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Dates to Know in Cincinnati: August 2026
June, July, and August
7th Annual Cincinnati Favorites Blood Drive Tour
Save a life this summer and celebrate all things Cincinnati. Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, and Cincinnati’s food staples come together once again this summer to celebrate lifesaving blood donors during the annual Cincinnati Favorites Blood Drive Tour. Stops include Aglamesis Bro’s, The BonBonerie, Busken Bakery, Graeter’s Ice Cream, LaRosa’s, Montgomery Inn, and Skyline Chili. Click here for the full summer schedule.
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.
Traveler’s Table
1011 S Fort Thomas Avenue
A new restaurant concept in Fort Thomas, replacing Grassroots & Vine with an entirely new dining experience.: where guests can “Travel the World Without Leaving the Table.” Every meal celebrates the flavors, cultures, and stories of destinations around the world.
$3 Off All of August
Take $3 off tickets to LEGO® Jurassic World: The Exhibition at the Cincinnati Museum Center (online only).
Guide to Greater Cincinnati Farmers Markets
Tuesday
Grand Opening
Alcove Summit Park
Day One: Cincinnati Open
Lindner Family Tennis Center
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. Through August 23.
Tickets
Shakespeare in the Park: Much Ado About Nothing
Mt Storm Park, 7p
Free and open to the public
Wednesday
Free Wednesday Fun
Beech Acres Park, 10a
Cincinnati Circus magic and juggling show. Rescheduled from June 26.
Free admission
Toddler Storytime in the Nature PlayScape
Cincinnati Nature Center, 10–10:30a
Each week till have a new nature topic with movements, songs, and read nature-themed books.
No registration necessary for this drop-in program. Members free; nonmembers pay daily admission at the gate.
$5 Burger Wednesdays
Arnolds Bar & Grill
Burgers, desserts, and Sam Adams American Light available for just $5 each. There is also live bluegrass on Wednesdays from 6 to 8.
Thursday
Coworking Premiere Screening
Union Hall, 6:30–9:30p
Exclusive screening of the first episodes of Coworking Season 1 at Union Hall, where the series was filmed. Meet the cast, crew, partners, and community; live Q&As; behind-the-scenes videos; musical performances; Rhinegeist beer; bites; and networking with fellow creatives, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals in Cincinnati.
RSVP here
Shakespeare in the Park: Much Ado About Nothing
Rose Garden at Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum, 7p
Free and open to the public
Films at the Factory: Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
Braxton Factory 52, 7:30–10p
Movie night at the greenspace. Bring your own blanket.
Free admission
Thursday–Sunday
38th Annual Midwest Black Family Reunion
Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove
Four-day event celebration of the historic strengths and values of the Black family, featuring free events such as a job fair, parade, speakers, concerts, and opportunities to support local Black-owned businesses.
Great Inland Seafood Festival
Newport’s Festival Park on the Levee
Full weekend of live music and seafood from local vendors.
Free admission
Friday
Reds Freebie Friday
Braxton Covington, Braxton Factory 52, and Braxton Union, 5p
The first 100 guests in each taproom at 5p will walk away with a free Ballpark Beer baseball hat.
Family Fun Friday
Rapid Run Park, 6–8p
Games, activities, performance by Miss Joanie, and stations for crafting with the Cincinnati Art Museum and decorating tiles for the park. Win a $25 gift card to a participating Burger Week restaurant.
Free admission
Free and open to the public
Shakespeare in the Park: Much Ado About Nothing
Ault Park, 7p
Free and open to the public
Friday and Saturday
Charm at the Farm
Lebanon
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.
Tickets
Saturday
The City Flea
Washington Park, 10a–4p
Cincinnati’s original curated urban flea market that considers itself a small business incubator, community organization, and city advocate.
Free admission
City2City Card Show
Eastgate Mall, 10a–6p
Monthly trading card and sports memorabilia event featuring hundreds of vendor tables (sports cards, Pokémon, and other TCGs) and hourly giveaways—taking place in center court and spanning multiple mall corridors.
Free admission and free parking
Back to School Storytime
The Bookery, 10:30a
All kids are welcome, particularly new preschoolers and kindergartners.
Free admission
End of Summer 90s Party
Wandering Monsters, 11a
Four all-new gluten free sours, t-shirt drop that’s totally radical, tubular stickers, and ultra-limited glassware. 90s gear encouraged.
Free admission
Oktoberfest
Grainworks Brewing Company, 11a
Live music, food, fun, and games.
Back to School Bash
Fifty West Wooster Pike, 11a–9p
Waterslide, foam pit, dunk tank, face painting, food special, ducks from Longbottom Bird Rescue, and more.
Free admission
Brew Bash
Rhinegeist Brewery Signature Room + Lounge Private Spaces, 4:30–10:30p
One-night, festival0style showcase featuring 12 live bands and DIY artists from around the Tri-State. Hosted by Rhinegeist in partnership with Clinically Cliche and Tried & True Records. Beverages will be available for purchase.
$15 admission; all ages
Sunset Skate
Riverfront Rink, 7–10p
Daddy Daughter Skate Night with Mike on the Mic
Free admission and rental skates with ID; beverages and snacks available for purchase
Sunday
Fifth Third Community Days
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, 10a–5p
Featuring a Pop Up Planetarium by Cincinnati Observatory.
Free admission to the museum on the fifth and third Sundays of the month.
Bengals Training Camp
Kettering Health Practice Fields, 10–11:45a (gates at 9:30)
Open to the public with free admission.
Ice Cream & Opera
The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum, 4p
Cincinnati Opera in the community
Free admission
Shakespeare in the Park: Much Ado About Nothing
Harry Whiting Brown Community Center (Glendale), 7p
Free and open to the public
7 Picnic in the Park Pairings
Sports
Florence Y’alls vs. Lake Erie Crushers
Thomas More Stadium
Tuesday at 6:52p $2 Tuesday
Wednesday at 6:51p Wrestlin’ Wednesday
Thursday at 6:54p Thirsty Thursday
Leagues Cup Round One
FC Cincinnati v Atlas
TQL Stadium
Tuesday at 8p
54 MLS vs. LIGA MX matches over nine days of competition
Watch: Apple TV; Listen: ESPN1530
Preseason Week One
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Detroit Lions
Paycor Stadium
Thursday at 7p
Watch: Fox 19; Listen: ESPN 1530, 700 WLW, 102.7 WEBN
Cincinnati Reds vs. Miami Marlins
Great American Ball Park
Friday at 6:10p Fireworks Friday; Veterans and Military Appreciation Day
Saturday at 6:40p HP Night
Sunday at 1:40p Run the Bases Day
Watch: Reds TV; Listen: 700 WLW
Florence Y’alls vs. Schaumburg Boomers
Thomas More Stadium
Friday at 7:03p Pirates and Princesses Night
Saturday at 6:36p Latin Heritage Night and Rockin’ Saturday
Sunday at 1:07p Family Sunday + Bark in the Park
Ongoing
Free Daily Public Tours
Cincinnati Art Museum
Tuesday–Sunday, 1p
Thursday, 6:30p
Free admission
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
Now Showing at the OMNIMAX®
Arctic: Our Frozen Planet
Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch
T.Rex
Cincinnati Museum Center’s Dinosaur Hall and paleontologist Dr. Glenn Storrs make a cameo in a special version of T. REX, screening only at Cincinnati Museum Center’s OMNIMAX® Theater.
Tuesday OMNIMAX® Classics
12:30p
Click here to view the schedule of different classics showing each week.
Recurring
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri
FSQ Eats
Fountain Square, 11a–2p
Food trucks daily (except Tuesdays) on the Square.
Through October 30
Monday
Free Movies for Kids
Esquire and Kenwood Theatres, 10:30a
Every Monday and Wednesday morning through August 26, featuring a different movie each week.
First-come, first-served tickets at the box office, day of the show (no tickets available online)
Kids Crew
The Lawn at Newport on the Levee, 11a
Weekly event for littles featuring a new organization and theme for each week.
Free admission
Girls Night
Cinful Eats
Girl Dinner special for just $20.
Tuesday
Pop-Up Play
Washington Park, 11a–1p
Games, adventures, craft projects and more. Weekly through September 1.
Strauss Troy Market
Fountain Square, 11a–2p
Alfresco lunch hour featuring live music and local food trucks.
Every Tuesday through October 27
Field Games on the Lawn
Ziegler Park, 5–7p
All games are free and open to kids of all ages. Jump into a variety of casual sports like soccer, flag football, and more. Until August 25.
No registration required
Jazz at the Square
Fountain Square, 5–8p
Local and regional acts every Tuesday through October 27.
Free and open to the public
Cinema Tuesdays
Washington Park, 9–11p
Free admission
Wednesday
Free Movies for Kids
Esquire and Kenwood Theatres, 10:30a
Every Monday and Wednesday morning through August 26, featuring a different movie each week.
First-come, first-served tickets at the box office, day of the show (no tickets available online)
Analog Hours
Fable Cafe, 3–6p
Go offline after hours at Fable Cafe—no laptops and limited phone use; with a board game, craft, book, card, or something else. Bring your own or borrow theirs.
Wednesdays in the Woods
Burnet Woods, 7–9p
Music, food, drink, art, and community. Hosted by the Clifton Cultural Arts Center. Weekly through August 12.
Free admission
Thursday
Art Play
Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30a
Hands-on art making activities and yoga. Drop in spaces are available. Designed for children ages 2–6 and their parents or caregivers. (Older and younger siblings are welcome.)
$5 per child / Free for CAC Members or families with a valid SNAP or food assistance card (EBT)
Free Ziegler Workouts
Ziegler Park, 5–7p
5–6p: Shuffle Dancing
6–7p: Rollerskating with Next Level Skate School
Through October 29
Roots Revival
Washington Park, 6p
Thursdays through September 3.
Free admission
Rockin’ the Roebling
Lager House Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 6–9:30p
Live music featuring local and regional acts every Thursday through September 10.
Free and open to the public; view the music lineup here
Femme Frequency
Nice Life OTR, 8–10p
Recurring nightlife experience that blends music, movement, and creative expression; highlighting a rotating lineup of femme-forward artists, makers, and performers, concluding with a set by DJ Ruze.
21+
Friday
Westwood Rising: Summer STEAM Program
Westwood Town Hall, 10:30–11:30a
Summer program designed to expand access to creative learning for youth in Cincinnati’s largest neighborhood, featuring arts-integrated STEAM classes for summer campers and other neighborhood children ages 5–12. Fridays through August 14 (except June 19 and July 3).
Free
Pop Up Play
Ziegler Park, 3–5p
Games, adventures, craft projects, and more with a different organization each week.
Free admission, through October 2
Step by Step Dance Class
Fountain Square, 5–8p
Learn a new dance technique each week. For all ages and skill levels.
Free admission
Summer Music on the Rooftop
Braxton Covington, 7–11p
Live music and DJs every Friday and Saturday through September 26.
Free admission
Free Movie Night
Patrick’s Park (College Hill), 8:30p (movie begins at dusk)
Fridays through August 28.
Free admission (concessions available for purchase)
Saturday
Saturday Hoops
Ziegler Park, 10a–1p
Volunteers connect one-on-one with kids through a variety of activities, such as crafts, basketball, speakers, reading, yoga, and more.
Free admission, through September 12
Rec @ Nite
Saturday Nights at four CRC locations, 5–10p
Summer teen program serving ages 12–17, complete with activities like theme nights, food trucks, live DJ sets, art creation, barbers and nail techs, sports, open swims, and more.
Free admission
Fifth & Vine Live
Fountain Square, 7–10p
Cover and tribute bands from across the region every Saturday through October 3.
Free and open to the public
Summer Music on the Rooftop
Braxton Covington, 7–11p
Live music and DJs every Friday and Saturday through September 26.
Free admission
Sunday
Workouts on the Plaza
Elm Street Plaza, 11a–1p
Featuring yoga with Brandi Bee.
Free
Yoga
Riverfront Rink, 1–1:45p
Beginner friendly full body flow with Marie Asbury of Soaring Soul Wellness. Weekly through October 11.
Free
Learn to Skate
Riverfront Rink, 2–5p
Beginner friendly rollerskating lesson to build balance, coordination, and confidence while making new friends and moving to music.
Free skating and rental
Yoga & Meditation
Eden Park, 3p
Every Sunday through October 11.
Free admission
through August 22
Big Tent
FotoFocus Center (228 E Liberty Street)
The launch of its first permanent home in Cincinnati—a 14,700 sq ft, purpose-built space for exhibitions and year-round programming, featuring its inaugural exhibition Big Tent, on exhibition through August 22.
through August 23
The Complete Works of Jane Austen
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 7:30p
through August 29
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 30
Gee Horton: Chapter 4, In Another Lifetime
Contemporary Arts Center
Through large-scale photorealist drawings, photography, collage, video, and installation, local artist Gee Horton reflects on Black masculinity, generational memory, and childhood, exploring themes of safety, vulnerability, and the fragile boundary between freedom and protection.
Michael Stillion: And then it was flowers
Contemporary Arts Center
Exploring the human condition through emotionally charged, visually layered compositions, featuring recent paintings, works on paper, ceramic sculptures, and an animation.
Seas the Summer
Newport Aquarium
Pick up your FREE Summer Bucket List and set off on a journey through 10 themed experiences throughout the aquarium. Each gallery brings a classic summer experience to life, creating unforgettable moments for explorers of all ages.
Included in aquarium admission
through October 18
Yayoi Kusama: All the Eternal Love I Have for Pumpkins
Cincinnati Art Museum, 11a
All the Eternal Love I Have for the Pumpkins illustrates Kusama’s characteristic themes, including infinity, the sublime, and obsessive repetition. Tickets are available online only and are released one month prior to your visit date.
Check back often to reserve yours
through January 4, 2027
LEGO® Jurassic World: The Exhibition
Featuring more than 50 massive dinosaurs, iconic scenes, and interactive props made from over six million LEGO® bricks. You can also build your own LEGO scene and add your own plate to a communal mystery mosaic. On view through January 4, 2027.
Exhibition ticket required
Tickets and Registration for Future Events
Apply to be a participant in BLINK’s Opening Ceremony on October 8
Submissions end on September 11
Int/Advanced Workshop: Contemporary Workshop
Coomer Classique, 1641 Blue Rock Street (Northside), August 3–7, 12–4p
Contemporary partnering and composition.
Cincinnati Open
Lindner Family Tennis Center, August 11–23
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.
Tickets
Western Prom
The Clubhouse at Rhinegeist, August 14, 7:30–11:30p
Two step and waltz lesson, line dancing and swing dancing all night long, prom court, specialty drinks, photo booth and photo ops, local vendors, and Western inspired attire encouraged.
Tickets
Charm at the Farm
Lebanon, August 14–15
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.
Tickets
12th Annual Margarita Madness
Purple People Bridge, August 21, 5:30–8:30p
Sample signature margaritas and light bites from some of Cincinnati’s iconic bars and restaurants, then cast your vote for the People’s Choice Best Margarita. Music by White Lighter, Floyd and the Walkmen, and DJ Boywife.
Tickets
Music Under the Moon
Krippendorf Lodge at Cincinnati Nature Center, August 21, 7–10p
Summer concert series featuring Gina & Johnny Band. There will also be a food truck with food for purchase, as well as wine, beer, and a signature foraged cocktail available for purchase.
21+; tickets
Tower A Tours
Cincinnati Museum Center, August 22, 10:30–11:15a | 12–12:45p | 1:30–2:15p
Cincinnati Heritage Programs invites you to visit Union Terminal’s Tower A, the command center for the daily 216 trains that brought thousands of travelers safely in and out of Union Terminal. Today, the room overlooks the active intermodal yard which brings cargo containers to our region. This tour is not ADA accessible and is recommended for ages 10+.
Tickets
Music & Movement
Little Minds, August 23, 10a
Bilingual experience with live music, interactive songs, music and movement, musical instruments, sensory play, stay & play after the session. Designed for little ones ages 6 months–3 years.
$28 per child
Dive-In Movie: Anaconda (2025)
Ziegler Pool, August 28, doors at 7:30 (movie at dusk)
Movie screening while swimming/floating in the water.
Tickets
Bombshell: Sapphic and Trans Pool Party
Ziegler Park Pool, September 3, 7–10p
Drinks, cannon ball contest, and music. Hosted by Midwestern Lesbian.
Tickets
2026 Harvest Home Fair
Harvest Home Park, September 10–13
Parade (Thursday at 6p), live entertainment, food, rides and games, agricultural exhibits, and family fun for all ages. Proceeds from admission go right back into supporting the community.
Tickets
Music Under the Moon
Krippendorf Lodge at Cincinnati Nature Center, September 11, 7–10p
Summer concert series featuring Jim Trace & The Makers. There will also be a food truck with food for purchase, as well as wine, beer, and a signature foraged cocktail available for purchase. Other dates: July 24 and September 11 (ticket links at their respective dates).
21+; tickets
10th Annual Brews for Brains
Braxton Covington, September 24, 6:30–9p
An evening of craft beer, food, music, and rooftop views in support of the Giving Voice Foundation, which provides free programs that bring connection, education, and support to individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.
Tickets
CMC After Hours: Halloween Edition
Cincinnati Museum Center, October 22, 7–10p
21+ night at the museum, complete with themed programming and interactive experiences. Food and drinks available for purchase; costumes encouraged.
Tickets
Vintage Market Days of Dayton-Cincinnati
“Collected & Curated”
Greene County Fairgrounds (Xenia), October 23–25
Upscale, vintage-inspired, indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, vintage, furniture, boutique clothing, jewelry, handmade goods, home décor, food trucks, seasonal plantings, and more.
Tickets
OMNIMAX® Dinner Dates
Cincinnati Museum Center, 6:30p
November 20: T.Rex
CMC’s take on an immersive “dinner and a date,” complete with a themed three-course menu (guiding you with the tools and skills to cook through it together). Registration includes cooking demonstration and OMNIMAX® screening.
21+
New To Do
Island Frydays
5920 Hamilton Avenue
After two years, Island Frydays, a longtime restaurant dishing up Jamaican cuisine, has reopened a new bar and lounge in the heart of College Hill.
The Monarch House
1833 Sycamore Street
Coffee shop in an historic flatiron building.
Concorde Restaurant
4925 Whetsel Avenue
Tuesday–Thursday, 4-10p
Friday–Saturday, 4-11p
Elevated cuisine and thoughtfully curated wine and cocktails from a European-inspired menu.
Walk-ins welcome. You can also make reservations by calling (513) 790-4486
Hive & Comb
1235 Chase Avenue
Longtime local farmers market merchant is opening a storefront with honey, beekeeping equipment, balms, soaps, lotion bars, candles, and fresh bee pollen.
Madi’s Thrift Shoppe
5081 Glencrossing Way
Every purchase directly supports Madi’s House, a mental health hangout for recovering young adults.
Sublime Wine
Westwood’s natural wine bar.
3109 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
Tuesday–Thursday, 11a–7p, Friday–Saturday, 11a–8p
Skyline Chili Fountain Square
Skyline’s flagship location with 200 seats, 20-person bar, event room, merch shop, and exclusive menu items (including all day breakfast) will be open seven days a week from 8a to 10p.
Dis Und Dat
124 W Liberty Street
German variety store selling both novelties and everyday essentials—everything from newsboy caps and beer steins to umbrellas and candy.
Ferns & Fables
226 Front Street (New Richmond)
Books, plants, photography
Grand Opening
FotoFocus Center (228 E Liberty Street)
The launch of its first permanent home in Cincinnati—a 14,700 sq ft, purpose-built space for exhibitions and year-round programming, featuring its inaugural exhibition Big Tent, on exhibition through August 22.
The Lonely Pine Steakhouse
Re-opened under chef ownership
THE ROLL
1426 Race Street
Cinnamon rolls (baked fresh daily) and coffee.
Cincinnati Named a Top City for Recreation wallethub.com
Downtown Hotel’s Restaurant Recognized as One of the World’s Best Wine Spots citybeat.com
Former BrewDog Space to Embrace its New Double Life citybeat.com
Jeffery Harris to Revive His New Orleans Restaurant in New Pendleton Location citybeat.com
MadTree Opens Fourth Location in Summit Park Next Week citybeat.com
Northside Yacht Club Named One of USA TODAY’s Best Bars usatoday.com
When Two Cincinnati Madams Fought, a Sugar Daddy Got Caught in the Middle cincinnatimagazine.com
