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 out and explore all that the Cincy Region has to offer.

Festivals in the Cincy Region

Cincinnati International Wine Festival
Inside the Cincinnati International Wine Festival (photo: Cincinnati International Wine Festival)

Cincinnati International Wine Festival

The Freestore Foodbank hosts the annual Cincinnati International Wine Festival, March 6-8. The community comes together for a great event featuring food and wine to give back to over 35 different charities. Grab your ticket now before it sells out.

Bockfest (Photo: @craig.s.smith)
Bockfest Parade in Downtown Cincinnati, OH

33rd Annual Servatii Bockfest

Beer lovers unite for the 33rd Annual Servatii Bockfest, March 7-9 in the Over-the-Rhine’s historic Brewery District. Head downtown for the unique parade and stay for the celebration of spring and bock beer. There will be food, live entertainment, and of course, beer. 

An aerial view of the Bonded Spirit festival tent next to Smoke Justis with the Roebling Bridge in the background.
Bonded Spirit Music Festival Tent at Smoke Justis

Bonded Spirit Music Festival

If you enjoy Bluegrass music and bourbon, this festival is for you. Smoke Justis will host the returning Bonded Spirit Music Festival on March 8, featuring artists like Lindsay Lou, and The Brothers Comatose. Tickets are available now.

Mardi Gras Parades

People dressed in green, purple and gold holding lights and marching in Mainstrasse Village's mardi gras parade at night.
Mardi Gras Parade in Mainstrasse Village

Mainstrasse Mardi Gras Parade

Covington’s Mainstrasse Village is bringing back its annual Mardi Gras Parade on March 1 for all to enjoy. The parade begins at Larry’s All-American Café and then will head down Main Street to Fifth Street. Bring the family to enjoy the music, floats, and dancing.

Image is of 4 different types of Mardi Gras masks in many different colors.

Mardi Pardi at The Banks

Head down to The Banks on March 1 for an unforgettable Mardi Pardi at The Banks experience featuring a live brass band and bar crawl from 4-9 PM. Twelve great bars and restaurants come together to offer guests specials, music, giveaways, and more!

St. Patrick’s Day Themed Events

Image is of people walking in the parade carrying the flag of Ireland and US.
St. Patrick's Day Parade at The Banks

Cincinnati St. Patrick’s Parade

Bring the whole family to The Banks on March 15 for the annual Cincinnati St. Patrick’s Parade. Stay after the parade for a full day of music, food, dancing, beer, and more.

each year Molly Malone's hosts the region's largest st. patrick's day celebration in covington ky
St. Patrick's Day at Molly Malone's

St. Patrick’s Day at Molly Malone’s

In Northern Kentucky, no one does St. Patrick’s Day like Molly Malone’s. Their three-story bar and outside tent provide guests with a full day of food, live music, drinks, and great craic! Stay tuned for more information to come regarding their March 17, St. Patrick’s Day events!

Reds Opening Day

A crowd of Cincinnati Reds fans in the Opening Day parade, heading into the Great American Ballpark
Cincinnati Reds Opening Day at Great American Ballpark

Cincinnati Reds Opening Day Parade

Come one, come all to enjoy an unofficial holiday like no other, Cincinnati Reds Opening Day. In true Cincinnati style, we kickstart the baseball season with the 105th  Annual Findlay Market Opening Day Parade on March 27. Celebrate with family and friends as we welcome spring and the 2025 Major League Baseball season in style.

Need tickets to the game? Tickets are currently available on StubHub and Seat Geek.

Need more? Visit our events page, updated daily to showcase all the exciting events happening in the Cincy Region all month long, and our outdoor activities page for a full listing of parks, trails, and more for you to discover and explore. And be sure to get a copy of your Visit Cincy Visitors Guide here!