From Bockfest to Bon Jovi, here are the biggest, best events happening in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky this week, including German and wine festivals, bluegrass and rock concerts, celebrity comedy shows and more.
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Monday, March 2
Hear comedians workshop their jokes
Hear some jokes-in-progress from Cincinnati’s local talent. Best part? You can hear new material for free.
Details: 7:30-9 p.m., Commonwealth Comedy Club, 522 Fifth Ave., Dayton, Kentucky. Free. commonwealthcomedyclub.com.
Learn something new at Cincinnati Museum Center
At “Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away,” get a close look at more than 400 photos and 500 original artifacts from those who survived and died at the concentration camp.
Details: Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Queensgate. Ends April 12. cincymuseum.org.
Tuesday, March 3
See ‘The Wiz’ at the Aronoff Center
If you couldn’t get enough of “Wicked,” this is a must-see. This twist on “The Wizard of Oz” brings a score packed with soul, gospel, rock and ’70s funk as Dorothy finds her place in a contemporary world.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Downtown. Runs March 3-15. cincinnatiarts.org.
Hear American roots music at Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival
If you love bourbon and bluegrass, don’t miss this festival. Hear performances all over Northern Kentucky leading up to the main event Saturday, headlined by bands Bourbon Revival, The Dan Tyminski Band and The SteelDrivers.
New Riff C-O-V Crawl: 4-9 p.m. Tuesday, 5-9 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, various venues in Northern Kentucky. See full schedule at bondedspirit.com.
B-Line Community Concert: 4-10 p.m. Friday, Republic Bank Rickhaus, 302 Court St., Covington. See the lineup at bondedspirit.com.
Bonded Spirit: 5-10:15 p.m. Saturday, Republic Bank Rickhaus, 302 Court St., Covington. See the lineup at bondedspirit.com.
Watch Xavier Musketeers vs. Seton Hall Pirates
The Musketeer’s men’s basketball team plays the Seton Hall Pirates this week.
Details: 7 p.m., Cintas Center, 1624 Musketeer Drive, Evanston. goxavier.com.
Watch UC Bearcats vs. BYU Cougars
The Bearcats men’s basketball team plays the BYU Cougars this week.
Details: 9 p.m., Fifth Third Arena, 2700 O’Varsity Way, University of Cincinnati. gobearcats.com.
Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs. Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers
The Bearcat’s baseball team plays the Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers this week.
Details: 4 p.m., UC Baseball Stadium, 99 W. Corry Blvd., Corryville. gobearcats.com.
Wednesday, March 4
Jam out with Shawn Colvin
Hear Colvin’s folk pop hits from her debut “Steady On” performed live.
Details: 8 p.m., Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. memorialhallotr.com.
Thursday, March 5
Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs. UC San Diego
The Bearcat’s baseball team plays UC San Diego this week.
Details: 4 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday, UC Baseball Stadium, 99 W. Corry Blvd., Corryville. gobearcats.com.
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.
Friday, March 6
Celebrate spring, Cincy’s brewing heritage and beer at Bockfest
Return to Cincy’s German roots with five partners hosting events as official Bockfest Halls: Moerlein Lager House, Northern Row Brewery & Distillery, Rhinegeist Brewery, Rosedale OTR and Arnold’s Bar and Grill. Enjoy a parade, beer tastings, brewery tours, a baby goat calling competition, dinner buffets with live entertainment, stein holding competitions and more.
Details: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, various venues across Cincinnati. Free admission. See full schedule of events here: bockfest.com.
Taste over 700 wines at Cincinnati Wine Festival
Try sips of wine from a variety of countries, take a Riedel wine glass home, try tasty light bites and chat with wine pros.
Details: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, 2:30-4:30 p.m. and 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, First Financial Center, 525 Elm St., Downtown. winefestival.com.
Check out ‘Anything Goes’ (final week)
Cole Porter’s Broadway classic “Anything Goes,” produced in partnership with the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), is coming to The Carnegie.
Details: Opens Friday, continues 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, The Carnegie, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington. Runs Feb. 27-March 8. thecarnegie.com.
Joke around with Chris Tucker
Stand-up comedian Chris Tucker, best known for films “Rush Hour,” “House Party 3,” “Friday” and “Fifth Element,” will be performing a set at Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati.
Details: 8 p.m., Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, 1000 Broadway St., Pendleton. casino.hardrock.com.
Saturday, March 7
Participate in the Bockfest 5K
Participants will receive a shirt, two drink tickets and a Skyline chili cheese coney. Finishers will receive a medal (conveniently doubling as a bottle opener).
Details: 10 a.m., The Banks, Smale Riverfront Park, 166 W. Mehring Way, Downtown. flyingpigmarathon.com.
Support the John & Julie Cancer Foundation at Rock ‘N’ Revival
This year marks the 10th annual “Rock ‘N’ Revival for the Cure.” Among the local talent performing will be Bronson Arroyo. (Yes, the former Reds player.)
Details: 2 p.m., Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. southgatehouse.com.
Root for your favorite pup in the Wiener Dog Races
The Cincinnati Cyclones take on the Utah Grizzlies this week. Plus, Heritage Bank goes to the dogs this weekend. Sign up your four-legged Cyclones fan and enjoy $2 hot dogs in honor of the event.
Details: 7:30 p.m., Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway, Downtown. cycloneshockey.com.
Celebrate Founder’s Weekend at Pyramid Hill
Enjoy free admission all weekend, and explore hiking trails, modern sculptures and antique collections.
Details: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton. pyramidhill.org.
Sample cheeses at Jungle Jim’s Cheese Festival
Try hundreds of cheeses from around the world and enjoy tasty pairings with wine and beers.
Details: noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oscar Event Center, 5440 Dixie Highway, Fairfield. eventbrite.com.
Join the sticky fun at Maple Syrup Festival
Hop on a hayride, learn how to extract syrup, and head back to the lodge for all-you-can-eat pancakes, music and maple-themed treats.
Details: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Hueston Woods, 6301 Park Office Road, College Corner. Runs March 7-8 and March 14-15. See full schedule of events: enjoyoxford.org.
Discover the legend of Ohio cryptids at Frogman Festival
Celebrate the legend of the Frogman story, shop unique vendors and hear talks from cryptid experts.
Details: 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Oasis Conference Center, 902 Loveland-Miamiville Road, Loveland. frogmanfestival.org.
Have fun with the whole family at KidsLinked Cincinnati-Mason Children’s Festival
Enjoy an Easter Bunny visit, a candy hunt, tunnel and fort zone, laser tag, a mini golf course and carnival games. Loveable characters such as Bluey, Marshall and Stitch will also be there to meet kids.
Details: noon-3 p.m., Mason Elementary School, 6307 Mason Montgomery Road, Mason. eventbrite.com.
Rock out to Bon Jovi hits
Fans of the rock legend should not miss Crush’s Bon Jovi concert experience. Hear rock anthems “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “You Give Love a Bad Name,” “It’s My Life,” “Wanted Dead or Alive” and more performed in the spirit of the band.
Details: 8 p.m., Riverfront Live, 4343 Kellogg Ave., Linwood. riverfrontlivecincy.com.
Laugh out loud with Sal Vulcano
Impractical joker Sal Vulcano is bringing his “Everything’s Fine Tour” to Taft Theatre.
Details: 7 p.m., Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. tafttheatre.org.
Sunday, March 8
Nonrunners, try the ‘Bockfest .05K Fun Run’
Make it 164 feet, and be rewarded with a limited-edition T-shirt, bottle opener (conveniently shaped like a medal) and, of course, a beer.
Details: 2 p.m., Northern Row Brewery & Distillery, 111 W. McMicken Ave., Over-the-Rhine. $35. fareharbor.com.
Register the kiddos for the ‘Pretzel Prince and Princess Parade’
Join in the pint-sized festivities for Bockfest, including a competition designed for young festgoers. Participants must wear a German-inspired costume (dirndls and lederhosen encouraged) that incorporates pretzels in a creative way.
Details: noon, Moerlein Lager House, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. servatii.com.
Vibe out with Mariah the Scientist
Mariah the Scientist is bringing her “Hearts Sold Separately Tour” to Andrew J. Brady Music Center. Joining her is special guest 4batz.
Details: 8 p.m., Andrew J. Brady Music Center, 25 Race St., Downtown. bradymusiccenter.com.
See the Cyclones take on Utah Grizzlies
The Cincinnati Cyclones take on the Utah Grizzlies this week. It’s a Hidden Pigeon Matinee. Celebrate reading with Read Across Cincinnati. Players will wear special Hidden Pigeon jerseys.
Details: 3 p.m., Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway, Downtown. cycloneshockey.com.
Cheer on your favorite Cincy soccer team
FC Cincinnati takes on Toronto FC this week. At the pre-match, there will be a live DJ, delicious eats from local food trucks, inflatable soccer games, the inflatable FCC slide and more.
Pre-match: 3:30-6 p.m., Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. washingtonpark.org.
Game: 7 p.m., TQL Stadium, 1501 Central Parkway, West End. tqlstadium.com.
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