Social, Cultural, and Outdoor Opportunities in Cincinnati
Discover Cincinnati
Attractions & Museums
Attractions
| ArtWorks Mural Tours | Cincinnati is an awe-inspiring colorful art gallery. Walk through historic streets and explore our city’s impressive collection of downtown-area monumental murals. |
| BB Riverboats (in Newport, Kentucky) | BB Riverboats is the Official Riverboat Cruise Line of Cincinnati since 1979, offering premier sightseeing, dining, and private event cruises on the scenic Ohio River. |
| Carol Ann's Carousel | The carousel is an amazing work of art featuring original artwork by Jonathan Queen with panels depicting animal characters playing in one of the numerous Cincinnati parks. |
| Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden | Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is dedicated to creating adventure, conveying knowledge, conserving nature, and serving the community. |
| Findlay Market | Historic Findlay Market connects farmers, producers, sellers and customers in a dynamic, diverse public marketplace. |
| Fountain Square District | Aside from the never-ending activity and events on the Square itself, you’ll find signature restaurants and bars surround all four sides. |
| Krohn Conservatory | The conservatory has many features in a style called Art Deco that was very popular in 1933.The railings in the front lobby feature pictures in the metal that is an art deco style. |
| Newport Aquarium (in Newport, Kentucky) | SEA thousands of the world’s most exotic aquatic creatures as you waddle with playful penguins, meet a rare white alligator, be surrounded by sharks and surprised by smiling stingrays. |
| Sawyer Point and Yeatman's Cove | Overlooking the majestic Ohio River, Sawyer Point is a landmark destination in Cincinnati. |
| Serpentine Wall (at Sawyer Point) | Seasonal flooding is normal in this park, the Serpentine Wall gets a wash almost every year, sometimes several times! You can occasionally observe the sheer power of water by seeing whole trees float by. |
| UC Health Ice Rink (at Fountain Square District) | The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third Bank is an outdoor ice rink that takes over Fountain Square from November through February. Rink amenities include 600 pairs of rental skates, the WGU Warming Tent, a full-service concessions tent with hot and cold snacks, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, on-site parking, and restrooms. |
Museums
| Cincinnati Fire Museum | The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that Cincinnati has made to the firefighting profession. |
| Cincinnati Museum Center (at Union Terminal) | Cincinnati Museum Center will be known for its commitment to understanding the richness of our past, present and future by providing world-class learning experiences for children and adults. |
| National Underground Railroad Freedom Center | Rooted in the stories of the Underground Railroad, we illuminate the true meaning of inclusive freedom by presenting permanent and special exhibits that inspire, public programming that provoke dialogue and action, and educational resources that equip modern abolitionists. |
| Union Terminal | One of the last great American train stations built, Union Terminal is a Cincinnati icon and one of the most widely regarded examples of the art deco style. |
Cincinnati Sports
Baseball
| Major League Baseball (MLB) | Cincinnati Reds |
| Frontier League (FL) | Florence Y'alls |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Basketball
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Cross Country
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Football
| National Football League (NFL) | Cincinnati Bengals |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Golf
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Hockey
| East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) | Cincinnati Cyclones |
Lacrosse
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Soccer
| Major League Soccer (MLS) | FC Cincinnati |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Swimming & Diving
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Tennis
| Women's Tennis Association (WTA) | Cincinnati Open |
| Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) | Cincinnati Open |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Track & Field
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Volleyball
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Cincinnati Bearcats |
Live Music Venues, Events, & Festivals
Events
| Art After Dark | Discover art together during our second annual event in partnership with ArtsWave Pride! Enjoy music ; short film screenings; LGBTQ+ related scavenger hunts; docent-led tours of the collection; goods and books for sale, food; cash bars and more! |
| Art in the Park (in Bellevue, Kentucky) | Join Bellevue Art in the Park for fine art and craft show. |
| Art on Vine | A Monthly Local Fine Art and hand made good Market Featuring Over 80+ Artists and Makers from Ohio and Beyond. |
| Asianati Night Market (at BLINK Cincinnati) | Experience the vibrant tastes, sounds, and smells of Asia’s night markets over four unforgettable nights. Enjoy a variety of Asian cuisine, entertainment, games, and activities under the enchanting glow of colorful lantern lights and captivating art installations. |
| Second Sunday on Main (SSOM) | SSOM is a monthly neighborhood street festival in Cincinnati's historic Over-The-Rhine neighborhood. |
| The City Flea | The City Flea is Cincinnati's original curated, urban flea market that takes place once a month at Washington Park and various other locations through out the year. |
Festivals
| Asian Food Fest | This 2-day food extravaganza celebrating Asian culture and cuisine attracts nearly 100,000 attendees and is one of the Cincinnati region’s fastest growing and most culturally diverse events. |
| BLINK Cincinnati | From its first event in 2017, BLINK’s founding team sought to nurture a sense of community and connection through public art. They came together, a collection of creatives, entrepreneurs, local artists, art enthusiasts and arts supporters, wanting to show Cincinnati what a future city could be – through an unforgettable art experience. |
| Bockfest | Bockfest® is Cincinnati’s annual celebration of Spring, Over-the-Rhine's brewing heritage, and Bock Beer. |
| Cincinnati Celtic Festival | The Guinness Cincinnati Celtic Festival presented by Red Leprechaun year directly in front of the Great American Ballpark on Freedom Way. |
| Cincinnati Fringe Festival | A 14-day celebration of theatre, art, music, film, dance, and everything between — it’s Cincinnati’s Summer Theatre Party! Heading into our 21st year, Cincy Fringe (as it’s succinctly known) presents over 170 performances of 35+ theatre productions each May and June, plus art galleries, screenings, concerts, workshops, classes, and nightly parties. |
| Cincinnati International Wine Festival | The Cincinnati International Wine Festival was founded in 1991 by industry legend and wine enthusiast Russ Wiles, President of Heidelberg Distributing. It was his vision to create an event to bring thousands of people together through the wondrous world of wine with the proceeds benefiting local non-profits. |
| Cincinnati Music Festival | From its launch in 1962 as a premier jazz festival, the Cincinnati Music Festival has grown into an annual three-day event featuring R&B, pop, jazz, soul and hip-hop artists. |
| Cincinnati Pride Festival | The purpose of Cincinnati Pride is to provide the Greater Cincinnati LGBTQIA+ community and our allies a forum that promotes inclusion and acceptance while affirming individuality. We work to produce programs that inspire, educate, and commemorate our rich history, while also celebrating our diverse culture. |
| Cincy Beerfest | Cleveland Beerfest | Explore over 150 craft brews from local breweries and beyond, alongside exciting new offerings from craft wineries and distilleries. With two sessions to choose from— Saturday day and Saturday evening — you’ll have the perfect opportunity to sip, savor and sample delicious bites from the on-site food booths. |
| Goettafest (Glier's Goettafest) | What is the only thing better than a full weekend of delicious Glier's Goetta, Live Music, and Family Fun? Two full weekends of delicious Glier's Goetta, Live Music, and Family Fun! 8 days of GOETTAFEST! |
| Italian Festival (in Newport, Kentucky) | |
| Oktoberfest Zinzinnati | First held in 1976, the nation’s largest Oktoberfest grew even bigger as a record 818,532 attendees celebrate the rich German heritage of Southwest Ohio. |
| PNC Festival of Lights (at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden) | In addition to admiring the beauty of 5 million LED lights, visitors can find the 5 Fiona fairies in Fairyland, take in a blacklight puppet show, marvel at the spectacular Wild Lights on Swan Lake, or snack at one of our seasonal concessions. |
| Ohio Renaissance Festival (in Waynesville, Ohio) | Immerse yourself in a world of lively shows, tantalizing food & drink, and unique shops that transport you back in time to the days of knights and queens. |
| Taste of Cincinnati | Come experience the new as well as the tried and true foods that make our region great. Stay for the entertainment and to mingle with friends and family. You won’t want to miss it! |
Large Music Venues
| Bogart's | Bogart's is a music venue located in the Corryville neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio, near the University of Cincinnati, across Vine Street from the former Sudsy Malone's Rock 'n Roll Laundry & Bar. |
| Heritage Bank Center | Heritage Bank Center is an indoor arena in downtown Cincinnati, adjacent to Great American Ball Park. It was completed in September 1975 and named Riverfront Coliseum because of its placement next to Riverfront Stadium. |
| MegaCorp Pavilion (in Newport, Kentucky) | Whether indoor or out, the venue offers unparalleled viewable intimacy. Acoustically, it's designed to capture and translate the truest experience possible. Structurally, it's divided into three independent concert spaces: indoor music hall, indoor club, and an outdoor amphitheater. |
| Riverbend Music Center | PNC Pavillion | Riverbend Music Center is an outdoor amphitheater located in Cincinnati, Ohio, along the banks of the Ohio River. It has a capacity of 20,500 and was built for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, to allow them to play in an outdoor venue during the summer months. |
| The Andrew J. Brady Music Center | The Andrew J. Brady Music Center is a music venue in Cincinnati, Ohio, located in The Banks neighborhood on the Ohio River. The venue opened in July 2021. The year-round facility includes an outdoor stage for concerts and festivals in the park adjacent to the venue. |
Small Music Venues
| Ludlow Garage | Your neighborhood gastropub is a true Cincinnati icon where world-class musicians have been coming to play for decades. Come and experience what makes the Ludlow Garage a true Cincinnati staple with the restaurant and music community. |
| Madison Theater | Madison Live! (in Covington, Kentucky) | Restored old-time movie house known for hosting headliner rock-music acts & other events. |
| Molly Malone's (in Covington, Kentucky) | Molly Malone’s is an authentic Irish owned and operated restaurant & pub located at the foot of the Roebling bridge in Roebling Point, Covington, KY, across the river from Paul Brown stadium & the Great American Ball Park of Cincinnati. |
| MOTR Pub | MOTR Pub is located in the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. MOTR is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat and enjoy some live music! We consistently host the best local, regional, national and international bands on a professional stage with top of the line production. |
| Northside Tavern | A Cincinnati staple featuring free, original, live music almost every night, local craft brews on tap, and a year-round outdoor patio! |
| Northside Yacht Club | Relax and unwind at an outdoor bar in Cincinnati. Enjoy live music, delicious drinks, and a dog-friendly atmosphere. |
| Pandemonium (in Covington, Kentucky) | |
| Southgate Revival House (in Newport, Kentucky) | Live music and historic events venue with full bar service and entertainment nightly, featuring regional and international artists. |
| The Comet | A rough-&-ready hang doling out basic Mexican eats & offering a pool table & frequent live music. |
| The Mockbee | Multi-level event space with a bar, lounge area, and tunnel room for dancing. |
Parks & Recreation
Parks/Facilities
| Ault Park | Ault Park is one of Southwest Ohio’s regional parks, located in the neighborhood of Mt. Lookout, it provides picnic facilities, nature trails, children’s play areas, and lookout points to view the majestic Ohio River. |
| Burnet Woods & Trailside Nature Center | This 90-acre park near the University of Cincinnati, in Clifton, sports hiking trails, a fishing lake, a historic bandstand, playgrounds, shelters, picnic areas, and a disc golf course. |
| Eden Park | Eden Park is nestled between East Walnut Hills and Mt. Adams and is home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and the Krohn Conservatory, making Eden Park one of the most popular parks in Cincinnati. |
| Hyde Park Square | Hyde Park Square is a small sitting park that is located in the center of Hyde Park, a vibrant urban square that features eclectic shops and eateries. |
| Mt. Airy Forest | Located between Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest is the largest Cincinnati Park, with 1,459 acres that include miles of hiking trails and multi-use mountain biking trails. |
| Mt. Echo Park | This magnificent park’s 84 acres include steep wooded hillsides, hiking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a unique historic reservable picnic shelter. |
| Sawyer Point and Yeatman's Cove | Overlooking the majestic Ohio River, Sawyer Point is a landmark destination in Cincinnati. |
| Smale Riverfront Park | Smale Park is a wonderful location to view the Ohio river and bustling river traffic, a place to gather and celebrate as a community, and an open space to help one be inspired. |
| Washington Park | The newly renovated and expanded Washington Park is an important civic space in the heart of Cincinnati that has evolved over the last 150 years to accommodate the needs and aspirations of the community. |
| Ziegler Park | Ziegler Park is a joint effort between Cincinnati Parks, Cincinnati Recreation Commisson, and 3CDC. The park features a playground, lawn area, pool, basketball courts, and games. |
Cincinnati Recreation Committee
Performing & Visual Arts
Music
| Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra | Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is catalyzed by systemic injustice and inequality perpetuated by individuals and institutions. |
| Cincinnati Opera | Whether you’re a lifelong opera lover or discovering it for the first time, we invite you to explore the rich history and dynamic future of Cincinnati Opera. |
| Music Hall | The iconic arts venue is home to the Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and May Festival. |
Visual Art
| Cincinnati Art Museum | The Cincinnati Art Museum features a diverse, encyclopedic art collection of more than 73,000 works spanning 6,000 years. |
| Contemporary Arts Center | The Contemporary Arts Center brings art and the creative process to all people through exhibitions, performances, and experiences that open minds. |
| DAAP Galleries | The DAAP Galleries at the University of Cincinnati are intended to present exhibitions to the university population as well as the region’s general public with the goal of providing a setting that will promote the open exchange of ideas and concepts using a variety of visual practices. |
| Taft Museum of Art | The Taft Museum of Art is recognized nationally as a museum leader that passionately engages people with the arts as envisioned generations ago. |
Theatre/Musical Theatre
| Aronoff Center for the Arts | The Aronoff is home to numerous resident companies including Broadway in Cincinnati presented by TriHealth, Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Music Theatre, Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative, Contemporary Dance Theater, Exhale Dance Tribe, Mutual Dance Theatre, and Revolution Dance Theatre. |
| Cincinnati Ballet | To enrich, expand, and excel in the art of dance through world-class performance, a high-caliber academy, and impactful education and engagement from local to global communities. |
| Cincinnati Music Theatre | One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, CMT is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-winning musicals to enthusiastic audiences from across the Greater Cincinnati area. |
| Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park | We are Cincinnati's national theatre – committed to bringing diverse, engaging works of great artistry to our community and to putting Cincinnati's artistic excellence in the national spotlight. |
| Taft Theatre | Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the Taft Theatre hosts the very best in live music, comedy & theatre events! |
Public Libraries
| Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library is one of the biggest and busiest libraries in the country, supporting minds of all kinds. | |
| Veterans Health Library (Virtual/Online) | Hosts health information and resources, written using plain language, health literacy, and accessibility principles, with many materials in both English and Spanish. |
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Cincinnati, OH 45219-0796
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