Hello, weekend! And a three-day weekend, at that. This weekend’s top 5 events are brought to you by some of Cincinnati’s best players — the Children’s Theatre, Taft Museum and Cincinnati Zoo — and are sure to make for some extra-special time with your crew.
Here are 5 fun and family-friendly things to do this February weekend:
Madagascar: A Musical Adventure
Feb. 16-18 at the Taft Theatre
This Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati production is utterly delightful. Based on the DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure follows all of your kids’ favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Move it, move it to the Taft this weekend for this standout show! {Check out our review here!}
Fitton Family Fridays: Carnival of the Animals
Fri., Feb. 16 at 7:30 pm at Fitton Center for Creative Arts
The Cincinnati Ballet performs at the Fitton Center for the very first time with a new production of Carnival of the Animals! With a sumptuous score, this humorous and enchanting production includes the Royal March of the Lion, Kangaroos, and The Swan, all performed by some of the area’s most talented young dancers. Sponsored by Fort Hamilton Hospital. Tickets are $5 for members and $7 for nonmembers. Read our review of Fitton Family Fridays here!
Linton Peanut Butter & Jam: Hit It!
Sat., Feb. 17 at 10 and 11:30 am at Kennedy Heights Presbyterian Church
There’s more to being a drummer than just sticking to it. Come feel the beat and explore the world of the percussion family with the Linton Chamber Orchestra! Peanut Butter & Jam Sessions brings families together for a musical encounter that provides a friendly, educational, and enjoyable introduction to classical music. Designed for ages two to six, these interactive concerts will touch, teach, and enrich your child’s life. Kids’ tickets are just $6.
Third Sunday Funday: Celebrate Tiffany
Sun., Feb. 18 from 1-4pm at the Taft Museum
Celebrate all things stained glass at this funday! Learn about transparency at the Art Cart, and create your own pasta “stained glass” work of art to take home. At 2 pm, OTRimprov presents ComedySportz Cincinnati, a hilarious performance of family friendly improv games. Meet some creatures that inspired works in the Tiffany show during a visit from Cool Critters at 3 pm. FREE.
Half-Price Days at the Cincinnati Zoo
Daily through March 9
The forecast isn’t looking too shabby this weekend, making it the perfect time to take advantage of the Zoo’s Half-Price Days! Weekends feature special animal encounters — and Sunday’s high is right around 50, so you may even be able to see Miss Fiona!