The Queen City’s entertainment scene isn’t slowing down, even as the weather keeps us on our toes. This weekend, Cincinnati is celebrating Easter, welcoming back the Dancing With the Stars cast and crew, hosting symphonies and more.

Whether you are celebrating with the family or looking for a fun evening out on the town, keep scrolling to see a few events taking place in Greater Cincinnati this weekend.

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.

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Presents Shakespeare’s Most Enchanting Tale: The Tempest When: April 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and April 20 at 2 p.m. Where: Otto M. Budig Theater, Over-the-Rhine What: The Tempest by William Shakespeare follows the main character, Prospero, a sorcerer, as all of his enemies come onto the island where he’s been exiled. Prospero is left with the challenge of what to do next, especially when magic, liquor, monsters and betrayal are involved. Who: Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Why: This enchanting Shakespearan tale will take you through excitement, love and more. Photo: Mikki Schaffner Photography
Remi Wolf When: April 18 at 7 p.m. Where: MegaCorp Pavilion, Newport What: Enjoy Remi Wolf’s indie and pop music show with openers Dana and Alden. This show will include performances of some of Wolf’s most famous songs, such as “Photo ID” and “Pool.” Who: Remi Wolf and MegaCorp Pavilion Why: Don’t miss your chance to see Remi Wolf’s soulful music and neon show. Photo: Provided
90’s Karaoke Party When: April 18 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Where: The Lounge at Liberty Exhibition Hall, Northside What: The Lounge invites you for a night of singing MTV’s best generation of music. Take yourself through the entire ‘90s selection of hits during a night of throwback jams. Who: Kick Out The Jams Karaoke and Rob Weil Why: I don’t know how you’re going to pick between iconic bands and artists like The Spice Girls, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Britney Spears. Photo: Provided by The Lounge
Dancing with the Stars: Live! – 2025 Tour When: April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Andrew J Brady Music Center, The Banks What: Dancing With The Stars: Live! – 2025 Tour added a second Cincinnati date, and this time, winner Joey Graziadei will be joining the cast on stage. Join dancers Daniella Karagach, Alan Bersten and more for a night of excitement with hit choreography from the 2025 season. Who: Dancing with the Stars: Live! – 2025 Tour and Andrew J Brady Music Center Why: These Argentine tangos, salsas and foxtrots will leave you mesmerized and wanting to move your hips and feet. Photo: Ticketmaster.com
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs Beethoven’s Fifth at Music Hall 11 a.m. March 24 7:30 p.m. March 25 2 p.m. March 26 Russian conductor Anna Rakitina leads works by two composers who have lived with hearing loss: Beethoven, whose hearing struggle began years before the premiere of his Fifth Symphony and British composer Richard Ayres. Cellist Sterling Elliott will lead the CSO in a night of classics. Tickets start at $15. 11 a.m. March 24; 7:30 p.m. March 25 and 2 p.m. March 26. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, cincinnatisymphony.org. Photo: Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
15. Urban Artifact 1660 Blue Rock St., Northside “I love this adorable little brewery. It’s the place to go for any connoisseur of light, refreshing fruity beers and the best part is everything is vegan!” — Heather B. Photo: Brittany Thornton
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. Photo: Provided by Newport on the Levee
Summer Salon: Words of Resistance and Resilience 2-4 p.m. Aug. 6 Calling all storytellers — The Well is partnering with 2023 Wellspring Fellow & poet Elena Estella Green to host an open mic-style salon this weekend. Whether it’s poetry, dance, music or storytelling, all are welcome to present their stories in the theme of resistance and resilience. This event will be held both in person at Camp Washington and online. If you plan to perform, please register beforehand. 2-4 p.m. Aug. 6. The Well, 2868 Colerain Ave., Camp Washington, thewell.world. Photo: Elliot Sloman, Unsplash
Egg Hunt at Washington Park When: April 19 and 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine What: Easter weekend is just beginning and Washington Park is hosting a two-day celebration. Each day will begin with Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny photo opportunities, as well as animals for your family to interact with. Who: Washington Park and Beech Acres Why: Washington Park says, “Every-bunny is invited.” Photo: facebook.com/WashingtonParkOTR
Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA When: April 19 at 6:30 p.m. Where: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, The Banks What: StringSource String Quartet will guide us through an epic battle of iconic bands ABBA and Queen, accompanied by a candlelight arrangement. Who: Candlelight and National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Why:There is no way to pick between songs like “Don’t Stop Me Now” and “Waterloo.” Photo: Unsplash