Over-the-Rhine Kicks Off New Holiday Campaign
The Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce is launching a new holiday campaign, “A different kind of place, a special kind of holiday. See, Shop, Dine Over-the-Rhine,” to attract Cincinnatians to the vibrant, historic neighborhood throughout November and December.
Events are planned in November to kick-off the holidays. Shopping for the season starts with Cincinnati Unchained on Saturday, November 20th. Part of a city-wide event, more than thirteen Over-the-Rhine businesses, including Findlay Market merchants, will participate and support this effort to encourage Cincinnatians to shop locally for holiday gifts. Merchants will offer discounts, special promotions or donate a portion of the day’s proceeds to non-profit organizations.
When consumers buy from a local independent store owner, 68 percent of the money stays within the community. By comparison, when purchases are made at a national retailer only 43 percent of the money stays in the community, and when purchases are made online the percentage drops toward zero. (source: The 3/50 Project) “There are many unique holiday gifts available throughout Over-the-Rhine and local independents keep the money in Cincinnati,” explained Brian Tiffany, president of the Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce.
Cincinnati Unchained on Saturday, November 20th
Part of a city-wide event, more than thirteen Over-the-Rhine businesses will participate, including Findlay Market merchants. Come out and support this effort to encourage Cincinnatians to shop locally for holiday gifts. Merchants will offer discounts, special promotions or donate a portion of the day’s proceeds to a non-profit organizations. More information can be found at www.buycincy.com
November’s Final Friday on Wednesday, the 24th
Gallery and art festivities on Vine Street and Main Street are on…Wednesday. Great, local gifts and wine will be available at the shops and galleries before heading out for dinner and drinks with your friends at Senate, Lavomatic, The Lackman, MOTR, Neon’s or Grammer’s.
Friday after Thanksgiving, the 26th, is the third annual Holidays in the Bag
Cincinnati shoppers can avoid the crush of the malls by shopping Over-the-Rhine for unique, local gifts in a relaxed atmosphere. By purchasing a holiday shopping bag at locations on Vine Street and Main Street, shoppers will receive discounts at local businesses. Proceeds from the sales of the holiday bags benefit the School for Creative & Performing Arts.
Stroll and Shop, Saturday December 4th
Main Street rolls out the red carpet for this holiday favorite! Come to Over-the-Rhine to find the best, most unique gifts from your favorite stores like Park + Vine, Atomic Number 10, Iris Book Café and more. See, shop and dine Over-the-Rhine for the holidays.
Caroling in the Quarter, Saturday December 11th
Celebrate a new Over-the-Rhine tradition – local choirs, including Cincinnati Men’s Chorus and the Fairview-Clifton German Language School choir – will spread holiday cheer at 12th and Vine Streets.
SantaCon, Saturday December 11th
Join fellow Santas to spread good cheer on a pub crawl throughout Downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine starting about noon. This spirit filled holiday event starts on Fountain Square. Santa Clauses will sing songs, make merry, and generally spread good cheer through the city. Note you must be dressed as Santa. Visit for details.
Final Friday, December 17th
Come on out and support our local artists, galleries and shops while finishing up your Holiday Shopping. Luminaries will be placed throughout Vine, Main and 12thStreets to light the way. See, shop and dine Over-the-Rhine for the holidays.
Luminaries will light the way each weekend along Vine Street, 12th Street and Main Street and evergreen wreaths will adorn the light posts. The “Segway Santa” and a cycling Santa will also be out and about on the weekends spreading holiday cheer throughout the season.
Check additional listings for other events in Downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine this Holiday season at
