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    Christmas Nights of Lights

    8 Dazzling Light Displays

    The holidays are a-glow here in the Cincinnati region.

    Water Wonderland with Scuba Santa at Newport Aquarium

    Santa Sightings

    From helicopters to scuba diving, Santa does it all this holiday season.

    Frisch's Presents The Nutcracker, Cincinnati Ballet (photo: Peter Mueller)

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    Blueberry pancakes at Weller Haus Bed & Breakfast (photo: Heather Johnson)

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    Start your day with free breakfast at these area hotels.

    Elysian Place

    A Cozy Getaway

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    Winterfest at Kings Island (photo: CincinnatiUSA.com)

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    Lebanon Holiday Parade

    Free Holiday Activities

    Celebrate the holiday without spending a dime.

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    All Aboard

    Seven terrific holiday train experiences.

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    Frisch's Presents The Nutcracker, Cincinnati Ballet (photo: Peter Mueller)

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    Kentucky pork belly at Bouquet Restaurant (photo: @bouquet519)

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    Bouquet, part of The B-Line (photo: Samuel Greenhill)

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    Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market (photo: Hart Productions)

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    Winterfest at Kings Island (photo: CincinnatiUSA.com)

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