11 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Sept. 6-8)

By Emma Helbling on Sat, Sep 7, 2024 at 1:25 am

If your weekend agenda is looking empty, look no further. Cincinnati is full of events this weekend, from craft markets and art festivals, to concerts and a few chances to explore technology and science — there’s truly something for everyone. Keep scrolling for a few events to keep you entertained this weekend.

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MidwestCon 2024

When: Sept. 4-6
Where: 1819 Innovation Hub, Avondale
What: The three-day-event fuses creativity, social change and technology through various events and guest speakers - including Mayor Aftab Pureval.
Who: Disruption Now
Why: Pick up a new techie or AI skill to show off in the office on Monday.

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Photo: facebook.com/vinkolet

Vinoklet Winery’s 25th Annual Art & Wine Festival

When: Sept. 6 from 5:30-11 p.m.; Sep. 7 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sept. 8 from noon-8 p.m.
Where: Vinoklet Winery, Colerain Township
What: This 25th-annual event hosted by Vinoklet Winery features award-winning wine, live music and art and food vendors.
Who: Vinoklet Winery
Why: Food and wine. What better way to spend your weekend?

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Photo: Cincinnati Arts Association

Mamma Mia at the Aronoff

When: Sept. 6-8
Where: The Aronoff Center for the Arts, Downtown
What: The Mamma Mia touring show is making a stop in Cincinnati — don’t miss the opportunity to see the ABBA-inspired tale of love and friendship.
Who: Cincinnati Arts Association
Why: Tickets are still available online for the ultimate feel-good show.

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Photo: Hailey Bollinger

OTRberfest at Rhinegeist

When: Sept. 6 from 4-8 p.m.; Sept. 7 from noon-9 p.m. and Sept. 8 from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Where: Rhinegeist Brewery, Over-the-Rhine
What: Rhinegeist is bringing OTR and Cincinnati the ultimate Oktoberfest celebration this weekend featuring all things historic Cincinnati beer, food, music and festive guest beers on tap.
Who: Rhinegeist
Why: Enjoy the event alongside a Brewing Heritage Trails beer tour.

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Chip Thomas and the Painted Desert Project at the Contemporary Arts Center

When: Sept. 7 and 8 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Contemporary Arts Center, Downtown
What: The Contemporary Arts Center is debuting it’s first exhibit of the new season, Chip Thomas and the Painted Desert Project, honoring photographer, activist and retired physician, Chip Thomas.
Who: Contemporary Arts Center
Why: Kick off the weekend and CAC’s 2024-25 season all in one.

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Photo: Provided by Emma Nurre

HotMess Kickball Opening Party

When: Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bloom OTR, Over-the-Rhine
What: HotMess Sports Cincinnati is hosting their kickball opening party at Bloom OTR this weekend to meet team members, other teams and collect the official team shirt
Who: HotMess Sports Cincinnati
Why: Don’t miss the first official kickball game of the season on Sunday at 11 a.m. at Salway Park, or gather your family and friends to make a team of your own.

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Photo: Courtney Kiara Boyer

Ohio Is For Lovers Festival

When: Sept. 7 at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Riverbend Music Center, California
What: This one-day alternative music festival features a range of emo(ish) acts, from Ohio natives Hawthorne Heights to Hot Mulligan, Movements and more. The festival will feature local vendors, a marketplace and activities.
Who: Is For Lovers and Hawthorne Heights
Why: Looking to make the festival last a little longer? Grab a ticket for Emo Nite’s Ohio Is For Lovers pre-party on Saturday, Sept. 6 at Bogart’s.

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Photo: Hailey Bollinger

ArtisanFest513 Summers End Craft Market

When: Sept. 7 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine
What: Bid a final farewell to summer at the ArtisanFest513 Craft Market, featuring one-of-a-kind handmade pieces and the opportunity to connect with local artisans.
Who: The Artisan Marketplace
Why: Head outside and celebrate local art and the first bit of fall weather.

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Photo: Brittany Thornton

Cincinnati Observatory’s ScopeOut Telescope Festival

When: Sept. 7 from 6-10 p.m.
Where: Cincinnati Observatory, Mount Lookout
What: Dive into the many different types of telescopes and how to operate them, in addition to enjoying a quality stargazing experience.
Who: Cincinnati Observatory
Why: Spend a one-of-a-kind evening under the stars.

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Brad Paisley at Hard Rock Cincinnati

When: Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Hard Rock Casino, Downtown
What: Grammy winner Brad Paisley is making a pit stop in Cincinnati on his tour at the Hard Rock Casino’s outdoor venue.
Who: Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati
Why: Tickets are still available at ticketmaster.com.

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Photo: Aleksandr Popov, Unsplash

Gimme Gimme Disco at Bogart’s

When: Sept. 7 at 8 p.m.
Where: Bogart’s, Corryville
What: An ABBA and disco-inspired dance party playing all the best hits from the '70s and '80s, with tickets starting at $15.
Who: Gimme Gimme Disco
Why: As the website says, “honey honey, take a chance and you’ll be dancing all night long."

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