Don’t waste time wondering what to do this summer

What better way to make summer fun than to put together a summer bucket list bingo card? This is how we’ve done our summer bucket list the last few years, and it’s been great! It’s so handy to have a list of ideas for summer already posted on our fridge, and we have a great time trying to get bingo.

Want your own summer bucket list bingo card? Don’t worry – I’ve already done the hard part! Below you’ll find a Cincinnati Summer Bucket List Bingo card, a general summer bucket list bingo card, and a blank bingo card if you’d like to make your own. Plus, I’ve included a giant master list of summer fun ideas.

So what are you waiting for? Let’s make this summer the best summer together!

Summer Bucket List Bingo

Below are the summer bucket list bingo cards to download. You can chose from two pre-made bingo cards – Cincinnati Summer Bucket List Bingo and general Summer Bucket List Bingo. There is also a blank Summer Bucket List Bingo card. Use the ultimate check list to complete your own card!

Download Your Summer Bucket List Bingo Card

Click on the download button below each graphic to download and print the summer bucket list bingo card of your choice. And keep scrolling for the ultimate check list of summer fun ideas if you chose the blank summer bucket list bingo card.

Summer Bucket List Bingo Ultimate Check List

Here’s a list of summer bucket list ideas unique to Cincinnati to add to your bingo card.

Cincinnati Activities

Great Parks splash pad 

CRC splash pad 

West Chester Splash Pad

New Cincinnati splash pad (check out the full splash pad guide!)

Summit Park waterscape

Cincinnati NatureScape Stream

Ziegler Pool

Explore a new Cincinnati creek (check out our favorite local creeking spots here!)

Sign up for summer reading at the library

Ride the Cincinnati Bell Connector (streetcar)

NaturePlay at BCM 

Carol Ann’s Carousel 

Cincinnati Zoo 

Newport Aquarium

Highfield Discovery Garden 

Parky’s Farm

Kitty Brew Cat Café

Purrfect Day Cat Café

Krohn Conservatory

Cincinnati Observatory

Findlay Market

Spend the day along the riverfront 

Wasson Way

Mt Airy Treehouse 

Rowe Arboretum 

Trammel Fossil Park 

Castle Skateland 

Court Street Roller Rink

The Loveland Bike Trail

The Loveland Castle

Paddle down the Little Miami River

Watch airplanes land at Lunken Airfield from Ault Park or Alms Park

Check out the views from Spencer Overlook or Eden Overlook in Eden Park

Check out the views from Drees Pavilion in Devou Park

Take a ride on the Station Road Express at Station Road Farm in West Chester (one of the outdoor trains formerly at EnterTrainment Junction)

Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati

Anderson Ferry

Newport on the Levee 

Liberty Center

Factory 52

Check out The OFF Market or city flea

King Arthur’s Toy Store

Handzy Shop + Studio

Jungle Jim’s

Eat

Playground & ice cream at Summit Park

The Root Beer Stand 

Breakfast at Sugar ’N Spice Diner

Get ice cream from a creamy whip

Get ice cream from The Cone 

Get ice cream from Cincy Sammy’s

Get ice cream & play at Graeter’s Lil Pints playroom 

Get ice cream & play at Sharky’s Arctic Sweets & Eats 

Have some Cincinnati chili

Go on the Butler County Donut Trail 

Go to a German festival 

Create

The Paint Playground in Milford 

Glassroom

The Art Spark

Sports

Cincinnati Reds game

Florence Y’alls game

Bengals Training Camp 

FC Cincinnati game 

Mini golf at The Acres

Oakley Greens (check out other Cincinnati area mini golf spots here!)

Museums & Amusements

Check out the full guide to Cincinnati Kid-Friendly Museums here!

National Museum of US Air Force in Dayton

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton

The American Construction Toy Museum

Carillon Historic Park in Dayton 

Cincinnati Fire Museum

Behringer-Crawford Museum in Covington 

Cincinnati Museum Center

American Sign Museum 

Creativity Center at Contemporary Arts Center

The REC at the Cincinnati Art Museum

Create & Play events at the Taft Art Museum

Kings Island 

Stricker’s grove

Land Of Illusion’s Aqua Adventures

Events

Kids Crew at Newport on the Levee – Mondays June 8 – August 24 from 11am-12:30pm

Smale Family Fun Days – First Thursday of the month in June, July & August

Niederman Family Farm Summer Play Dates – Tuesdays in June from 10am to noon

Pop Up Play at Washington Park OTR – Tuesdays May 26 – September 1 from 11am-1pm

Road Trips

Road trip to Ohio State Fair

Road trip to Columbus Zoo

Road trip to COSI in Columbus

Road trip to Yellow Springs

Road trip to Hocking Hills

Road trip to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Union, KY

Road trip to Mammoth Cave National Park 

Road trip to the Children’s Museum in Indianapolis

Road trip to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum in Indianapolis

Road trip to the Neil Armstrong Museum in Wapakoneta, OH

Road trip to Mammoth Cave National Park

Road trip to Blacklick Woods Canopy Walk in Reynoldsburg, OH

Summer Activities

See fireworks

Play at a new playground

Cool down at a splash pad 

Go down a water slide

Ride a roller coaster

Go creeking

Explore a new neighborhood

Have a beer at a family-friendly brewery 

Go on a family hike 

Go on a family walk

Check out a farmers market 

Check out a craft market 

Go on a picnic

Get ice cream

Paint pottery

Go to a touch-a-truck event

Go to a festival or fair

Go to the movie theatre

Drive-In movie

Move in the park

Music in the park

Go to story time 

Visit the library 

Visit a local bookstore 

Try a new restaurant 

Go out for breakfast

Go to a new museum 

Go to a baseball game

Go to a parade

Go bowling

Go duckpin bowling

Go on a road trip 

Play cornhole

Play mini golf 

Go on a bike ride

Pool day

Lake day 

Beach day

Water park day 

Amusement park day

Color with sidewalk chalk

Sidewalk chalk paint

Paint with shaving cream & food coloring

Blow bubbles

Paint rocks

Backyard pool day 

Water balloon fight

Water squirter fight

Play in the water table

Play in the sprinkler

Backyard obstacle course

Limbo contest

Hula hoop contest

Fly a kite

Catch fireflies 

Build a sandcastle 

Tie dye a t-shirt

Backyard camping

Roast s’mores

Make popsicles

Make ice cream

Grill out

Have a meal outside

Go stargazing

Play flashlight tag

Teach your kids a game you used to 

Play as kids

Roll down a hill

Find constellations in the night sky

Look for pictures in the clouds

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Now that you’ve set yourself up for the most fun summer ever with your very own summer bucket list bingo card, don’t forget my Cincinnati Splash Pad Guide and other summer posts for more ideas!

The best museums for littles around Cincinnati

Cincinnati is home to its very own children’s museum (located within the Cincinnati Museum Center), but did you know that there are many other museums that are great for kids? Here are all of the wonderful Cincinnati kid-friendly museums to enjoy.

The Children’s Museum at the Cincinnati Museum Center in Queensgate

The Children’s Museum is located within the Cincinnati Museum Center. There is a lot to do within just the Children’s Museum, but it is a popular spot and can get pretty crowded.

Museum tickets or a membership is required. Hours and admission information can be found on their website.

Cincinnati Museum Center is located at 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203

Cincinnati Fire Museum in Downtown Cincinnati

Did you know that Cincinnati is the birthplace of professional firefighting? You can learn all about it – plus see cool firetrucks, firefighting equipment and learn about fire safety, at the Cincinnati Fire Museum.

Expect to spend a hour or two at this museum. There is a cost for admission, but it is fairly inexpensive. Hours and ticket prices can be found on their website.

Cincinnati Fire Museum is located at 315 W Court Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Creativity Center at the Contemporary Arts Center in Downtown Cincinnati 

The Creativity Center, located on the top floor of theContemporary Arts Center (CAC), is an interactive creative & education space for all ages. We enjoyed making art, music, stories, and playing during our visit last spring. This space includes the well-known UnMuseum™.

Admission to the CAC is FREE! However, expect to pay for parking on the street or one of the nearby parking garages. We typically park in the Fountain Square parking garage.

Museum hours can be found on their website.

The Contemporary Arts Center is located at 44 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Rosenthal Education Center (REC) at the Cincinnati Art Museum in Eden Park

The Rosenthal Education Center (REC) is a dedicated, interactive space within the Cincinnati Art Museum for families to enjoy art together. The REC is open during museum hours, and is located just off the Great Hall on the first floor. The museum also hosts several family-friendly events throughout the year.

Admission to the Cincinnati Art Museum is FREE. There are ticketed special exhibits, but there is no cost to enjoy most of the museum and the REC.

Cincinnati Art Museum is located at 953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Create & Play events at the Taft Museum of Art in Downtown Cincinnati

The Taft Museum of Art is currently hosting a Create & Play event every third Wednesday of the month from 10:15 to 11:00am. This event is geared towards children ages 2 to 6. The museum also hosts several youth events throughout the year.

There is a cost for admission, but children 17 and under are free. Ticket prices and hours can be found on their website.

Taft Museum of Art is located at 316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

American Sign Museum in Camp Washington

The American Sign Museum is such a fun, visual feast for the eyes. Although not interactive, there is a lot to see and enjoy. The museum is currently hosting monthly Sign Crafting Saturday events for families to enjoy.

Museum admission and hours information can be found on their website.

American Sign Museum is located at 1330 Monmouth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225

Behringer-Crawford Museum in Covington, KY 

The Behringer-Crawford Museum is such a hidden gem! Located within Devou Park, the museum boasts 3 floors of interactive exhibits, plus an outdoor naturescape playground. The main exhibits include Riding the Rails (great for train lovers), On the Road Again, Traveling Back in Time, and Rollin’ on the River (with a giant steamboat to explore).

There is a cost for admission, but it is very affordable! We took our extended families to BCM for our son’s second birthday and it was very doable. The outdoor naturescape playground is free. Hours and admission prices can be found on their website.

Behringer-Crawford Museum is located at 1600 Montague Rd, Covington, KY 41011

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton 

The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is an AWESOME museum for kids! Located in Dayton, the museum is only about an hour drive from Cincinnati. At Boonshoft, you will find two floors of interactive exhibits for kids, plus an INDOOR ZOO! There’s a ton to do, so plan to spend 2 to 3 hours there.

Also, bonus – if you have a Cincinnati Zoo or Cincinnati Museum Center membership, you receive 50% off admission to the Boonshoft Museum. Details on hours and pricing can be found on their website.

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is located 2600 Deweese Parkway, Dayton, OH 45414

National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton 

Also up in Dayton is the National Museum of the United States Air Force. The world’s largest military aviation museum has 4 hangers full of fascinating and historical aircrafts. There are several aircrafts you can sit in and walk through to explore – including the the Air Force One plane where LBJ was sworn in as president.

TIP: If you have a toddler who loves to run and only spends a few seconds looking at one thing before moving onto the next, take them here. There are over 350 aircrafts to see spread out over 20 indoor acres. They will have a great time and come home tired.

Plus, the National Museum of the US Air Force is completely FREE! No cost for admission or parking. More information on hours and visiting the museum can be found on their website.

National Museum of the United States Air Force is located at 1100 Spaatz Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433

Did you know?

A great way to explore these Cincinnati kid-friendly museums for free is to use a Cincinnati Public Library Discovery Pass.

Use your Cincinnati Public Library card to reserve a Discovery Pass to several arts and cultural attractions around Hamilton County, Ohio. This includes the Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Art Museum, American Sign Museum, and more. It is free to sign up for a library card, as well as free to reserve a Discovery Pass.

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If you enjoyed this post, check out all the other indoor fun spots around Cincinnati!

A guide to spending spring break in the Queen City

We had a blast during our Cincinnati spring break staycation. Check everything on our spring break in Cincinnati bucket list!

Go out for breakfast

To kick off spring break in Cincinnati, we headed to one of our favorite breakfast spots – Sugar N Spice Diner. I am a huge fan of their Wispy Thin Pancakes, and all of us love bringing home a rubber ducky at the end of our meal.

Sugar N Spice has 3 locations – Reading Road, OTR, and Blue Ash. The original Reading Road location is currently closed and undergoing a huge renovation, but should be open later this year!

Get ice cream

Ice cream is always on my bucket list. For spring break, we grabbed a scoop at Gold Spoon Creamery after playing at Summit Park. Their delicious flavors and location near the playground makes it the perfect spot to play and get ice cream on your way home. They’re also just a few doors down from Sugar N Spice.

Gold Spoon Creamery is located at 10235 Summit Parkway, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Have a zoo day

Springtime is the best time to enjoy the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. The flowers are blooming, early admission for zoo members begin, and the animals are a lot more active.

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is located at 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45220

Explore the Creativity Center at CAC

The Creativity Center at the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) is an interactive creative & education space for all ages. We enjoyed making art, music, stories, and playing during our visit. Located on the 6th floor of the CAC, the Creative Center reopened the end of October 2022. This space includes the well-known UnMuseum™.

The Contemporary Arts Center is located at 44 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Roadtrip to COSI in Columbus

We wanted to do a day trip during spring break, so we decided to head up to Columbus to check out COSI: Center of Science and Industry. COSI has a lot of hands-on STEM exhibits, and is great for all ages. Columbus is about an hour and a half drive from Cincinnati, so it’s not bad to do in one day.

But a head’s up – it was very crowded during spring break. Summer seems to be a better time to go. It was also a bit tricky to navigate with a stroller, so bring a baby carrier if possible.

COSI is located at 333 West Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215

Check out a new playground

It’s been a minute since we’ve been to a new playground, so we made sure to include somewhere new on our spring break bucket list. We found out about the new playground at Colerain Park from our friends. It’s design like a fort – with lots to climb, slide, and explore. Part of the playground is accessible by wheelchair. This playground is best for ages 3 and up.

Colerain Park is located at 4725 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45251

Try duckpin bowling

To wrap up spring break, we tried our hand at duckpin bowling at Hoppin’ Vines in Kenwood. I think of duckpin bowling as mini bowling – the lanes and bowling balls are smaller. Plus you get 3 changes per frame to knock all the pins down. My son is 5, and that was the perfect age to enjoy this activity.

Hoppin’ Vines also has a huge draft beer selection (and other drinks), plus Delicio Coal Fired Pizza on site.

Hoppin’ Vines is located at 8150 Montgomery Road, Kenwood, OH 45236

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Thanks for tagging along on our spring break in Cincinnati! There’s so much fun to be had in the Queen City during spring time.

For more springtime ideas, check out my 10 Best: Cincinnati Spring Bucket List!

Our 10 best ideas for early winter 2022

Yep, it’s still winter in Cincinnati. So I’ve pulled together of my 10 best Cincinnati winter bucket list ideas to get you through to spring.

Spend the day at the National Museum of the US Air Force

One place we frequent during winter time is the National Museum of the US Air Force in Dayton. The museum has over 360 aerospace vehicles on display, with exhibits ranging from the early years to space. The exhibits are housed in old hangers – making it a bit of an understatement to say it’s a HUGE space! One of my favorite exhibits is the Air Force One plane where LBJ was sworn in as president.

The museum is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm. And the best part? Admission and parking are free!

National Museum of the US Air Force is located in Dayton at 1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH 45431

Check out the Play Library

It’s not like a regular library, it’s a cool library. The Play Library in OTR works just like a regular library, but with games, toys, outdoor equipment and event rentals (like cornhole). You can currently visit the Play Library by appointment only. Please check their website on how to schedule.

The Play Library is located at 1306 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Go sledding

The most exciting activity you can do on a snowy day is to head for the hills and spend the day sledding. Now that my son is old enough to really enjoy sledding, I can’t wait to take him sledding at the big sledding hill – aka “Chill Hill” at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester. I remember when this hill was built and first opened – and there’s something special about doing something from your own childhood with your kids.

Chill Hill at VOA is open from 8:00am to dusk, weather and snow permitting.

Voice of America MetroPark is located in West Chester at 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester OH 45069

Enjoy a hot chocolate flight at The Cheesecakery

Love warming up with a mug of hot cocoa on a chilly day? Take it to the next level with a hot chocolate flight at The Cheesecakery. They offer the chance to sample their spectacular seasonal hot chocolates in a flight of 4. And did I mention they also offer flights of cheesecakes and lattes?

The Cheesecakery is located in Madisonville at 4901 Whetsel Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

Have fun at Jumperoo at Urban Air Adventure Park

The activity that got us through winter last year was heading to Urban Air Adventure Park for the Jumperoo session. Held every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30am to 12:30pm during the school year, this session is reserved for children ages 2 to 5.

I really like how Jumperoo is designated just for little kids. This made Urban Air the perfect space for my little guy to run off all that extra energy during the cold winter months. If you want to know more about Urban Air and Jumperoo, check out my full review below!

Urban Air Cincinnati is located in Oakley at 3321 Alamo Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Go on a downtown adventure

I love spending a day exploring our city – there is so much to see and do around Cincinnati. One of our favorite downtown adventures has been spending the morning playing at Washington Park Children’s Playground in OTR. Then hopping on the Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar to take a spin around our city. And ending at Findlay Market to grab lunch – and some goodies for home.

Honestly, this is a great outing idea for any time of year, as long as it isn’t frigid or raining outside. And we found it pretty easy to navigate with our then three-year old.

Catch a Cincinnati Cyclones hockey game

Ah, another piece from my childhood (of course) – a Cincinnati Cyclones hockey game. I love the excitement that a hockey game has to offer, and can’t wait to share these moments with my own kids.

And if you haven’t had a chance to check out a game this season, don’t worry! Games are on the schedule through mid-April 2022.

The Cincinnati Cyclones play at Heritage Bank Center located at 100 Broadway St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Grab a beer & go bowling at Hoppin’ Vines

This one is a fun one to do without the kids too! Hoppin’ Vines offers a huge selection of craft beers (and more), pizza, and duckpin bowling. I think this is a really fun way to take a dinner out with the family up a notch!

As for the duckpin bowling, Hoppin’ Vines describes it as bowling meets skee-ball. Something I think my 4-year old (and my not-so-athletic self) can handle!

Hoppin’ Vines is located at 8150 Montgomery Road, Kenwood, OH 45236

Play at We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym

We were recently invited to check out We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym and had an absolute blast! Located in Deer Park, WRTS is a kids gym designed for kids of all abilities to enjoy. The gym equipment is designed for children with sensory processing disorders, but the gym is open to all children.

In addition to the gym, there is also an infant & toddler area with a lot of play pretend toys, such as a grocery store and doctor office. The arts & crafts space features a chalk wall and is stocked with play-doh, paint, crayons, and more. There is also a large party room and a calming room in the gym area. 

The best time to go to WRTS is during open play. There is an open play session every week day and most weekends – depending on birthday parties. WRTS posts their schedule on their Facebook & Instagram pages.

We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym is located at 4060 E Galbraith Rd Unit 17, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Learn How to Curl

Looking for some Olympic-sized fun? Then take in a class at the Cincinnati Curling Club in West Chester. Their ‘Learn to Curl’ classes teach wannabe (Olympic hopeful) curlers the basic skills to get started in the sport. Check out their schedule to sign up for a class.

This activity is best reserved for older kiddos. The recommended age for the ‘Learn to Curl’ class is 10 years old, but you can contact the club about available options for younger kids.

The Cincinnati Curling Club is located at 5150 Duff Drive, West Chester, OH 45246

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No matter what type of fun you’re looking to have this winter, there’s something for everyone on my 10 Best Cincinnati Winter Bucket List. From sledding to a cool museum, and indoor play places to sporting activities, you’re bound to find something fun to do this winter in Cincinnati.

All about having some fall fun, but unsure what to do? Check out my Cincinnati fall bucket list for 2021.

Go to a pumpkin patch

Starting off this list is the most obvious idea for fall – go to a pumpkin patch. With over 20 pumpkin patches or festivals within an hour and half drive of Cincinnati, you’re sure to find your perfect spot for pumpkin fun on my pumpkin patch list. From farms with all the frills to ones with hayrides to u-pick pumpkin fields.

Carol Ann’s Carousal

Take a spin on this one-of-a-kind, Cincinnati-themed carousal. Carol Ann’s Carousal recently reopened after an extended pandemic-related closure. This attraction features artwork and animals unique to Cincinnati’s culture and history. Where else can you find a flying pig and Oktoberfest horse in the same place?

This is a great outing to save for the weekend. Carol Ann’s Carousal is currently open Friday to Sunday, from 11am to 4pm. Tokens can be purchased online or at the carousal.

Carol Ann’s Carousal is located near the riverfront at 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Haunted Poasttown School

Looking for some spooky fun? How about leading your own paranormal investigation at a REAL haunted school? At Haunted Posttown School, near Middletown, you can lead your own investigation through the school.

While I’ve never done an investigation of my own (self-admitted scaredy cat over here), I do have a personal connection to the school. My mom taught at Posttown up until it closed – and I’ve spent many hours there helping her in her classroom.

This activity is probably best for bigger kids and grown ups – unless you enjoy staying up all night with your little ones.

Posttown School is located at 6600 Trenton -Franklin Road Middletown, OH 45042

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

One museum I’ve been excited to check out is the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton, Ohio. This children’s museum is all about science, technology and natural history – and is only about an hour drive from Cincinnati.

Some exhibits that caught my eye include the Kids Place for kids 4 and under, Strictly Briks where visitors can enjoy a building station with a variety of oversized “briks”, Science On a Sphere® which features a giant suspended globe to teach visitors all about Earth and space, and of course, the Discovery Zoo. The zoo is home to over 100 animals and insects, including river otters and a sloth named Patience.

The museum is currently open 7 days a week, and reservations are not required.

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is located at 2600 Deweese Pkwy, Dayton, OH 45414

Inwood Park 

This newly renovated playground is best explored on an overcast day – making it the perfect fit for some fall fun. The PNC Grow Up Great® Playground in Inwood Park is located near Christ Hospital. It reopened in August 2021, and was designed with input from children and accessibility experts and built with a grant from PNC.

Inwood Park has one of the largest playground areas for the littlest little ones. And don’t worry – there’s still an area for bigger kids to play too. If you haven’t had a chance to check out this playground yet, make sure to add it to your fall bucket list!

Inwood Park is located at 2308 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45219. However, use directions to this location to navigate to the playground.

Drive-in Movie

One of the few pluses of the sun setting earlier is that drive-in movie screen times now begin before bedtime. We really wanted to try this outing during the summer, but it just wasn’t worth keeping a toddler up that late. But this time of year, the movies begin just after dinner.

The two drive-in movie theatres closest to Cincinnati and open during the fall are Holiday Auto Theatre in Hamilton and Starlite Drive-in in Amelia. Tickets can be purchased online. Both spots offer concessions, but also charge a flat fee to bring your own food.

Holiday Auto Theatre is located at 1816 Old Oxford Road State Route 130, Hamilton, OH 45013

Starlite Drive-in is located at 2255 Ohio Pike, Amelia, OH 45102

Fall Colors Scavenger Hunt

Looking for an easy, outdoors fall activity? Fall Colors Scavenger Hunt took about 5 minutes to put together and got us out the doors and enjoying the great autumn outdoors for over an hour.

To make the color guide, I used a piece of printer paper, drew 6 boxes and colored them in with fall colors. There are so many different ways to make a color guide for this activity – from using paint sample squares to magnetic tile toys, it’s easy to make this activity your own.

Two of our favorite spots to search for fall colors is Blue Ash Nature Park and Pioneer Park in Montgomery. But this is an activity you can do in your own backyard!

Craft Fairs

We’re all a bit anxious to get a jump start on our holiday shopping this year. A great way to support local vendors while doing your holiday shopping is to stop by one of the many craft shows and markets taking place during November. Some of my favorite craft shows include:

• Greater Cincinnati Holiday Marketing – November 12-14
• Lakota East Craft Show – November 13-14
• The O.F.F. Market – November 20

American Sign Museum

Looking to find some fall colors, but indoors? Spend a morning or afternoon exploring the American Sign Museum. The AMS is the largest public museum of its kind in the country dedicated to signs. Here you can find over 100 years worth of signs spread throughout 20,000 sq. ft.

Reservations are required and advanced timed-entry tickets can be purchased online. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday.

The American Sign Museum is located in Camp Washington at 1330 Monmouth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45225

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No matter what type of fun you’re looking to have this fall, there’s something for everyone on this bucket list. From pumpkin patches to spooky fun, and a Cincinnati-themed carousal to cool museums, you’re bound to find something fun to do this fall in Cincinnati.

Summer is flying by… but are you already running out of things to do with the kids? Check out One Little Small’s summer bucket list with 10 cool places in Cincinnati to check out with your little ones.

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