Good morning, Hamilton.

Holly Jolly Hamilton boosts local business by launching a series of free family-friendly holiday events that will draw more visitors downtown.

The events include an Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl on Saturday, a vendor show on Sunday, and later in the month Music on Main and a tree lighting at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday — plans that aim to enhance Hamilton’s regional appeal.

A former Kroger head replenishment buyer from West Chester, Mark Disbennett, pleaded guilty last week to charges in a kickback scheme that led to higher produce prices for customers and resulted in him receiving over $147,000 from co-conspirators during the pandemic — federal authorities said he provided produce vendors with Kroger’s highest purchase prices.

A viral video from Monroe Local School District shows students sharing positive messages—an effort that has garnered support on social media—and highlights their upbeat spirit.

The clip has captured local attention for its uplifting tone.

A local family from Ripley is on a Disney World vacation in Orlando thanks to a generous Dayton family, as they take time to make memories with their 1-year-old son who has a severe heart condition and is in hospice care.

His 5-year-old and 6-year-old sisters join the trip while his parents cherish every moment together.

A local chef has developed new vegetarian options for Thanksgiving that offer a tasty meat free alternative for diners at his restaurant.

The menu items will be served during the holiday (featuring fresh ingredients and bold flavors).

A Christmas Story The Musical

7:30 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of this beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage.

Merry & Bright Vendor Show

10 AM – 3 PM — Champion Mill Conference Center — Free entry — Shop local vendors while enjoying brunch and holiday festivities.

A Christmas Story The Musical

7:30 PM – 9:00 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of this beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage.

198th Annual St. Andrew's Day Ball

5-10:30 p.m. — Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza — Ticketed event — Experience nearly two centuries of Scottish pageantry with dinner, music, and dancing.

Johnny Gill Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets start at $180 — Experience a soulful evening with legendary artist Johnny Gill in Cincinnati.

A Christmas Carol

7:00 p.m. — Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park — Tickets available — Experience a timeless holiday tale brought to life in a cozy theater setting.

Hoopsgiving Tournament at Champion Mill

9 a.m. to 7 p.m. — Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill — Entry fees may apply — A weekend basketball tournament featuring local talent across multiple boys' grade divisions.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Dvořák Symphony No. 7

2-3:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Check event page for ticket pricing — Experience a classical journey with pieces by Carlos Simon, Lisa Bielawa, Copland, and Dvořák featuring soloist Tessa Lark on violin.

Kip Moore: Solitary Tracks Fall Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bogart's — Tickets starting at $63 — Catch Kip Moore live with last-minute tickets available for this exciting night of country music.

Hamilton Christkindlmarkt

N/A — Fri, Dec 5 – Sat, Dec 6 — Butler County Fairgrounds — $2 — Experience the charm of a traditional German Christmas market with festive food, crafts, and entertainment.