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July 1–31
Disability Pride Month
Accessibility helps to reduce and overcome barriers that people with disabilities might face in everyday life. Accessibility means making information, activities, and/or environments sensible, meaningful, and usable for as many people as possible. Click here for a list of local places and organizations that notably provide accessible experiences for people of all abilities.
Cincinnati Reds Hawaiian Shirt Donor Gift
All blood and platelet donors who donate at any of Hoxworth’s seven Neighborhood Donor Centers and select mobile blood drives during July will receive an exclusive Cincinnati Reds Hawaiian Shirt as a thank you.
July 6–19
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Playhouse in the Park
Using contemporary music, powerful choreography, and personal stories to spread a message of Heart, Humanity, and Hope. Through July 19.
Tickets
through July 21
Gazillion Bubble Show
Kings Island, daily showtimes vary and are available on the Kings Island app
Extended by popular demand through July 21, this interactive bubble show combines the beauty of bubble artistry, the wonders of soapy science and interactive musical fun for the whole family.
Included with park admission; great for all ages
Wednesday–Saturday
Hamilton County Community Fair
Stricker’s Grove
Stricker’s Grove is open to the public all four days and includes rides, animals, still displays, food, and entertainment. Picnic meals and coolers are permitted to be brought into the fair. No alcohol or dogs allowed onto the grounds.
One price admission includes unlimited rides
Thursday
Smale Family Fun Day
Smale Riverfront Park, 10a–1p
Bounce houses, puppet shows, petting zoos, live music, and free ice cream.
Braille Ale Release Party
West Side Brewing, 5p
Cheers to five years of Braille Ale (Raspberry Gove), a WSB X CABVI collaboration brew created to spark conversation around inclusivity and accessibility for those who are blind or visually impaired. A portion of proceeds supports CABVI’s mission. Featuring Catch-a-Fire Pizza specials, games, and giveaways. Event and trivia at 7 both hosted by local DJ, Natalie Jones.
The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century
Cincinnati Art Museum, 5:30–7:30p
A soulful soiree curated experience, The Culture explores the transformation of contemporary art and material culture through the collision of hip hop, technology, and the marketplace. Presented by The Voice of Black Cincinnati.
Free admission
Summer Music Series: Mikaylah Rose
HighGrain Brentwood, 6–9p
Summit Cinema: Princess Bride (PG)
Summit Park, dusk
Bring your blanket and settle in on the Great Lawn for a movie. Popcorn will be available for free (while supplies last).
Friday
Free Build Friday
Happy Hangout, 9a–5p
Legos and Magnatiles will be available in the small party room for little minds to freely create.
Included in two-hour play ticket admission
Grand Opening
Underdog’s Almost Famous Wieners, 12p
Launch day specials, limited edition merchandise, games, and entertainment. Underdog’s is a no-frills, easygoing hot dog joint inside Swine City Brewing.
Rapid Run Family Fridays
Rapid Run Park, 6–8p
An evening of nature and art with painting, board games, and yard games. My Why Farm Market will be onsite, too.
Burgers & Brews
Lake Isabella, 6–9p
Live music and grill out on the deck of Lake Isabella’s Boathouse, while enjoying peaceful views of the lake and live music for free. Burgers, hot dogs, and beverages will be available for guests to purchase.
Cones & Brews: Ice Cream and Beer Pop-up
Braxton Union, 6–9p
Braxton’s mobile beer truck will be at Graeter’s in Union. Bring a chair to enjoy some ice cream and beer.
Opening Night: FREE Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet
Flagship Park (Erlanger), 7p
ASL-interpreted performance of Hamlet by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company. More than 30 FREE performances will go through September 1.
Free and open to the public. There are no ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Friday–Sunday
Meet Me at Main: Library Reopening
CHPL Main Library
Family friendly events all weekend long, including ribbon cutting Friday at 10, guided tours, food trucks, live, music, crafts, and SO much more.
Saturday
Deaf Day in POMPEII: The Exhibition
Cincinnati Museum Center, 10a–2p
Interpreters from Cincinnati State’s Interpreter Training Program will be onsite for ASL interpreted tours.
Rock, Fossil, and Artifact Identification Day
Archaeological Research Institute, 10a–2p
Bring in your artifacts, rocks, and fossils to have them identified and recorded by a professional, plus learn how to get involved with local archaeology, upcoming research, and meet the team.
Hamilton Flea
Marcum Park, 10a–4p
Curated urban flea market in downtown Hamilton. support local artisans, grab a beverage from our beer booth and eat from stellar food trucks.
New Wing Grand Opening
American Sign Museum, 10a–4p
See the new signs, storefronts, and spaces as the Sign Museum reveals 20,000 square feet of additional exhibition space.
The OFF Market
Summit Park, 10a–4p
Monthly marketplace bringing together small businesses, artisans, brewers, bakers, farmers, and more.
Summer Sip & Shop
The Painted Tree Cincinnati, 10a–8p
Mocktails, treats, music, sales, and shopping.
Summer Sip & Shop
The Painted Tree Crestview Hills, 10a–8p
Mocktails, treats, music, sales, and shopping.
Family Festival: Art Block Party
Contemporary Arts Center, (Creativity Center) 11a–2p
Celebrate community-focused artwork and create alongside local artists. Featuring food to snack on, summer games and activities, science projects, and more.
45th Birthday Party
Blue Marble, 11a–3p
Mermaid storytime, crafts, games, face painting, and Lasang Pinoy food truck.
$5
8th Anniversary Celebration
Darkness Brewing, 12p
Live music from noon to 10, extra taps with special anniversary beers, special Mayan burger of the month, and make your own tie dye Darkness t-shirt.
Family Fun Days
MLK Jr Park, 12–4p
Inflatable games, yard games, face painting, balloon artists, live music, and more. Presented by Cincinnati Parks Foundation.
Free
Grand Opening
Delhi Towne Square, 3–8p
Ribbon cutting, live music, facility tours, student art exhibition, Cincinnati Circus, touch-a-truck, games and giveaways, and more.
Pre-Match at the Park
Washington Park, 4p
Music and family-friendly activities, food trucks, and beverages and drink specials served at the Porch. Then march with supporters groups from the park to TQL Stadium.
Westwood Second Saturdays: Revive
Westwood Town Hall, 5–10p
Food trucks and vendors, beverages, activities, and live entertainment, plus Westwood Idol, a community-based talent competition.
FREE Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet
Keehner Park (West Chester), 7p
Audio described performance of Hamlet by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Free and open to the public. There are no ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Sunday
Wimbledon Experience
Washington Park, 9a–1p
Strawberries and cream cuisine, Link x Lou pop-up, fresh florals and interactive tennis activations, livestream of the Wimbledon Men’s Championship match, music from DJ e-trayn, and several family-friendly pop-ups and photo ops.
Sunday Funday
Newberry Bros. Coffee, 10a–12p
Second Sunday on Main: 20th Anniversary Celebration
Main Street OTR, 12–5p
Vibrant arts and music programming, diverse vendor market, and biergarten lounge while promoting the small businesses of Main Street. Featuring Kids Zone and Naked Karate Girls performing all day.
Yapps at Japps
Japps Since 1879, 12–10p
Socialize with your four-legged friends on the outdoor patios. Specials include $1 Puppaccinos, $8 6 oz. Bar Dog Wine, $10 Salty Dog (Tito’s Handmade Vodka, grapefruit juice, and a salted rim).
The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
Taft Museum of Art, 11a–12:30p and 1:30–3p
Immersive, 90-minute interactive theater experience, including an assortment of sweet and savory bites alongside a selection of Churchill’s Fine Teas.
$45 for Taft members; $55 for nonmembers; $35 children (12 and under)
Salsa Sunday on the Rooftop
Braxton Covington, 1–3p
Free and open to all ages
Good People Festival
Southgate House Revival, 1–7p
One day family friendly music festival featuring vendors, music, and good people doing good things. Festival proceeds will benefit the Incubator Kitchen Collective.
FREE Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet
Washington Park, 6p
Performance of Hamlet by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Free and open to the public. There are no ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission.
Brady Block Parties: Price Hill Block Party
Dunham Park, 6p (concert at 7:30)
Brady Block Parties are FREE and all are welcome! They include music and art activations, activities for all ages, and a FREE cookout with a variety of food options, plus a popcorn and cotton candy machine.
Free
Upcoming
July 15–24: Cincinnati Burger Week
10-day event in honor of its 10th anniversary, featuring $7 burgers at restaurants around Greater Cincinnati.
July 16–18: Black Tech Week
Aronoff Center
Featuring Light Jazz Room
Contemporary Arts Center, 7–11:30p
Live performance by @bkodyssey, late-night muse access, the future of websites or entrepreneurs and creators, drinks, and more. A special night of music in collaboration with the holm team, celebrating the synergy between art and technology during Black Tech Week 2024.
through July 27
Cincinnati Opera’s 2024 Summer Festival
Music Hall
MainStage season enhanced by an expanded selection of Studio Sessions.
through August 18
Butterflies in Space
Krohn Conservatory
The 2024 Butterfly Show is inspired by the story of the caterpillars and butterflies taken to the International Space Station in 2009.
Making a ticket reservation online is preferred.
Weekly Events
Mondays
Kids Crew
The Lawn at Newport on the Levee, 11a
Free weekly adventures featuring face painters, storytellers, magicians, crafts, and more. Click here for a weekly lineup of activities. Through August 26.
Trivia Night
Fountain Square, 6–8p
Hosted by Last Call Trivia. Through October 14.
Jazz at the Park
Washington Park, 6–9p
Weekly through October 28.
Tuesdays
Strauss Troy Market
Fountain Square, 11a–1:30p
Al fresco lunch hour featuring live music and local food trucks.
April 2–October 1
Pop-Up Play
Washington Park, 4–6p
Games, adventures, craft projects, and more. Click link for weekly activity details.
Ziegler Workouts
Ziegler Park
5–6p: Yoga by Brandi
6–7p: From The Inside Out Motivational Fitness and Coaching
Through June. July lineup TBA.
Jazz at the Square
Fountain Square, 5–8p
Local and regional acts. Through October 8.
Free Fitness: Line Dancing with Erica
Summit Park (Canopy), 5:30p
June 4–September 24 (no class July 2)
Trivia Night
Washington Park, 7–9p
Hosted by Last Call Trivia. Through October 29.
Movies in the Park
Lawrenceburg Civic Park, dusk
Bring your lawn chair(s), picnic blanket, and snacks.
Weekly June 4–July 30
Wednesdays
Wednesday Morning Yoga
The Gatherall at Factory 52, 10:15–11a
Free yoga on the patio with Sage Hot Yoga.
Workout on the Green
Washington Park
5–5:45p: Dance Fitness Cardio & Yin Yogam Flow with Mecca Freeman
6–7p: Zumba led by Aida
April 3–October 30
Free Fitness: Hatha Yoga with Stacy
Summit Park (Great Lawn), 5:30p
May 8–September 25 (no class July 3)
The Cincinnati Opera will be accompanying Wednesday Yoga on June 12, July 10, August 7, and September 4.
Wellness on the Levee
The Plaza at Newport on the Levee, 6p
Relax and rejuvenate weekly with Newport Fitness. Through August 28.
Yappy Hour
Washington Park, 6–8p
First Wednesday of the month, April through October. (April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4, October 2)
Wild Card Wednesday
Center Stage at Factory 52, 6–9p
Weekly summer concert series.
May 29–September 4
Cinema
Ziegler Park, 8:30/9p–11p
Click the link for movie info and start time.
Through September 18.
Thursdays
Lunchbooks Storytelling Series
ArtsConnect (Springfield Twp), 11–11:30a
Bring a blanket or chair(s) and packed lunch to the courtyard of the Springfield Twp Arts Center, where books will be read by librarians from CHPL – College Hill, North Central, Wyoming, and Grosbeck branches. June 13–August 8
Free Fitness: Cultural Fusion Zumba with Jeaunita
Summit Park (Canopy), 5:30p
June 6–September 26 (no class July 4)
Rockin’ the Roebling
Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 6p
Summer concert series every Thursday presented by Moerlein Lager House.
May 16–August 29
Live on the Levee
The Plaza at Newport on the Levee, 7p
Performances by local bands. Through August 29.
Roots Revival
Washington Park, 7–9p
An evening of live Bluegrass, Roots, and Americana music at Washington Park’s bandstand.
May 30–August 29
Salsa on the Square
Fountain Square, 7–10p
May 2–September 26
Fridays
Pop Up Play
Ziegler Park, 3–5p
Games, adventures, craft projects, and more. Through September.
Skills N Drills: Kid-friendly basketball skills (ages 4–10) on the basketball courts
WordPlay: storytelling through writing, performance, and visual arts
CAC Art Lab: free drop-in artmaking for young adults
Fretboard Fridays
Center Stage at Factory 52, 6–9p
Free concerts on the green.
May 31–August 30
Friday Flow
Washington Park, 7–10p
13 weeks of rich rhythms and melodies of R&B music.
May 31–August 30
Indie Fridays powered by Cincy Music
Fountain Square, 7–10p
Fridays through October 11.
Sundays
Free Fitness: Power Yoga with Body Alive
Summit Park (Great Lawn), 9a
June 2–September 29
Free Fitness: Hip Hop Zumba with Lori
Summit Park (Canopy), 10:15a
June 2–September 29
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
Sports
Cincinnati Reds vs. Miami Marlins
Three-game series at GABP
Friday at 7:10p (City Connect Fridays)
Saturday at 4:10p (Reds sticker sheet)
Sunday at 1:40p (Reds beach towel)
Watch: Bally Sports; Listen: 700 WLW
Followed by the All-Star Break: July 15–18
Reds’ Elly De La Cruz Selected for 2024 All-Star Game [mlb.com]
FC Cincinnati vs. Charlotte
TQL Stadium
Saturday at 7:30p
Watch: FS1, Apple TV; Listen: Fox Sports 1360
Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click on the link for more information.
New To Do
Kids’ Town
The Children’s Museum at Cincinnati Museum Center
Kids’ Town, a vibrant, park-themed early literacy gallery in The Children’s Museum helps to promote literacy through play by inviting kids and adults to explore letters, words, and sounds together.
Oakley Greens
36 holes of mini golf, full service bars, clubhouse kitchen kiosk ordering, rentable cabanas, kids play area, private party room. Ice cream shop open 12–9p daily.
3065 Vandercar Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
Parks Passport
Great Parks
Explore our natural destinations in Hamilton County, engage with Great Parks’ interpreters and discover new outdoor adventures along the way. Pick up a FREE passport at Visitor Centers in Glenwood Gardens, Miami Whitewater Forest, Sharon Woods, Woodland Mound, or Winton Woods. You can also order online.
CM Uncorked
Cincinnati Magazine’s monthly wine club. Each subscription comes with 4 hand selected wines from all over the world. Boxes are hand delivered monthly to your door, or can be picked up locally at Urban Stead in East Walnut Hills.
Current Museum Exhibitions
through July 28, 2024
POMPEII: The Exhibition
Cincinnati Museum Center
Through 150 artifacts, POMPEII: The Exhibition tells the tale of a city hidden from view and forgotten for centuries.
Not included in museum admission. Exhibition ticket required.
Cincinnati Art Museum
The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century
Cincinnati Art Museum Western & Southern Galleries
Ticketed exhibition. See the exhibition for free on Thursday nights from 5–8p; during Art After Dark on June 28, July 26, August 30, and September 27 from 5–9p; during the Cincinnati Music Festival weekend from July 25–27; and on CAM Kids Day on Saturday, August 3.
Click here to view several current and ongoing exhibitions.
Contemporary Arts Center
Click here to view several current and ongoing exhibitions.
Taft Museum of Art
Click here to view several current and ongoing exhibitions.
NOW SHOWING at The OMNIMAX®
Cincinnati Museum Center
Blue Whales: Return of the Giants
Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation
OMNIMAX® ticket required
Tickets Now Available For
Cincinnati Opera’s 2024 Summer Festival
June 13–July 27, Music Hall
MainStage season enhanced by an expanded selection of Studio Sessions.
Artworks Black Art Walk Tour
July 20, blaCk Coffee Lounge, 10–11:30a
Immersive exploration of public art celebrating Cincinnati’s African American art history, showcasing murals of iconic figures like blues pioneer Mammie Smith, heavyweight champion Ezzard Charles, and the legendary performer James Brown—a captivating blend of history and contemporary artistry, celebrating the profound impact of Black artists on Cincinnati’s cultural landscape.
$15
The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
July 21, Taft Museum of Art, 11a–12:30p and 1:30–3p
Immersive, 90-minute interactive theater experience, including an assortment of sweet and savory bites alongside a selection of Churchill’s Fine Teas.
$45 for Taft members; $55 for nonmembers; $35 children (12 and under)
Posh Picnic Early Bird Tickets
July 17, Peterloon Estate (Indian Hill), 6–9p
Elegant evening picnic at the historic Peterloon Estate, featuring sample goodies from area restaurants, cocktails and cocktails, access to lawn games (including croquet), and offsite parking with shuttle service.
Rooftop Brunch
July 21, August 4, August 18, Rhinegeist, 10a–12p
Each $45 ticket includes a brunch buffet, coffee, mimosas, beermosas, beer, cider, rooftop views of the Queen City, and more.
21+
Symphony Under the Stars
July 24, Braxton Brewing Company, 7–10p
Live music with two 40-minute sets performed by the acclaimed @StringSource_Cincinnati. Your ticket includes access to the private rooftop event, charcuterie, light bites, and two drink tickets.
Charm at the Farm Vintage Market
August 16–18, Lebanon
Open air vintage market experience featuring local artisans purveying rustic gifts, furniture, and home decor. There will also be food trucks, a photo booth experience, and more.
Tickets
HOMEARAMA 2024
August 24–September 8, The Reserves at Stone Pillars Farm (Goshen Twp)
Six luxury homes by six local builders, as well as vendors and events throughout the two-week-long show (e.g. VIP weekend, car show & bourbon tasting, pet adoption day, meet the designers, Food Truck Saturday, and more).
Tickets
18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon: Our Parks Add More
October 4, Smale Riverfront Park
Guests are treated to a champagne reception followed by a gourmet luncheon. To date, the event has raised more than $4 million in support of Cincinnati Parks. Presented by the Women’s Committee of Cincinnati Parks.
Aglamesis to Open New Location in Hamilton [citybeat.com]
Celebrate Hip Hop Culture at the Cincinnati Art Museum [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Cincinnati Musem Center Buys Former Heidelberg Campus for $15 million [bizjournals.com]
Cincinnati Named Third Best City for a Staycation in the US [wallethub.com]
Damar Hamlin Pauses Cincinnati Trivia Game to Praise Jeff Ruby: ‘He Took Good Care of Me’ [cincinnati.com]
Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market Announces Venue for 2024 and 2025 Events [citybeat.com]
LaRose Could Purge Over 150,000 Ohio Inactive Voters Before Election [citybeat.com; update your voter registration here]
Miles Robinson Becomes First FC Cincinnati Player to Compete at the Olympics [citybeat.com]
One Hundred Years Ago, Cincinnati Radio Was Still Getting Its Act Together [cincinnatimagazine.com]
OTR Restaurant Wildweed Sets Opening Date in Permanent Location [citybeat.com]
Photos: All of the Weird and Wonderful Moments from the Northside Fourth of July Parade [citybeat.com]
Seven Northern Kentucky Craft Distilleries Added to Official Kentucky Bourbon Trail [citybeat.com]
Three Cincinnati Restaurants Earn Prestigious Wine Spectator Award for First Time [citybeat.com]
What’s the Buzz at the Art Museum? [cincinnatimagazine.com]
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