Discover Downtown Cincinnati

Sunset Skates

The Banks

Catch a breeze and vibe at the Riverfront Skating Rink! Sunset Skate is a festival-style celebration of summer with DJ sets, roller skating, table tennis, cornhole and a rotation of themes and vendors to enjoy summer nights in a beautiful waterfront park setting.

Address: Riverfront Skating Park | 907 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati OH 45202

Phone: (513) 473-7276

Cincinnati Bengals vs Detriot Lions Preseason Home Game

The Banks

August 13th, 2026 | 7PM Cheer on the Bengals as they play the Detroit Lions in Paycor Stadium. Paycor Stadium, known as The Jungle, is located along the riverfront in downtown Cincinnati and is one of the best places to watch a football game.

Address: Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati OH 45202

Visit Cincy presents: FREE Summer Concerts at Fountain Square

Fountain District

5.29, 6.26, 8.07, 8.28, 9.25 | 7-10PM This concert is part of a series of Friday night national acts coming to the Square this summer. Thank you to our sponsors Visit Cincy & Fifth Third Bank. Events on Fountain Square are produced by 3CDC. Be sure to visit a nearby restaurant or bar before or after the show! The Fountain District offers everything from fast-casual to fine dining and tons of locally owned bars. Click here to see what's nearby: https://www.thefountaindistrict.com/ Visit Cincy's Friday Night Nationals Lineup: • May 29 – The Verve Pipe with Deep Blue Something • June 26 – Izzy Escobar with Illiterate Light • August 7 – J. Roddy Walston & The Automatic Band x The Bright Light Social Hour • August 28 – The Jayhawks with Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle • September 25 – Augustana with Joe Jordan

Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati OH 45202

Bengals Training Camp Practice

The Banks

Wednesday July 29 - Sunday August 16th | Various Times Bengals training camp practices take place at the Kettering Health Practice Fields located just west of Paycor Stadium. The entrance is located on the corner of Central Avenue and West Pete Rose Way. Fans are encouraged to park in Lot A, Lot B, Lot D or CRG West for practices at established prices. The Kettering Health Practice Fields have bleacher seating for 1,250 fans next to the fields, plus additional standing room along the sidelines. Fans are encouraged to arrive early since capacity is limited and admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Concessions and Bengals merchandise will be available to purchase using credit and debit cards. The NFL Clear Bag Policy will be in effect for all practices. Bengals players will sign autographs for fans along the sidelines following practice. Bengals Training Camp Practice Dates & Times: Wednesday, July 29 | Gates Open: 9:30 a.m.; Practice Begins: 10 a.m. Thursday, July 30 | Gates Open: 9:30 a.m.; Practice Begins: 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3 | Gates Open: 9:30 a.m.; Practice Begins: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4 | Gates Open: 9:30 a.m.; Practice Begins: 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 16 | Gates Open: 9:30 a.m.; Practice Begins: 10 a.m.

Address: Kettering Health Practice Fields, Cincinnati OH 45202

Strings on the Square

Fountain District

Mondays until August 31st | 6PM-7:15PM Join us Monday nights in the heart of the city as the elegant sounds of string quartet wash over Fountain Square’s west grove. Cincinnati’s most in-demand quartet, StringSource, performs novel arrangements of popular music by artists including Bruno Mars, Billie Eilish and Elton John. Concerts are free to attend, and first-come, first-served seating is provided. Complete your sensory experience with a cold beverage from the Fountain Bar.

Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati OH 45202

Riverfront Social

The Banks

Friday, August 7 | 7-10PM Join us for an unforgettable evening with DJ Flava aka Dylan Morton as he brings you a session by skaters, for skaters! Come ready to roll to house, rap, and R&B music and win raffle prizes, play ping pong and lawn games, and chill with friends in our outdoor lounges around the rink. Riverfront Social skate nights at Sawyer Point give teens and young adults a weekend night of their own to enjoy crafting, chatting, music, skating, snacks, and games in beautiful park setting. Whether you skate or not, there's an activity for everyone. Free. Bring your friends! This is a child-free event for ages 13 & up. Location: Riverfront Skating Rink at Sawyer Point 907 Riverside Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202 Between the Montgomery Inn Boathouse and Pickleball Courts Drop-off at steps by the traffic light on Riverside Drive Parking in Sawyer Point Parking Lot or street parking along Riverside Drive

Address: Riverfront Skating Rink | 907 Riverside Drive, Cincinnati OH 45202

Drag Bingo at Elm Street Plaza

Fountain District

Tuesdays | 6-9PM This isn’t your grandma’s regular Bingo night…get ready for a night of fierce fun and fabulous prizes at Drag Bingo with Queen City Charities! Meet us at the Pavilion Bar for an unforgettable evening of bingo, sass, and sequins as our stunning drag queens serve up some serious entertainment. Bingo winners will be awarded with drink tickets that can be redeemed at the Bar!

Address: Elm Street Plaza , Cincinnati OH 45202

Flavor of Court Street

Central Business District

July 30th - October 29th, 2026 | 5-8PM Take your taste buds on a guided stroll through Court Street Plaza’s culinary scene. Enjoy standing tastings at each stop along the street while learning fun facts and local stories from our expert Riverside Tour Guides. Stay tuned to see details for each participating restaurant! Please specify if you have food allergies or vegetarian/vegan requests to events@3cdc.org. Thank you to our sponsors, Kroger and CVG Airport.

Address: Court Street Plaza, Cincinnati OH 45202

Rockin’ the Roebling

The Banks

May 21 - September 10th | 6-10PM Get ready, Cincinnati! The Rockin’ the Roebling Summer Concert Series is back and bringing the beats every Thursday night at the Cincinnati Lager House. From May 21 through September 10, the riverfront comes alive with live music, great food, cold drinks, and unbeatable vibes. Join us on the Schmidlapp Event Lawn & Stage, just outside the Cincinnati Lager House at 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, perfectly placed next to Smale Riverfront Park, The Banks, and Great American Ballpark. Whether you’re dancing barefoot in the grass or kicking back with a drink in hand, this is the place to be downtown every Thursday night.

Address: Smale Riverfront Park, Cincinnati OH 45202

Fotofocus: Big Tent Opening Ceremony

Over-the-Rhine

May 29-August 22 2026 Big Tent," the inaugural exhibition at FotoFocus Center, reflects the spirit of the nation and the ideals of FotoFocus, each founded on principles of democracy, creativity, experimentation, and clear-eyed realism. Featuring a diverse ensemble of artists from FotoFocus’ past and future, "Big Tent" examines the ever-changing nature of American public life within a building created specifically for personal reflection and collective exchange.

Address: 228 E. Liberty Street, Cincinnati OH 45202

Final Friday in Over-the-Rhine

Over-the-Rhine

June 26th | 5-9PM Final Friday OTR: Come for the art and shopping, stay for dinner, and leave with something only found in OTR! Join us for Final Friday in Over the Rhine, anchored by Pendleton Art Center’s Final Friday event, on Friday June 26! Support local artists, shop local businesses, and explore the neighborhood. Building on the tradition started by the Pendleton Art Center 35 years ago, Final Friday continues to expand across Over-the-Rhine with special activations throughout the neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind painting, a hand-poured candle, or just a vibe you can't find anywhere else, OTR is the place to be. Plan your night: New this year, our businesses are keeping their own unique rhythm. To see it all, we recommend arriving early and staying late. -4-7pm: Shop till you drop! Kick off your evening by hitting OTR’s favorite retailers on Vine, Main and 13th Streets. onlyinotr.com/retail-services -5-9pm: The Pendleton Art Center (1310 Pendleton St) opens its doors for their monthly event. Explore eight floors of local artist studios! -7-9pm & beyond: Many retailers are staying open late with live musicians, in-studio artists, and special activations. RSVP in our Facebook page for a full list of this month’s participants and their hours. OTR’s bars and restaurants will be ready to welcome you in for a bite or a drink after you’re finished shopping. What’s Happening? -Support Local: Shop curated collections of handmade goods, fine art, jewelry, clothing and more, all from local businesses. -Sip and Shop: Enjoy complimentary drinks offered by participating businesses while you browse. -Live Vibes: Keep an ear out for live musicians on the streets and in select storefronts throughout the neighborhood. New: The Final Friday Digital Passport! Click here to sign up: https://www.onlyinotr.com/final-friday Use our new digital passport to check in at participating locations. 1- Sign Up: Register for the Final Friday Digital Passport, no app download required! 2- Earn Points: The more locations you visit, the more points you rack up. Check in at each participating location by scanning their unique QR code. 3- Get Rewarded: Redeem points for exclusive OTR swag or save them up for bigger prizes like local gift cards. Getting Here & Parking We’ve made it easy to ditch the car and dive into the art: -Valet Parking: Available at Pendleton Art Center (5-9 PM) and the 1300 block of Vine Street (4-11 PM). Self Park: -Mercer Garage (1310 Vine St) -Ziegler Park Garage (1322 Sycamore St) -Washington Park Garage (1310 Elm St) -1400 VINE LOT (1420 Vine Street)

Address: Pendleton Art Center, Main Street, 13th Street, Vine Street, Imagination Alley, Cincinnati OH 45202

Final Friday at Pendleton Art Center

Pendleton

May 30th, 2025 | 5PM-9PM With over 200 artists, PAC is the world’s largest collection of artists under one roof. Open to the public during Final Friday, check out pendletonartcenter.com/events for dates and times. The Pendleton Art Center is open to the public every month on the last Friday (Final Friday) from 5-9 pm. Individual artists are also available by appointment at their discretion. The building has an attendant, elevator operator from 9:00 am til 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Some artists and shops have business hours: Check the individual shops for their hours and availability.

Address: Pendelton Art Gallery, Cincinnati 45202

Adult Swim at Ziegler Pool

Over-the-Rhine

July 19, August 6th, August 16th, August 27th, and September 3rd | 7-10PM Come splash into the 21+ after-hours fun at Ziegler Pool during Adult Swim! Get ready to jam out with a DJ, sip on your favorite drinks, score some freebies, and soak up some Summer memories. Tickets are $15 per attendee (must be 21+); Ziegler Pool Season Passholders receive 50% off! **Tickets for the June 4th Adult Swim will be a private release through Cincinnati Pride. **Tickets for the September 3rd Adult Swim will be a private release through Midwestern Lesbian.

Address: Ziegler Park, Cincinnati OH 45202

Gee Horton: Chapter 4, In Another Lifetime

Fountain District

April 2026 - August 2026 Gee Horton’s Chapter 4: In Another Lifetime unfolds across two galleries of the CAC, continuing a new chapter of an ever-evolving body of work. Through large-scale photorealist drawings, photography, collage, video and installation, Horton reflects on Black masculinity, generational memory, and childhood, exploring themes of safety, vulnerability, and the fragile boundary between freedom and protection. In his preceding work—Chapter 3: Be Home Before the Streetlights...—Horton examined the call to return home. Chapter 4: In Another Lifetime descends into what we inherit once we arrive. This narrative-driven exhibition features Horton’s loosely autobiographical account of the struggles of Freeman Little, a 37-year-old Black man living with Guent Bu Wa, a rare hereditary sleep disorder that causes vivid, prophetic dreams. In this premiere of Chapter 4, we see shifts in the scale and viewpoint of Horton’s artistic practice. Through immersive sculptural assemblages, symbolic iconography, and his beloved meticulously drawn figures, Horton weaves a dreamlike account of the consequences of intergenerational trauma, cultural legacy, and the rupture of colonial inheritance. The narrative unfolds within a cosmology where memory refuses erasure and the past presses insistently into the present. Horton’s large-scale works employ photorealist graphite drawings with cyanotype (a blue-toned photographic printing process) to imagine absorbing visual imagery shaped by dream logic. In these new works ruptured histories resurface and inheritance demands witness. Horton invites presence instead of closure, knowing some feelings are too big to explain away or resolve. They simply need holding.

Address: Contemporary Art Center, Cincinnati OH 45202

Salsa on the Square

Fountain District Central Business District

Every Thursday | 7-10PM

2025 Lineup

• May 1 | Mambo Combo + SalsanNati
• May 8 | Kumbia Latina + Cuban Salsa Cincinnati
• May 15 | Son del Caribe + Diana Hoffman
• May 22 | Dayton Salsa Project + Heather Sommer
• May 29 | Tropicoso + Volaré
• June 5 | Al Son Del Iya + The Get Down Cincinnati
• June 12 | Somos Música y Sabor + SalsanNati
• June 19 | Son del Caribe + Diana Hoffman
• June 26 | Dayton Salsa Project + Chévere LF
• July 3 | The Amador Sisters + Cuban Salsa Cincinnati
• July 10 | ¡ZUMBA! Latin Band + SalsanNati
• July 17 | Tropicoso + Diana Hoffman
• July 24 | La Fórmula + The Get Down Cincinnati
• July 31 | Max Rosado + SalsAires
• August 7 | Tropicoso + Diana Hoffman
• August 14 | The Amador Sisters + Chévere LF
• August 21 | Son Del Caribe + Cuban Salsa Cincinnati
• August 28 | Kumbia Latina + SalsaAires
• September 4 | La Fórmula + Chévere LF
• September 11 | Tropicoso + Volaré
• September 18 | Somos Música y Sabor + Heather Sommer
• September 25 | Latin Beat Project + SalsAires

Address: Fountain Square, Cincinnati Oh 45202

FSQ Eats presented by University of Cincinnati Online

Fountain District

Grab a friend or co-worker and enjoy your lunch hour on Fountain Square! Grab some good eats from a variety of local food trucks parked right on the Square, or grab takeout from a neighboring restaurant in the Fountain District. Thank you to our sponsors, University of Cincinnati Online and Fifth Third Bank

Address: Fountain Square , Cincinnati OH 45202