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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Laura Barfield

Laura is a born and raised Georgia girl who has called Cincinnati and NKY home for over 15 years. A member of the Visit Cincy team, she currently resides in OTR and is an avid fan of the Cincinnati Bengals, a good dirty martini and all things counter and pop culture.

Celebrating Juneteenth 2026 in the Cincy Region

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. This holiday is celebrated each year on June 19, the day in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that enslaved people in Texas were officially free. Although…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – June 2026

It's June in Cincy. The sun is shining. The sky is blue. There's something to do every weekend. What are you waiting for? Our region offers a variety of family fun activities, festivals, and sporting events for all to experience and enjoy. Here are some of the bigger events happening. It's time…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – May 2026

Is visiting the Cincy Region this spring on your to-do list? Well - let's give you a reason to add it ASAP. Our region offers a variety of family fun activities, festivals, and sporting events for all to experience and enjoy. Here are some of the bigger events happening. It's time to plan your…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – April 2026

Is visiting the Cincy Region this spring on your to-do list? Well, it should be. The temps are warming up and there are tons of ways to experience our local culture both indoors and outdoors. Our region offers a variety of family fun activities, festivals, and sporting events for all to…

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Things to Do in the Cincy Region – March 2026

Is visiting the Cincy Region in 2026 on your to-do list? Mark it off right away with a weekend getaway in March! The temps are warming up and there are tons of ways to experience our local culture both indoors and outdoors. Our region offers a variety of family fun activities, festivals, and…

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Cincinnati Reds Opening Day Festivities

This post is updated annually. Since the late 19th century, the Cincinnati Reds have been the only Major League Baseball team given the privilege of starting every season at home. It’s no wonder that Reds Opening Day is a can't-miss annual celebration! If you've never experienced a Reds Opening Day…

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Things to do this Week in the Cincy Region

Need a reason to book a last-minute trip to the Cincy Region? We've got you covered. Check out this list of local festivals, live music, comedy shows, art and craft fairs, and other unique things to do - all happening this week. If you're planning a future trip, be sure to look at our full events…

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