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 September.
Celebrating Riverfest
Western & Southern WEBN Fireworks and Riverfest
No one says goodbye to summer like we do in the Cincy Region. Head down to Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove down along the Ohio River on September 1 for our yearly regional sendoff party, Western & Southern WEBN Fireworks and Riverfest featuring activities for the family, food vendors and live music. The day caps off with the spectacular display of fireworks presented by Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks.
Riverfest on the Levee
The Kentucky side of the Ohio River joins the Riverfest party at Newport on the Levee on September 1. Come early to enjoy family fun activities, live music and enjoy the Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks at 9 PM.
Oktoberfest in the Cincy Region
Covington Oktoberfest
Covington celebrates Oktoberfest September 13-15 at Goebel Park in Mainstrasse Village. Bring the family down for activities, live music, beer and delicious German food.
Newport Oktoberfest
The Newport Oktoberfest returns to Newport on the Levee’s Festival Park for a beloved German festival. Join them September 13-15 for a weekend of German cuisine, beer, live music and family fun.
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
Hailed as America’s largest Oktoberfest, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati returns September 19-22 for a full weekend showcasing our region’s rich German heritage. Sample tasty German cuisine, bust out your best chicken dance moves and root on your favorite dachshund as they participate in the popular Running of the Weiners!
Fall Festivities
Fall on the Farm at Blooms & Berries Farm Market
Blooms & Berries Farm welcomes you to their annual Fall on the Farm event with family fun activities, a seasonal famers market, petting zoo and hayrides September 14 – October 31.
Underwater Pumpkin Glow at Newport Aquarium
Come and explore the new Underwater Pumpkin Glow event at the Newport Aquarium September 16 – November 4. Watch as our animal friends enjoy pumpkin treats, explore Jack-O-Lanterns and witness an underwater pumpkin patch surrounded by sharks!
Music Festivals
Lawrenceburg Fall Music Fest
The City of Lawrenceburg welcomes you to their two-night Fall Music Festival at their Lawrenceburg Civic Park, September 27-28. Enjoy live music, great food, a car show and more.
Mammoth Music and Arts Festival
The City of Newport welcomes guests to the inaugural Mammoth Music & Arts Festival on September 29. Enjoy a full day of local, regional and national artists showcasing a variety of genres of live music and art followed by two incredible after parties at Shiners on the Levee and Sis’s on Monmouth.
Professional Sports
Cincinnati Reds
The Cincinnati Reds Major League Baseball Team wraps up their regular season this month with multiple home games for you and your family to enjoy.
Cincinnati Bengals
Football season is back, and we are excited to watch the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League take on the New England Patriots and Washington Commanders at Paycor Stadium in September. Bring a friend, grab a ticket and chant “Who Dey” at the top of your lungs with the rest of us.
Need more? Visit our events page, updated daily, to showcase all of 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. Be sure to grab a copy of the Visit Cincy Visitors Guide here!
