Cincinnati celebrates the holiday season on December 12 when the Cincinnati Cyclones host National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Night at Heritage Bank Center. The theme blends movie nostalgia, specialty jerseys, and a lively game atmosphere. Fans can attend in costume, enjoy in-arena entertainment, and explore group ticket options. Tickets and replica jerseys are available on the Cyclones website.

The starting gate is finally open! Tickets for the 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park are officially on sale. Discover why this Grade III race is considered the ultimate "wild card" on the road to the Kentucky Derby. From the unique synthetic track that launched legends like Rich Strike to the high-end culinary flair of Cincinnati's favorite restaurateur, we break down everything you need to know about securing your spot at Northern Kentucky’s premier spring event.

Forget the standard carols. Béla Fleck, Victor Wooten, and special guest Jeff Coffin are coming to the Taft Theatre to deconstruct Christmas with banjo, bass, and Tuvan throat singing. Discover why this "Blu-Bop" holiday spectacular is the must-see event of the season, plus get essential tips on parking, the setlist, and the venue's strict clear bag policy.

Thievery Corporation brings its global electronic sound to Bogart’s on December 9. Their concerts move through downtempo, dub, bossa nova, trip-hop, and atmospheric lounge. Fans will hear signature tracks like “Lebanese Blonde,” “Richest Man in Babylon,” “Heaven’s Gonna Burn Your Eyes,” and “Sweet Tides.” The night offers a rare chance to experience a multicultural lineup of vocalists and musicians who shaped a generation of global chill-out music. Tickets are available through Bogart’s and Ticketmaster for a show that promises movement, texture, and an international rhythm.

Discover the incredible evolution of Marlon Wayans, from a '90s parody king to a profoundly honest and vulnerable stand-up comedian. This piece explores his journey from White Chicks to the powerful, personal comedy that defines his "Wild Child Tour."

Erykah Badu brings her Mama’s Gun ’25: The Return of Automatic Slim Tour to Cincinnati’s Andrew J. Brady Music Center on November 22. The Grammy-winning artist behind On & On and Bag Lady celebrates twenty-five years of soulful innovation, blending music, art, and spirituality into an unforgettable live experience.

Step behind the scenes at Great American Ball Park this offseason with the Reds Hall of Fame’s exclusive Ballpark and Clubhouse Tours. Explore the dugouts, clubhouses, and broadcast booths while learning the stories that built Reds baseball. Each tour includes same-day museum admission for a full day of history, excitement, and discovery.

The Savannah Bananas are swinging back into Great American Ball Park June 19–21, 2026, for three nights of fast-paced, dance-filled Banana Ball. After last year’s sold-out series, the team returns with more energy, more fun, and more bananas. Register for the ticket lottery or grab a Reds membership for early access to the wildest weekend of baseball.

The Run Like Hell 5K Cincinnati 2025 rises from the crypt on October 25 for a night of costumes, chaos, and killer fun along Cincinnati’s riverfront. The iconic Halloween-themed 5K returns with a new route, fiery finish line, and devilish after-party at The Banks. A portion of proceeds supports The Cure Starts Now Foundation, funding pediatric brain cancer research. Lace up, light up, and run through the Gates of Hell for a cause that matters.

The Hyde Park Square Art Show returns Sunday, October 5, bringing more than 200 artists to one of Cincinnati’s most iconic neighborhoods. From painting and ceramics to jewelry and sculpture, this one-day event transforms Hyde Park Square into an outdoor gallery. Free to attend and family-friendly, the show celebrates creativity, supports youth and student artists, and highlights why Cincinnati’s cultural heartbeat thrives on the Square.

The Talk Low Music Festival returns September 26–29 with a lineup that transforms Cincinnati into a global stage for experimental sound. Presented by Whited Sepulchre Records and concert:nova, the festival brings artists like clipping. with Daveed Diggs, Moor Mother, Kelly Moran, Sarah Davachi, Nadah El Shazly, and WHY? x concert:nova across venues including the Contemporary Arts Center, Memorial Hall, Christ Church Cathedral, Homemakers Bar, and the Mercantile Library. With free events, collaborative performances, and the U.S. premiere of Dai Fujikura’s Borrowed Landscape, Talk Low creates a cultural moment that connects Cincinnati to festivals like Big Ears and Time:Spans. Tickets and passes are available now at talklowfest.com.