Official Visitor Guide

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Your Insider's Guide to the Cincy Region

Welcome to our blog! Find out about local favorites, fun things to do, the best restaurants and shopping, all the events, and more here in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. 

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Cassie Hurst

Cassie Hurst, Tourism Information Coordinator @ meetNKY

Cassie lives in Cincinnati with her husband and fur babies. When not working in her role as the “Office Glue”, she enjoys trying new, local food and beverages, traveling, and outdoor adventures. 

Food Festivals Thrive in the Cincy Region

The Cincy Region has an exciting food scene, including MANY different food festivals that bring together diverse flavors, local traditions, and community spirit. From the streets of downtown Cincinnati, known for its iconic chili, to the up-and-coming food scenes across the river in Covington and…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – April 2025

April in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky is a time of blooming beauty and exciting events, from exploring the colorful tulip displays at the Cincinnati Zoo to cheering on the Reds at Great American Ball Park. Our region offers a variety of family fun activities, festivals, and sporting events for…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – March 2025

Spring is finally here and with it comes plenty of fun. Our region offers an incredible lineup of events for locals and visitors alike to enjoy all month—from yearly festivals and endless parades to St. Patrick’s Day parties and game day experiences. I hope this short list incentivizes you to get…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – February 2025

In the Cincy Region, we don’t shy away from the cold. We put on our finest cold-weather gear and head outside for can’t miss, incredible experiences and events. From annual festivals and world-class theater to live music and laugh-out-loud comedians, there is something for everyone to thoroughly…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – December 2024

Cue your favorite holiday song as you explore the Cincy Region during this magical time of the year. We are knee deep in the holiday season with unforgettable experiences to be had and memories to be made. From live concerts and holiday displays to shopping local and more, this vibrant region…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – November 2024

Welcome to November in the Cincy Region friends. The leaves are falling, the temperature is dropping, the hot cocoa is flowing, and the holiday season is upon us. All month long there are a plethora of fun, unique and family friendly events happening throughout the region. From professional sports…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – October 2024

October is jam packed with incredible events throughout the Cincy Region. From annual Halloween themed favorites like HallZooween and Kings Island’s Halloween Haunt to our highly anticipated biannual immersive art festival BLINK, there is something for everyone. Here is a glimpse of what you can do…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – September 2024

While we’re a little sad to see summer go, we welcome with open arms football season, sweater weather and fall festivities. Here in the Cincy Region, we celebrate fall with fireworks, festivals, hayrides, music and sports. Here is just a taste of the fun activities you can experience in the month of…

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Things to Do in the Cincy and NKY Region – August 2024

Let’s get out there and enjoy the last full month of summer. There is no shortage of fun things to do in the region with family and friends. From watching professional athletes compete and great festivals to world class concerts and shopping local, there is something for everyone. Here are just a…

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