Bridgett Raffenberg 
Looking for something free (or cheap) to do this summer in Cincinnati? We’ve got you covered with this list of 50 free and cheap things to do in Cincinnati for the summer of 2024. Kids Bowl Free at Batavia Bowl, Crossgate Lanes, Eastgate Lanes, Scene75, S&S Western Bowl, and Stones Lanes; must register online; full … Read more
It’s Oktoberfest time in Cincinnati! Pull out the lederhosen and grab your favorite stein because Cincinnati knows how to throw a great Oktoberfest celebration! Here are all of the Cincinnati Oktoberfests we could find for 2024. Prost! August 23-25, 2024: Germania’s Oktoberfest Address: Germania Society, 3529 Kemper Rd. Cincinnati, OH Celebrate 52 years of Germania’s … Read more
August in Cincinnati – it’s likely to be our hottest month of the year. But we won’t let that stop us from enjoying some events around town, right? From River Days to Meteor Shower and Movie Night to the kickoff for Oktoberfest season, August is shaping up to be a great end to the summer … Read more
Enjoy this list of the best local events and things to do this weekend in Cincinnati, Ohio. This list includes weekend events, festivals, shows, family friendly things to do, and more. All event details were accurate at the time of this posting but event details do occasionally change. You should always double check with the … Read more
If you’re looking for some July fun in Cincinnati, we’ve got you covered! Summer is here and it’s time to get outside and play! July events not to be missed: the Celtic Festival, Cincinnati Burger Week, Goettafest, artisan markets, and much more! Enjoy this month long list of Things to Do in Cincinnati for the … Read more
Ohio traditionally offers a Tax Free Weekend at the beginning of August. Tax Free Weekend is usually limited to school supplies and some clothing purchases. But not in 2024! You might want to hold off on some purchases this summer as we will have a Sales Tax Holiday this year! Yes, there’s definitely something bigger … Read more
Get ready for Independence Day with this listing of 4th of July events and fireworks in Cincinnati. The list of celebrations is loooong for July 4, 2024. Who’s ready?! Here are the best 4th of July fireworks, parades, and festivals in Cincinnati and the surrounding areas: July 3, 2024: Colerain Township’s 4th of July SpectacularDate: July … Read more
If you’re looking for some great Cincinnati Staycation ideas, we’ve got you covered! With the increased price of gas, it seems like the perfect opportunity to act like a tourist in your own hometown! Wishing you were at the beach? Ohio has some! Missing a camping trip out west? Cincinnati has awesome campgrounds. Want to … Read more
We are lucky to have so many great free outdoor summer concerts in Cincinnati! You can enjoy live music on just about every day of the week this summer. We personally enjoy these free and cheap nights out around town. It’s a fun way to spend an evening with friends, it’s great for all ages, … Read more
One of the best parts of summer is the abundance of fresh local produce… and berries are no exception! Lucky for us, there are quite a few Pick-Your-Own berry farms to choose from in and around Cincinnati. Cincinnati area farmers (and Mother Nature) have been hard and work, preparing their crops for the berry picking … Read more
When summertime is calling your name and you simply NEED to get out and enjoy some warmth and sunshine, pay a visit to Miami Whitewater Forest. This is one of my favorite Great Parks of Hamilton County parks as this is truly an outdoor lovers dream! Something for everyone! What’s your style? Bike ride? Take … Read more
If you’re looking for some free summer fun, take a look at this list of Free Summer Movies in Cincinnati for 2024. From family friendly movies to adult nights out, there’s something for everyone! Last updated: 6-2-2024 Deerfield Township has their “Movies in the Park“ happening this summer. Look for movie titles such as:June 21: … Read more
Who’s ready for summer? We certainly are around here! As I started to plan out our summer of fun, I thought it would be great to share a list of some fun things to do with kids. I started to make the list and it grew and grew and grew! So if you’re looking for … Read more
There is a certain type of nostalgia that comes with skating rinks – like those coveted invites to the roller rink birthday parties, or pretending to be one of the Olympic greats on the ice. Whether you are channeling your inner Gretzky, Yamaguchi, or roller derby star, use the list below to find all the … Read more
If you’re looking for a way to cool off this summer, you’re lucky to be in Cincinnati! Whether you call it a Splash Pad or a Splash Park or a Sprayground, our fabulous local park systems have a number of wonderful options from which to choose. If you know of any spray parks we missed, please be … Read more
Oh, summer … laid back longer days, spending more time outside, trying new things and going to new places, soaking in the Vitamin D, sipping on cold drinks, pool time. I could go on and on! If you’re like me, trying to pack as much adventure as you can into this summer season, I have … Read more
Is there a better way to spend the day with a group of friends than heading out to canoe or kayak in Cincinnati? We are lucky to have so many options when it comes to bodies of water that are perfect for canoeing and kayaking in Cincinnati. The Little Miami, Great Miami, and Whitewater Rivers … Read more
Enjoy this list of 2024 Touch a Truck Events in the greater Cincinnati area. May 15, 2024: Anderson Township’s Riverside Park will be home to Trucks and Tractors, 4-7pm. Kids, young and old, will be able to climb and discover the different types of equipment we use in our parks! Friends of the park will … Read more