20 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (June 7-9)

By Gigi Twachtman on Thu, Jun 6, 2024 at 5:06 pm

Happy almost weekend, Cincinnati. There is so much going on in the Queen City this weekend that CityBeat expanded its weekend picks to include 20 events taking place throughout Greater Cincinnati this weekend. Keep scrolling to see our favorite events taking place June 7-9.

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Hootie and The Blowfish - Summer Camp With Trucks Tour

When: June 7 at 7 p.m.
Where: Riverbend Music Center, California
What: A performance by Hootie & The Blowfish with special guests Collective Soul and Edwin McCain.
Who: Hootie & The Blowfish
Why: Enjoy live music performed by rock band Hootie & The Blowfish and openers Edwin McCain and rock band Collective Soul.

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NISE Drag Bingo

When: June 7 from 7-10 p.m.
Where: OTR Stillhouse, Over-the-Rhine
What: The third-annual Drag Bingo fundraiser offers a fun game night for those 18 and older.
Who: Northern Kentucky Inclusive Students in Education
Why: Join local nonprofit Northern Kentucky Inclusive Students in Education for their third-annual Drag Bingo fundraiser to help raise money to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for college and college readiness.

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Maggie Rogers at the ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park

When: June 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Andrew J Brady Music Center, The Banks
What: Musician Maggie Rogers will be performing with special guest The Japanese House.
Who: Maggie Rogers
Why: See Grammy-nominated songwriter and performer Maggie Rogers tour in support of her new album, Don't Forget Me. Indie pop artist The Japanese House will be opening for Rogers.

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Duck Tape® at the Park

When: June 7-9
Where: Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine
What: Annual exhibition of large-scale art sculptures crafted entirely from Duck Tape®.
Who: The Art Academy of Cincinnati
Why: Experience over a dozen works of Duck Tape® art at Washington Park. The vibrant and creative sculptures are the work of students and alumni of The Art Academy of Cincinnati and local artists and students from Winton Woods Intermediate School and the Summit Country Day School.

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St. Mike Fest

When: June 7-8 from 6-midnight and June 9 from 3-9 p.m.
Where: Saint Michael Church, Blue Ash
What: Enjoy a weekend of live music, gambling, games, rides, food and drink.
Who: Saint Michael Church
Why: A weekend of family fun with live music by The Rusty Griswolds, DV8 and Matt Waters & The Recipe, along with games, rides and LaRosa’s pizza.

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Monarch Fest 2024

When: June 8 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Christ The King Lutheran Church, West Chester
What: A free fun and educational event promoting environmental conservation.
Who: Christ The King Lutheran Church
Why: Enjoy a day of family fun including creative kid’s activities, educational garden tours, food, live music and vendors. The event also teaches families how to make their garden accommodate local species and provides attendees with local greenery to plant at home.

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ArtisanFest513 Pride Market

When: June 8 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine
What: Celebrate Pride while browsing stands from local vendors selling handcrafted jewelry, art and tasty food.
Who: ArtisanFest513
Why: Kick off Pride month by shopping local vendors’ creations and enjoying delicious food.

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The OFF Market

When: June 8 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Summit Park, Blue Ash
What: A unique, community-driven shopping experience featuring small businesses, brewers, bakers, artisans and farmers.
Who: The OFF Market
Why: Support local businesses and vendors while improving community connections and the local economy with this family-friendly event featuring local businesses and food trucks.

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Hello Kitty Cafe Truck

When: June 8 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Kenwood Towne Centre, Kenwood
What: Celebrate 50 years of Hello Kitty by visiting the popular Hello Kitty Cafe Truck.
Who: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck
Why: The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will stop in Cincinnati while it continues its tour of the east. The popular cafe truck celebrates the 50th anniversary of Hello Kitty with a collection of new exclusive merchandise and treats.

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Sayler Park Sustains Festival

When: June 8 from noon-10 p.m.
Where: Nelson Sayler Park, West Side
What: A festival with live music and entertainment that promotes environmental sustainability.
Who: Sayler Park Sustains
Why: A day of fun with food and live entertainment with music by The Tillers, Sarah Gorak and The Newport Secret Six, along with education on how to live a more environmentally-conscious lifestyle.

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Michael Marcagi at Bogart’s

When: June 8 at 7 p.m.
Where: Bogart’s, Clifton
What: See Cincinnati local Michael Marcagi perform a setlist from his new breakthrough EP, American Romance.
Who: Michael Marcagi
Why: Marcagi’s new EP was largely influenced by his upbringing in Cincinnati.

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Veracity: Comedy from True Stories

When: June 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: Clifton Comedy Theater, Clifton
What: A performance exploring the unpredictable world of the human experience.
Who: Improv Cincinnati
Why: Enjoy comedic recountings of heartwarming, awkward or bizarre life experiences by talented performers.

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St. James Middle Eastern Food Fest

When: June 8 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and June 9 from noon-9 p.m.
Where: St. James Antiochian Orthodox Church, Loveland
What: A day of Middle Eastern food, live music, dance and games.
Who: St. James Antiochian Orthodox Church
Why:Immerse yourself in Middle Eastern food and culture, including live belly dancing and Dabke performances, games, henna and photo opportunities with a camel.

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2024 Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance

When: June 9 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Ault Park, Mt. Lookout
What: An event celebrating Italian automotive innovation.
Who: Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance
Why: View historic Italian-style automobiles and motorcycles and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of the Ford Mustang. Proceeds from the event will benefit the juvenile arthritis programs of the Arthritis Foundation.

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PRIDE on Main

When: June 9 from noon-5 p.m.
Where: Main Street, Over-the-Rhine
What: Neighborhood street festival celebrating community, creativity and culture with art, music and vendors.
Who: OTR Chamber of Commerce
Why: Cincinnati’s oldest street festival, Second Sunday on Main, continues for the 20th year. The June 9 festival is themed “Pride” and will feature a diverse vendor market.

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2024 Cincy Blues Challenge

When: June 9 from noon-8 p.m.
Where: Element Eatery, Madisonville
What: A competition among the best blues artists and groups in the region.
Who: Cincy Blues Society
Why: Listen to blues music from talented musicians as they are judged in competition for entry into the 2025 International Blues Festival in Memphis.

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On Freedom’s Doorstep: Black History in Cincinnati

When: June 9 from 1-5 p.m.
Where: Heritage Village Museum and Educational Center, Sharonville
What: A chance to learn more about the history of Black Cincinnatians.
Who: The Voice of Black Cincinnati
Why: Celebrate Black history by commemorating the contributions of Black Cincinnatians through the end of WWI.

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Taste on the Levee

When: June 9 from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Newport on the Levee, Newport
What: Experience the local flavors of Newport.
Who: Newport on the Levee
Why: Enjoy a delicious evening of food and drinks from Newport’s local restaurants and bars, along with live music and entertainment.

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Adult Swim at Ziegler Pool

When: June 9 from 7-10 p.m.
Where: Ziegler Pool, Pendleton
What: Enjoy an adults-only night of swimming and socializing at Ziegler Pool.
Who: Ziegler Pool
Why: It isn't summertime until you've opened a cold beer by the pool.

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Opera in the Park

When: June 9 from 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine
What: Celebrate the opening of Cincinnati Opera’s 2024 Summer Festival with a free outdoor opera concert.
Who: Cincinnati Opera
Why: Enjoy a selection of opera and musical theater performed by the Cincinnati Opera Chorus and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. A special performance by the Cincinnati Brass Institute will begin at 6 p.m.

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