What's Happening Around Lebanon & Across Ohio: Late October Through Mid-November 2026

One of the largest Renaissance festivals in the Midwest is in its final stretch. The Ohio Renaissance Festival runs every weekend through Sunday, November 1 at its permanent sixteenth-century-style village along East State Route 73 in Warren County, with live jousting, costumed performers, working artisan shops, and food that feels straight out of a medieval feast. Gates open at 10:30 AM each day; October adult tickets run $39 plus fees, and children 5 to 12 are $10 plus fees through the October 24-25 weekend.

Each of the last two weekends has its own theme. Myths & Monsters (October 24-25) brings legendary creatures to the village, and the season closer, Heroes & Villains (October 31 through November 1), is the one where kids 12 and under get in free, with military and first responders earning a $3 discount at the ticket booth. Parking is included, and some Saturdays sell out, so grab tickets ahead of time.

This one is especially close to our hearts. Glasshouse Realty keeps a billboard presence along the roads around the festival grounds, so as you make your way to the gates you may just spot our sign. It is a small reflection of how connected our team is to this corner of Warren County. For jousting fans, costume lovers, and anyone with a taste for turkey legs, these are your last two chances this season, and we hope to see you there.

Right in our spotlight city, the Christmas Market brings more than 100 vendors to the Warren County Fairgrounds at 665 North Broadway for a weekend of seasonal decor, handmade gifts, and local brands, with live music, fair foods, Santa visits, and a petting zoo on Saturday. The market runs Friday, November 13 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM ($12), Saturday, November 14 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM ($10), and Sunday, November 15 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM ($5), with children 12 and under free and re-entry included with any ticket.

It is the perfect kickoff to Lebanon's holiday season and a wonderful way to experience the town's momentum firsthand. Shop the fairgrounds, then take a short walk through Lebanon's historic downtown, where the Golden Lamb and the antiques shops on Broadway have been welcoming visitors for generations. It is a full weekend of small-town holiday spirit in one of the region's fastest-growing communities.

Dayton's biggest Halloween street party returns to the Historic Oregon District on Saturday, October 24. The 40th annual Hauntfest on Fifth, themed "Horror Through the Decades," takes over Fifth Street and South Jefferson starting at 7:00 PM, with costumed crowds, live music, food vendors, and one of the best people-watching nights of the year in the Miami Valley.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door, and the event is 18 and up to enter, 21 and up to drink. Dust off your best costume, bring your crew, and celebrate four decades of Dayton Halloween tradition in the heart of the Oregon District.

Families in Greene County can celebrate Halloween in a safe, festive setting at the Trunk or Treat at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Xenia on Saturday, October 31 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Decorated trunks, candy stops, and a community crowd make it a favorite send-off to the season for young kids and parents alike.

It is also a friendly reminder of how much Greene County shows up for its families, the same spirit that makes communities like Xenia, Beavercreek, and Bellbrook such welcoming places to live. Grab a costume, bring a bag, and let the kids run the gauntlet of candy.

Downtown Dayton kicks off the season in a big way on Thursday, November 5 with the Dayton Holiday Festival. The month-long celebration, a family tradition in the Miami Valley since 1972, opens on Courthouse Square at Third and Main with live Main Stage entertainment, holiday fun for all ages, and the warm, glowing energy that makes Dayton's core feel like the heart of the season.

It is a free, family-friendly evening that runs from 4:00 to 9:00 PM, and it is a wonderful excuse to rediscover downtown Dayton as the holiday lights go up. Grab dinner on the square, wander the block, and kick off the season the way the Miami Valley has for more than fifty years.

Troy Main Street kicks off the holiday shopping season November 5-8 with the Hometown Holiday Shop Local Weekend in downtown Troy. Participating businesses throw open their doors for the season with holiday cheer, open houses, and specials, and shoppers who spend a qualifying amount receive a sealed Red Envelope containing a prize or deal, a signature Troy tradition that rewards supporting local retailers.

It is a lovely way to spend a weekend on one of the Miami Valley's most charming historic squares, and a reminder of why shopping local matters so much to small-town Ohio. Stroll the square, grab a bite, and see why Troy remains one of Greater Dayton's steadiest growth stories.

Cincinnati's oldest and most authentic German Christmas market returns November 6-8 at the Germania Society's grounds on West Kemper Road. The Christkindlmarkt fills the hall with handcrafted ornaments, German gifts, mulled wine, bratwurst, and live holiday music, Friday from 5:00 to 10:00 PM, Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday from noon to 5:00 PM.

It is a genuine slice of Old World holiday tradition right in the Cincinnati area, and it has been a beloved regional kickoff for generations. Come hungry, bring a mug, and let the season begin the German way.

Butler County's holiday season lights up with Pyramid Hill Lights at the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park in Hamilton. The award-winning drive-through display celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, with more than one million lights winding across the park's dramatic sculpture landscape, opening November 20 and running through January 3, 2027.

It is one of the most spectacular light shows in Southwest Ohio, and a perfect date-night or family outing from the warmth of your car. Pair it with a stop in fast-changing downtown Hamilton, where new restaurants and redevelopment have made the city one of the region's most exciting turnaround stories.

Cincinnati's big annual book festival, Books by the Banks, returns Saturday, November 14, bringing local and national authors, booksellers, and readers together for a day of signings, panels, and discovery. It is one of the region's best free cultural events and a wonderful way to spend a cool November Saturday.

Whether you are hunting for a signed first edition, hoping to meet a favorite author, or just love the feel of a room full of readers, it is a warm, welcoming tradition worth the trip. Check the festival's schedule for the full author lineup and venue details.

Mark the calendar now: Kings Island's WinterFest returns for select nights beginning Friday, November 27, transforming the park into a winter wonderland with millions of lights, ice skating, holiday shows, and seasonal treats through December 31. No separate ticket is needed beyond park admission, and it is one of the biggest holiday events in the Cincinnati metro.

With Mason one of the fastest-growing communities in the region, a WinterFest trip is also a great excuse to see the new neighborhoods, shops, and schools going up around it. Bundle up, grab some cocoa, and enjoy the season in one of Warren County's favorite gathering places.

Clermont County's favorite fall outing, Fall on the Farm at Blooms & Berries in Loveland, runs through Sunday, November 1. The family-friendly farm fills with pumpkin patch photo spots, a corn maze, hayrides, farm animals, and all the crisp-air charm you expect from a Northeast Cincinnati fall day.

It is a wonderful way to close out autumn with the kids before the holiday season takes over, and it pairs perfectly with a drive through the Little Miami River valley. Come for the maze, stay for the hayride, and savor the last weekend of fall.

Northeast Ohio's fine-arts holiday tradition returns to Stark County with the 53rd Annual Christkindl Markt at the Canton Museum of Art and Cultural Center for the Arts, November 13-14. The juried market brings handcrafted fine arts and crafts from across the region together in a warm, festive setting, perfect for finding one-of-a-kind gifts.

It is a wonderful reminder of the craftsmanship and holiday spirit that thrive in Northeast Ohio communities like Canton, and a great way to start the gift hunt early. Shop, browse, and soak in five decades of Canton holiday tradition.

Summit County kicks off the season with the Akron Holiday Tree Festival, opening the first of its two weekends November 14-15 and continuing through November 22. Dozens of beautifully decorated trees fill the venue, each sponsored by local businesses and organizations, with live music, shopping, and family activities making it a beloved Northeast Ohio tradition.

It is a cheerful, community-driven event that captures everything we love about Ohio's holiday season, and a perfect outing for families across the Akron-Canton and Greater Cleveland corridor. Come see the trees, find a gift, and let the season begin.

Cleveland beer lovers get a mid-November treat with the Cleveland Belgian Ale Festival on Saturday, November 14. The event pours a curated lineup of Belgian-style ales and other craft pours in a festive setting, a favorite late-fall gathering for the city's thriving beer community.

It is a great way to toast the season in the Cleveland market, and a reminder of the lively, neighborhood-driven culture that makes Greater Cleveland such a wonderful place to live. Sip, savor, and enjoy a distinctly Cleveland evening.