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. 

Attending an FC Cincinnati Match at TQL Stadium in Cincy

It’s no secret that Cincy is a sports town. Soccer is the newest professional sport in Cincinnati, thanks to FC Cincinnati’ s rapid rise to the Major Leagues. From the very beginning, the Cincy Region has embraced the team - going so far as to even break several attendance records for the whole…

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How to Explore The Banks in Cincinnati like a Local

If you want to understand The Banks in downtown Cincinnati, you first have to take a little trip back in time. While the development of this district is a newer part of the Cincy Region’s history, the banks of the Ohio River are certainly not. The city was first settled in the late 1700s by folks…

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How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Cincy Like a Local

This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday, which means partygoers will have the weekend before to imbibe green beer and make bad decisions. The city is chock full of events, ranging from a hockey game, a parade, to all-day food and drink events. Cincy may not dye its river green like Chicago…

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Cincinnati Reds Opening Day Festivities

This post is updated annually. Since the late 19th century, the Cincinnati Reds have been the only Major League Baseball team given the privilege of starting every season at home. It’s no wonder that Reds Opening Day is a can't-miss annual celebration! If you've never experienced a Reds Opening Day…

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A Night Out at the Aronoff in Downtown Cincy

Cincinnati's Aronoff Center for the Arts is a vibrant cultural hub that draws theatergoers from around the region. You'll find a diverse range of live shows to pick from, including Off-Broadway productions, ballets, concerts, stand-up comedy and more. Whether you’re a local or visiting the Queen…

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Celebrate Black History Month in the Cincy Region

What makes a destination somewhere great to both visit and live? It's the people! The Cincy Region has an incredible and unique culture thanks to a rich history and significant, continued contributions from its people. This February, discover Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky museums…

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Observing MLK Day in the Cincy Region

The life and enduring legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is honored every year in the Cincy Region with a full day of local events. Mark your calendars for January 19, 2026, for a day of community, culture and reflection. Start the day with the annual King Legacy Celebration at the…

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Ice Skating Adventures in Cincy Region

If you're looking for a fun activity to do all winter long, we suggest ice skating! Bundle up and hit the ice at these incredible indoor and outdoor ice rinks throughout Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. This article is updated annually. Ice Skating at Elm Street Plaza A decades-old tradition, the…

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