Ready to snag tickets to the next big event in the Cincy Region? From music festivals and concerts to comedy shows and plays - here's our rundown of live entertainment. 

 

Music Festivals

Attending Cincinnati Music Festival in Cincy is a local tradition, going back decades and featuring the biggest r&b, soul, hip hop and blues stars you can think of. Voices of America is a nearby festival that annually features the latest and greatest country music artists. America's River Roots in October will be bringing national headliners to Cincy's riverfront. The 37th Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion is held annually at Smale Park, complete with a full of lineup of artists, including headliner Midnight Star. From Grammy winners to local celebrities, check out these festivals. 

 

Large, Marquee Festivals

Festivals with Local Flavor

Live Concerts and Shows

The Cincy Region has MANY different venues of varying sizes - pulling in artists of all genres. The Andrew J Brady Music Center and MegaCorp Pavilion are new indoor/outdoor ampitheaters. Riverbend Music Center is a classic venue, with its sprawling lawn and stacked summer schedule. The historic Woodward Theater and 20th Century Theaters are both beautiful spaces to see live music - doubling as popular wedding venues. The downtown Hard Rock Casino boasts both an indoor event space as well as an outdoor lawn stage.

 

The next few months will see a lot of popular headliners - ranging from Todd Rundgren and Stevie Nicks to T-Pain and Weird Al.

 

Popular Local Venues

Upcoming Concerts

Free Events and Entertainment

In the Cincy Region there is no shortage of free live music and entertainment. You'll find a plethora of regular, free music series - like the Brady Block Parties, put on by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame also holds an annual induction ceremony and celebration at the Andrew J Brady Music Center - complete with red carpet star appearances and a free concert outside on the lawn. 

 

Free Music Events

With all these great free options, there's sure to be something that appeals to everyone. For more events, free or otherwise, check out our Things-To-Do and Event Calendar, then start planning your Cincy Region trip today!