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and heard every Friday on the Weekend Rundown with JonJon and Friends on
Tour de Cincinnati does the research for fun things to do around the city so you don’t have to! Check out the list below for goings on ranging from markets and live music, to brewery fun and food events. Events are subject to change or cancellation. Be sure to click on their respective links for more information.
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- Sporting Events
- Ongoing Events
- Tickets and Registration for Future Events
- New To Do
- Local news Roundup
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Dates to Know in Cincinnati: March 2026
March 1–31
Women’s History Month
Commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Be sure to follow along with the Weekend Rundown for women’s history events, including International Women’s Day festivities on Sunday, March 8.
through March 8
Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical
The Children’s Theatre at Emery Theater, 7p
Featuring original illustrations and animations by Jeff Kinney, author and illustrator of the beloved children’s book series. Recommended for ages 4+. Runtime: 60 minutes. February 20–March 8.
Tickets
Illustrated Memoir Project
Contemporary Arts Center
The Illustrated Memoir Project positions immigrant and refugee youth as the authors of their own stories and provides a platform on which they can share their lived experience and unique ways of knowing the world.
March 2–8
Collaboration Week 4: Carmelo’s
Wayfarer Tavern Pizza
Remaining weeks:
Week 5 (March 9–15): The Aperture
Week 6 (March 16–22): The Pickled Pig
through March 18
Cultural Traditions & Artistic Voices
Studio San Giuseppe Gallery (MSJ)
Creative Asian Society’s extended exhibition highlighting artistic influences, traditions, and innovations in the Greater Cincinnati area. January 20–March 18
Free admission
Fish Fry Season in Cincinnati 2026
Tuesday
Opening Night: The Wiz
Aronoff Center
Broadway in Cincinnati’s production of the Tony® Award-winning Best Musical in an all-new Broadway tour—the first one in 40 years. Through March 15.
Tickets
Thursday–Saturday
35th Annual Cincy Wine Fest
First Financial Convention Center
Sip on wine (more than 800 from around the globe) and support more than 30 local nonprofits.
Tickets
Friday
Grand Re-Opening Celebration
Dave & Buster’s Springdale, 11a
Featuring a revamped sports bar with 40-foot screen, fresh “sports package” of games, and chef-crafted menu.
The first 100 guests in line on March 6 at 11a will win free games for a year
St. Patrick’s Day Pop-Up
Cobblestone OTR
St. Patrick’s Day themed cocktails, green beer, themed decor and installations, whiskey features, DJs, karaoke, and more.
March 6–April 8
Opening Night: Othello
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 7p
Through March 29
Click here for the 2025–26 season schedule
Spring-Themed Creative Cafe
Contemporary Arts Center, 7–10p
A space for creative inspiration, including vendor village, conversation tables, giveaways, and a performance by Tselan.
Free admission; 18+
Friday–Sunday
34th Annual Bockfest
OTR Brewery District
Bockfest returns to its roots in the neighborhood with four partners hosting events as their official Bockfest Halls: Moerlein Lager House, Northern Row Brewery & Distillery, Rhinegeist Brewery, and more. the Bockfest parade will be on Friday, March 7, at 6p.
Admission to enjoy the Parade, bock beer, music, and entertainment at all Bockfest Halls and official venues is FREE all weekend long.
Saturday
CORA Bike & Trail Expo 2026
MadTree Taproom, 10a–3p
Check out bikes, gear, adventure vehicles, and all things trails.
Free and family friendly
Opening Day
The Root Beer Stand, 11a
Another sure sign of spring is this local institution opening for the season—its 69th in business. The Root Beer Stand purveys footlong cheese coneys, cheeseburgers, homemade root beer, and more, and also features a playground, which makes it a family favorite. You can also get your food to go and have a picnic at nearby Sharon Woods.
Women Doing a World of Good: An Afternoon with Elizabeth Smart
Memorial Hall, 11a–4p
Junior League of Cincinnati’s spring fundraiser, featuring a keynote by Elizabeth Smart, luncheon, exclusive VIP reception and book signing, Community Resource Fair, raffle prizes, and more.
Tickets
Ceremonial Tapping: Ballpark Beer
Braxton Barrel House, 1–5p
Celebrate the first-ever level official craft beer of the Cincinnati Reds with ceremonial first pour, a Design Your Own Baseball Card activation, and a special guest appearance with Billy Hatcher.
Free admission
Ceremonial Tapping: Ballpark Beer
Braxton Covington, 1–5p
Celebrate the first-ever level official craft beer of the Cincinnati Reds with Hall of Famer Bronson Arroyo, Rosie Red, DJ Prymtime, HitSeekers Sports Cards, and the ceremonial first pour of Ballpark Beer.
Free admission
Ceremonial Tapping: Ballpark Beer
Braxton Factory 52, 1–5p
Celebrate the first-ever level official craft beer of the Cincinnati Reds with Hall of Famer George Foster, Mr Redlegs, DJ Etrayn, HitSeekers Sports Cards, and the ceremonial first pour of Ballpark Beer.
Free admission
Ceremonial Tapping: Ballpark Beer
Braxton Union, 1–5p
Celebrate the first-ever level official craft beer of the Cincinnati Reds with DJ Drowsy, a ceremonial first pour, Gapper, and a special guest appearance with Hall of Famer Ron Oester.
Free admission
Women’s Day 2026
The Reliquary at Urban Artifact, 1–5p
30+ woman-owned businesses, exclusive fruit tart, and more.
Free admission
10th Annual Rock N Revival for the Cure
Southgate House Revival, 2p
Charity concert benefiting the John & Julie Cancer Foundation, raising money for Glioblastoma and cancer research.
All ages; tickets
Saturday and Sunday
Annual Book Sale
Contemporary Arts Center
For one weekend, the CAC will have discounts on a wide range of publications, including art catalogs, brochures, magazines, and more.
Free admission
Pones Presents: Eunoia
Contemporary Arts Center, March 7 (7p) and 8 (2p)
An evening-length mixed bill performance designed to foster community, celebrate artistic innovation, and support their ongoing mission. Tickets include performances, live music, Photo Booth, auction items, treats, and cash bar.
Tickets
Sunday
International Women’s Day
Skate Maintenance Day
Riverfront Rink, 3–6p
Learn to clean, service, and maintain roller skates and stay to skate after the work is done.
Bring a skate tool or borrow theirs
Red Door String Quartet
Westwood United Methodist Church, March 8, 4–5:30p
Westwood Works presents a Westwood Tiny Concert Series featuring musicians from the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
Tickets are free and RSVP is requested but not required
Monday
Cincinnati Magazine’s Best Restaurants Event
Newport Car Barn, 6–8:30p
Featuring small plate samples from some of the best NEW restaurants in town, as featured in the upcoming March issue of Cincinnati Magazine, plus some Queen City favorites you know and love.
Tickets start at $50
Sports
Pucks N Pups Night: Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Utah Grizzlies
Heritage Bank Center
Saturday at 7:30p
$2 hot dogs
Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Utah Grizzlies
Heritage Bank Center
Sunday at 3p
Read Ccross Cincinnati featuring Hidden Pigeon Matinee
FC Cincinnati vs. Toronto FC
TQL Stadium
Sunday at 7p
Watch: Apple TV; Listen: Fox Sports 1360
All college sporting events listed are Division I home games only. Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click on the link for more information.
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
Wild Rescue
OMNIMAX
Runtime: ~45 minutes
through March 18
Cultural Traditions & Artistic Voices
Studio San Giuseppe Gallery (MSJ)
Creative Asian Society’s extended exhibition highlighting artistic influences, traditions, and innovations in the Greater Cincinnati area. January 20–March 18
Free admission
through April 12
Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away.
Cincinnati Museum Center, 10a
An exhibition the world needs you to see. Be a witness.
Through this daunting selection of more than 500 original artifacts from the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland, as well as more than 20 institutions and museums all over the world, Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. portrays the complex reality of the notorious camp while sharing firsthand stories from those who survived, and those who perished.
Tickets
through May 17
Rembrandt: Masterpieces in Black and White
Taft Museum of Art
For the first time in 27 years, Rembrandt House Museum shares major collection of etchings with U.S. audience, showcasing complete range of artist’s prints and centuries-long impact.
Tickets and Registration for Future Events
The (High) Art of Seltzer
Contemporary Arts Center, March 12, 5:30–7:30p
Join Rhinegeist at CAC for a guided tasting of Fuzzy Bones, an alcohol-free sparkling THC beverage. After the tasting, there will be a guided tour in the galleries.
21+ only. IDs required.
Harry’s Disco
Spruce Walnut Hills, March 13, 1–6p
Day of drinks, dancing, and all things Harry Styles. Goodie bags and cocktails included in each ticket purchase.
Bricks & Beer
Music Hall, March 19
Cincinnati Music Hall history and hops, complete with a one-hour tour. In partnership with Rhinegeist.
21+
Student Silent Film Contest Submission Deadline
March 20
Friends of Music Hall invite regional students in grades 7–12 to submit original silent short films for premiere screening at Music Hall on April 17, 2026.
Click here for full contest rules and submission details
In the Curious Kitchen Jalapeño Pimento Cheese Launch
High St, March 21, 12p
Cocktail hour with complimentary bites and inspired cocktails from the full showcase of In the Curious Kitchen.
RSVP here
Art of the Cocktail
High St, March 29, 2–3:30p
An afternoon all about cocktails—the craft, the history, and the flavor. Tickets include a welcome spritz and hands-on session covering bar tools, at-home cocktailing, and how to make a perfectly balanced cocktail. There will also be a catered lunch from Crown Restaurant Group and a tasting of spirits from Watershed Distillery.
Tickets
Cincinnati Ballet’s Family Series: Pinocchio
Aronoff Center, April 16–19
One-hour, narrated ballet featuring Cincinnati Ballet Second Company: CB2 dancers and young performers. Arrive early for free lobby games, crafts, photos, and more.
DreamWorks’ How to Train Your Dragon Jr.
The Emery Theater, April 17–May 3
Stage adaptation of one of DreamWorks’ most legendary films.
60-minute runtime
UpSpring Benefit Bash
Great American Ball Park, April 18, 6p
Annual event to raise funds and build awareness for UpSpring’s vital educational and enrichment programs to elevate local children experiencing homelessness.
Tickets
SCRAPS: A Food-Centric Fundraising Event
Rhinegeist, April 19, 2–5p
Several area chefs will participate in a cook-off with surprise ingredients; the crowd sampling their dishes and voting for their favorites. Each bite is paired with a Rhinegeist beer. Presented by Our Daily Bread, a nonprofit soup kitchen and safe gathering space.
Tickets (early bird pricing through March 15)
Vintage Market Days of Dayton-Cincinnati
Greene County Fairgrounds, April 24–26
Tickets
2nd Annual Moms Matter Too
ADC Fine Art Gallery, May 16, 10a–2p
Vessel Collective and After the Glow Counseling present a one-of-a-kind experience created exclusively for moms, featuring panel discussions, iced coffee bar, quickie manicures by Spruce, mini massages, 20+ curated vendors, photo booth, and more.
Tickets
Calling All Artisans
ArtsConnect Artisan Fair (May 16)
They’re looking for blacksmiths, candle makers, woodworkers, jelly and jam makers, potters, and artisans of all kinds for the Springfield Twp Artisan Fair, a juried event featuring art, live music, food, beer, and demos on May 16, 2026.
Apply here
OMNIMAX® Dinner Dates
Cincinnati Museum Center, 6:30p
July 17: Ohio: Wild at Heart
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
Dice on Draft
20 E 5th Street, Covington
Over 200 board games to play alongside a full-service cocktail bar
Indigo Hippo Hamilton (1224 Schuler Avenue)
12–6p (Fri–Sun)
Indigo Hippo is a Creative Reuse Center (think arts supply thrift store) and arts programming non-profit located in OTR. They aim to make creativity accessible to everyone by offering creative materials at pay-what-you-can pricing and through various community-based arts programs. They are expanding to a creative space in the Tide Pool Art Center in Hamilton.
Allez Bakery
6012 Madison Road (Madisonville)
Tues–Sat, 8a–3p
2026 James Beard Nominees Announced [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Mita’s Named One of the 39 Best Restaurants in America by USA Today [cincinnati.com]
Popular Covington Ice Cream Walk-up Window Upgrades to Full-service Shop [citybeat.com]
Regional Coffee Chain Moves Downtown Location Inside the CAC [citybeat.com]
This UC Student Organization is Making Fashion Accessible for All [cincinnatimagazine.com]
