Cincinnati has plenty to do this weekend, including art shows, raves, a symphony, a musical, a soccer watch party, and some visits from famous comedians, dancers and musicians.
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.
Friday, Taft Theatre, downtown, 7:30 p.m.
The wildly popular comedian brings his latest tour, “Mister Whatever,” to Cincinnati. The two-time Emmy winner and former SNL alum is best known for his Netflix specials and shows, the most recent of which was the 2024 live talk show John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA.
Saturday, Madison Theater, Covington, 9 p.m.
Do you wanna dance till you bleed? Are you tired of vibeless themed dance nights? Welcome to BLOODRAVE, a new goth/techno/industrial dance night that puts you at the center of your favorite neo futuristic dystopian rave scene. Killer DJs, special vampiric drinks, the occasional wailing guitar, and fiery cage dancers are just some of what you can expect for a night of debauchery you will never forget.
Created and curated by Grammy-nominated producer duo NOWHERE2RUN, BLOODRAVE brings together EDM regulars, metal showgoers, and anyone with a kinship for the darker side of night life. Put on some leather and get ready to live your ultimate BLADE and THE MATRIX goth rave fantasy. This is not your uncle’s goth night and you weren’t born for the light. So meet us in the dark. Featuring DJ Boywife, Flores Negras, Skylinn, Dahlia Parton, and ViciousWishes.
Cincinnati Home & Garden Show 2026
February 27–March 1, First Financial Center, downtown
The 56th annual Cincinnati Home + Garden Show returns to the newly renovated First Financial Center featuring 350+ home improvement, kitchen and bath, outdoor living, landscaping and gardening experts, all under one roof. This massive show is the region’s largest and includes immersive garden experiences and home improvement inspiration galore. Attendees will discover the latest trends, score exclusive show-only discounts, and gain expert advice by connecting directly with industry professionals.
Friday, Andrew J. Brady Center, downtown, 8:30 p.m.
The beloved R&B singer is coming to Cincinnati on the tour supporting his latest album, CAOS. He’s best known for his 2017 triple-platinum single “Sky Walker” and his 2010 hit “Sure Thing,” which recently had a public resurgence thanks to TikTok.
Art After Dark at the Cincinnati Art Museum
Friday, Cincinnati Art Museum, Mt. Adams, 5-9 p.m.
Dance the night away to music from DJ K. Chantà, help create a collaborative mural with Not Your Average Paint & Sip, and take a self-guided tour of artworks that celebrate love and belonging, curated through a queer lens. (You might even find “pop-up” artwork displays, on view this night only!) Enjoy cash bars, food for purchase from the Terrace Café and Carl’s Deli, and free admission to the museum’s two ticketed exhibits: What, Me Worry? The Art and Humor of MAD Magazine and Longing: Painting from the Pahari Kingdoms of the Northwest Himalayas.
Saturday, Andrew J. Brady Center, downtown, 7:30 p.m.
Dancing with the Stars is hotter than ever — and now it’s hitting the road with a 74-date tour across North America! After a sold-out tour earlier this year, DWTS returns in 2026 with a brand-new live show, visiting Cincinnati, OH at The Andrew J Brady Music Center® on Saturday, February 28 and May 7. This year’s stage spectacular will feature fan-favorite professional dancers from the #1 hit television series in a mix of standout routines from DWTS’ record-breaking Season 34 and fresh performances created just for the stage.
Feb. 27-March 1, W. 4th Street, downtown
After touring several cities and entering CNN’s list of “Must-See” exhibitions, the best-known LEGO® art exhibition in the world arrives in Cincinnati. Critically acclaimed, the collection features works by artist Nathan Sawaya which are made from millions of LEGO® bricks. This is the second-to-last weekend the exhibit will be in town.
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven and Ravel
Feb. 27-March 1, Music Hall, Over-the-Rhine
Samuel Lee, winner of the prestigious Malko Competition and former Associate Conductor of the CSO, returns for a sublime evening of music. Louise Farrenc’s Overture No. 2 opens the program with a brief glimpse into the musical world of 19th-century France, which flows into the delicate dances of Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin, laced with a tender homage to the French Baroque.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical
Saturday, Emery Theatre, Over-the-Rhine
In the winter of 2026, one of the most beloved children’s book series of all-time jumps from the page to the stage! Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical brings Jeff Kinney’s iconic characters to life in a hilarious and heartfelt production. The show will also feature original illustrations and animations by Kinney himself.
FC Cincinnati: Away vs. Minnesota
Watch parties all over the city, Saturday, 4:30 p.m.
FC Cincinnati heads to Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota for an away game. Watch parties will take place at just about every sports bar in the downtown area. (If you need a suggestion, might we suggest official FCC bars Rhinehaus or Queen City Radio in Over-the-Rhine?)