Free events in the Cincinnati region
Discover free things to do across the Cincinnati region with Cincy A&E’s curated guide to events, performances, festivals and family-friendly activities.
Explore this page to find free events happening today, this weekend and throughout the year, from live music and art exhibitions to outdoor festivals, theater, dance and community celebrations. Discover how local artists and organizations bring the region to life with experiences within reach for everyone. Browse upcoming events, plan your visit and stay up to date on free arts and cultural events across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Associated Organizations
Founded in 2020, DSGNCllctv (Design Collective) operates as a DIY gallery, retailer, music and ...
1001 Colors is a youth employment and arts-based workforce development organization that produces ...
Featuring a wine bar, restaurant, and retail store, 20 Brix is a perfect combination for everyone.
Enjoy a unique experience at the only museum hotel in Cincinnati. As North America’s first museum ...
Download the ArtsWave App and unlock the BLINK Insider by October 20 and not only will you gain ...
WVXU and WMUB are Greater Cincinnati’s source for local, national and international news. Starting ...
Whether it’s for your special event or just to brighten someone’s day, A New Leaf Florist prides ...
The Academy of Cinematic Arts is an arts/education nonprofit that is committed to helping students ...
At Activate you enter the game where you become the player in the world’s first active gaming ...
More than a gallery, Art Design Consultants, Inc., is one of the nation’s leading full-service ...
APNET is about connecting Africans in the Diaspora and our allies to network with each other, ...
AGAR is a social intelligence agency that leverages consumer experiences and influencers to grow ...
AIA Cincinnati is a member-led organization supporting the future of the architecture profession ...
At Aladdin’s Eatery, we take pleasure in serving our guests healthy and flavorful ...
Full service salon, spa, blowout, and makeup bar.
Alcove is a nook of nature in the heart of the city, with a series of unique spaces for guests to ...
ALICE F. AND HARRIS K. WESTON ART GALLERY
The Weston Art Gallery’s mission is to present and ...
Just your friendly neighborhood paradox. ALICE OTR is a cocktail bar, discothèque, and has a ...
Welcome to All Bar None, where craft beer and live music converge to create an unforgettable ...
Since 2015, Alley Boutique has been a beloved shopping spot in Loveland, OH, offering a curated ...
The Alliance of Chinese Culture & Arts USA (ACCA), fully operated by the volunteers, has committed ...
Almost V’Gan Lounge is a Black-owned 21+ restaurant in downtown Cincinnati that specializes in ...
Welcome to Amador, a chance to travel back in time to a tropical destination that embraces a thirst ...
American Legacy Theatre is theatre for social change. A.L.T. provides professional theatre that is ...
Tod Swormstedt spent 26 years on the staff of Signs of the Times magazine, and he became the ...
As the extracurricular arm of Anderson High School’s Theatre and Film Department, Anderson Theatre ...
Anjou is a craft cocktail bar located in the Walnut Hills area of Cincinnati, OH featuring a ...
Anything Airbrushed plus is a full service retail and business to business art studio. The studio ...
Designed by internationally renowned architect Cesar Pelli, the dramatic glass, stainless steel, ...
Art Academy of Cincinnati, established in 1869, is an independent college of art and design. ...
Four Unique Galleries One Inspiring Space
Our expansive galleries covering over 4000 sq ft. display ...
Art of the Piano is a festival created and led by pianist Awadagin Pratt. Exceptional ...
ARTclectic Art Gallery is Cincinnati’s highest-rated art gallery according to Google reviews. ...
Artichoke is owned by husband and wife team Brad and Karen Hughes. They have designed a store at ...
The Springfield Township Arts & Enrichment Council (D.B.A. ArtsConnect) formed in 2012 by ...
The greater Cincinnati region’s leading local arts agency and the nation’s largest community ...
ArtsWave is the Greater Cincinnati region’s local arts agency and the nation’s first and ...
The Asian Community Alliance, Inc. (ACA) is a non-profit 501©3 organization that provides quality, ...
Asianati celebrates Asian food and culture through stories, news, and our website directory of ...
After 10 years in the acting industry, we decided to alter our direction. Now, we share our passion ...
Launched in June of 2011, the Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows are a series of art and craft events ...
Avril-Bleh Meat Market & Deli is a full-service butcher shop & deli serving Greater Cincinnati ...
A fun, interactive music program for audiences of all ages. Cellist Nat Chaitkin pairs live ...
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center provides professional art instruction in a compelling learning ...
With now more than 50 years of music education experience, the Baldwin Music Education Center has ...
BAOKU’S VILLAGE in Covington, KY, is a template global vision for community arts, music and ...
Bard & Bandit produces theatre that’s equally fun for the actors and the audience.
Basketshop is dedicated to following the trend of a creative generation that relocates themselves ...
BPI performed their first production, Solid Gold Cadillac, in the fall of 1959 and has presented ...
Named after the railway that once connected Columbus and Cincinnati, Beeline offers a wide ...
From the ridiculous (BCM’s infamous two-headed calf) to the sublime (our fascinating ...
The mission of the Ben Carlson-Berne Scholarship Fund is to provide the highest quality private ...
Better Blend is a company focused on wellness. We aim to cultivate a healthier and happier world ...
Bi-Okoto was established in 1994 as a professional African dance company comprised of highly ...
blaCk Coffee Lounge is a specialty Coffee Shop inspired by HipHop and Community. Cincinnati’s #1 ...
Founded in 2018, the Black Design Collective is comprised of accomplished fashion industry ...
Black Folks Make Movies is committed to the examination of Black film history through images ...
BlaCkOWned™️ presents a collection that blends the grit of the streets with the soul of ...
BBRD is a 501(c)3 local non-profit that is operated by the skaters, for the skaters. Our mission is ...
Founded in 1987, the Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra (BAMSO) is the only professional ...
The Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra (BAMSO) was founded in 1987 as a community orchestra and ...
Boba Angel is a cozy cafe downtown that specializes in serving a variety of delicious boba tea ...
Bookery Cincy is a local Cincy bookshop here to help you find your favorite reads because you ...
Boone County Public Library has 6 locations around the county. The Library strives to provide ...
At Bourbon Trails & Bluegrass Tales, we believe everyone deserves the chance to explore, ...
Brazee Street Studios is an artist community housing over 25 professional artist studios, Brazee ...
Breath Collective is an emerging nonprofit performing arts production company based in Cincinnati. ...
BrewRiver Creole Kitchen serves up more than a meal, it’s an experience! BrewRiver is where ...
The Brewery District Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation is a non-profit organization ...
Walk the Brewing Heritage Trail in Cincinnati. Discover America’s beer story through guided tours, ...
Bridge’s LLC believes in simple fresh great tasting food. Our aim and interest is to creatively ...
Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Cincinnati presented by TriHealth, presented at the beautiful Aronoff ...
Brown Bear Bakery is a laid-back bakery with artisanal sweet & savory pastries & desserts, plus ...
Brush Factory believes in the power of wholesome home living. Founded in 2009 our studio was built ...
Cincinnati’s only brick-and-mortar brownie store! Buckabee Brownies has 70 clasic and unique ...
Building Value is your community retail store for reclaimed building materials! Our mission is to ...
The Busy Bee Boutique, a gift shop in Loveland, Ohio, has been buzzing since 2007 and is ready to ...
Butcher and Barrel is Cincinnati’s only Argentine Steakhouse, melding the cultural influences of ...
By Golly’s Bar & Grill is a cozy and welcoming spot for both new friends and old. From our famous ...
Our Story
Cincy Art Link (or C-LINK) grew from the needs of our diverse community at Brazee Street ...
At Café Alma, we’re on a mission to inspire vibrant living through the Mediterranean way of ...
Caffè Vivace is a coffee house by day and a jazz lounge by night. It provides a space for ...
At Calico Children’s Theatre, our goal is to provide an experience where a child’s imagination can ...
Calvary Christian School Fine Arts Department
Covington KY
Cappel’s has been family-owned and operated in Cincinnati since 1945! Cappel’s offers every ...
Cafe, coffee roastery, light snacks/breakfast with a wide variety of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, ...
Caribbean Eye presents films made by Caribbean directors, and related events, at different venues ...
Carl’s Deli has been a beloved neighborhood staple for over 80 years. Known for its premium ...
We are all about art enameling for everyone! The Carpenter Art Enamel Foundation is a 501(3)c ...
We are a non-profit organization whose purpose is to nurture, house and sustain the art of enamel ...
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The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter in Chains is a Catholic cathedral of the Latin Church in the ...
A new civic group dedicated to bringing new and exciting Art based programs and events to the West ...
CCM Prep offers a wide variety of programs in music, dance and theatre arts for people of all ...
Century Design Workshop is an artist studio and gallery located in the historic Century Theater in ...
CET, your local public television station, is a leading provider of education and enrichment in ...
Chamber Music Cincinnati (CMC) presents U.S. and global artists at the pinnacle of the form (e.g., ...
Chase Public is a collaborative space for art and assembly in the Northside neighborhood of ...
We are a teaching kitchen located on CHCA’s campus offering community cooking classes and events to ...
Ché OTR is a taste of Argentina’s favorite street foods, located in the heart of OTR!
Cheers to Art invites you to experience art as entertainment… where an evening of painting, music ...
Custom embroidery, stitched with care right here in Cincinnati. Located inside the Chasing Cali ...
Cincinnati Actor’s Studio & Academy (CASA) has several components:
Acting studio, year-round ...
The Tri-State’s longest running only year round twice weekly Acting Class. The Cincinnati Actors ...
The Cincinnati Art Club was formed in 1890 and is one of the oldest continually operating group of ...
The schedule of upcoming gallery exhibitions and events at the Cincinnati Art Club
Cincinnati Art Galleries, established in 1984, is a fine art gallery specializing in American and ...
Located in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features a diverse, encyclopedic art ...
Cincinnati Art Underground is a dynamic contemporary art gallery, showcasing art by emerging ...
The Cincinnati Artist Network (CAN) is your connection to our region’s independent artists.We give ...
Cincinnati Artist’s Theatre is a collective of Cincinnati based artists who specialize in various ...
Founded in 1992, the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is a not-for-profit organization that ...
Founded in 1976 the Cincinnati Asian Art Society (CAAS) provides a forum for collectors and ...
Cincinnati Baila! Dance Academy was created as a need of parents that found themselves raising ...
Since 1963, Cincinnati Ballet has been the cornerstone professional ballet company of the region, ...
Cincy Black Pride aims to mobilize the Black LGBTQ+ Community to promote the health, education and ...
Keeping alive the spirit of Black Theatre by offering top-notch theatrical productions, performance ...
The Cincinnati Blacksmith’s Guild is a vibrant community dedicated to preserving and advancing ...
Over 300 boys representing more than 100 different schools and neighborhoods throughout greater ...
The Cincinnati Brass Band performs approximately 15 concerts per year. Venues include churches, ...
The Cincinnati Business Courier is the Greater Cincinnati region’s resource for local business ...
About the Cincinnati Camerata
The Cincinnati Camerata was founded in 1992 by the director Christian ...
Cincinnati Center for Autism (CCA) was formed with the sole purpose of improving the outcome for ...
Opera for everyone.
Cincinnati Chamber Opera was founded in 2012 by Shawn Mlynek and Autumn West ...
Since 1974, the Cincinnati Choral Society has offered quality musical experiences not only to ...
The Cincinnati Circus Company is an animal free, physical circus. They were founded in 1999 by ...
The mission of the Cincinnati Community Orchestra Association is to provide a continuing musical ...
Cincinnati Compass advances economic and cultural inclusion of immigrants and refugees to enhance ...
The Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra (CCJO) is a 17-member ensemble dedicated to performing, ...
The Cincinnati Cougars are Cincinnati’s premier Women’s Pro Tackle Football Team! This is a 501c3 ...
The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that Cincinnati has made to the ...
We are the Cincinnati Flute Society, a non-profit dedicated to creating and promoting musical ...
I found my passion at historic Findlay Market in 2009 when my husband Barry and I opened our fresh ...
WHAT IS A FRINGE FESTIVAL?
Fringe Festivals, now booming across the world, began in 1947 in ...
Cincinnati Highland Dancers is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization dedicated to promoting and ...
Cincinnati Landmark Productions (CLP) began as Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre (CYPT), a ...
The Cincinnati Lapidary Guild enables artists, craftspeople, professionals, and hobbyists to pursue ...
Cincinnati Magazine is the definitive guide to living well in Greater Cincinnati, connecting ...
Established in 2004, the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society (CMHS) is a trustee-led, non-profit ...
The Cincinnati Men’s Chorus is comprised of individuals who identify as gay, bi, trans, non-binary ...
Vision
Cincinnati Museum Center will be known for its commitment to understanding the richness of ...
CNC is a nonprofit nature education organization founded in 1965. We are the largest ...
Cincinnati Nature Center is a nationally recognized nonprofit nature and environmental education ...
Cincinnati Nature Center is dedicated to inspiring conservation through personal experiences, ...
Since 1930, the Cincinnati Numismatic Association has been the gathering organization for coin ...
The Birthplace of American Astronomy
The Cincinnati Observatory is known as ‘The Birthplace of ...
Founded in 1920 and the second-oldest opera company in the nation, Cincinnati Opera presents a ...
Today, Cincinnati Parks consists of 5,000-plus acres of city parklands including 5 regional parks, ...
The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is a two-time, Tony Award-winning professional theatre ...
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park houses two venue spaces:
Moe and Jack’s Place –The Rouse ...
The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra is a pops orchestra based in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, founded ...
Cincinnati Ohio’s Major League Baseball team.
Our Mission
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is a resident ensemble theatre company bringing ...
What is CSI all about?
Cincinnati Song Initiative was founded to bring a concentrated and cohesive ...
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is a dynamic ensemble of some of the world’s finest ...
Cincinnati World Cinema is an AVO (All Volunteer Organization) presenting outstanding films that ...
The Cincinnati World Piano Competition’s mission is to inspire and positively impact our diverse ...
The Cincinnati Children’s Choir
Ensemble-in-Residence at the University of ...
Rated by peer zoological parks as one of the best zoos in the nation, the Cincinnati Zoo continues ...
Come learn the tips and techniques to send you flying to new heights!
The Cincy Blues Society is a member-supported, 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization whose purpose is ...
At Cincy Brew Bus, Cincy Wine Wagon, and Cincy Bourbon Bus we want to share these facts, and many ...
Associated Venues
124 West Pike Street Gallery
1305 Gallery
1628 Ltd is a coworking space located in downtown Cincinnati. 1628 offers multiple options to fit ...
Located in the heart of Oakley Square in Cincinnati, Ohio, The 20TH Century Theater offers a unique ...
21c Museum, a multi-venue museum with locations in eight cities, is one of the largest contemporary ...
The Weston Art Gallery’s mission is to present and support the visual arts of the Tri-state ...
The Frederick H. Alms Memorial Park on Mt. Tusculum, once “Bald Hill,” offers spectacular ...
The American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a non-profit organization celebrating past ...
The museum is home to the history of American signage over the last century. Signs from the late ...
The Anderson library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
The Anderson Center Theater
Location: 7850 Five Mile Road in Anderson Township, a suburban area ...
3100 sq ft Art Studio and Gallery.
ARCO is Cincinnati’s newest performing arts and event venue on the west side, and conveniently ...
The Aronoff Center for the Arts is better known to Cincinnatians as simply The Aronoff – a nod ...
Art Beyond Boundaries provides a mainstream, professional exhibition venue to showcase and market ...
Four Unique Galleries One Inspiring Space
Our expansive galleries covering over 4000 sq ft. display ...
Artifact Gallery and Workshop is a multi-functional space. Artifact includes a unique gallery space ...
Discover vibrant community events and unique art experiences with ArtsConnect! Partnering with ...
ArtWorks V² Gallery at Cincinnati Scholar House
Though we specialize in African culture, the Asili Museum & Institute engages in providing all ...
Atelier Bianco + Frank is the shared studio space of Julia O. Bianco & Chandra Frank. Our studio ...
Ault Park is one of Southwest Ohio’s premier parks, hosting events such as the ...
An arbor offering a quiet garden setting.
The Avon Woods Nature Center and Preserve is located just four miles from downtown Cincinnati. The ...
The Avondale library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center provides professional art instruction in a compelling learning ...
Basketshop is dedicated to following the trend of a creative generation that relocates themselves ...
The Beech Acres Park outdoor amphitheater contains a wood shell atop a concrete base which projects ...
Behringer-Crawford Museum is located in the historic 19th century Devou family home, set amongst ...
Your favorite cool hotspot.
Gaming, racing, dining, and entertainment.
Wooded acres on Beech Lane were donated to the Cincinnati Park Board in 1977 by Mrs. Arthur M. ...
Bl-OKOTO was established in 1994 as a professional African dance company comprised of highly ...
The Blue Ash library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Blue Hell Studio is a blacksmithing and steel fabrication shop owned by Christopher Daniel that ...
Bogart’s is a block away from The University of Cincinnati. Please note that Bogart’s does not ...
Looking for an intimate comedy club experience near you in Cincinnati? Bombs Away! Comedy operates ...
The Bond Hill library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Boone County Fair
The Hebron library branch is part of the Boone County Public Library (BCPL) system in Kentucky.
Boone County Public Library has 6 locations around the county. The Library strives to provide ...
Boys Hope Girls Hope (BHGH) Cincinnati provides educational opportunities and stability to ...
Braam Memorial Garden Gazebo is an event venue located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Brazee Street Studios is an artist community housing over 25 professional artist studios, Brazee ...
Brazee Street Studios is an artist community housing over 25 professional artist studios, Brazee ...
Elegant private event space with full bar and catering services serving parties up to 120 guests ...
Brown County Fairgrounds in Georgetown
This 90-acre park near the University of Cincinnati sports hiking trails, a fishing lake, a ...
Church in Covington
The Cheviot library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Christ Church Cathedral, Cincinnati is the cathedral church of the Episcopal Diocese of Southern ...
Church of Our Saviour / La Iglesia de Nuestro Salvador is a multicultural and bilingual as a ...
Church of the Saviour United Methodist
is a multi-generational Christian congregation serving ...
Located in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features an unparalleled art collection of ...
Cincinnati Art Underground is a dynamic, new, contemporary art gallery, showcasing art by emerging ...
A new contemporary art gallery located on Main Street in OTR
The Cincinnati Lapidary Guild now has a home for our classes, so we can utilize all the equipment ...
Cincinnati Museum Center is a one-of-a-kind, multi-museum complex housed in Union Terminal, a ...
Cincinnati Nature Center is dedicated to inspiring conservation through personal experiences, ...
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park houses two venue spaces:
Moe and Jack’s Place – The Rouse ...
Scene shop for Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
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Amphitheater behind the city building.
Social Services Umbrella located on the West End
The Clifton library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Clifton Comedy Theatre is a subterranean blackbox venue located at 404 Ludlow Ave, in the heart of ...
For over 15 years, Clifton Cultural Arts Center has been producing free and low-cost programming ...
Clifton Cultural Arts Center’s mission is to strengthen the critical link between participation ...
We like to call CPT, a theatrical “sandbox” where we engage, inspire, entertain and challenge ...
Public community space on Ludlow Avenue across from Telford.
This studio theater with flexible seating for approximately 120 serves as the home for CCM’s ...
The College Hill library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Columbus Museum of Art creates great experiences with great art for everyone.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Commonwealth Sanctuary is to entertain, educate, and enrich all who pass ...
The concept of Community Matters grew from the energy and effort of the leadership of Education ...
Congregation Beth Adam was established in 1980 in response to the needs of a contemporary and ...
The Contemporary Arts Center is a contemporary art museum in Cincinnati, Ohio and one of the first ...
The Corryville library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
The Covedale library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
Built by the Ackerman Family, “The Covedale” was the most up-to-date thing in post-war cinemas. The ...
Crossroads is for anyone who wants to seek God-from those exploring whether or not God even exists, ...
The Philip M. Meyers, Jr. Memorial Gallery is a venue for presenting the work of DAAP faculty and ...
The Dorothy W. and C. Lawson Reed, Jr. Gallery hosts exhibitions that focus on the fields of study ...
The Deer Park library branch is part of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) ...
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