12 Things to do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Sept. 13-15)

By Emma Helbling on Fri, Sep 13, 2024 at 5:08 pm

Prost, Cincinnati! With September in full swing, this weekend has a lineup of events that offer something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to celebrate Northern Kentucky's German heritage with multiple Oktoberfests, enjoy some local art and music or dance the night away, you’ve come to the right place.

If you’re looking for even more to do every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events calendar, which is free to use if you have something planned that you’d like to advertise to CityBeat readers.

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Underworld Black Arts Festival

When: Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Contemporary Arts Center, Downtown
What: The Underworld Black Arts Festival is bringing a day packed with knowledge and celebration with the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, film festival and UBAF Dance Party.
Who: Contemporary Arts Center and Underworld Black Arts Festival
Why: Register for the film screenings and dance party for the full experience at contemporaryartscenter.org.

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Kaplan New Works Series

When: Friday-Sunday, Spet. 13-15
Where: Aronoff Center for the Arts’ Jarson-Kaplan Theater, Downtown
What: Four world premiere dance commissions from choreographers Darrell Grand Moultrie, Christian Denice, Caroline Dahm and Gustavo Ramirez.
Who: Cincinnati Ballet
Why: This contemporary dance series is always a favorite among Cincinnati Ballet patrons, plus Darrell Grand Moultrie was a choreographer on Beyoncé’s “Mrs. Carter World Tour.”

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Playhouse in the Park presents Tomás and the Library Lady

When: Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 14 at 2 p.m.
Where: Bell Tower Arts Pavilion, Evendale (Friday) and Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, Union (Saturday)
What: Playhouse in the Park presents Tomás and the Library Lady, the story of a young boy’s journey through reading and imagination.
Who: Playhouse in the Park and Off The Hill Touring Plays
Why: Enjoy this feel-good performance with the whole family.

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Covington Oktoberfest 2024

When: Sept. 13-15 from 12-8 p.m.
Where: Goebel Park, Covington
What: Covington’s Oktoberfest celebration is returning this weekend with local food, craft vendors, live music, interactive activities and more.
Who: Covington Oktoberfest and Braxton Brewing Company
Why: Try a local Braxton Brewing beer and try your hand at the Garage Bier Belly Competition.

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Newport Oktoberfest

When: Sept. 13 from 5-11 p.m.; Sept. 14 from 12-11 p.m.; and Sept. 15 from 12-7 p.m.
Where: Newport Festival Park, Newport
What: Oktoberfest has returned to Festival Park, featuring the classic Bavarian food, music and drinks and, this year, a full carnival.
Who: Newport Oktoberfest
Why: Grab your favorite local beer, and fresh-baked pretzel, and don’t forget your ride-all-day wristband.

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Nicki Minaj Night: Drag Show & Dance Party

When: Sept. 13 at 10 p.m.
Where: The Birdcage, Cincinnati
What: Enjoy a night of drag performances, dancing and Nicki Minaj discography.
Who: The Birdcage
Why: As Nicki Minaj says, “The night is still young, and so are we,” so grab your friends and dance the night away.

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HorrorHound Weekend

When: Sept. 13 from 5-10 p.m.; Sept. 14 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Sharonville Convention Center, Sharonville
What: HorrorHound is heading to Cincinnati this weekend and is bringing us all things horror. Guests have the opportunity to meet celebrities, sit in on Q&A panels and shop new and rare merchandise.
Who: HorrorHound
Why: Get into the spooky spirit early! Tickets are still available for purchase at horrorhoundweekend.com.

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Taft Coffee Club

When: Sept. 14 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: Taft Museum of Art, Downtown
What: This Saturday morning event features gallery experiences and group discussions over cups of coffee.
Who: Taft Museum of Art
Why: Spend the morning enjoying art and a little sweet treat.

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Westwood Art Show & Wine Festival

When: Sept. 14 from 12-7 p.m.
Where: Westwood Town Hall, Westwood
What: The annual festival is returning on Saturday to showcase Westwood’s local art community.
Who: Westwood Grows
Why: Bring home some locally made art and enjoy local food and wine options.

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Hispanic Heritage Festival

When: Sept. 15 from 3-7 p.m.
Where: Sharon Woods Park, Sharonville
What: Great Parks is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with a day jam-packed with local food and drink, live entertainment and crafts for the whole family to enjoy.
Who: Great Parks
Why: This is a perfect event for the whole family to enjoy, with free admission and a chance to meet Rosie Red and FCC Gary.

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Art Off the Walls: Sunrise to Starlight

When: Sept. 14 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Newport Car Barn, Newport
What: Enjoy a viewing of murals that bring Kentucky’s natural beauty to life alongside live dance performances, dinner and more.
Who: ArtWorks
Why: Tickets are still available for purchase at event.gives/aotw2024.

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Tea Dance Cincinnati at Rhinegeist Brewery

When: Sept. 15 from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Rhinegeist Brewery's rooftop, Over-the-Rhine
What: This month’s Tea Dance at Rhinegeist Brewery brings tunes, views and a variety of cocktails and beers.
Who: Tea Dance Cincinnati
Why: Bring your friends and make new ones this Sunday over locally brewed beer.

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