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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 12–September 1
FREE Shakespeare in the Park
More than 30 venues throughout Greater Cincinnati
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.
Thursday
Grand Opening
Wildweed
Family Food Truck & Movie Night: Encanto
Central Park (Forest Park), 6–9p
Food trucks with food available for purchase as well as free popcorn.
Free admission
Summer Music Series: Colton James
HighGrain Brentwood, 6–9p
Free admission
FREE Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet
Delhi Park, 7p
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.
Adult Swim: Pride Edition
Ziegler Park Pool, 7–10p
Cincinnati Pride event
21+; tickets here
Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio
Music Hall, 7:30p
World premiere opera adaptation of Paul McCartney’s acclaimed work for orchestra and voices, a powerful story full of heartfelt lyrics and effortless melodies.
Summit Cinema: Barbie (PG-13)
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).
Free admission
Thursday–Saturday
Cincinnati Music Festival
Paycor Stadium
Complete lineup of R&B, hip hop, soul, and jazz artists, including MC Lyte, Maxwell, Ne-Yo, Fantasia, New Edition, En Vogue, and more, as well as Festival513 on Freedom Way Friday and Saturday.
Tickets
Thursday–Sunday
Goettafest
Newport’s Festival Park on the Levee
Two full weekends of all things goetta, featuring innovative food, live music, games, Ferris wheel, and more. Also August 1–4.
Free admission
Vibe Marketplace
Fountain Square
Elevate your Cincinnati Music Festival experience by supporting local and minority-owned shops, vendors, and artisans. Click here for the complete lineup of entertainment and events.
Free admission
Friday
Go Mode Record Release
Santino Corleon
Local hip hop artist on 83 Sound record label is releasing his newest record, “Go Mode.”
Graeter’s Monthly Donut Pop-Up
Braxton Covington, 8a
Donuts and hot and iced coffee the last Friday of every month.
Opening Day: Olympic Village at the Levee
Newport on the Levee
5p: Opening Ceremony with DJ, local mascots, parade of flags, and international dance showcase.
Click here for the full schedule of events. Through August 11.
Free admission
Art After Dark: For the Culture
Cincinnati Art Museum, 5–9p
Celebrate The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century with free admission to the exhibit, music from DJ Monet, dance performances from Heroes Rise and (CA)^2 Dance Crew, cash bars, food for purchase from D <3 L Eats and the Terrace Café, and Framester photo booth.
Free admission
Grove House Yard Market
4133 Dane Avenue (Northside), 5–9p
Local artists and makers, community dinner, and activities.
July Final Friday
Pendleton Art Center, 5–9p
Explore over 200 artists in wide ranging media. Valet parking is available as well as many self-parking options.
Summer Sips
Ault Park Pavilion, 6p
A vodka, gin, and tequila tasting fundraiser to support Ault Park, featuring (7) one-ounce tastings and your choice of mixers to make your cocktail. Snacks will be provided, a local food truck will have food available for purchase, wine will be available by the glass for those not participating in the tasting, and live music will be provided by The Sunburners.
Free admission
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.
Free admission
Amped Up Concert Series
Sawyer Point, 6–9p
Casual and competitive pickle ball, accompanied by food and live music from Timestamp.
Free admission
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.
Free admission [with Motor Vehicle Permit]
FREE Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet
Seasongood Pavilion (Eden Park), 7p
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.
Friday and Saturday
SharonFest
Sharonville Community Center
Live music, food, drinks, inflatables, games, and fun for the whole family—all while supporting over 15 local non-profit organizations.
Free admission
Up the As*pirin: Pain Management
Know Theatre
Hard-hitting yet light-hearted sketch comedy variety show.
Friday–Sunday
Fibonacci is Turning 9!
Fibonacci Brewing Company
A weekend full of fun and education on sustainability, featuring live music, food, crafts, activities, and organizations from around Cincinnati sharing valuable information about recycling, reusing, regenerative farming/gardening, and more sustainable practices for everyday life.
Saturday
Recycling Collection with Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub
Findlay Market, 10a–2p
Bring your hard-to-recycle items and the Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub will ensure they are properly disposed of. Click here for a list of accepted materials.
Decorate a Picture Frame
IKEA West Chester, 10:30a–12p and 1:30–3p
Personalize your own unique picture frame to use as home decor or to give as a gift. All materials provided.
Free admission
Hops & Hyzers
Woodland Mound, 11a
Great Parks’ second annual disc golf tournament, in partnership with HighGrain Brewing, is open to participants of all ages and abilities, especially those within the beginner to intermediate levels of play. Other games and contests will be available to families, children and spectators throughout the day.
$30/player (per round); register here
DANGERWHEEL
Pendleton, 12p
Adult downhill big wheel racing, as well as food trucks and beverages. Party at noon; wheels up at 2.
Free admission
2024 Induction Ceremony
Cincinnati Black Music Hall of Fame, 12p
One-year birthday celebration and 2024 induction ceremony celebration with a performance by Roger Troutman & App. All white attire.
Free admission
Red Dog Pet Resort Summer Pup Fest
Factory 52, 12–6p
Shopping, TAILent Show, Pup Crawl, and lots of dog centered activities.
Free admission
Middletown City Limits Music Festival
FigLeaf, 1p–midnight
Celebrate summer with good beer, cocktails, food, and music.
Free admission
Out in the Outdoors: A Slice of Life
Great Parks Nature Preserve at The Summit, 2p
Monthly series for outdoor exploration designed for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. Explore what makes an ecosystem. Design and create your own closed terrariums to take home.
Free admission [with Motor Vehicle Permit]
Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio
Music Hall, 3p
World premiere opera adaptation of Paul McCartney’s acclaimed work for orchestra and voices, a powerful story full of heartfelt lyrics and effortless melodies.
Baseball: A Walk Through Time
Miami Twp Civic Center, 3p
Food, snacks, and beverages will be available for purchase.
3p: vintage baseball game at Miami Meadows Park
5–7p: pictures with Mr Redlegs
6p: live music with Andy Rush
7p: Bronson Arroyo Band
Free admission
Spark in the Dark
Miami Whitewater Forest, 8–11p
Glowing boats, family-friendly nighttime hike, and educational [nocturnal] animals, and campfire.
Free admission, but glow boat rentals, refreshments, and select activities will require a small fee
Saturday and Sunday
Cincy Soul Food Fest: The Black Taste
Fountain Square
Celebrate the Black experience through culinary excellence. A collaborative effort of Black-owned restaurants, caterers, and food trucks within the Greater Cincinnati/NKY area.
Free admission
Sunday
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).
School Supplies Swap
Fibonacci Brewing Company, 3–5p
Refresh and exchange school supplies, and find new treasures that will help you kick off the school year totally prepared and ready to learn.
Cincinnati Trivia
Northwood Cider Co, 6p
Three rounds of trivia all about Cincinnati—its sports, brands, and history.
OTR Performs: Meaghan Richardson
Washington Park, 6–8p
Bring lawn chairs to see local talent at Washington Park’s Main Stage. From ballet performances, to Shakespeare reenactments, and Jazz shows, OTR Performs showcases a variety of talent right in OTR.
Free admission
FREE Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet
Bicentennial Park (Lebanon), 7p
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.
through July 27
Cincinnati Opera’s 2024 Summer Festival
Music Hall
MainStage season enhanced by an expanded selection of Studio Sessions.
through August 4
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.
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.
Free admission
Trivia Night
Fountain Square, 6–8p
Hosted by Last Call Trivia. Through October 14.
Free admission
Jazz at the Park
Washington Park, 6–9p
Weekly through October 28.
Free admission
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.
Free admission
Ziegler Workouts
Ziegler Park
5–6p: Yoga with Mecca Freeman
6–7p: Strengthening and Toning Cardio Session with Martasha Colvin
Free admission
Jazz at the Square
Fountain Square, 5–8p
Local and regional acts. Through October 8.
Free admission
Free Fitness: Line Dancing with Erica
Summit Park (Canopy), 5:30p
June 4–September 24 (no class July 2)
Free admission
Trivia Night
Washington Park, 7–9p
Hosted by Last Call Trivia. Through October 29.
Free admission
Movies in the Park
Lawrenceburg Civic Park, dusk
Bring your lawn chair(s), picnic blanket, and snacks.
Weekly June 4–July 30
Free admission
Wednesdays
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 admission
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.
Free admission
Wellness on the Levee
The Plaza at Newport on the Levee, 6p
Relax and rejuvenate weekly with Newport Fitness. Through August 28.
Free admission
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)
Free admission
Wild Card Wednesday
Center Stage at Factory 52, 6–9p
Weekly summer concert series.
May 29–September 4
Free admission
Cinema
Ziegler Park, 8:30/9p–11p
Click the link for movie info and start time.
Through September 18.
Free admission
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 admission
Free Fitness: Cultural Fusion Zumba with Jeaunita
Summit Park (Canopy), 5:30p
June 6–September 26 (no class July 4)
Free admission
Rockin’ the Roebling
Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 6p
Summer concert series every Thursday presented by Moerlein Lager House.
May 16–August 29
Free admission
Live on the Levee
The Plaza at Newport on the Levee, 7p
Performances by local bands. Through August 29.
Free admission
Roots Revival
Washington Park, 7–9p
An evening of live Bluegrass, Roots, and Americana music at Washington Park’s bandstand.
May 30–August 29
Free admission
Salsa on the Square
Fountain Square, 7–10p
May 2–September 26
Free admission
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
Free admission
Fretboard Fridays
Center Stage at Factory 52, 6–9p
Free concerts on the green.
May 31–August 30
Free admission
Friday Flow
Washington Park, 7–10p
13 weeks of rich rhythms and melodies of R&B music.
May 31–August 30
Free admission
Indie Fridays powered by Cincy Music
Fountain Square, 7–10p
Fridays through October 11.
Free admission
Sundays
Free Fitness: Power Yoga with Body Alive
Summit Park (Great Lawn), 9a
June 2–September 29
Free admission
Free Fitness: Hip Hop Zumba with Lori
Summit Park (Canopy), 10:15a
June 2–September 29
Free admission
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
Bengals Training Camp
July 24–August 20
Click here for complete public practice and STM/waitlist exclusive schedule
Cincinnati Reds @ Tampa Bay
Three-game series at Tropicana Field
Friday at 6:50p
Saturday at 4:10p
Sunday at 11:35p
Watch: Bally Sports; Listen: 700 WLW
Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click on the link for more information.
New To Do
Chasing Cali Collective
420 W Benson Street, Reading, Ohio 45215
Family friendly wellness cafe featuring a coffee bar, yoga, monitored playspace, and more. Memberships now available.
CHPL – Main Library
800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
South Building Now Open, featuring a re-imagined atrium, updated spaces for children and teens, an updated garden, a new large-scale light sculpture, public art, and added community spaces.
Free admission
New Wing
American Sign Museum
1330 Monmouth Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45225
See the new signs, storefronts, and spaces as the Sign Museum reveals 20,000 square feet of additional exhibition space.
Kids’ Town
The Children’s Museum at Cincinnati Museum Center
1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
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.
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.
Freedom Center
The Negro Motorist Green Book
An immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America and the annual guide that served as an indispensable resource for the nation’s rising African American middle class.
July 13–October 13
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.
Rooftop Brunch
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+
3rd Annual On the Rocks
August 11, Megacorp Pavilion, 2–5p
A celebration of spirits and cocktails featuring Cincinnati’s best cocktail makers and establishments, live music, and tasting lounges.
Cincinnati Open
August 11–19, 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.
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
Northside House Tour
September 29, 12–5p
Attendees will pick up their tickets from event host, WordPlay (1556 Chase Ave), then walk, bike, or drive Northside to tour the participating homes.
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.
Catch-a-Fire Pizza to Open New Location in College Hill [citybeat.com]
Celebrate Olympic Season in Cincinnati [cincinnatmagazine.com]
Cincinnati Museum Center’s Next Off the Rails Night is Happening in a Galaxy Far, Far Away [citybeat.com]
Cincinnati Named Third Best City for a Staycation in the US [wallethub.com]
Here’s How You Can Get Free Cheese Coneys From Gold Star This Week [citybeat.com]
MadTree Beer Named ‘No. 1 IPA Worldwide’ [citybeat.com]
Kings Island’s Grand Carnivale is One Big Worldwide Block Party, and You’re Invited [citybeat.com]
Know Theatre Announces 2024-25 Season Lineup [citybeat.com]
LaRose Could Purge Over 150,000 Ohio Inactive Voters Before Election [citybeat.com; update your voter registration here]
Seven Northern Kentucky Craft Distilleries Added to Official Kentucky Bourbon Trail [citybeat.com]
Six Greater Cincinnati Restaurants to be Featured on ‘America’s Best Restaurants’ [citybeat.com]
These Current and Former University of Cincinnati Athletes are Heading to the Olympics [citybeat.com]
Third Eye Brewing Named Best Brewery in the Country at U.S. Open Beer Championship [citybeat.com]
Women’s Bobbed Hair Got Cincinnati Men’s Dander Up One Hundred Years Ago [cincinnatimagazine.com]
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