The following events are part of the 2025-2026 Anthem Winter Series.
Jingle Jams
Fridays & Saturdays | November 28th - December 19th
Feel the festive rhythm come alive at Jingle Jams! Every Friday and Saturday night, meet us up at the Sherwin-Williams Porch to experience the magic of live holiday music, hot chocolate from the Porch Bar, and the joyful spirit of winter.
Santa's Workshop
Saturdays & Sundays | November 29th - December 21st
Ho Ho Ho! Join us on Saturdays and Sundays from 11a - 2p for photos with Santa! Please note that this event series is FREE, but you must bring your own camera for photos.
Cocoa & Crafts
Sundays | November 30th - December 21st
Get into the holiday spirit with Cocoa & Crafts at the Sherwin-Williams Porch—the ultimate creative evening out! Grab your friends, grab a hot chocolate from the Porch Bar, and settle in as we paint wooden ornaments. Cocoa & Crafts is free!
Winter Wonderland presented by The Cincinnati Ballet
Open Daily | December 1st - December 31st
The Cincinnati Ballet, City of Cincinnati, 3CDC, and Art Academy of Cincinnati are working together to bring a Nutcracker-inspired Winter Wonderland installation to Washington Park this December! Winter Wonderland presented by the Cincinnati Ballet is a six-scene story walk through the Park, complete with dazzling holiday lights on park trees, along paths, and surrounding the bandstand.
Winter Wonderland will be viewable during all park hours seven days a week through January 5th.
Winter Markets
Weekends | November 22nd - December 21st
This holiday season, partners like The City Flea and Cincinnati Pride will being festive holiday markets to the park! Shop Small this holiday season at all of our Winter Markets!
Mardi Gras in the Park
February 14
We'll have a curated selection of local Cajun eats, festive craft drinks, and live brass music. It’s a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon perfect for catching up with friends, browsing local vendors, and more. The Sherwin-Williams Porch will be open serving a wide variety of drinks for you to indulge in. Click here to RSVP in our event page and stay up to date on the latest updates!
Mittenfest--on hiatus. Due to a variety of logistical challenges, the event won't be returning this year. We’ve loved every cozy moment of it, and we're so grateful for the memories you made with us in the cold. But just because the mittens are off doesn't mean the party is over. This year, we’re introducing a new event in February, Mardi Gras at the Park, February 14th.