BLINK & Beyond

Get ready to experience the energy of the BLINK festival, returning October 8-11, 2026 to transform the Cincy Region into a vibrant, open-air gallery. As America’s largest light and art fest, BLINK brings together immersive projections, interactive installations, international mural artists and awe-inspiring performances that light up the city in unforgettable ways.

But the experience doesn’t stop there. From iconic eats and award-winning dining to riverfront views, live entertainment, and neighborhood gems, there’s so much more to explore before, during, and after BLINK. Make the most of your visit by discovering everything the Cincy Region has to offer.

Step into the glow!

Large, colorful mural in downtown Cincinnati

Visit the Largest Contiguous Public Mural in Ohio

The largest mural in Ohio pays homage to some of the Cincy Region's musical local legends and pioneers In 2022, as part of BLINK (a massive, immersive art and light festival that takes place every two years), LA-based artist Tristan… Read More

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Crowning Local - The Artist - Gee Horton

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Originally published in the 2024 Cincy Region Visitors Guide. Interview by Madeline… Read More

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Homecoming (Blue Birds) (photo: Ronald M. Salerno)

10 Must-See Murals in Cincinnati

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Since 2007, ArtWorks Cincinnati has created more than 230 public murals throughout… Read More

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The Best Local Small Venues for Live Music

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7 Hidden Museums in the Cincy Region You Need to Visit

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BLINK 2026 - See Cincy in a Whole New Light

BLINK is the largest immersive art, music, and lights festival in the country. This free celebration happens every other year, lighting up the region and washing Cincy in a creative glow. BLINK transforms over 30 blocks in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, spanning cities, rivers, and the imagination. Come experience the kick-off parade, murals, light projection installations, light sculpture & performances, lighting effects, and live entertainment. Give your vacation a glow up this October 8-11 in Cincy.

A person plays a piano on an illuminated brick patio. The piano is under a tree with long, tube lights hanging.

BLINK

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A Vibrant Music Scene Awaits You

National Acts & Regional Favorites are Playing Your Tune

When the lights go down, the volume turns up. Big name acts visit the Cincy Region year round and take the stage at Riverbend Music Center, Andrew J Brady Music Center, and MegaCorp Pavilion among others. Check out our events calendar to see who’s playing this weekend. For a more personalized experience, smaller venues around the region host local favorites from a variety of genres. Catch some of the best blues tunes at the legendary Mansion Hill Tavern, country jams at Shiners on the Levee, EDM at Galaxie, or try an intimate Jazz performance at the historic Schwartz's Point. The live music scene is as vibrant as Cincy itself. Come over and see for yourself!

5 musicians gather around a couple of microphones. There's a banjo, guitar, upright bass, and violin visible. Behind them is a wall full of signs for beverages. Neon letters spell out Arnold's Est. 1861

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FALL IN LOVE WITH CINCY

One of a Kind Neighborhoods in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

The Cincy Region is a vibrant tapestry of communities, each weaving its own unique story through the streets of over many neighborhoods in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

From the contemporary cuisine to Bourbon and craft beer heritage, iconic professional sports teams, one-of-a-kind attractions, vibrant arts culture, and the cherished culinary traditions that echo the area's rich heritage–experience every corner of Cincy offering a distinct flavor of life. Take a drive. Take a walk. Explore somewhere new and discover all that’s within reach in Cincy.