There are many holiday traditions around Cincinnati this season, making it a great time of year to enjoy our city. Just north of town in Lebanon, one particular event gives you the chance to experience the magic of the holidays in a unique, festive way. The Lebanon Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Festival happens every year on the first Saturday of December, and this year it's sure to be one of the best celebrations of the season!
The charming city of Lebanon becomes even more idyllic on December 2nd this year with its one-of-a-kind Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Festival.
This annual tradition draws big crowds that line the streets for each of the two parades held on the first Saturday in December. The parades takes place at 1pm and 7pm and the accompanying festival runs throughout town from 10am to 8pm.
Both parades are entertaining, magical, and will definitely put you in the holiday spirit.
The afternoon parade highlights the beauty of the horses and carriages as they ride through the streets of downtown Lebanon. They are decked out in their holiday best and you'll see everything from miniature donkeys to grand Clydesdales.
The evening parade is truly one of the most enchanting holiday experiences in our area. Each carriage is illuminated with festive Christmas lights, bows, and other decorations. It follows the same route as the afternoon parade and showcases the same group of participants, but this time is lit up with a Christmas glow.
The festival runs throughout the day in Lebanon, making it easy to spend an entire day at this event.
Head to E. Mulberry Street for food and craft vendors, visit with Santa, take a carriage ride, listen to carolers, and roam in and out of downtown Lebanon's 80+ shops. To extend your adventure, consider heading over to the LM&M Railroad for a festive holiday train ride!
The Lebanon Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Festival is a holiday tradition everyone in Cincinnati should experience.
It will definitely put you in the holiday spirit and provide plenty of old-fashioned, festive family fun and memories.
Experience the magic of the holidays at the Lebanon Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Festival this year! Is this already one of your family traditions? Will you go this year? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
For more information on the Parade and Festival, check out its website here.
And in case you missed it, check out our Christmas Lights Road Trip around Cincinnati for more festive fun!
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