Things to do in Cincinnati
Cincinnati sits at the bottom of Ohio with a famous zoo and riverfront ballparks. Find family-friendly events and things to do with kids on a Cincinnati day trip.
Make Together Get Together
Hands-on maker event at Make.Do. in Cincinnati—create together with family.
Cincinnati Sunset Boat Tour
Scenic sunset boat tour on the Ohio River—a memorable family outing.
The Heritage & Horizons Cruise: A Private Historical Cincinnati Boat Tour
Private historical boat tour on the Ohio River—learn Cincinnati history while cruising.
STUDY HALL (Open Studio)
Open studio art space in Cincinnati for creative exploration and hands-on making.
Full Moon Friday
Full Moon Friday in Cincinnati—outdoor community gathering.
Second Saturday: Vintage After Dark Night Market
51st Annual Panegyri Greek Festival
51st Annual Panegyri Greek Festival in Cincinnati—food, culture, and family fun.
The Lion King (Touring)
Iconic Broadway musical The Lion King at Aronoff Center.
Kathy Mattea
Nationally touring country artist Kathy Mattea at historic Memorial Hall.
Amy Grant
Grammy-winning artist Amy Grant at Ludlow Garage.
Punch Brothers
Acclaimed bluegrass ensemble at Taft Theatre.
The Lion King (Touring)
The Lion King touring production at Aronoff Center.
Learn to Play Roller Derby
Learn-to-play roller derby class for kids and teens.
OMNIMAX® – Ohio: Wild at Heart
Stunning OMNIMAX film showcasing Ohio's natural wonders.
OMNIMAX® – T.Rex
T.Rex comes alive on the giant OMNIMAX screen.
Public Tours
Guided tours through Cincinnati Art Museum's world-class collection.
Babies Sing with May Festival Minis
Sing-along for babies with May Festival Minis at Cincinnati Art Museum.
OMNIMAX® – Cuba: Journey to the Heart of the Caribbean
Explore Caribbean islands and culture via immersive OMNIMAX film.
St. Veronica Summer Festival
Church summer festival with family fun and community spirit.
Market Grün | 2026 Summer Event
Market Grün summer event at Clifton Cultural Arts Center—outdoor market & arts gathering.
Kathy Mattea
Kathy Mattea, Grammy-winning country artist, at Memorial Hall.
Westwood Rising: summer STEAM program
Westwood Rising summer STEAM program — hands-on learning for kids.
Darius Rucker: Songs Of Summer Tour 2026
Country star Darius Rucker at Riverbend Music Center.
Dance Party
High-energy dance party for kids at Cincinnati Museum Center.