Soak up the summer vibes and get outside this week. Newport Italianfest brings plenty of great eats, while the Concours d’Elegance delivers a standout showcase of classic cars. Here’s what’s on tap around town this week.
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Monday, June 8
Grab lunch on the square
At FSQ Eats, grab a coworker get a bite to eat at Fountain Square.
Details: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs through Oct. 30. myfountainsquare.com.
Come out to the Destination Monarch Butterfly Show
Trace the epic migration of the monarch butterfly across the United States and into Mexico.
Details: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Sunday, Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Walnut Hills. $12 adult, $8 ages 5-17, free ages under 5. Runs May 9-Aug. 9. cincinnati-oh.gov.
Tuesday, June 9
Jam out with The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers
The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers are bringing their “Southern Hospitality Tour” to Riverbend this week. Joining them is special guest Southall.
Details: 6:30 p.m., Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township. riverbend.org.
Get ready to groove at Jazz at the Square
Enjoy live jazz music from local and regional acts. Grab your favorite drink and sway to the beat of a good tune.
Details: 5-8 p.m., Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Free. Runs Tuesdays through Sept. 29. myfountainsquare.com.
See awesome LEGO builds at Cincinnati Museum Center
At “Jurassic World by Brickman,” venture into a baby brachiosaurus enclosure, and see triceratops, velociraptors, T. rex and more. Create your own hybrid dino in the DNA lab.
Details: Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Queensgate. cincymuseum.org.
Learn about the legacy of Behringer-Crawford Museum
Behringer-Crawford Museum is celebrating 75 years of art, culture and community. History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals. Check out the “Treasures from the Attic” exhibit, exploring 250 years of fashion and furniture.
Details: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Behringer-Crawford Museum, Devou Park, 1600 Montague Road, Covington. $9, $8 ages 60-up, $5 ages 3-17. “Treasures from the Attic” runs Feb. 14-Aug. 9. bcmuseum.org.
Wednesday, June 10
See ‘The Lion King’ musical at Aronoff
Watch the beloved Disney film be brought to life on stage. This musical follows a young lion prince, Simba, as he overcomes tragedy and exile to reclaim his rightful place as king.
Details: Opens 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, continues 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Downtown. Runs June 10-July 5. cincinnatiarts.org.
Gear up for AEW Dynamite and Collision
Get amped up for two action-packed nights of All Elite Wrestling. Expect big personalities and amazing athleticism.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, Andrew J. Brady Music Center, 25 Race St., Downtown. bradymusiccenter.com.
Grab your cowboy boots for Southern Sessions
Enjoy live folk, roots, and Americana music from a rotating list of performers.
Details: 5-8 p.m., Fifth Third Bank Center Stage, Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs Wednesdays through Sept. 2. myfountainsquare.com.
See ‘Folk Art: Self-Taught Artists. Self-Told Stories’
This exhibition celebrates 200 years of American ingenuity and the personal forces that move artists beyond contemplation to creation, offering guests a glimpse of the raw, authentic American spirit.
Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, Harmon Museum, Armstrong Conference Center, 105 S Broadway St., Lebanon. $10 in addition to standard museum admission. Runs through June 13. wchsmuseum.org.
Shop healthy and affordable foods at Northside Farmers Market
Browse over 20 vendors selling everything from fresh vegetables and fruits, bread, eggs and dairy, baked goods and pastries, jams, meats, ferments, soaps, spices, chocolate, coffee and more.
Details: 4-7 p.m., Northside Farmers Market, 4222 Hamilton Ave., Northside. Runs through October 28. northsidefm.org.
Thursday, June 11
Eat authentic Italian food at Newport Italianfest
Enjoy authentic Italian dishes from area restaurants and food trucks. Live music, inflatables for the kids and more.
Details: 5-11 p.m. Thursday-Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday, noon-9 p.m. Sunday, Festival Park, Riverboat Row, Newport. Free admission. italianfestnewport.com.
Celebrate pop culture and music at Geek Out
Geek Out is a hybrid ComiCon, musical festival and camping event, with a mix of cosplay, artists, live music, circus performers, fire and flow performers, bouncy houses and more.
Details: Gates open noon-10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Hannon’s Camp America, 8501 Camden College Corner Road, College Corner. eventbrite.com.
Get ready to rock the Roebling
‘Rockin’ the Roebling Summer Concert Series’ is back and bringing the beats every Thursday night. Grab a beer from Cincinnati Lager House, relax, and enjoy live music from a rotating list of performers.
Details: 6-10 p.m., Schmidlapp Event Lawn & Stage, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. Free. Runs Thursdays through Sept. 10. cincylagerhouse.com.
Grab a lawn chair for Songs at Sunset
Enjoy live music every Thursday in May. Hear a mix of Americana, bluegrass, blues, folk and roots rock.
Details: 6-8 p.m., Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash. Runs Thursdays through May 28. summitparkblueash.com.
Salsa on the Square
Hear live salsa, merengue, cumbia and Latin jazz music from a rotating list of bands. Take part in a large dance class at Fountain Square. Or, if you’re already skilled, show off them moves!
Details: 7-10 p.m., Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs Thursdays through September 25. myfountainsquare.com.
Meet mermaids at Newport Aquarium
Your favorite shimmering stars of the sea glide and twirl through the water with their tropical fish friends.
Details: Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Newport Aquarium, 1 Levee Way, Newport. Included with admission. See mermaids Thursday-Sunday. Runs May 23-June 21. newportaquarium.com.
See a stage adaptation of ‘Emma’ (last chance!)
This Cincy Shakes production brings the Regency era to life with a performance of “Emma.” Emma, a headstrong matchmaker, believes she can’t fall in love herself.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, The Otto M. Budig Theater, 1195 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Runs May 22-June 14. cincyshakes.com.
Friday, June 12
See a show during Cincy Fringe (final week)
Celebrate the long-running Cincinnati summer theatre party. Experience uncensored, experimental performance from more than 40 independent local, national and international theater artists. The Cincy Fringe produces over 150 performances of over 35 productions.
Details: May 29-June 13, 1-10 p.m. weekends, 6-10 p.m. weekdays (excluding Mondays), Know Theatre, 1120 Jackson St., Over-the-Rhine. $15 admission to any show, passes for multiple shows available. Runs May 29-June 13. cincyfringe.com.
Paint ‘en plein air’ at Pyramid Hill
Regional artists will create art throughout the park grounds of Pyramid Hill landscapes. Try your hand at painting or drawing and learn about atmospheric perspective technique.
Details: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton. Included with general park admission. pyramidhill.org.
Get your shopping on at Charm at the Farm
Browse over 115 curated vendors, offering vintage goods, handmade items, repurposed furniture, home décor, clothing, jewelry, gifts and more.
Details: 4-8 p.m. Friday, 8.-11:30 a.m., noon-3:30 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Charm at the Farm, 4953 Bunnell Hill Road, Lebanon. $10-20. Free parking. charmatthefarm.com.
Bring the kiddos to Touch-A-Truck
Kids can explore police, fire and public works vehicles as well as construction equipment, sanitation and recycling trucks, cranes and more.
Details: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., IKEA parking lot, 9500 IKEA Way, West Chester. facebook.com.
Have summer fun at St. Max Festival
Win big with over 100 themed baskets and adult games, enjoy amusement rides, hear music from live bands, and let the kids participate in kids’ activities spanning over 20 booths.
Details: 6-11 p.m. Friday, 5-11 p.m. Saturday, 3-9 p.m. Sunday, St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 5720 Hamilton-Mason Road, Liberty Township. saint-max.org.
Grab a bite to eat at Great Parks Burgers & Brews
Soak in those summer nights on the deck at Lake Isabella every other Friday. Enjoy live music from local artists, refreshing beverages, burgers and hot dogs grilled onsite.
Details: 6-9 p.m., Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road, Symmes Township. greatparks.org.
Celebrate Pride in Middletown
Enjoy live entertainment, silent disco, vendors, food trucks, local specials and more.
Details: 5-9 p.m., Downtown Middletown, 1045 Central Ave., Middletown. Free. downtownmiddletown.org.
Raise your steins at Schwabenfest
Enjoy great music, fantastic food, wonderful entertainment and performances by the Donauschwaben Dance groups.
Details: 5:30-11 p.m. Friday, 1-11 p.m. Saturday, Donauschwaben Hall, 4290 Dry Ridge Road, Colerain Township. cincydonau.com.
Don your cowboy hats for Lebanon Country Music Festival
Expect live country music, festival food, local vendors, a whole lot of dancing and a fun time.
Details: 6-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, Historic Downtown Lebanon, corner of Mulberry and Cherry, Lebanon. facebook.com.
See a tribute to Prince
This tribute show to the iconic 80s singer Prince, hosted by The Whiskey Shambles, benefits The Musical Arts Center.
Details: 8 p.m., Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. southgatehouse.com.
Browse produce at the East Walnut Hills Farmers Market
Shop for fresh produce from local farmers while listening to live entertainment.
Details: 4-7 p.m., Madison Parking Lot, 1523 Madison Road, East Walnut Hills. Runs Fridays through Oct. 23. ewhfarmersmarket.com.
Root for the Reds
The Cincinnati Reds play the Arizona Diamondbacks this week. See post-game drone and fireworks shows Friday, grab an Andrew Abbott bobblehead Saturday, and celebrate veterans and military members Sunday.
Details: 7:15 p.m. Friday, 4:10 p.m. Saturday, 1:40 p.m. Sunday, Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. mlb.com.
Saturday, June 13
Kick off Juneteenth celebrations
Hear live music by Top This Band and enjoy other entertainment by poet Kiyah Dean and comedian Tamara McClinon. Kids Zone activities include crafts, face painting, balloon art and lawn games.
Details: 5-8 p.m., 9285 Centre Pointe Drive, West Chester. Free. facebook.com.
Celebrate Pride in Westwood
Come out to Westwood Second Saturdays for live performances, including dance and music from local entertainers, family-friendly activities, delicious eats, a marketplace of LGBTQ+ makers and allies and community resource booths.
Details: 5-10 p.m., Westwood Town Hall, 3019 Harrison Ave., Westwood. westwoodworks.org.
See what Cincy VegFest is serving up
At Cincy VegFest, enjoy delicious and diverse plant-sourced meal choices by a variety of exhibitors. Spend the day listening to live music, eating mouth-watering food and connecting with the community.
Details: noon-5 p.m., Burnet Woods Bandstand, 280 Burnet Woods Drive, Clifton. Free. cincyvegfest.com.
See ‘The Magic of Motown’
Hear hits from your favorite Motown groups, such as The Temptations, The Jackson Five, Diana Ross & The Supremes, The Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and more this week at Taft Theatre.
Details: 7:30 p.m., Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. tafttheatre.org.
Check out cool art at Hueston Woods Arts and Crafts Fair
Browse original creative works, including paintings and prints, photography, floral arrangements, stained glass, yard sculpture, jewelry, soaps and candles, carvings, pottery, furniture, clothing, Christmas ornaments, baskets, rugs, unique textiles and more.
Details: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Hueston Woods State Park, Doty Pioneer Farm, 6924 Brown Road, Oxford. $5 adults or $10 per car, free kids 12-under. oxfordmuseumassociation.com.
Sip a glass of wine at Cincy Rosé Fest
Returning for a second year, Cincy Rosé Fest is the place for wine lovers to be. Enjoy unlimited sips of rosé and its frozen version, frosé. There are over 30 rosés to choose from. Grab your friends, dress in your best rosé-inspired look and get ready for an afternoon of sipping and socializing.
Details: 1-6 p.m., Smale Riverfront Park, 166 West Mehring Way, Downtown. $85, not including fees. blkwinefest.com.
Taste all things strawberry at Shandon Strawberry Festival
The Strawberry Festival has been going on for a century, offering food and beverages in the Community House, along with their famous homemade ice cream and strawberry shortcake dessert. Outside, you will find the village hopping with live music, vendors of all kinds, tractor parades, and of course, strawberries!
Details: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 4782 Cincinnati Brookville Road, Downtown Shandon. shandonchurch.com/events.
Rock out with Journey
The iconic ’80s rock band, Journey, is bringing its “Final Frontier Tour” to Heritage Bank this week.
Details: 7:30 p.m., Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway, Downtown. heritagebankcenter.com.
Grab a drink at Tequila Fest
Enjoy over 50 different tequilas, souvenir, food, music and more.
Details: 3-10 p.m., Fountain Square, 500 Vine St., Downtown. tequilafestcincinnati.com.
Explore Waynesville Street Faire
Stroll down Main Street and browse the goods of local artisans, makers and vintage curators. Find one-of-a-kind treasures and enjoy live music and food truck favorites.
Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Main Street, historic downtown Waynesville. waynesvilleshops.com.
Have a ball at Sayler Park Sustains
Browse booths, enjoy live performing artists and various vendors.
Details: noon-10 p.m., Nelson Sayler Memorial Park, 6600 Gracely Dr., Sayler Park. saylerparksustains.org.
Enjoy music at the Esplanade
Summer is the season for live, outdoor music. Get together with your community, grab a drink, and enjoy music from a new performer each week.
Details: 5-7 p.m., Castellini Esplanade, Smale Park, 146 W. Mehring Way, Downtown. Free. Runs Saturdays through Aug. 22. facebook.com.
Buy something new at Covington’s Curated Maker’s Market
Shop art, and both handmade and vintage goods.
Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sixth Street Promenade, W. Sixth St., Covington. covcraft.com.
Shop for produce at Montgomery Farmers’ Market
Buy goods from local farmers, crafters, wellness and soap producers and food producers.
Details: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Montgomery Elementary School, 9609 Montgomery Road, Montgomery. Runs Saturdays through October 31. montgomeryfarmersmarket.org.
Sunday, June 14
Admire cool cars at Concours d’Elegance
Are you a vehicle enthusiast, or even just a casual admirer? Come to Concours d’Elegance and explore more than 200 cars and motorcycles on display in the gardens of Ault Park.
Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ault Park, 5090 Observatory Circle, Mount Lookout. $40 adults, $15 student with ID, kids 12 & under free. ohioconcours.com.
Get ready to rock at Fifth & Vine Live
Dance and sing along to anthems you know. Each night features a fan-favorite cover or tribute band from a rotating list of artists.
Details: 7-10 p.m., Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs every Sunday through Aug. 30. myfountainsquare.com.
Spend Sunday on the Square
Shop at Hyde Park Farmers’ Market for vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, cheeses, pantry items, herbs, cut flowers, garden plants and artisan goods.
Details: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Hyde Park Square, 2700 Erie Ave., Hyde Park. Runs Sundays through October. hydeparkfarmersmarket.com.
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