Cincinnati Happenings ~ Events in February

Fountain Square Ice Rink (Through February 18th: See website for times)
Many Cincinnatians harbor fond memories of ice skating on Fountain Square on a frosty winter day in the midst of downtown’s tallest buildings. $3 admission-$3 Skate rental. (513)-621-4400. www.myfountainsquare.com

MainStrasse Village Mardi Gras Celebration! (February 17th - 13th: 8pm.)
A Covington February tradition! The party starts here in this historic Northern Kentucky village. (859)-491-0458. http://mainstrasse.org

Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey (See website for dates and times.)
Professional minor league ice hockey at US Bank Arena.  (800)-745-3000. www.cycloneshockey.com

Perfect North Slopes (See website for dates and times.)
Have fun in the snow at Perfect North Slopes! $30.00 to $43.00 per person. (812)-537-3754. www.perfectnorth.com

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center (See website for dates, 11am to 5pm.)
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as the nation's newest monument to freedom. It brings to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the world and throughout history, including today. $12.00 for adults, $10.00 for Seniors and Students, and $8.00 for children aged 6 to 12. (513)-333-7500. www.freedomcenter.org

Winter Family Days - Newport Aquarium (Through February 29th, See website for more info)
Visit Newport Aquarium during Winter Family Days and save. Two kids get in free with every adult that pays full price all day, every day, and strollers are welcome. To receive this promotion, tickets must be purchased at the Newport Aquarium on the day of your visit.

So plan your visit soon to see Mighty Mike, the country's biggest, baddest gator and save during Winter Family Days! www.newportaquarium.com

Penguin Days At The Cincinnati Zoo (Through February 29th, See website for more details)
March to the Cincinnati Zoo and save a waddle of cash! Experience cooler prices and even cooler animals during Penguin Days, with half-price Zoo admission every day and special animal encounters every Saturday & Sunday, January 3 through February 28. Plus, enjoy more than 12 heated indoor animal exhibits throughout the park.

Every weekend, guests can watch penguins, polar bears, snow monkeys and even elephants enjoy the winter weather in their own way during a variety of animal enrichment activities.www.cincinnatizoo.org

Carmen - Cincinnati Ballet (February 10th-18th)
French musician Georges Bizet composed Spanish music for the famous opera, and Italian Amedeo Amodio choreographed a contemporary ballet. Aronoff Center. www.cballet.org

Cincy Beer Fest (February 10th-11th)
300+ Craft Beers | 10,000 Craft Beer Fans |1 Great Time.
For 1 Incredible Week, The Eyes Of The Craft Beer World Will Be Upon Cincinnati! Duke Energy Convention Center. www.cincybeerfest.com

Cincinnati Home & Garden Show (February 25th-March 4th)
Showcase of landscape and interior designs, specialty companies, remodeling specialists, manufacturers, retail stores and contractors. Duke Energy Convention Center. www.hartproductions.com