Now that you’ve (hopefully) fully recovered from your Fourth of July celebrations, the Queen City is chock-full of events this weekend to keep the party going. From themed festivals to artisan markets, there are many opportunities to explore what makes Cincinnati so special. Keep scrolling for just a handful of events taking place across Greater Cincinnati this weekend.

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Red Leprechaun Irish Pub | 20 W. Freedom Way, The Banks Photo: Aidan Mahoney
Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting presented by Cincinnati Black Theatre Company 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 6 p.m. Feb. 19 The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is hosting the Cincinnati Black Theatre Company’s performance of Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting all weekend. The play imagines a meeting between Joe Louis, Paul Robeson, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, Jackie Robinson and Brooklyn Dodgers owner Branch Rickey in 1947 in which they discuss a strategy for promoting a black baseball player to the major leagues. Tickets are $20 and include a free ticket to a Reds Baseball game (except opening day) and a ticket to the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17; 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18; 6 p.m. Feb. 19. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, 50 E. Freedom Way, The Banks, cincinnatiblacktheatre.org. Photo: Freedom Center Facebook
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library’s Main Branch Reopening Celebration When: July 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; July 13 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and July 14 from 1-5 p.m. Where: Main Library, 800 Vine St., Downtown What: A weekend full of family-friendly events and activities, including pickleball, food trucks and an attempt to break the world record for most library card signups in one day on Saturday, July 13. Who: Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library Why: Come see all the new things the main library has to offer following its $43-million renovation. Photo: chpl.org
Sip & Tour When: July 12 from 6-7 p.m. Where: 21c Museum Hotel, Downtown What: Sip on specialty cocktails while you enjoy a guided tour through the museum’s current exhibition, The SuperNatural. Who: 21c Museum Hotel Why: The museum hotel’s specialty cocktail this month is Vincent’s Day Dream, inspired by “Pleasant Places” by Quayola. Photo: Our Whisky Foundation, Pexels
Let It Happen’s A Space for Emptiness Record Release Show When: July 12 at 8 p.m. Where: Madison Theater, Covington What: Listen to the first album by Cincinnati pop-punk band Let It Happen in a decade. Who: Let It Happen Why: Celebrate the band’s return with this fun show at Madison Theater. Photo: instagram.com/letithappenband
Market Bleu | 2024 Summer Quarter Event When: July 13 from 6-10 p.m. Where: Contemporary Arts Center, Downtown What: Artisan market Who: Market Bleu and participating artists Why: A gathering of artists at one of Cincinnati’s best stops for art. Photo: facebook.com/marketbleu
Tri-State Wrestling Live at The Fitton Center When: July 13 from 7-10 p.m. Where: Fitton Center for Creative Arts, Hamilton What: This event showcases the region’s premier independent wrestlers. Who: Tri-State Wrestling Why: Spend a few hours watching people pretend to punch each other — we promise it’s a great time. Photo: Provided by Tri-State Wrestling
The O.F.F. Market returns to Summit Park on June 11, 2022. Photo: Provided by O.F.F. Market
FC Cincinnati Pride Night When: July 13 at 7:30 p.m. Where: TQL Stadium, West End What: Before the first whistle during FC Cincinnati’s game against Charlotte FC, they will be celebrating Pride with tunes by DJ Boywife, rainbow smoke in The Bailey, rainbow fins and more. Who: FC Cincinnati Why: Head to the pre-match celebration at Washington Park LGBTQ+ booths, music and food. Photo: Bryan Houston
Bastille Day 2024 When: July 14 from 4-7 p.m. Where: Montgomery Park, Montgomery What: This family-friendly gathering in Montgomery with food and games celebrates France’s national holiday. Who: Alliance Française de Cincinnati Why: This is the perfect excuse to put on your beret and eat all of the fancy cheese your heart desires. Photo: Provided by Alliance Française de Cincinnati

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