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Flying Pig Marathon Weekend
Central Business District Over-the-Rhine Pendleton The Banks
It’s the largest weekend party in town, and you can be part of it! Whether you’re a runner or walker, whether you want to volunteer or cheer, whether you want to participate for charity, or just for your own satisfaction, we’d love for you to join us. Sign up today and be part of the Pig Party
Address: Various Locations, Cincinnati OH 45202
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50 West Mile
Over-the-Rhine
Friday, May 3 | 7PM
The Fifty West Mile kicks off Flying Pig Marathon weekend and is the second leg of the TQL Beer Series, the three-race event celebrating Cincinnati’s rich brewing history and benefiting the Over-the-Rhine Brewery District. Everyone is invited to take part in the Fifty West Mile, whether you walk or run. The Fifty West Mile start location has moved back to the original start line. The race will start on West Pete Rose Way on the back side of Longworth Hall . The course goes west to turn on Mehring Way for a straight finish near the Anderson Pavilion.Address: West Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati OH 45202
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Desi Banks: The Purpose Chaser Tour
Over-the-Rhine
Friday, May 3 | 7PM
Atlanta-native comedian and actor Desi Banks announced 6 additional dates for his ‘The Purpose Chaser’ Tour. The new dates will kick off on February 2nd at The Fillmore in Philadelphia making stops across the U.S. including a performance at Taft Theatre in Cincinnati, OH on Friday, May 3.Address: Taft Theatre, Cincinnati OH 45202
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Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
Over-the-Rhine
Sunday, May 5th | 12pm-6pm
Join us for an electrifying Cinco De Mayo Festival at OTR StillHouse Distillery ! Join us for a vibrant fiesta that celebrates the rich tapestry of culture, music, and community, all against the backdrop of infectious R&B, Afrobeats, and Hip-Hop rhythms. Get ready to experience a festival experience like no other. Step into a festival atmosphere bursting with energy and excitement, as OTR Stillhouse transforms into a hub of Cinco de Mayo festivities. From colorful decorations to lively DJ performances, every corner will be alive with the spirit of celebration. Prepare to dance the day away as talented entertainers take the stage, delivering electrifying performances that blend the soulful melodies of R&B with the infectious beats of Hip-Hop. Whatever you HAD planned will not compare to the different games, vendors, amazing food, amazing music and iconic environment! Event Details: 📅 Date: May 5th 2024 🕕 12pm- 6pm | 21+ Only 🏢 Venue:OTR StillHouse: 2017 Branch Street, Cincinnati, OH 45214 🎟️ Power Hour, Games, PhotoBooth, Cornhole, Raffles, Giveaways, Contests & More Activations Will Be Present Admission: Standard Admission or VIP Admission What to Expect: 🎈Electric Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the festival mood with many different types of activities and music that will keep you moving and grooving.Address: OTR Stillhouse, Cincinnati OH 45202
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Cincy Cinco at Fountain Square
Central Business District
Saturday and Sunday May 4-5 |12 to 10 pm and 12 to 6 pm
For 20 years, Cincy-Cinco has brought the best Latino music, dance, and food to Cincinnati. The celebration continues at Fountain Square for the 20th Aniversario event on May 4th & 5th! This year’s event will be más GRANDE, más DIVERTIDO, y más DELICIOSO than ever. #ilovec5 Cincy-Cinco, the tri-state region’s premier Latino festival, is a family-friendly event that showcases Latino culture, values, and traditions. Supporters from many cultures come to celebrate Hispanic culture and share some Latin American traditions with the community. Food vendors, local dancers, and musicians gather for a fiesta all weekend long! Admission is FREE!Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati 45202
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Jazz at the Square
Central Business District
Tuesday Evenings | 5-8PM
Visit the Square on Tuesday evenings for live Jazz music from local and regional acts, 5:00 – 8:00p! All Fountain Square performances are FREE and open to the public. No tickets required.2024 Performer Lineup
- April 2nd: The Tim McCord Quartet
- April 9th: Ed “Sax” Thomas
- April 16th: Emily Grace Jordan
- April 23rd: Keigo Hirakawa Quartet
- April 30th: Grace Lincoln & Brad Meyers
- May 7th: Sophia Troyer Duo
- May 14th: Dee Marie Quartet
- May 21st: Pamela Mallory Trio
- May 28th: Mandy Gaines
- June 4th: Chris Andrew Quartet
- June 11th: Phil DeGreg / Rick Van Matre
- June 18th: Michael Mavridoglou Quintet
- June 25th: Jamey Abersold Quartet
- July 2nd: Justin Dawson Quartet
- July 9th: Myles Ellington Twitty Quintet
- July 16th: Phil Tipton Quintet
- July 23rd: The Semaj’ A Consort
- July 30th: Mike Wade Quintet
- August 6th: Retro Nouveau
- August 13th: Marc Fields Quintet
- August 20th: Eric Wurselbacher Quartet
- August 27th: Eric Lechliter/Michael Mavridoglou Trumpet Summit
- September 3rd: Estrado do Sol
- September 10th: Ricky Nye, Inc.
- September 17th: Patsy Meyer
- September 24th: Hank Stephens & Erin Stuckey
- October 1st: Kelly Mackenzie-Thurley & Ben Tweedt Duo
- October 8th: Bobby Sharp Trip with Jennifer Ellis
Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati OH 45202
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Salsa on the Square
Central Business District
Every Thursday | 7-10PM
Get ready to step and spin your way through the night at Salsa on the Square! Salsa on the Square, brought to you by P&G, is coming back to Fountain Square every Thursday from 7-10pm! This event features live local and regional Latin bands specializing in Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, and Latin Jazz. In addition to the live music, local dance instructors host large dance classes teaching basic and intermediate Latin dancing. Come early for Happy Hour and get $1 off all alcoholic beverages! All Fountain Square performances are FREE and open to the public. No tickets required.Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati Oh 45202
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Cincinnati’s 5th Annual Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl
Over-the-Rhine
April 27 | 1-6PM
The Taco & Tequila Crawl is back on April 27th! Come stroll through the OTR eating tacos, enjoying exclusive margarita, tequila, and beer specials. Let's taco 'bout a party!! 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀: With your ticket, you'll start with our registration party. You'll receive your map to guide you to 5+ bars & taco tokens that you can exchange in at any participating bar for your free signature taco. Each stop will have discounted signature margaritas, beer, and tequila shots. We'll have DJ's at a few stops for you to dance off your tacos & margs. You'll go at your own pace eating the best tacos & sipping tasty margs at 5+ bars until you end at our after party for the ultimate fiesta. 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁: Got a squad of 8 or more? Msg us for a promo code. info@barcrawlusa.comAddress: Participating Bars, Cincinnati OH 45202
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Children of Eden
Over-the-Rhine
April 26 - May 4 | Various Times
Based on the story of Genesis, the age-old conflict of parents and children takes the stage in this epic, heartfelt Stephen Schwartz musical. Adam, Eve, Noah, and the "Father" who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message that "the hardest part of love is letting go."Address: Aronoff Center , Cincinnati OH 45202
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Views and Brews
The Banks
Friday, May 17 | 6PM-10PM
Spend a spring evening enjoying beautiful park views and sipping tasty craft brews while benefiting Cincinnati Parks Foundation. Participation in the Emerging Leaders' Views and Brews provides essential support towards our mission to conserve, enhance, and activate our community's shared greenspaces.Address: Smale Riverfront Park, Schmidlapp Lawn, Cincinnati OH 45202
Phone: (513) 861-0023
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The Match Game
Over-the-Rhine
April 13- May 5 | Various Times
A world premiere dramedy! Steph has typical mid-life woes on her plate: a precocious daughter about to graduate high school and an absentee father who just moved in, who may or may not be faking dementia. Oh, and did we mention she has a little bit of cancer? Steph has ulterior motives for letting in her dad and a grand scheme to pull it off. When the family gathers for a birthday party with a hidden agenda, they’re forced to confront the truths they’ve been too afraid to acknowledge. The 2022 winner of the Jackie Demaline playwriting competition, this world premiere dramedy hilariously reflects on how families aren’t always well matched.Address: Ensemble Theatre, Cincinnati OH 45202
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African Modernism in America
Over-the-Rhine
Feb 10 - May 19 2024 | African Modernism in America features nearly 80 dynamic and vivid works of art created in Africa during the 1950s and ’60s. Co-organized by the American Federation of Arts and Fisk University Galleries, the exhibition explores the relationships formed between African artists and American patrons, artists, and cultural organizations amid the interlocking histories of civil rights, decolonization, and the Cold War. Many of the paintings, sculptures, and works on paper in the show were drawn from Fisk’s remarkable collection of gifts from the Harmon Foundation. Following World War II, this foundation, along with other institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Fisk University, and other historically Black colleges and universities, supported and exhibited the work of Black artists, including the important modern African artists Ben Enwonwu (Nigeria), Ibrahim El-Salahi (Sudan), and Skunder Boghossian (Ethiopia). Showing African art in the United States rooted it in the present and encouraged American audiences to engage with African artists as contemporaries. The inventive nature of the works in this exhibition challenges the assumptions of the time about African art being isolated to a “primitive past.” Some pieces took inspiration from early Christian art, West African sculpture, and Nigerian literature, while others reflect the influences of American jazz and modern European art.
Address: Taft Museum of Art, CIncinnati OH 4520211
Flying Pig Marathon Weekend
It’s the largest weekend party in town, and you can be part of it! Whether you’re a runner or walker, whether you want to volunteer or cheer, whether you want to participate for charity, or just for your own satisfaction, we’d love for you to join us. Sign up today and be part of the Pig Party
Address: Various Locations, Cincinnati OH 45202
Central Business District
Over-the-Rhine
Pendleton
The Banks
50 West Mile
Friday, May 3 | 7PM
The Fifty West Mile kicks off Flying Pig Marathon weekend and is the second leg of the TQL Beer Series, the three-race event celebrating Cincinnati’s rich brewing history and benefiting the Over-the-Rhine Brewery District. Everyone is invited to take part in the Fifty West Mile, whether you walk or run. The Fifty West Mile start location has moved back to the original start line. The race will start on West Pete Rose Way on the back side of Longworth Hall . The course goes west to turn on Mehring Way for a straight finish near the Anderson Pavilion.Desi Banks: The Purpose Chaser Tour
Friday, May 3 | 7PM
Atlanta-native comedian and actor Desi Banks announced 6 additional dates for his ‘The Purpose Chaser’ Tour. The new dates will kick off on February 2nd at The Fillmore in Philadelphia making stops across the U.S. including a performance at Taft Theatre in Cincinnati, OH on Friday, May 3.Address: Taft Theatre, Cincinnati OH 45202
Over-the-Rhine
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
Sunday, May 5th | 12pm-6pm
Join us for an electrifying Cinco De Mayo Festival at OTR StillHouse Distillery ! Join us for a vibrant fiesta that celebrates the rich tapestry of culture, music, and community, all against the backdrop of infectious R&B, Afrobeats, and Hip-Hop rhythms. Get ready to experience a festival experience like no other. Step into a festival atmosphere bursting with energy and excitement, as OTR Stillhouse transforms into a hub of Cinco de Mayo festivities. From colorful decorations to lively DJ performances, every corner will be alive with the spirit of celebration. Prepare to dance the day away as talented entertainers take the stage, delivering electrifying performances that blend the soulful melodies of R&B with the infectious beats of Hip-Hop. Whatever you HAD planned will not compare to the different games, vendors, amazing food, amazing music and iconic environment! Event Details: 📅 Date: May 5th 2024 🕕 12pm- 6pm | 21+ Only 🏢 Venue:OTR StillHouse: 2017 Branch Street, Cincinnati, OH 45214 🎟️ Power Hour, Games, PhotoBooth, Cornhole, Raffles, Giveaways, Contests & More Activations Will Be Present Admission: Standard Admission or VIP Admission What to Expect: 🎈Electric Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the festival mood with many different types of activities and music that will keep you moving and grooving.Cincy Cinco at Fountain Square
Saturday and Sunday May 4-5 |12 to 10 pm and 12 to 6 pm
For 20 years, Cincy-Cinco has brought the best Latino music, dance, and food to Cincinnati. The celebration continues at Fountain Square for the 20th Aniversario event on May 4th & 5th! This year’s event will be más GRANDE, más DIVERTIDO, y más DELICIOSO than ever. #ilovec5 Cincy-Cinco, the tri-state region’s premier Latino festival, is a family-friendly event that showcases Latino culture, values, and traditions. Supporters from many cultures come to celebrate Hispanic culture and share some Latin American traditions with the community. Food vendors, local dancers, and musicians gather for a fiesta all weekend long! Admission is FREE!Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati 45202
Central Business District
Jazz at the Square
Tuesday Evenings | 5-8PM
Visit the Square on Tuesday evenings for live Jazz music from local and regional acts, 5:00 – 8:00p! All Fountain Square performances are FREE and open to the public. No tickets required.2024 Performer Lineup
- April 2nd: The Tim McCord Quartet
- April 9th: Ed “Sax” Thomas
- April 16th: Emily Grace Jordan
- April 23rd: Keigo Hirakawa Quartet
- April 30th: Grace Lincoln & Brad Meyers
- May 7th: Sophia Troyer Duo
- May 14th: Dee Marie Quartet
- May 21st: Pamela Mallory Trio
- May 28th: Mandy Gaines
- June 4th: Chris Andrew Quartet
- June 11th: Phil DeGreg / Rick Van Matre
- June 18th: Michael Mavridoglou Quintet
- June 25th: Jamey Abersold Quartet
- July 2nd: Justin Dawson Quartet
- July 9th: Myles Ellington Twitty Quintet
- July 16th: Phil Tipton Quintet
- July 23rd: The Semaj’ A Consort
- July 30th: Mike Wade Quintet
- August 6th: Retro Nouveau
- August 13th: Marc Fields Quintet
- August 20th: Eric Wurselbacher Quartet
- August 27th: Eric Lechliter/Michael Mavridoglou Trumpet Summit
- September 3rd: Estrado do Sol
- September 10th: Ricky Nye, Inc.
- September 17th: Patsy Meyer
- September 24th: Hank Stephens & Erin Stuckey
- October 1st: Kelly Mackenzie-Thurley & Ben Tweedt Duo
- October 8th: Bobby Sharp Trip with Jennifer Ellis
Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati OH 45202
Central Business District
https://myfountainsquare.com/series/jazz-at-the-square-2024/
Salsa on the Square
Every Thursday | 7-10PM
Get ready to step and spin your way through the night at Salsa on the Square! Salsa on the Square, brought to you by P&G, is coming back to Fountain Square every Thursday from 7-10pm! This event features live local and regional Latin bands specializing in Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, and Latin Jazz. In addition to the live music, local dance instructors host large dance classes teaching basic and intermediate Latin dancing. Come early for Happy Hour and get $1 off all alcoholic beverages! All Fountain Square performances are FREE and open to the public. No tickets required.Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati Oh 45202
Central Business District
https://myfountainsquare.com/series/salsa-on-the-square-2024/
Cincinnati’s 5th Annual Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl
April 27 | 1-6PM
The Taco & Tequila Crawl is back on April 27th! Come stroll through the OTR eating tacos, enjoying exclusive margarita, tequila, and beer specials. Let's taco 'bout a party!! 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀: With your ticket, you'll start with our registration party. You'll receive your map to guide you to 5+ bars & taco tokens that you can exchange in at any participating bar for your free signature taco. Each stop will have discounted signature margaritas, beer, and tequila shots. We'll have DJ's at a few stops for you to dance off your tacos & margs. You'll go at your own pace eating the best tacos & sipping tasty margs at 5+ bars until you end at our after party for the ultimate fiesta. 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁: Got a squad of 8 or more? Msg us for a promo code. info@barcrawlusa.comChildren of Eden
April 26 - May 4 | Various Times
Based on the story of Genesis, the age-old conflict of parents and children takes the stage in this epic, heartfelt Stephen Schwartz musical. Adam, Eve, Noah, and the "Father" who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message that "the hardest part of love is letting go."Address: Aronoff Center , Cincinnati OH 45202
Over-the-Rhine
https://www.cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/children-of-eden
Views and Brews
Friday, May 17 | 6PM-10PM
Spend a spring evening enjoying beautiful park views and sipping tasty craft brews while benefiting Cincinnati Parks Foundation. Participation in the Emerging Leaders' Views and Brews provides essential support towards our mission to conserve, enhance, and activate our community's shared greenspaces.Address: Smale Riverfront Park, Schmidlapp Lawn, Cincinnati OH 45202
The Banks
https://cincinnatiparksfoundation.org/programs/views-brews/
Phone Number: (513) 861-0023
The Match Game
April 13- May 5 | Various Times
A world premiere dramedy! Steph has typical mid-life woes on her plate: a precocious daughter about to graduate high school and an absentee father who just moved in, who may or may not be faking dementia. Oh, and did we mention she has a little bit of cancer? Steph has ulterior motives for letting in her dad and a grand scheme to pull it off. When the family gathers for a birthday party with a hidden agenda, they’re forced to confront the truths they’ve been too afraid to acknowledge. The 2022 winner of the Jackie Demaline playwriting competition, this world premiere dramedy hilariously reflects on how families aren’t always well matched.Address: Ensemble Theatre, Cincinnati OH 45202
Over-the-Rhine
African Modernism in America
Feb 10 - May 19 2024 | African Modernism in America features nearly 80 dynamic and vivid works of art created in Africa during the 1950s and ’60s. Co-organized by the American Federation of Arts and Fisk University Galleries, the exhibition explores the relationships formed between African artists and American patrons, artists, and cultural organizations amid the interlocking histories of civil rights, decolonization, and the Cold War. Many of the paintings, sculptures, and works on paper in the show were drawn from Fisk’s remarkable collection of gifts from the Harmon Foundation. Following World War II, this foundation, along with other institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Fisk University, and other historically Black colleges and universities, supported and exhibited the work of Black artists, including the important modern African artists Ben Enwonwu (Nigeria), Ibrahim El-Salahi (Sudan), and Skunder Boghossian (Ethiopia). Showing African art in the United States rooted it in the present and encouraged American audiences to engage with African artists as contemporaries. The inventive nature of the works in this exhibition challenges the assumptions of the time about African art being isolated to a “primitive past.” Some pieces took inspiration from early Christian art, West African sculpture, and Nigerian literature, while others reflect the influences of American jazz and modern European art.
Address: Taft Museum of Art, CIncinnati OH 4520211
Over-the-Rhine
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