This weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, and, luckily, there are plenty of opportunities to bid farewell to the sunniest season of the year. From Lunken Airport Days to Riverfest and a Cincinnati Bengals-themed drag brunch, these are the best events taking place in Greater Cincinnati this weekend.

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Newport Waits: Music and Burlesque Tribute to Tom Waits When: Aug. 29 at 8 p.m. Where: The Southgate House Revival, Newport What: Local bands and burlesque dancers pay tribute to Tom Waits with this special show. Who: The Southgate House Revival Why: Don’t miss this unique experience. Photo: Michael O'Brien // tomwaits.com/press
It’s A 2000s Party at Bogart’s When: Aug. 29 at 9 p.m. Where: Bogart’s, Corryville What: Dance the night away to your favorite songs from the 2000s. Who: Bogart’s Why: Mr. DJ, won’t you turn the music up? Photo: Maurício Mascaro, Pexels
Lunken Airport Days When: Aug. 30-31 Where: Lunken Airport, East End What: Classic cars, military vehicles, helicopter rides, planes and a lineup of vendors are all slated for a two-day event at Lunken Airport. While most aircraft and vehicles will be on static display, visitors can register for ground tours and flights as well. Who: Cincinnati War Birds Why: This is a perfect event for the entire family. Photo: Cincinnati Warbirds Facebook
Duck-A-Palooza at Urban Artifact When: Aug. 30 from 3-6 p.m. Where: Urban Artifact, Northside What: Longbottom Bird Ranch, a rehab center for domestic abandoned ducks in Greater Cincinnati, is hosting a fundraiser and educational event with a duck meet-and-greet, duck-themed games and more. Who: Longbottom Bird Ranch, Urban Artifact Why: Spend the afternoon with adorable ducks. Photo: Lydia Schembre
Samuel Adams Octoberfest Celebration When: Aug. 30 from noon-4 p.m. Where: Samuel Adams Cincinnati Taproom, Over-the-Rhine What: Kick off Octoberfest season with this fun event at the Samuel Adams Taproom featuring live music, stein hoisting competitions, seasonal beer releases, Octoberfest brats and more. Who: Samuel Adams Why: Say goodbye to summer with the perfect fall event. Photo: facebook.com/Samuel Adams Cincinnati Taproom
Boywife Birthday: Boiler Room Baddies When: Aug. 30 from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Where: Alice, Over-the-Rhine What: “DJ Boywife’s birthday bash Is bound to be the best night of your life,” reads the event description — and we agree. Who: DJ Boywife and Alice Why: There ain’t no party like a DJ Boywife party. Photo: Caitlin Chrisenee Photo + Video
Sapphic Salsa on the Square When: Aug. 31 from 6-9 p.m. Where: Fountain Square, the Fountain District What: Fountain Square’s popular Salsa on the Square event gets a unique, queer twist with this event from Midwestern Lesbian. Who: Midwestern Lesbian and Salsa on the Square Why: Sapphic is an umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals who are attracted to women. Photo: Ty Wesselkamper
10th Annual Boom on the Bridge When: Aug. 31 from 6-11 p.m. Where: Purple People Bridge, Newport What: Experience the Riverfest Fireworks from the best spot in town. Who: Purple People Bridge Why: Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to grab yours before they are gone. Photo: facebook.com/purplepeoplebridge
Watch a Dazzling Display on the Fourth of July or at the WEBN / Western & Southern’s Fireworks Various locations It wouldn’t be summer if you didn’t take the time to watch at least one fireworks show. Cincinnati’s skies will be decked out in all kinds of colors as Fourth of July celebrations take place. Some of the most popular include Red, White & Blue Ash (also featuring concert headliner Billy F Gibbons and the BFGs); Star-Spangled Nights at Kings Island; Red, White and BOOM with Cincinnati Pops at Riverbend and numerous community events. And if you just can’t get enough fireworks, don’t forget about Cincinnati’s big end-of-summer bash Riverfest and the WEBN / Western & Southern Fireworks. Just make sure you grab your spot early and respect the blanket-claiming process. Photo: purplepeoplebridge.com/boomregistration
Covington Yard 401 Greenup St., Covington Covington Yard is the kind of bar that feels like an “Oops All Berries” cereal – it throws everything at you at once: TVs blaring a local game, music, dogs, games, college kids, actual kids. And yet, Covington Yard’s park-like setting doesn’t make you feel overwhelmed, just at home. The come-as-you-are bar is perfect for those who want the energy of a packed sports bar while still being able to stretch out and sip something crafty. Photo: Facebook.com/CovingtonYard