Now that the holiday season is here, you might have, or make, some extra time for date night adventures in Cincinnati. It is always so much fun to go on dates, especially ones where you and your partner get to do something new and interesting! For most people, the worst part about going on a date is actually planning the night out. This holiday, we have got you covered.

We have put together a full festive list of date night ideas including Christmas light shows, rocking out to Trans-Siberian classics Orchestra, an ultimate New Year’s Eve party, holiday shows like the Nutcracker, and a night on the town (with music and drinks of course)!

Adult Drinks:

Whiskey Wednesday’s at Taft Ale House - Each Wednesday from 5:00pm to 11:30pm, enjoy specially selected craft beer pairings with a variety of whiskey for only $8. Available only in Nellie's Tap Room.

Plus, everyone loves a good happy hour -

Happy Hour at Taft Ale House - 2:00pm-5:00pm Monday through Thursday every week
Happy Hour at Palomino Restaurant & Bar - 3:00pm every week
Happy Hour at Yard House - 3:00pm every week
Late Night Happy Hour at Yard House – 10:00pm every week
Happy Hour at Nicholson’s -3:00pm every week
Happy Hour at Via Vite - 3:00pm every week
Happy Hour at Kaze - 4:00pm every week
Happy Hour at Igby’s - 4:00pm every week

Night Out:

Ring in The Holidays At WinterFest – Imagine an old-fashioned winter…rosy-cheeked skaters gliding under twinkling lights, the magic of dazzling holiday shows and carolers in traditional costumes, the aroma of freshly-baked treats and the spirit of everyone’s favorite season captured in an atmosphere of warmth and nostalgia. Ring in the holidays with the return of WinterFest at Kings Island on select nights in December.

PNC Festival of Lights - The Cincinnati Zoo will once again be transformed into a “Wild Wonderland” for the 36th annual PNC Festival of Lights! In addition to admiring the beauty of 3 million LED lights, visitors can ride the BB&T Toyland Express, marvel at the spectacular Wild Lights show on Swan Lake, or snack at one of two S’mores-n-More stands. Santa will be available for visits starting at 4:00pm, an hour before the rest of the festivities begin

Coney Island Christmas Nights of Lights - In the warmth of your own car, you can sing along to the sounds of the season synchronized to each holiday display through your car radio. With two and a half miles to drive through, you can see displays and light shows made of over a million lights driven by more than forty thousand computer channels. The show will begin nightly at dusk and run through 10:00pm.

Holiday Pops - Cincinnati’s holiday tradition returns December 7^th through December 9^th! Make new memories with a sparkling blend of holiday favorites at Music Hall.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra – On December 14^th at 4:00pm and 8:00pm come rock out to Trans-Siberian classics Orchestra at the US Bank Arena.

Rent at the Aronoff Center - Jonathon Larson's Broadway show, Rent is coming to Cincinnati at the Aronoff Center. After two decades, Rent continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. 
Tuesday, December 11^th at 7:30pm
Wednesday, December 12^th at 7:30pm
Thursday, December 13^th at 7:30pm
Friday, December 14^th at 8:00pm
Saturday, December 15^th at 2:00pm
Saturday, December 15^th at 8:00pm
Sunday, December 16^th at 1:00pm
Sunday, December 16^th at 6:30pm
Tuesday, December 18^th at 7:30pm
Wednesday, December 19^th at 7:30pm
Thursday, December 20^th at 7:30pm
Friday, December 21^st at 8:00pm
Saturday, December 22^nd at 2:00pm
Saturday, December 22^nd at 8:00pm
Sunday, December 23^rd at 1:00pm
Sunday, December 23^rd at 6:00pm

The Nutcracker at Springer Auditorium - Cincinnati Ballet’s holiday triumph returns once again to Music Hall in all its splendor. Embark on a journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince, and follow the Snow Queen and her King to the Land of Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier are waiting to embrace you with treats and exotic celebrations on:
Thursday, December 13^th at 7:30pm
Friday, December 14^th at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 15^th at 2:00pm
Saturday, December 15^th at 7:30pm
Sunday, December 16^th at 1:00pm
Sunday, December 16^th at 6:30pm
Wednesday, December 19^th at 7:30pm
Thursday, December 20^th at 7:30pm
Friday, December 21^st at 2:00pm
Friday, December 21^st at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 22^nd at 2:00pm
Saturday, December 22^nd at 7:30pm
Sunday, December 23^rd at 1:00pm
Sunday, December 23^rd at 6:30pm
Monday, December 24^th at 1:00pm

Harry Potter And The Chamber of Secrets – Experience Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ on screen above the stage while the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra performs every note of John Williams’ unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world at Springer Auditorium at 7:00pm on December 28^th.

Crystal By Cirque Due Soleil at the US Bank Arena – Follow CRYSTAL, the lead character, on an exhilarating tale of self-discovery as she dives into a world of her own imagination. CRYSTAL invites you to suspend reality and glide into a world that springs to colorful life with astounding visual projections and a soundtrack that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil.
Thursday, December 27^th at 7:30pm
Friday, December 28^th at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 29th at 12:30pm
Saturday, December 29^th at 4:00pm
Saturday, December 29^th at 7:30pm
Sunday, December 30^th at 1:30pm
Sunday, December 30^th at 5:00pm

Jack’s New Year’s Eve Party in the JACK Party Room: Join JACK Casino for Cincinnati ultimate New Year’s Eve Party featuring Doghouse on December 31^st at 9:00pm to 1:00am.

Jack’s New Year’s Eve Party in the Event Center: Also join JACK Casino for Cincinnati’s ultimate New Year’s Eve Party featuring Dj Etrayn on December 31^st at 9:00pm to 2:00am.

Wi-Fi Hotspots: 

While you are enjoying your holiday break, take advantage of Cincinnati Bell’s Connect Cincinnati’s Free Wi-Fi Hotspots all around Cincinnati. Enjoy free Wi-Fi at places around Cincinnati like Findlay Market, Fountain square, or The Banks Cincinnati.

Also check out our other Cincinnati date idea blogs, Holiday Brunch Ideas and Holiday Daytime Date Ideas.

Download the Connect Cincinnati app and check out more events, deals for local places all around Greater Cincinnati, as well as the full list of local fast Fioptics Wi-Fi hotspots locations for free throughout the area. Enter to win the Ultimate Date Night including Cirque du Soleil tickets, a dinner certificate to Metropole & one night stay at the 21 C Hotel on the Connect Cincinnati App!

Enjoy everything Cincinnati has to offer this holiday season and make sure to subscribe to the Cincinnati Bell blog to receive more holiday related content!