21 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Oct. 9-11)

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Poutine Wolf Pop-Up at Northside Yacht Club
NSYC's next transformation arrives just in time for Halloween: Poutine Wolf. It's a pun — on poutine and the classic 1980s lycanthropic coming-of-age tale (tail?) Teen Wolf, starring Michael J. Fox. And while werewolves typically feast on human flesh, this pop-up is instead encouraging customers to dine on gravy-covered french fries. There will be five different options on the Poutine Wolf menu including traditional Canadian, poutine with paneer and curry and a Buffalo-style poutine. 11 a.m. Oct. 9 through 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15. NSYC is closed Mondays. 4231 Spring Grove Ave., Northside, northsideyachtclub.com.
Photo: Northside Yacht Club

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Dent Schoolhouse
According to legend, the bodies of several missing Dent Schoolhouse students were discovered in barrels in the building’s basement — and the janitor did it. Housed in an actual public school, Dent offers real ghost tours and lights-out experiences for those looking for a true fright, plus lights-on tours for kids and wimps. Tickets must be purchased online. Capacity has been cut in half this year so nights can sell out. Masks and social distancing are required. Through Nov. 13. $20-$25 general admission; +$20 fast pass; +$30 front of the line. 5963 Harrison Ave., Dent, frightsite.com.
Photo: Provided by Dent Schoolhouse

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Operation Pumpkin
Head to downtown Hamilton for the annual Operation Pumpkin event — slightly altered this year due to COVID. Check out artful and extravagant carved pumpkins, fall treats and other goods for sale from local businesses, a DJ, a costume contest for humans and pets, and a DORA (Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area) map and passport. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 9 and 10. Downtown Hamilton, operation-pumpkin.org.
Photo: facebook.com/operationpumpkin

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Heritage Village Haunted Village
Described as a “slight fright,” this haunted attraction is completely kid-friendly and a lower-key haunted experience that won’t leave the youngsters with recurring nightmares until Christmas. A “ghost host” will lead private groups on tours through the recreated 19th-century village, “meeting ghosts, witches, pirates, a mortician, a fortune teller and a cursed archaeologist along the way.” Tickets must be purchased in advance for timed entry. Face masks required for those ages 6 and older; social distancing will be enforced. 6-10 p.m. Oct. 9-10; Oct. 16-17; Oct. 23-24. $8; free for members and kids 2 and under. 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, heritagevillagecincinnati.org.
Photo: Provided by Heritage Village

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure and Labyrinth at the Campbell County Public Library Newport Branch Drive-In
Newport's Campbell County Public Library is transforming their parking lot into a drive-in movie theater this weekend, inviting folks to enjoy an entertaining — and socially distanced — blast from the past. The library is setting up a screen outside of the building and will feature 1980s cult-classic films Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure and Labyrinth. There are limited spots available, so the Campbell County Public Library suggests that guests show up early. Pack your favorite film-viewing snacks and bevs. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9. Free. Campbell County Public Library, 901 E. Sixth St, Newport, facebook.com/campbellkylib.
Photo: Campbell County Public Library

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Thrills on Wheels
The Cindependent Film Festival is bringing its mobile Reels on Wheels movie-screening trailer to different Cincinnati neighborhoods this October to offer some safe, family-friendly and slightly spooky films. The Thrills on Wheels tour will take the pop-up trailer to Camp Washington, Findlay Park, Northside, Mt. Adams, Hamilton and Price Hill to screen five, free, freaky films from local, national and international filmmakers, including local Shay Nartker's Avery and Amy’s Oddities documentary. 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9 at the Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Mount Adams. 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Fitton Center for the Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton, cindependentfilmfest.org.
Photo: Provided by Cindependent Film Fest

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Rhinegeist Cider Social
Rhinegeist is welcoming fall with a cider party at the taproom. According to the event write-up, "The taproom is gussied up in seasonal style and we're slinging a bushel of ciders featuring a variety of carefully crafted flavor combinations." Look for cider flights, cider cocktails, fall-themed games and more. Oct. 9-11. Free admission. Rhinegeist, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, facebook.com/rhinegeist.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Roam Away from Home: A Real-Life Scavenger Hunt
Caracole's Roam Away From Home: A Real-Life Scavenger Hunt asks you to "Put your quest foot forward and join the hunt to gather clues and complete outdoor challenges across the city—all to benefit Caracole, Greater Cincinnati’s nonprofit AIDS Service Organization devoted to positively changing lives in the fight against HIV/AIDS." Through Sunday. Oct. 9-11. caracole.org.
Photo: facebook.com/WeAreCaracole

FRIDAY OCT. 9

Sandyland Acres Haunted Hayride
Hold on tight: During this hellish hayride through a cornfield, riders are stalked and taunted by creatures hidden among the crops. Familiar faces like Texas Chainsaw Massacre’s Leatherface and a bloodied take on Santa Claus appear alongside zombies, backwoodsmen, clowns and chainsaw-wielders. Sandyland Acres is asking their guests to follow social distancing guidelines and wear masks at all times. Once you’re in the wagon, you can’t move from your seat until the ride is over. Cash only. Through Oct. 31. $15. 4172 Belleview Road, Petersburg, sandylandacres.com.
Photo: facebook.com/shhfr

SATURDAY OCT. 10

The Fits Drive-In Screening
The Over-the-Rhine International Film Festival is hosting a screening of the locally filmed The Fits as part of the Film Fest Drive-In series, a partnership with other festivals including Black Alphabet Cincy and Cincy Black Pride, Black Cincinnati Cinema Collective and the 48 Hour Film Project, Mayerson JCC Jewish & Israeli Film Festival. According to the OTR International Film Festival, The Fits is "a psychological portrait of 11-year-old Toni, a tomboy assimilating to a tight-knit dance team in Cincinnati’s West End. Enamored by the power and confidence of this strong community of girls, Toni eagerly absorbs routines, masters drills and even pierces her own ears to fit in. When a mysterious outbreak of fainting spells plagues the team, Toni’s desire for acceptance is twisted." The screening takes place 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 in the parking lot at 302 W. Fourth St. in Covington. The cost is $20 per car and capacity is limited. Get tickets at otrfilmfest.org/film-fest-drive-in-the-fits.
Photo: Courtesy of Oscilloscope Laboratories

SATURDAY OCT. 10

Made in Camp
The artists and makers of Camp Washington will be opening up their studio spaces and galleries on Saturday for Made in Camp. More than 40 Camp community members are participating and visitors can "meet with artists in their studios, (enjoy) access to oft-hidden makers spaces and (watch) demonstrations by Camp Washington manufacturers," says a release. This year, a guide and colored signs will help people locate different studios. Made in Camp maps are available at the American Sign Museum, Wave Pool, CampSITE Sculpture Park, Camp Washington Community Board and various studios. "Primarily a walking event, many of the artists and sites will be setting up outside to allow for greater social distancing and safety this year due to the pandemic," reads a release. There will also be free COVID testing from UC Health outside of Wave Pool during the event. Noon-4 p.m. Oct. 10. Free. Camp Washington, wavepoolgallery.org.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

SATURDAY OCT. 10

Neltner's Farm
Pick your own pumpkin, enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride and meet farm animals in the new outdoor petting zoo. The farm also features a model train display and train and pony rides for children. Finish your day with home-cooked goods and local wines. No advance tickets or reservations needed to have fun on this farm. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. weekends. Through Oct. 31. $5 weekends; free weekdays (not all activities are available); some events and activities cost an additional fee. 6922 Four Mile Road, Melbourne, neltnersfarm.com.
Photo: Grace Lawler

SATURDAY OCT. 10

Neiderman Family Farm
Pick your own pumpkin for 50 cents per pound and make your way through the sunflower-shaped maze at Niederman’s Fall Fun on the Farm event. Come with an appetite to enjoy fall treats like cinnamon donuts, kettle corn, caramel apples and hot roasted nuts. This year’s admission fee includes access to a jumping pillow, corn maze, hayride, play cabins, Barnyard Butt Buster, tube swings, Ball Zones and more. Also currently booking private bonfires ($100). 6-9 p.m. Thursday; 6-10 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 1-6 p.m. Sunday. Through Oct. 31. Purchase tickets online in advance. $12. 5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Road, Hamilton, niedermanfamilyfarm.com.
Photo: facebook.com/niedermanfamilyfarm

SATURDAY OCT. 10

Gorman Heritage Farm Sunflower "Fest"
Evendale's Gorman Heritage Farm is making some changes to its annual Sunflower Festival this year in light of COVID. The 23rd-annual fest itself has been canceled, but they are still offering visitors the opportunity to visit their sunflower field Oct. 3, 4, 10 and 11. Advance $5 tickets are required (children under 3 and members are free, but registration is still necessary); there will be no tickets for sale at the door. In addition to opportunities to explore the sunflower field and snap some photos, entry includes access to the farm and the ability to cut your own sunflowers, buy some pumpkins, walk through corn and sunflower "mazes" and visit the farm animals. Staggered timed admission from 10 a.m.-noon, 12:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-5 p.m. each day, except for on Saturday, Oct. 10, which only has one admission time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $5. Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Evendale, gormanfarm.org.
Photo: Provided by Gorman Heritage Farm

SATURDAY OCT. 10

HomeMakers Fall Outpost
Over the summer, HomeMakers transformed the space behind their bar into their own outdoor drinking and dining destination — the Outpost, with a vintage Airstream trailer bar and a string-lit garden patio, and teamed up with Cincinnati Music Accelerator for entertainment. But the vintage Airstream has packed up and moved back home, and HomeMakers has welcomed a different kind of bev bar on wheels, via a collab with Fifty West Brewery's WV beer bus. The patio is sporting a new autumnal look for the new season, thanks to the Art Academy and Urban Sites, in addition to fall cocktails and comforting new menu additions. In a press release, the HomeMakers crew tells guests to expect some exciting pop-ups with other Queen City makers. HomeMakers, 39 E. 13th St., Over-the-Rhine, homemakersbar.com.
Photo: Provided by HomeMakers

SATURDAY OCT. 10

?Indigenous Peoples Day Convergence
The Greater Cincinnati Native American Coalition (GCNAC) is hosting a three-day ?Indigenous Peoples Day Convergence via Zoom. The event this year will focus on "empowerment through education, and through this provide pathways to action," says the event description. "Global Indigenous leaders and facilitators will present on Indigenous sovereignty, land and water rights, education, economic development, cultural and language maintenance and promotion, religious freedom, and resistance movements. Indigenous musicians, poets, artists, singers, and performers from across the world will join this celebration to offer their gifts." Oct. 10-12. $25 suggested donation via eventbrite.com.
Photo: facebook.com/gcnativeamericancoalition

SATURDAY OCT. 10

Potter Pub Crawl
The fourth-annual Potter Pub Crawl through Over-the-Rhine invites muggles, wizards, witches and everyone in between to imbibe many potions as they make their way through the Drinkery, Below Zero Lounge, Mr. Pitiful's and Treehouse Bar. With social distancing in mind, the crawl offers customized routes per "house," with colored wristbands to distinguish into which you've been sorted. The Potter Pub Crawl will feature live-streamed trivia with cash prizes, themed drink specials, ticket-only access to several bars and DJs, and the option for a VIP ticket — which comes with a wizard-themed T-shirt. Seem like a super-spreader event? Just make sure you have all three Deathly Hallows to become invincible. 2-8 p.m. Oct. 10. Pre-registration is available on Oct. 9. Tickets range in price from $20-$33 and are available via eventbrite.com

SUNDAY OCT. 11

Second Sunday OTR
Due to COVID-19, Second Sunday on Main — Over-the-Rhine's monthly eclectic street festival — has taken on a new form: Second Sunday OTR. During second Sundays, the neighborhood transforms into a walkable market, with vendors, pop-ups, musicians and more lining (and socially distanced) on the sidewalks. You can drink, dine, shop and hangout throughout Over-the-Rhine, with activities slated to occur from Findlay Market to Kroger.11 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 11. Over-the-Rhine, facebook.com/OTRSSOM
Photo: Provided by Second Sunday on Main

SUNDAY OCT. 11

Plum Gorgeous Fall Floral Show at Krohn Conservatory
Krohn Conservatory's fall floral show is a violet delight. Plum Gorgeous introduces visitors to an alternative autumnal hue, featuring a dazzling display of traditional fall plants and trees decked out in rich shades of purple. Flowers and plants range from fuchsia mums and deep purple ipomoea to lavender, cabbage and kale, plus alyssum, scabiosa and a smattering of plum trees. The floral show runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday through Oct. 25. The conservatory is closed on Mondays. General admission is $7 for adults; $5 for youth 5-17; and free for children under 4. Krohn Conservatory, 950 Eden Park Drive, Mount Adams, cincinnatiparks.com.
Photo: Brittany Thornton

SUNDAY OCT. 11

Kings Island’s Tricks and Treats Fall Fest
Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Kings Island is promising to be your one-stop-shop for all the fall fun (instead of their annual Halloween Haunt event). It offers plenty of treats to fill your bellies and spirits, like spooky-themed snacks and activities for kids including tractor rides and corn mazes. So get dressed up, decorate your own pumpkin and go trick-or-treating. Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 1. $30 for admission and six tastings. Kings Island, 6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason, visitkingsisland.com.
Photo: Facebook.com/VisitKingsIsland