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. 

Unforgettable underground experiences in the Cincy Region

Cincinnati’s underground treasures offer a fascinating journey into its rich history and hidden secrets. From the remnants of an abandoned brewery to the mysterious tunnels of the infamous Over-the-Rhine neighborhood , these subterranean wonders promise an unforgettable exploration of the city's…

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Gotta Get Your Goetta in the Cincy Region

Skylin​e Chili and Graeter's Ice Cream are Cincy Region staples that well known throughout the states of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. There's a lesser-known dish, however, that many Cincy locals also enjoy, goetta. Pronounced get-uh, this meaty dish is unique to the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky…

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Best Things to do over 4th of July Weekend in Cincy

The Fourth of July weekend is booming with excitement in Cincinnati! Let us help you find something fun to do this year. *Blog post is updated annually BB Riverboats (photo: BB Riverboats) Special events happening over the 4th of July Weekend in Cincinnati From professional sports and live music to…

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Top family-friendly hiking trails in the Cincy Region

For some good old-fashioned, free, family fun in the Cincy Region, take a hike with the whole family. Spending time outside is beneficial for everyone but especially kids–what kid doesn’t love the freedom to run wild? When you’re exploring Cincy, don’t miss exploring the great outdoors. To help you…

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What To Do Memorial Day Weekend in the Cincy Region

Memorial Day Weekend officially kicks off the summer season and there are so many ways to celebrate in the Cincy Region. Whether you’re traveling with kids, ready to play ball, or enjoying a grown up weekend, this guide highlights some of the great Memorial Day Weekend offerings in in the region…

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Crowning Local - The Entertainer - Madame Mira

Originally published in the 2024 Cincy Region Visitors Guide. Interview by Amy Lynch. What makes our region special? Hear it straight from one of our local experts: Madame Mira, founder and producer of Queen Bee Cabaret. Credit: Madame Mira How did you first get into dancing burlesque? Do you have…

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Crowning Local - The Pawitician - Mayor Wilbur

Originally published in the 2024 Cincy Region Visitors Guide. Interview by Amy Lynch. What makes our region special? Hear it straight from one of our local experts: Wilbur, a French Bulldog and elected Mayor of Rabbit Hash, Kentucky, since 2020. Credit: Mayor Wilbur How did you get this job? Our…

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Crowning Local - The Restaurateur - Chef Hideki Harada

Originally published in the 2024 Cincy Region Visitors Guide. Interview by Nick Dekker. What makes our region special? Hear it straight from one of our local experts: Chef Hideki Harada, a James Beard-nominated chef who owns Kiki in College Hill, Sen by Kiki at Findlay Market and Daruma downtown…

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Crowning Local - The Historian - Dr. Anne Delano Steinert

Originally published in the 2024 Cincy Region Visitors Guide. Interview by Ann Fazzini. What makes our region special? Hear it straight from one of our local experts: Dr. Anne Delano Steinert, assistant professor of history at the University of Cincinnati and founding board chair of the…

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