80th Incorporation Anniversary Celebration September 5–7, 2026 | Labor Day Weekend Rooted. Resilient. Rising. Honoring Our Past. Building Our Future.
Join us as the Village of Lincoln Heights commemorates 80 years of incorporation with a weekend of celebration, reflection, entertainment, and community fellowship.
Founded in 1946, Lincoln Heights became the first self-governing African American municipality north of the Mason-Dixon Line, establishing a legacy of self-determination, resilience, and civic leadership that continues to inspire generations today. This milestone celebration honors our rich history while embracing the next chapter of growth, investment, and opportunity for our community.
Why Celebrate Lincoln Heights?
The 80th Anniversary is more than a celebration of our past.
It is an opportunity to recognize the resilience of a community that changed history while celebrating the progress being made today. As Lincoln Heights continues investing in infrastructure, neighborhood revitalization, economic development, historic preservation, parks, public safety, and quality of life, this celebration reflects both our legacy and our vision for the future.
Celebration Schedule
Saturday, September 5
Community Celebration & Street Festival
10:00 AM – Community Parade
12:00 PM – Band Showcase & Drumline Battle
1:00 PM – Official Welcome & Opening Ceremony
Official kickoff of the Lincoln Heights Days Street Festival featuring food vendors, local businesses, family activities, live entertainment, community organizations, and more.
9:15 PM – Fireworks & Sky Show
10:00 PM – Festival Finale
Sunday, September 6
Community & Family Day
10:00 AM – Interdenominational Worship Celebration
12:00 PM – Vendors Open
1:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Live Entertainment & Street Festival
Enjoy an afternoon and evening of music, performances, family activities, food vendors, local artisans, and community fellowship.
Monday, September 7
Homecoming & Heritage Celebration
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Reconnect with friends, family, alumni, and former residents during our Homecoming Gathering featuring:
Historical exhibits
Community storytelling
Historical photo gallery
Alumni fellowship
Community potluck (tentative)
Reflections on 80 years of Lincoln Heights
Saturday, September 12th
Mayor’s Prayer Brunch
11:00 AM – 1:00PM
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
RSVP Required–Click here to RSVP
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ADMISSION INFO
INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES
- Sep 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm (Sat)
LOCATION
1201 Steffen Avenue Lincoln Heights, Ohio 45215, Cincinnati, OH 45215
