June in Cincinnati – so many events are ramping up for the summer! It’s going to be a great time to get outside and enjoy some summertime events, from concerts to festivals to recreational activities.
Enjoy this month long list of Things to Do in Cincinnati for the month of June:
June 1: It’s the last 2025 day to catch Summerfair, held on the grounds of Coney Island. This juried art show will have more than 300 fine artists and craftspeople from around the country. There’s entertainment and food as well. Hours are 10am-5pm on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate (cash only at the gate). Children 12 and under are free. Parking is included with your ticket. Rain or shine!
June 1: CincItalia! The Cincinnati Italian Festival continues on June 1 at Harvest Home Park. Enjoy great Italian fare, wine, Italian music, and more. Sunday hours are 1-9pm.
June 4: Pack up the bikes and take the kids to Summit Park for their Bike Rodeo, 4-7pm.
June 5: The Big Rig Gig is happening at Montgomery Square Plaza. Explore the big rigs from 10am – 1pm.
June 5: Smale Family Fun Day is bringing the summer fun! They’ll have bounce houses, puppet shows, petting zoos, live music, and free ice cream. The event will be at Smale Riverfront Park from 10am-1pm. New this year: Smale Family Fun will feature a low-sensory hour from 9-10am.
June 6: Head downtown for Teen Skate Nights at Sawyer Point, 6-10pm. Enjoy roller skating, dancing, DJs, summer treats and artmaking every Friday night May 30 – Aug 29. Free admission and free rental skates available with ID.
June 6: Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum’s Outdoor Movie Night returns for 2025. Pack your waterproof picnic blankets and/or chairs and head to Spring Grove’s beautiful Rose Garden to enjoy the historic grounds while watching a movie (Uncle Buck). The movie will begin around 9:00PM.
June 7: Westside Market (showcasing over 100 local vendors, food trucks and offers family fun activities) will be at Westwood Town Hall, 10am-3pm.
June 7: The Founders Day Walk is happening in West Chester, 2-6pm at the historic business district along Cincinnati-Dayton Road. The event includes a Chili Cook-off, lots of family friendly activities, food, and more.
June 7: Cincy VegFest will be at Burnet Woods, 11am-5pm. This free event includes a variety of talks, music, food demos and activities with presenters, musicians, authors, artists, and chefs unfolding a path to a more peaceful world through compassionate plant-sourced vegan living.
June 7: White Water Shaker Village, Ohio’s remaining Shaker village, is hosting a Flea Market on the grounds from 10am to 2pm.
June 8: They’ll have Kite Flying at VOA Park, 12-4pm. Pigs Aloft Kite Association will be flying kites on the front lawn of the VOA Park, 7850 VOA Park Drive. This group typically meets the second Sunday of each month, weather permitting.
June 8: Art on Vine will be at the Washington Park, 12-6pm.
June 13-15: Charm at the Farm will be happening in Lebanon (4953 Bunnell Hill Rd Lebanon, OH 45036 to be exact). The best local artisans and shops come together only three fabulous weekends a year exclusively at Charm at the Farm. This innovative market provides rustic gifts, furniture, and home decor all in one vibrant place.
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June 14: The O.F.F. Market will be at Summit Park, 10am-4pm. The O.F.F. Market is a monthly marketplace that brings together small businesses, artisans, brewers, bakers, farmers and the like to provide a unique shopping experience that supports strong community connections and strives to grow a hearty local economy.
June 14: The Hamilton Flea, Hamilton’s first curated, urban artisan market, will be at Marcum Park from 10am to 4pm.
June 8: Birds and Blooms is happening at Otto-Armleder Memorial Park starting at 9am. Join a nature interpreter for a hike on a paved trail and enjoy the many unique and beautiful prairie plants, flowers, birds, and more. The event will begin at the pavilion and walk the prairie loop from there. This is a free event. Click the link above and then select June 8 for details.
June 8: The Cincinnati Concours D’ Elegance, a nationally recognized car show that highlights some of the most spectacular automobiles and motorcycles of all time, will be at Ault Park from 10am to 5pm. Free shuttle service provided. Tickets required.
June 8: The Burlington Antique Show is at the Boone County Fairgrounds from 7am to 3pm. Shop from 200 antiques dealers at this antiques and vintage collectibles show.
June 9: There will be some kites flying at the VOA Museum. Pigs Aloft Kite Association fly their extraordinary kites each month on the front lawn of the VOA Museum, 8070 Tylersville Road. This group typically meets the second Sunday of each month, weather permitting. Noon-4pm / weather permitting.
June 12-15: Celebrate Italian heritage at Newport Italianfest. They’ll have food and drink, live music, and history. The festival happens at Riverboat Row.
June 13-15: Schutzenfest returns for 2025! Head to Kolping for authentic German food, beer, wine, entertainment, and MUCH more.
June 13: Head downtown for Teen Skate Nights at Sawyer Point, 6-10pm. Enjoy roller skating, dancing, DJs, summer treats and artmaking every Friday night May 30 – Aug 29. Free admission and free rental skates available with ID.
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June 15: Head to Mt. Storm Park for their annual car show – Cars in the Park, 12-2pm. Vintage and other special cars will park near the entrance to Mt. Storm Park for everyone to see and enjoy!
June 16: There’s a Photography Night happening at Krohn Conservatory’s Butterfly Show, 6-8pm. Registration / tickets required.
June 17: There’s a Photography Night happening at Krohn Conservatory’s Butterfly Show, 6-8pm. Monday Photo Nights is limited to 50 guests and you can bring a tripod. Tickets required.
June 17: Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park is hosting their Fishing Derby.
June 19: Head to Ault Park for the June Summer Music Festival, 6-10pm. Enjoy live music from The Whammies plus inflatables & games. Volunteer organizations will have kids’ crafts and activities from 6-8pm. Free admission (food and drink available for purchase).
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June 20: Head downtown for Teen Skate Nights at Sawyer Point, 6-10pm. Enjoy roller skating, dancing, DJs, summer treats and artmaking every Friday night May 30 – Aug 29. Free admission and free rental skates available with ID.
June 21: The City Flea will be at Factory 52, 11am-4pm.
June 22: The City Flea will be at Washington Park, 10am-4pm.
June 22: It’s time for Dog Day of Summer at Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum! For 364 days of the year the cemetery does not permit dog owners to share the beauty of Spring Grove with their pets. However, on this ONE day only, responsible pet owners are invited to spend the entire day at the cemetery with their four-legged buddies. Explore over 45 miles of paved roads throughout the 400+ developed acres of the park
June 27: Head downtown for Teen Skate Nights at Sawyer Point, 6-10pm. Enjoy roller skating, dancing, DJs, summer treats and artmaking every Friday night May 30 – Aug 29. Free admission and free rental skates available with ID.
June 27: Art After Dark is at The Cincinnati Art Museum, 5-9pm.
June 28-30: A Cincinnati Classic returns – Panegyri! Enjoy all things Greek food and culture at the 50th Annual PANEGYRI Greek Festival. Hours are Friday 5-11pm, Saturday 3-11pm, and Sunday 1-8pm. Admission is $3 with children 12 and under free. Free parking and there’s a shuttle bus service to and from St. Xavier High School.
June 28-29: Head to Heritage Village Museum for the Jane Austen Festival. Celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, the weekend events include workshops, teas, lectures, costume promenades, vendors, and the highly anticipated Ball! After many years being hosted in beautiful Locust Grove, near Louisville, Kentucky, they are excited to announce the Jane Austen Festival has found a new home here at Heritage Village Museum. Tickets required.
The Butterfly Show is at the Krohn Conservatory. “Gothica Botanica” will be here through August 10, 2025.
