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.
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Join Eddie Merlot's for an exquisite five-course tasting experience featuring chef-curated dishes thoughtfully paired with acclaimed wines from Caymus Vineyards.
The Friends of Music Hall presents a 75-minute indoor building tour of the majestic Music Hall — a world-class historical landmark. Led by knowledgeable guides, take a trip through Cincinnati's history and get exclusive access backstage to various private and public spaces. Tours…
- Fountain Square
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Experience one of Riverside Food Tours' most highly rated food adventures, the Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour! On this three-hour guided tour, relax and enjoy a progressive lunch featuring dishes such as bangers and mash with a craft ale at a Scottish pub, a fresh signature…
- Taste of Belgium at the Banks
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Taste Cincinnati one bite at a time on Riverside Food Tours’ Cincy Top 10 Tour, a three-hour culinary and sightseeing experience through downtown Cincinnati. Ideal for those who want to see and sample as much as possible, this guided tour highlights why the city is known for its…
- Elm Street Plaza
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
GO Cornhole is hosting a co-ed, 21+ cornhole league at Elm Street Plaza this spring. The league will last six weeks, with a seventh week for playoffs. If you don’t want to commit to the full league, you can drop in and play a game using the extra boards on-site. If you want to…
- Krohn Conservatory
- Recurring daily
Join the Krohn Conservatory as it follows the incredible journey of one of nature’s most iconic pollinators — the monarch butterfly! Trace their epic migration across the United States and into Mexico, where they find refuge in the Oyamel Fir Forests for the winter. Discover the…
- Findlay Market
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Follow the route to great flavors on a self-guided tour of Findlay Market. This tour balances discovery with flexibility and is available every day the market is open. Download the tour to your phone and navigate the market as you enjoy five samples along the way. Stop and start…
- Warren County Historical Society
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Journey through the raw, authentic voice of the American spirit. "Folk Art: Self-Taught Artists | Self-Told Stories" celebrates two centuries of American ingenuity and the personal forces that move artists beyond contemplation to creation. This major national exhibit features…
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
The Fort Thomas Farmers Market is your midweek destination for fresh, locally sourced goods and a lively community atmosphere. You will find a Kentucky Proud farmers market that was voted CityBeat’s Best of Cincinnati in 2023 and 2024. The market brings together local farmers…
- Fountain Square
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Grab a friend or co-worker and enjoy your lunch hour on Fountain Square! Grab some good eats from a variety of local food trucks parked right on the Square, or grab takeout from a neighboring restaurant in the Fountain District. Visit Street Food Finder’s website to view the…
- Contemporary Arts Center
- Recurring daily
Gee Horton’s "Chapter 4: In Another Lifetime" unfolds across two galleries of the Cincinnati Contemporary Arts Center, continuing a new chapter of an evolving body of work. Through large-scale photorealist drawings, photography, collage, video and installation, Horton reflects on…
- Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
- Recurring daily
Get ready for an epic adventure at the Cincinnati Museum Center, where Ryan “Brickman” McNaught brings Jurassic World to life with more than 6 million LEGO bricks. Step through the iconic park gates, encounter life-size dinosaurs including T. rex, Triceratops and Velociraptors…
- Neusole Glassworks
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a hands-on glass art experience that brings creativity and connection together. You and your loved ones can craft a beautiful vase and sculpt a matching flower from hot molten glass, creating a one-of-a-kind keepsake to remember the day. Open to ages…
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Northside Farmers Market, a beloved community staple since 2002. What started with a few vendors selling produce from their trucks has grown into a bustling year-round market. Explore the local flavors and artisan goods offered by over 20…
Enjoy live folk, roots and Americana music on the Fifth Third Bank Center Stage at Fountain Square. Grab a drink during Happy Hour from 4–6 p.m. and relax with live tunes. The Lineup: April 29 | Ma Crow & The Flock May 6 | Turtle Mountain and Ryan Harvey May 20 | Adam…
- Blooms & Berries Farm Market
- Recurring daily
Strawberry Days at Blooms & Berries Farm Market is one of the Cincinnati region's most beloved spring traditions. Open daily, this limited-time festival celebrates strawberry season with fresh U-pick strawberries, a 40+ animal petting farm, train rides, a strawberry bounce…
Celebrate the arrival of summer at Hofbräuhaus Newport during June’s Keg Tapping Celebration, featuring the seasonal release of Hopfen Weizen. This citrusy, hop-forward take on the classic hefeweizen delivers bright, juicy flavor with a crisp finish and is brewed specially for…
Get ready to sip your way through Cincinnati like never before with the Cincy Bourbon, Beer and Wine Tour. This spirited experience pairs drinks with stories aboard Cincinnati’s free Connector streetcar. It’s more than a bar hop — it’s a curated downtown adventure featuring five…
The scariest thing isn’t the haunted house — it’s growing up. "The House on Watch Hill" is a thrilling new musical full of nostalgia, heart and a touch of the supernatural. Based on true events, it follows a group of teen misfits in the summer of 1984 who set out to build the…
- Recurring daily
There’s no place like home and this journey will make you see it in a whole new light. Dive into a spellbinding outdoor escape game inspired by L. Frank Baum’s classic Oz universe. Try to outsmart the witch by solving clues, cracking puzzles, and exploring your city, guided…
- Gaslight Bar & Grill
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Kick Out the Jams returns to the Clifton Gaslight District, bringing back the full-stage lighting, sound and effects that set the tone for a night of karaoke, crowd-pleasing moments and plenty of fun. It’s all happening at the Gaslight Bar & Grill, where you are invited to…
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Celebrate the talent and creativity of regional artists at the Woman’s Art Club of Cincinnati (WACC)’s 2026 Signature Member Exhibition and Sale, hosted at ARTclectic Art Gallery. This highly anticipated showcase features a curated collection of original works from WACC’s…
- Washington Park
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
No contracts, no excuses, just workout classes every Wednesday in Washington Park. Workouts on the Green are free, and anyone is welcome to attend, no matter their skill level. Please bring your own towel, mat and water. Washington Park will not provide equipment. April-May…
This spring, Elm Street Plaza is celebrating the addition of new public art installations! Each week, join Artist Talks, featuring one of the artists discussing their artwork, inspirations and creative process. Artist Talks will take place adjacent to each featured artist’s…
Friends of Music Hall partners with Rhinegeist Brewery to bring you a unique tour experience. Enter the world of late nineteenth-century history as the tour uncovers the surprising intersection of the Cincinnati beer industry and its contributions to the development of Music…
- Queen City Radio
- Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Step into Cincinnati’s haunted past with Nightly Spirits’ Cincinnati Booze and Boos Tour. Begin your eerie journey at Queen City Radio, where a guide will lead you through Over-the-Rhine’s most haunted spots. Wander past historic buildings, hear spine-tingling ghost stories and…
- Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Learn about the evolution of Cincinnati while taking a scenic, multi-media tour of Newport and Covington, Kentucky during the Cincinnati History Bus Tour. Be amazed at how much you'll learn on this two-hour tour as you enjoy the rich history on both sides of the Ohio River. Get…
Step into the charming world of Jane Austen with Kate Hamill’s witty, unexpected adaptation of "Emma." Follow the headstrong matchmaker — convinced she can’t possibly fall in love — as she orchestrates romance for those around her, with heartwarming and hilarious results. This…
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
Every Thursday night, Nice Life OTR transforms into a space where music, movement and creative expression come together for Femme Frequency, a 21+ weekly nightlife experience hosted by DJ Ruze. Femme Frequency centers femme-forward talent with a rotating lineup of artists, makers…
Welcome to Git Gud Comedy Open Mic — your chance to test your punchlines, polish your sets or soak in some of the best up-and-coming comedy in Cincinnati! Happening every second and fourth Thursday at 7 p.m. in The Basement at The Comet, this open mic is a no-pressure, all-fun…