Butterfly Show
Thousands of butterflies flutter freely in the showroom among a themed garden design celebrating “The Butterflies of Ecuador.”
$4 – $7
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Zoo Blooms
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden transforms into a magnificent explosion of color when Zoo Blooms kicks off this spring. The zoo promises to be a palette of artistic color with a combination of more than 80,000 tulips. As one of only two accredited botanical gardens in Ohio, the Cincinnati Zoo offers one of the …
$12 – $19
The Children’s Theatre: Sleeping Beauty
A clever take on the classic fairy tale, this new rock musical comedy is packed with humor, heart and a powerful message! The impulsive but courageous Princess Aurora (who prefers to be called Rory) defies the age-old tradition of attending ‘Princess School’, and sets out on her own to discover all the Kingdom has to …
$10 – $30
4 events,
Dear Evan Hansen
Winner of six 2017 Tony Awards, including Best Musical! A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. Dear Evan Hansen features …
$35 – $179
5 events,
Zoo Babies
Help celebrate the newest arrivals at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden during May. Six-foot-tall stork statues displayed throughout the Zoo will lead visitors to all of the cutest little baby faces.
$9 – $19
Mamma Mia!
The ultimate feel-good show! ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father, bringing three men from her mother's past back to the Greek island paradise they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and …
$26 – $29
6 events,
The Mix Tape Tour Featuring New Kids on the Block
The Mix Tape Tour Featuring New Kids on the Block
Today New Kids On The Block, the multiplatinum selling pop super-group, unveiled an epic lineup for their highly anticipated 2019 tour. NKOTB took to the Today Show plaza to reveal The MixTape Tour with very special guests Salt-N-Pepa, Tiffany, Debbie Gibson and Naughty by Nature. The five iconic pop and hip-hop actswill hit the road together for the first time ever on a 53-city tour …
$29.95 – $159.95
8 events,
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
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 …
Trifonov Plays Beethoven
GLUCK: Dance of the Furies and Dance of the Blessed Spirits from Orpheus and Eurydice BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 4 ARVO PÄRT: Cantus in Memory of Benjamin Britten STRAVINSKY: Symphony in C Hailed by The Times (London) as “the most astounding pianist of our age,” keyboard master Daniil Trifonov makes his first CSO appearance performing Beethoven's Fourth Piano Concerto. Atmospheric works by Gluck …
$14 – $99
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Hobby Pig
Hobby Pig
Ready to Race at our 1st Annual Fundraiser? Have you ever heard of Hobby Horses? No, not the kind with the springs, the horsehead on a broomstick kind! Now, replace the horsehead with a pig head… Welcome to Hobby Pig! On Friday, May 3, 2019, the American Sign Museum will host its first ever fundraiser …
$25 – $40
9 events,
Cincy Cinco 2019
Cincy-Cinco is a non-profit venture designed to share all of Latin American culture with the Cincinnati community in a fun, family-oriented festival.The festival offers a way to learn about the rich heritage of Latino music, dance, and the best Latino food in town.
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The Queen City Derby Party
The Queen City Derby Party
Cincinnati's premier Derby party is back and at that the JACK!! The Queen City Derby Party (QCDP) is a fundraising day-party centered on the running of the Kentucky Derby. As Cincinnati’s premier Kentucky Derby watch event, QCDP is a unique spectacle that brings together a diverse mix of patrons who wish to enjoy a festive …
$10 – $160
4 events,
5 events,
Derek Hough Live!: The Tour
Derek Hough Live!: The Tour
From the EMMY® award winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show is the first-ever solo tour for the dynamo. The show features brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek’s magnetic stage presence. Fans will journey through a true fusion of dance and music, as Derek explores styles ranging from ballroom and …
$59.50 – $85
5 events,
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Silent Movies Made Musical
Silent Movies Made Musical
Back by popular demand, The Society for the Preservation of Music Hall (SPMH) presents our popular silent film concert series featuring master organist Clark Wilson mastering the Albee Theatre Mighty Wurlitzer organ in Music Hall Ballroom while screening Charlie Chaplin’s THE KID and BEHIND THE CURTAIN. Charlie Chaplin and Jackie Coogan star in THE KID, …
$24 – $27
7 events,
Appalachian Festival
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the region’s rich Appalachian heritage with this festival featuring more than 100 crafters, dozens of entertainers on three stages, cultural and educational programs, music and fun.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
From the Academy Award-winning team of Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz comes a lushly scored retelling of Victor Hugo’s epic story. Set in 15th century Paris, this powerful story focuses on Quasimodo, the misshapen but gentle-souled bell ringer of Notre Dame, who is held captive in the bell tower by his devious caretaker. On the …
$23 – $26
2nd Annual Cincinnati SneakerBall
Suits. Dresses. Sneakers. Philanthropy. Presented by Bigger Than Sneakers, Inc. (BTS) and powered by Corporate sneaker boutique, Cincinnati SneakerBall is the ultimate spin on your typical charity gala. This highly anticipated celebration of sneaker culture will feature art, live music, engaging activations, a silent auction and the opportunity to connect with top professionals, influencers and sports figures …
$60 – $75
9 events,
Asian Food Fest
The 9th Asian Food Fest (AFF) is heading to The Banks for a 2-day food extravaganza on May 11-12, 2019! This vibrant community festival celebrates culture and cuisine from Asian countries including Cambodia, China, Hawaii, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. While food is definitely the heart of this festival, this year …
JDFR Cincinnatian of the Year Gala
The Cincinnatian of the Year Gala™ is held each year in May and attracts 800-900 attendees. Business Courier’s Book of Lists has ranked the Cincinnatian of the Year™ Gala #1 among non-profit fundraising galas in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. The Gala raises an average of one million dollars each year for JDRF. Black …
$250
9 events,
The 1975 with Pale Waves and No Rome
The 1975 with Pale Waves and No Rome
The 1975 announced their 2019 tour. The band will perform in Guadalajara, Mexico on March 20 before kicking off their North American run on April 15. The tour will feature support by special guests Pale Waves and No Rome. The North American outing will visit theaters and amphitheaters across the country including a stop at PNC Pavilion in Cincinnati, OH …
$36 – $204
6 events,
May Festival: Festival Extra: Room Full of Teeth
May Festival: Festival Extra: Room Full of Teeth
The May Festival is thrilled to present the Grammy-winning vocal project Roomful of Teeth, described as "music for the 21st century" (The Nation). The eight-voice ensemble is dedicated to reimagining the expressive potential of the human voice. As a May Festival 2019 Creative Partner in this Festival Extra, the group will showcase its own collection …
An Evening with the Nils Lofren Band
An Evening with the Nils Lofren Band
THE NILS LOFGREN BAND to perform 5/15 at Memorial Hall, part of the Longworth-Anderson Series’ third season line-up of nationally recognized performers and bands. A versatile singer-songwriter, guitarist, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, and Grammy nominee, Nils Lofgren is a member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band and has toured with Neil Young’s Crazy …
$35 – $60
7 events,
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Wild About Wine
Wild About Wine
Guests will enjoy unique wine sampling, food-by-the-bite from local restaurants, live music, up-close animal encounters and more. Proceeds from the “A Toast to the Wild” event series support the Zoo’s own Lindner Center for the Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife
$30 – $80
My Brother, My Brother and Me: Become the Monster! Tour 2019
My Brother, My Brother and Me: Become the Monster! Tour 2019
Join Justin, Travis, and Griffin McElroy for a live episode of their podcast MY BROTHER, MY BROTHER AND ME, an advice show for the modern era. They take your questions, and the questions on Yahoo! Answers, and turn them, alchemy-like, in to wisdom, right before your eyes. MY BROTHER, MY BROTHER AND ME was launched as …
$42.50
Rascal Flatts with Billy Currington and Jimmie Allen
Rascal Flatts with Billy Currington and Jimmie Allen
Rascal Flatts brings the Summer Playlist Tour 2019 with special guests Billy Currington and Jimmie Allen to Riverbend Music Center on Thursday, May 16th.
$30.50 – $346.50
7 events,
CoasterStock
Roller coaster fanatics, mark your calendar! The fifth annual Coasterstock event at Kings Island will take place May 17-18, 2019. The two-day roller coaster event will feature exclusive morning and night ERT on popular attractions like The Beast, Banshee, Diamondback and Mystic Timbers roller coasters, behind-the-scenes experiences, unlimited digital photos, guest speakers, and so much more! Each …
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Battle of the Brews
Battle of the Brews
Heads up beer fans. Raise your glass to the Battle of the Brews! It’s both a craft beer tasting and a competition between the breweries involved. Held in historic Moonlite Gardens, Battle of the Brews brings together craft beer, live music, great food, and games. This event is from 7 PM to 11 PM and …
$12
May Festival: The Immortal
May Festival: The Immortal
The May Festival gives the U.S. premiere of Mark Simpson's The Immortal, "the most thrilling new choral work I have heard in years" (The Times, London). An orchestral and choral séance with text from reports made by Late Victorian mediums, The Immortal uncovers voices of the psyche and seeks answers and reconciliation. The evening's exploration of the Great …
$15 – $99
7 events,
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2019 Women’s Health Expo
2019 Women’s Health Expo
Ladies! Join us for a FREE, fun and informative event that’s all about helping you live your best life! Enjoy complimentary swag bags, healthy treats, interactive demos and workouts, screenings, fun photobooth, and 40+ pop-up shops, local health experts and services!
May Festival: SILENCES BETWEEN: Last Words From The Cross
May Festival: SILENCES BETWEEN: Last Words From The Cross
Between heartbeats, there is silence. May Festival Creative Partner James MacMillan leads a performance of his Seven Last Words from the Cross. This momentous work explores seven expressions from Christ and seven hallowed appeals to the divine, with the power of music as the setting. Poulenc's strikingly modern Gloria underlines his own appeals to a higher power with …
$15 – $99
5 events,
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Darci Lynne & Friends: Fresh Out of the Box
Darci Lynne & Friends: Fresh Out of the Box
Winning NBC’s ‘America’s Got Talent’ at just 12-years old by the most votes for a final performance in the history of the show, singer/ventriloquist Darci Lynne Farmer impresses audiences across the country with her sweetheart disposition and undeniable, show-stopping talent beyond her years. Accompanied by her musical friends, including a divaesque rabbit, Petunia; a shy …
$29.75 – $99.75
May Festival: Sounds of the City
May Festival: Sounds of the City
Back by popular demand! Our city comes together in song as the May Festival Community Chorus and exceptional church and community choirs from around the region shine a light on the groundbreaking work of composer and conductor James MacMillan, the May Festival's 2019 Creative Partner, in addition to other stirring works.
Free
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3 events,
3 events,
5 events,
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Margarita Madness
Margarita Madness
It’s a high-energy evening run on tequila, great food, live music, and healthy competition. Local guest judges and lovely folks, such as yourself, will vote for Best Margarita, Most Creative Margarita, and People’s Choice. We’ll pair that with the infamous Guac-Off, to crown Queen City’s Guac aficionado.
May Festival: Festival Extra: Considering Matthew Shepard
May Festival: Festival Extra: Considering Matthew Shepard
Matthew Shepard, the victim of one of the worst anti-gay hate crimes in history, has inspired this oratorio by Grammy-winning conductor and composer Craig Hella Johnson. He conducts from the piano, incorporating a variety of musical styles with Matthew Shepard's journal entries and other poignant texts. This transcendent work leads us to "a higher understanding …
$12 – $40
7 events,
Furry Friends Festival
Enjoy live Bluegrass music, delicious food and tons of fun with your favorite canine companion! There will also be a variety of pet vendors offering everything from dog food, to accessories, to toys, to photography services.
North by Northside
50 musical acts at 7 venues over a 2-day period. That is exactly what you can experience at the North By Northside festival --- happening this Memorial Day weekend. Jeremy Moore from Urban Artifact and Aaron Madrigal from CincinNative have curated this event to celebrate the neighborhood of Northside and the people and places that make it a community.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
April, 2019, marks the 26th anniversary of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s remarkable arrival onto the music scene. Since its formation in the early nineties in Ventura, California, the band has toured virtually nonstop, performing on average over 150 shows a year, and has produced a sizable catalog of recorded music, with sales of over 2 …
$40 – $64
7 events,
Taste of Cincinnati
What began as a small, one-day festival in 1979 has grown to become a 3-day celebration of the Cincinnati region's best culinary delights spread along 5+ blocks in Downtown Cincinnati. Featuring 100+ delectable dishes from more than 40 local restaurants plus traditional carnival rides and games, and continuous live entertainment from local and national recording stars …
May Festival: Bach’s St. Matthew Passion
May Festival: Bach’s St. Matthew Passion
Leonard Bernstein described Bach's St. Matthew Passion as "a revered masterpiece." This is "drama at the boiling point." Bach's Passion is an opportunity to marvel at the reach of human invention and perfection in all its forms. Bach colors a vision of a gospel and each brush stroke dispels the mists of separation between mere mortals and divine revelation.
$15 – $99
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Dierks Bentley with special guests Jon Pardi, Tenille Townes, and Hot Country Knights
Dierks Bentley with special guests Jon Pardi, Tenille Townes, and Hot Country Knights
Dierks Bentley will bring the Burning Man Tour with special guests Jon Pardi, Tenille Townes, and Hot Country Knights to Riverbend Music Center on Thursday, May 30
$31 – $300
Brett Dennen
Brett Dennen
For the past ten years, Brett Dennen – with his poet’s perspective, off-kilter vocals, insane sense of humor, and limitless musical freedom – has turned dancing like no one’s watching into a lifestyle. As a songwriter, performer, watercolor artist, and environmental conservationist and outdoorsman, the shows he performs and the events he hosts generate more …
$30 – $35
5 events,
Bunbury Music Festival
Bunbury Music Festival features three days of performances on three stages throughout Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove. Bunbury returns to Cincinnati for its eighth year following critical acclaim from USA Today, Pollstar and Yahoo! Music. 2019 headliners include: Fall Out Boy, The 1975, and Greta Van Fleet with other artists including Stone Temple Pilots, Sublime, …
$79
Summerfair
Each year the weekend after Memorial Day Summerfair returns to Cincinnati’s historic Coney Island. This, the 52nd year, the Fair will be held May 31, June 1, & 2 and will feature more than 300 fine artists and craftspeople from around the country, as well as regional performers, a variety of gourmet arts and the “Youth Arts Rocks!” …
$10
CincItalia
The three-day festival celebrates all things Italain with a wide selection of authentic cuisine, lively music, cooking demonstrations, games and rides for kids, raffles and games for adults, spacious dining tent, open-air wine garden, a recreated mini piazza with a small fountain surrounded by colorful flowers and Tivoli lights. Friday night is an adults-only (19+) …
Kanan Gill: Teetar
Kanan Gill: Teetar
Kanan Gill is one of India’s biggest stand-up comedians who rose to fame with the YouTube series, ‘Pretentious Movie Reviews’ where he reviewed flawed yesteryear Bollywood films in a hilarious manner. Currently, he is touring the world with his new stand-up special and is coming to North America after successful shows in Australia, Singapore, UK, …
$31.75 – $61.75