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Dates to Know in Cincinnati: August
August 1–31
Black Business Month
Click here for a comprehensive list of Black businesses to support in Cincinnati in August and beyond. Courtesy of The Voice of Black Cincinnati.
August 1–14
Ohio’s Annual Sales Tax Holiday
Goods of any kind priced at $500 or less are exempt from tax during the holiday. This sales tax holiday helps families buy clothing, supplies, and other items their children may need to be successful in the coming school year.
FAQ for exclusions and restrictions
Tips to Stay Cool This Summer
through Sunday
Grand Carnivale
Kings Island
International festival and cultural event complete with live music, cultural crafts, lively activities, authentic cuisine, and more. Daily Spectacle of Color parade concludes with an end-of-night finale filled with fireworks, lasers, lights, and drones.
Wednesday–Sunday
Goettafest
Newport’s Festival Park at the Levee
A celebration of all things goetta featuring two weekends of Glier’s Goetta-inspired dishes, live music, and family fun.
Free admission
Wednesday
Opening Day: Summermusik Festival
Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
Three different concert experiences designed to provide something unique for everyone’s musical tastes. Concerts at multiple venues. Click the link above for schedule and details. Through August 24.
Thursday
National Chili Dog Day
Rockin’ the Roebling
Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 6–10p
Summer concert series with music from 6:30–9:30. Every Thursday through September 4.
Free admission
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
General Ormsby Mitchel Park, 7p
FREE public Cincinnati Shakespeare Company performances at area parks.
No ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Friday
First Friday
Bellevue Pavilion, 5–10p
Live music (starts at 6), local vendors, food truck, and biergarten (opens at 5).
Free admission
Summer in Cincy Skate Night
Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink, 6–10p
DJs, dancing, roller skating, art making.
FREE admission; ages 13+
Brady Block Parties: Woodlawn/Lincoln Heights
Woodlawn Community Center, 6:30p (concert at 7:45)
Music, art activations, activities for all ages, giveaways, and a variety of FREE food options from neighborhood vendors and food trucks, plus a popcorn and cotton candy machine. Featuring a CSO concert.
Free admission
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Flagship Park (Erlanger), 7p
FREE public Cincinnati Shakespeare Company performances at area parks.
No ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Unique Things To Do in Cincinnati
Friday and Saturday
On Point Music Festival
Sawyer Point
Two days of music, including Ashes & Arrows, Motherfolk, Multimagic, The Tillers, Sylmar, and many more, as well as roller rink, beach volley ball, and pickleball tournament.
Free admission
Friday: Outdoors for All Expo
Schmidt Recreation Complex, 4–9:30p
Exhibitors, hands-on activities, live music, local beer and more.
If you’re just attending the Expo, please park on streets adjacent to the park or at Riverview East Academy and walk in following the Ohio River Trail.
Saturday: Ohio River Paddlefest
7a (races start; finish line festival closes at 2p)
Paddlefest supports Adventure Crew commitment to Outdoors for All.
Saturday
CPS Back to School Fest
Washington Park, 11a–2p
Learn about CPS programs and community resources. There will also be free backpacks (while supplies last), games, activities, and more family friendly fun.
Free admission
Sticker Trading Hours
The Sticker Shop (Wyoming), 1–3p
First Saturday of every month.
All ages welcome
Kidchella 2025
Cottell Park (Deerfield Twp), 1–4p
Music, giveaways, touch-a-truck, princesses, dinosaurs, mini-horses, circus performers, and so much more.
Free to the public
Cat Video Fest
Esquire Theatre, 2p, 7:30p, and 9:30p
Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses.
Additional dates:
Esquire Theatre: August 3 at 5p; August 7 at 7p
Kenwood Theatre: August 6 at 7p
Mariemont Theatre: August 10 at 2p; August 11 at 7p
Ticket info at the theatres’ links in bio (above)
2nd Annual Norwood Comedy Festival
Mills Avenue, next to Victory Park, 2–11p
Featuring headliner Geoff Tate. Produced by Bombs Away! Comedy. There will also be vendors, food trucks, and cider/beer garden.
Free admission
Sunset Skate
Riverfront Rink, 5–10p
Ladies’ night with Royalty the Dreamgirl and DJ Jay Biz for the On Point Music Festival. This series will feature DJs, theme parties, food trucks, artists, and workshops all summer long.
Free admission; free skate rental with ID
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Harry Whiting Brown Community Center (Glendale), 7p
FREE public Cincinnati Shakespeare Company performances at area parks.
No ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Saturday and Sunday
Opening Weekend
CinSei (OTR)
Celebration of this matcha and manga at pop-up in OTR will feature Food trucks, cosplay contest, and live performances by local rap artists Casey Jones, Swooty Mac, and Turich Benjy.
Free admission
Sunday
Tri-State Antique Market 40th Season
Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds, 6a–3p
Indiana’s largest antiques and vintage-only market, featuring over 125 dealers each month.
$5 admission (under 18 free). Cash only.
Women in the Outdoors Series: Kayak Safety & Rescue
Campbell Lakes Preserve, 10a–2p
Improve your outdoor skills in a welcoming women-only environment. Remaining dates: September 20 and October 18.
Register here
Flea in the Fort
Tower Park, 10a–3p
Handmade artisan craft show featuring over 70 vendors, live music, food trucks, and craft beer.
Free admission
Learn to Skate With Dylan Morton and David Chambers
Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink, 2–3p
Learn safety, technique, skills and drills to build balance and strength for skating in this beginner-friendly skate course for all levels and abilities. Weekly through November 2.
Free class and free skate rentals with ID
Cat Video Fest
Esquire Theatre, 5p
Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses.
Additional dates:
Esquire Theatre: August 7 at 7p
Kenwood Theatre: August 6 at 7p
Mariemont Theatre: August 10 at 2p; August 11 at 7p
Ticket info at the theatres’ links in bio (above)
OTR Performs/Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Washington Park, 6p
FREE public Cincinnati Shakespeare Company performances at area parks.
No ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Premiere: Cincinnati’s Open
FOX19, 6p (episode 1)
New four-part docuseries offering an all-access look at the tournament’s legacy, transformation, and the elite competition. Each episode will air on FOX19 on Sundays.
Ongoing
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Cincinnati Museum Center
Fridays at 1:30p, 2:30p, and 3:30p
Saturdays at 11:30a, 12:30p, and 1:30p
Sundays at 12:30p, 1:30p, and 2:30p
Free admission
Coming Soon
National Night Out
Ziegler Park, August 5, 4–7p
Annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. There will be grilling, raffles, and prizes.
Free admission
Sports
FC Cincinnati v Monterrey
Leagues Cup Group Stage (1 of 3)
TQL Stadium
Thursday at 7p
Cincinnati Reds vs. Atlanta Braves
Great American Ball Park
Friday at 12:40p Business Day Specials
Saturday at 7:10p MLB Speedway Classic in Bristol, TN
Watch: FOX; Listen: 700 WLW
Florence Y’alls vs. Evansville Otters
Thomas More Stadium
Friday at 7:03p Pirates and Princesses (Y’alls piggy bank for first 1000 fans)
Saturday at 6:36p Country Night (post-game concert)
Sunday at 1:07p Sunday Funday (kids run the bases after the game)
FC Cincinnati v Juárez
Leagues Cup Group Stage (2 of 3)
TQL Stadium
Thursday at 5:30p
Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click on the link for more information.
WEEKLY EVENTS
MONDAYS
Free Movies for Kids
Esquire, Mariemont, and Kenwood Theatres, 10:30a
Ten weeks of free movies Mondays through 8/4. Doors open at 9:45 and movies are first come first served.
Trivia Night
Fountain Square, 6–8p
Hosted by Last Call Trivia. Through August 25.
Free admission
Jazz at the Park
Washington Park Porch, 6–9p
Local and regional jazz acts. Through October 27.
Free admission
The Workshop
Commonwealth Sanctuary, 7:30p (doors at 6)
Free Monday showcase featuring food and drink specials, plus comics in Cincinnati working out their best new jokes.
Free admission; reserve tickets here
TUESDAYS
Strauss Troy Market
Fountain Square, 11a–1:30p
Al fresco lunch hour featuring live music and local food trucks.
April 1–August 26
Free admission
Social Push Cincy Weekly Rollout
Venues change weekly; click here for schedule
Weekely group rollout featuring a new route every week. All wheels welcome.
Free admission
Westwood Works Out
Westwood Town Hall, 6–7p
Different workouts weekly through September 30.
Free admission
Jazz at the Square
Fountain Square, 6–9p
Local and regional acts. Through August 26.
Free admission
Trivia Night
Washington Park, 7–9p
Hosted by Last Call Trivia. Through October 28.
Free admission
WEDNESDAYS
Free Movies for Kids
Esquire, Mariemont, and Kenwood Theatres, 10:30a
Ten weeks of free movies Wednesdays through 8/6. Doors open at 9:45 and movies are first come first served.
Workout on the Green
Washington Park, 5–6p and 6–7p (click link above for workout lineup)
April 2–October 29
Free admission
Smale Mind and Body
Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 6–7p
Free Yoga classes led by Yoga teachers from Embra Studios. Through September 24.
Free admission
Yappy Hour
Washington Park, 6–8p
First Wednesday of the month, April through October. (April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, October 2)
Free admission
THURSDAYS
Drag Bingo with Queen City Charities
Washington Park, 6–9p
Fierce fun and fabulous prizes. Bingo winners will be awarded with drink tickets that can be redeemed at the Porch Bar.
Free admission
Salsa on the Square
Fountain Square, 7–10p
Live local and regional Latin bands specializing in Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, and Latin Jazz music, as well as local dance instructors hosting large dance classes teaching basic and intermediate Latin dancing.
Free admission
Fridays
Open Play: Skillz N Drills
Ziegler Park, 4–6p
Join friends from the community on Fridays for games, adventures, craft projects, and more.
Fridays through September 26.
Free admission
Summer in Cincy Skate Night
Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink, 6–10p
DJs, dancing, and art making. Every Friday through August 29.
13+; free admission
Queen City Keyed Up
Fountain Square, 7–10p
Dueling pianos and a DJ. Fridays through August 29.
Free admission
Saturdays
Saturday Hoops
Ziegler Park, 10a–1p
Volunteers connect one-on-one with kids through a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, basketball, weekly speakers, fitness, reading, and more. Through September 6.
Free admission
Kids Dance with Sarah Spurling
Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink, 2–3p
Weekly class for kids ages 11 and under—all bodies and abilities—to practice mindful movement, self-expression, and physical language.
Free
Now Showing
The Blue Angels
OMNIMAX Theater
through July 24
The Art of Community
Ethos Art Collective (Mt Healthy)
Ethos Art Collective’s, a micro-gallery and creative space, debut exhibition showcasing local talent and shared artistic vision.
through July 27
Cincinnati Opera 2025 Summer Festival
Music Hall
MainStage season enhanced by an expanded selection of Studio Sessions.
June 17: Studio Sessions: Soul and Sound
June 26 and 28: Tosca
July 10: Studio Sessions with Anthony Clark Evans in Recital
July 17: Studio Sessions: From Avenue A to Broadway
July 23, 25, 26, 27: Fiddler on the Roof
through July 31
Summer Reading Program
CHPL (41 locations)
Kids and teens can earn prizes by reading and having fun all summer long, featuring challenges for kids and teens, events, and family-friendly fun.
through August 10
Gothica Botanica: A Krohn Butterfly Show
Krohn Conservatory, 10a–8p daily
Gothic-themed butterfly garden featuring shadowy black foliage and deep-hued blooms with iridescent butterflies to shimmering in the light.
through August 24
Cycle Thru! The Art of the Bike
Cincinnati Art Museum
Spanning the 1860s to today, over 20 bicycles from The Bicycle Museum of America in New Bremen, Ohio, illustrate the design innovations—both functional and aesthetic—marking the vehicle’s development. Through August 24.
Ticketed. Free for members.
through August 31
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Various parks around greater Cincinnati, July 11–August 31. Click here for schedule.
FREE public Cincinnati Shakespeare Company performances at area parks.
No ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission
through September 1
Barbie™: A Cultural Icon
Cincinnati Museum Center
Step back into your childhood and join us on a six-decade evolution and the making of a global phenomenon.
Exhibition ticket required
through September 7
Ohio Now: State of Nature
Contemporary Arts Center, 10a
Through diverse materials and perspectives, artists across Ohio focus on sustainability, agriculture, food justice, and natural ecologies.
through September 21
Farm to Table: Food and Identity in the Age of Impressionism
Cincinnati Art Museum
This exhibition explores the intersections of art, gastronomy, and national identity in fin-de-siècle France. If you buy a ticket for Farm to Table from June 13–August 24, 2025, you can use that same ticket to see Cycle Thru! The Art of the Bike.
Tickets
New To Do
Trecento
300 Main Street, downtown
Wood-fired pizzas, pastas, signature salads and cocktails.
Monday–Saturday, 11a–11p
Snapdragon Books & Gifts
4461 Bridgetown Road
~2200 titles in six unique rooms, plus spaces for book clubs, small groups, game nights, and writing groups.
The Road Less Worn
Memoir by Erin Flynn, founder of Cincinnati-based Cladwell
Available on Kindle for $0.99 through Sunday, 7/13
“This book is part memoir, part mirror. Flynn offers a relatable path to living with more intention—starting in your closet, but reaching far beyond it.”
Leave a review here
Clio Cabana
4210 Plainville Road (Madisonville
)
Literary charm and boutique style, featuring the cult-favorite Clio belt bag (as seen on TODAY, CNN, Wall Street Journal) that’s taken Bookstagram by storm.
Wendigo Tea Co
Findlay Launch Storefront (1811 W Elder)
Alveo
6816 Wooster Pike, Mariemont
Sandwich shop in collaboration with Randy Sebastian (Sebastian Bakehouse) and Andy Tanner (Parisian Pantry)
Monday–Friday, 10a–4p
Breakfast and Lunch Service
W Bar + Bistro
3447 Epworth Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
Open daily, 7a–9p
Ethos Art Collective
7507 Hamilton Avenue (Mt Healthy)
Micro-gallery and creative space.
Cantina
1200 Broadway Street
Crown Restaurant Group re-opens Crown Cantina as simply “Cantina” in Pendleton.
Pennyflower Bistro
701 Broadway Street (The Clair Hotel)
Open for breakfast (daily), lunch (Mon–Fri), and dinner (daily)
Northern Liberties Bourbon Whiskey
Now available at Northern Row Brewery & Distillery
10th Island Tiki Bar & Grill
Ziegler Park
213 Woodward Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Green Elephant Play
528 Reading Road (Pendleton)
Eco-friendly indoor play space for ages 1–8.
Parks Light
HighGrain X Great Parks
5% of sales will go right back to Great Parks conservation and environmental initiatives. Available at every Great Parks location that sells beer and both HighGrain locations.
Braxton Factory 52
Braxton Brewing and Hi-Wire beers now available in Braxton’s newly acquired taproom.
Jeni’s Ice Cream
District at Deerfield (5200 District Park Drive)
Sen by Kiki
Findlay Market
Sen expands into a new storefront at Findlay Market.
Brunch Service
21c Museum Hotel
7a–2p seven days a week
CHPL – Cheviot Branch
3711 Robb Avenue
Carl’s Deli Findlay Market
Expansion of their Hyde Park location
Churchill’s Fine Teas
6709 Madison Road (Madisonville)
In its soft opening phase at its new location after moving from Hyde Park
Sweet Mae’s Cookie Co
Findlay Market
Now open Thursday–Sunday at the Market
New Music from Cincinnati’s Own Santino Corleon
“Let It Rip”
Available on Spotify and Apple Music
Local Picnic in the Park Pairings
Tickets and Registration for Future Events
25% off Contemporary Arts Center Membership
With code TourDeCAC
Cat Video Fest
Esquire, Kenwood, and Mariemont Theatres
Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses.
Esquire Theatre: August 2 at 2p, 7:30p, 9:30p; August 3 at 5p; August 7 at 7p
Kenwood Theatre: August 6 at 7p
Mariemont Theatre: August 10 at 2p; August 11 at 7p
Ticket info at the theatres’ links in bio (above)
Women in the Outdoors Series
Various Great Parks destinations: Sep 20, Oct 18
Improve your outdoor skills in a welcoming women-only environment.
Register here
Cincinnati Open
Lindner Family Tennis Center, August 5–18
World-class tennis tournament with entertainment and events, plus fine food and drink options. It is the oldest tennis tournament in the United States still played in its original city.
Single session and full series tickets now available
NightLight 513
Covington Plaza
21+ outdoor movie series featuring a bar, local food trucks, a pre-movie DJ, and Cincinnati skyline view.
August 7: School of Rock
August 28: Miss Congeniality
September 11: Wolf of Wall Street
October 2: Wicked
October 3: The Shining
Charm at the Farm
Lebanon, August 15–17
Open-air vintage market featuring 115+ local and regional artisans purveying vintage and handmade items, repurposed furniture, jewelry, clothing, home decor, gifts. There will also be food options, drinks, and entertainment.
Summer Riding Camp Sign-Ups
Derbyshire Stables in Camp Dennison, weekly through August 18–22 (9a–1p)
Registration for weekly summer horseback riding camps is now available for ages 8+. In addition to riding, campers will learn about horse care, their equipment and the tasks in a barn. On Friday, friends and family are invited to an exhibition show to watch their riders show off their new skills.
Cincinnati Magazine presents On the Rocks 2025
Newport Car Barn, August 21, 6–9p
Annual celebration of spirits and cocktails, complete with celebrity bartenders, celebrity DJ, tasting lounges, and more.
Tickets
Dive-In Movie
Ziegler Park Pool, 7:30–11p (movie begins at dusk)
One-of-a-kind cinematic experience. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Small inflatables will be allowed. Registration required.
August 22: Mama Mia!
September 5: Shark Tales
Tickets
Tour de CROWN
Three route options, all beginning and ending at Fifty West Brewing, August 23
Organized by Tri-State Trails, this community event is perfect for riders of all abilities and features a ride with rest stops, trail support, and post-ride fun; Tour de CROWN Expo; and more.
Register here
1940s Day
Cincinnati Museum Center, September 6, 10a–5p
Travel back in time to the era of Big Band music for a day of classic cars, costume contest, live music, tours led by Cincinnati Heritage Programs, and more.
Free for members or included with museum admission
Tower A tours require an additional ticket. Check back here for details.
Cincy Brews for Brains
Braxton Covington, September 25, 6–8p
The Giving Voice Foundation’s signature fall event (since 2017) featuring an evening of local bites, six-beer tasting, Photo Booth, apps, pretzel bar—all in a casual atmosphere while supporting a great cause.
Tickets
Tacos and Tequila Festival
Florence Y’alls Stadium, October 4
Tacos, tequila, and throwbacks featuring Lil Jon, Bow Wow & Soulja Boy, Chamillionaire, Paul Wall, Mike Jones, and more.
America’s River Roots Festival
Cincinnati and NKY Riverfronts, October 8–12
Celebrating the vibrant culture of America’s river cities to kick off America’s 250th birthday in 2026. Tickets to come for cuisine and beverage experiences.
Tickets now available for:
Live Music headlined by Mt. Joy, Weezer, and Maren Morris
Riverboat Cruises including lunch, brunch, dinner, late night, sightseeing and more
25th Annual Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market
Sharonville Convention Center, November 7–9
220+ vendors, including new vendors, as well as extended hours.
Save $1 buying tickets online
16 Greater Cincinnati Restaurants Where You Can Get a Meal for $16 or Less [citybeat.com]
29 Greater Cincinnati Restaurants Open for Late-Night Eats [citybeat.com]
The Best Wings in Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers [citybeat.com]
A Beverly Hills Hotel-Inspired Boutique for Book Lovers is Opening in Madisonville [citybeat.com]
Celebrating 250 Years of American Civic Architecture at the CMC [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Cincinnati Is—Once Again—Named in the Top 10 for Parks in the US [tpl.org]
Cincinnati’s New Convention District to Feature 700-Room Marriott Hotel by 2028 [wlwt.com]
Cincinnati’s Parks Boasted Trees, Flowers, Birds—and a Lot of Public Spooning [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Columbus-Based Brassica to Open First Greater Cincinnati Location [citybeat.com]
Contemporary Arts Center Launches Series of Rotating Restaurant Pop-Ups [citybeat.com]
Metropole Names New Executive Chef, Debuts New Menu [citybeat.com]
The Mystique of JP Ball, Cincinnati’s First Black Photographer, Still Endures [cincinnatimagazine.com]
New Docuseries Will Take Tennis Fans Behind the Scenes of the Cincinnati Open [citybeat.com]
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park Unveils New Immersive Audio Experience, ‘Soundscapes’ [citybeat.com]
Silverton Soul Food Restaurant to Relocate to College Hill [citybeat.com]
Study: Great American Ball Park is One of the Best Stadiums for Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse [citybeat.com]
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