CINCINNATI, OH (For Immediate Release) – This weekend Cincinnati becomes the epicenter for cultural events nationwide.
The Cincinnati Music Festival, presented by P&G, July 25-27, 2024, is the largest urban music festival in the country and draws more than 90,000 people to the Cincinnati region for an economic impact of $107 million.
Building on the power and impact of the Festival, there are many additional special events, exhibitions, and attractions for visitors and locals to experience the Cincy region’s culture and world-class attractions.
“Cincinnati Music Festival gives us the backdrop to connect visitors with our diverse community in many ways,” said Julie Calvert President and CEO of Visit Cincy.
“The Cincinnati Music Black Walk of Fame celebrates artists with Cincinnati ties who have contributed to music across all genres. The Vibe Marketplace on Fountain Square connects people with local minority vendors and artisans, while Cincy Soul: The Black Taste and our museums' special exhibits celebrate diversity and foster cultural appreciation.”
Event highlights are below, and a full list is available at VisitCincy.com:
Cincinnati Music Festival (July 25-27):
A cornerstone of Cincinnati's summer festivities, the Cincinnati Music Festival, presented by Procter & Gamble, brings together top R&B and Hip Hop artists for three days of unforgettable performances. Held at Paycor Stadium, the festival not only celebrates musical excellence but also underscores Cincinnati's legacy as a hub for influential music. This year's lineup includes legends like Maxwell, New Edition, and Fantasia, ensuring an electrifying experience for attendees.
Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony (July 27, Noon):
The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame celebrates its one-year anniversary with an induction ceremony that honors trailblazing artists such as Roger Troutman & Zapp, Shirley Murdock, Randy Crawford, and Donald Lawrence.
Located at The Banks, this free event not only commemorates the contributions of these iconic musicians but also serves as a poignant reminder of Cincinnati's integral role in the development of American music.
Visit Cincy’s Vibe Marketplace (July 25-28):
Running from July 25-28, the Vibe Marketplace features a curated selection of local and minority-owned vendors, artisans, and culinary delights, as well as a full schedule of entertainment on the Fountain Square stage. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to engage with Cincinnati's diverse cultural landscape, making it an essential stop for anyone exploring the city during the festival weekend.
The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century at the Cincinnati Art Museum, free admission all weekend
To mark hip hop’s 50th anniversary, the Cincinnati Art Museum is holding a groundbreaking exhibition exploring the genre’s extraordinary influence on contemporary society over the past two decades. The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century showcases more than 100 works of art by some of today’s most important and celebrated artists—such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Roberto Lugo, Carrie Mae Weems, William Cordova, Hassan Hajjaj, Hank Willis Thomas—and fashion brands, with looks from Cross Colours and Vivienne Westwood.
The Negro Motorist Green Book Exhibition at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, all weekend
The Negro Motorist Green Book is a featured exhibition developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service offers an immersive look at the iconic travel guide that helped Black travelers navigate segregated America in the middle of the 20th Century.
Harriet Beacher Stowe Reopening
The historic home of Harriet Beecher Stowe, the American author and abolitionist, was reintroduced last weekend following an eight-year restoration project. The House in Walnut Hills has been preserved as a museum to Stowe, whose family lived there from 1833 to 1852. Stowe wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin," the influential anti-slavery novel inspired by her observations while living in Cincinnati. The house restored section as the Edgemont Inn, one of the few remaining Ohio locations safe for travelers of color in the early 1900s and listed in The Negro Motorist Green Book.
The restoration and preservation project began in 2016 and cost an estimated $3.5 million.
Cincy Soul: The Black Taste (July 27-28 )
Cincy Soul: The Black Taste, is a collaborative effort of black-owned restaurants, caterers, and food trucks from the Cincy Region. It is coordinated by volunteer leaders within the African American community to unite, cultivate, foster, educate, and Highlight African American Entrepreneurship while celebrating the Black Experience Through Culinary Excellence.
Cincinnati Opera Presents: Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio (July 25 & 27)
Cincinnati Opera proudly presents the world-premiere stage adaptation of Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio, the acclaimed 1991 work for orchestra, chorus, and soloists. It’s a powerful story, full of heartfelt lyrics and soaring melodies, presented in a brand-new stage production. There are only two shows left on July 25 at 7:30 p.m. and July 27 at 3:00 p.m.
About Visit Cincy
Visit Cincy connects the Cincinnati region's people and experiences with visitors and meeting attendees from around the world through sales, marketing, communications, and community-building strategies. The destination marketing organization is supported by nearly 500 businesses that join together in making Cincinnati, Hamilton County, and the Cincy region a world-class destination by offering their services, attractions, and facilities to visitors, meeting planners, and convention attendees. For more information, go to VisitCincy.com.
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