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Residents and visitors in Covington, Kentucky, have a variety of activities to choose from this weekend. The events range from art shopping to cabaret performances and seasonal celebrations.
The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center is hosting a Sip & Shop event with over 30 vendors offering handcrafted goods. As part of Krampusnacht, attendees can take photos with Krampus, the mythical holiday figure known for punishing naughty children. This event is open to the public with free parking available on 7th Street.
Artmarkit offers a unique solution for pet owners who want poinsettias but are concerned about their pets' safety. Their workshop will teach participants how to create poinsettias using ribbons, eliminating the risk associated with real plants.
The Carnegie presents "A Cozy Christmas with Queen City Cabaret" on Friday and Saturday. The show promises an evening filled with nostalgic holiday magic reminiscent of classic Christmas specials.
Braxton Brewing Co. hosts the Dark Charge Winter Block Party 2024, featuring live music from Tracy Walker and others. Attendees can enjoy food trucks and special beer variants like Braxton's Doscher’s Candies Vanilla French Chew variant.
Saturday's CFM Holiday Market at Hellmann Creative Center adds a festive twist to the regular Covington Farmers Market by including local artists and crafters alongside traditional vendors.
MainStrasse Village Christkindlmarkt takes place on Sunday, offering unique gifts from regional vendors in the style of German Christmas markets. The event includes food, drinks, music, and activities for children.
On Sunday, "The Moose is on The Loose" event at Ernst + Oddfellows CoWorking Space features live music and various products such as candles, coffee, cigars, chocolate, hot sauce, jerky, vintage video games, records, sausage, Wenzel Whisky among other items.
Music lovers can catch several performances throughout the weekend at venues like Molly Malone’s Irish Pub & Restaurant and Madison Theater. Other notable activities include family-friendly events at Behringer-Crawford Museum and brunch with Santa at Coppin’s.
