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Baseball is back and Reds fans can’t wait for the return of America’s pastime in Cincinnati on Opening Day. If baseball is not your thing, don’t fret because Cincinnati has plenty of other exciting events happening this weekend, like a spring drag show, a girl power-inspired art show and a family hike.
Keep reading to see just a few events going on across Greater Cincinnati this weekend to celebrate Opening Weekend, Women’s History Month, spring and more.
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 Reds Game vs. San Francisco Giants
When: March 29 at 4:10 p.m. and March 30 at 1:40 p.m.
Where: Great American Ball Park, The Banks
What: The Opening Day series continues with games on Saturday and Sunday. The Cincinnati Reds take on the San Francisco Giants in the first series of the season.
Who: The Cincinnati Reds
Why: It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Cincinnati…baseball season is back. Photo: Jack GarveyLittle Miami Brewing Co.
208 Mill St., Milford
Little Miami Brewing Co. began construction on their new patio in the winter and is now ready for guests. Stop by the popular Milford brewery to enjoy craft beer and pizza while overlooking the scenic namesake river.
Photo via Facebook.com/littlemiamibrewing Photo: Facebook.com/littlemiamibrewingA Happening with Pablo at the Cincinnati Art Museum
6-11p.m. June 23
Be one of the first to experience the brand new exhibit Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds. Take in this exciting new piece while enjoying an immersive experience that includes music from the Bluewater Kings Band, cocktails and rare menu items, both inside and outside in the Alice Bimel Courtyard. Proceeds will go to youth and family programs and thousands of free public programs both in the museum and the Greater Cincinnati area.
6-11p.m. June 23. 953 Eden Park Drive, Walnut Hills. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Photo: facebook.com/cincinnatiartmuseumSpring Family Nature Hike: Sowing Seeds
When: March 29 from 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: Imago, East Price Hill
What: Bring the whole family for an eventful hike through Imago Trails where you can create natural clay seed bombs to drop while hiking, search for wildflowers and then children can decorate a flower pot to take home.
Who: Imago
Why: It’s officially spring and the perfect time to take in the fresh air during your weekend itinerary. Photo: google.com/maps/Buckeye Trace Nature PreserveThe Party Source’s 32nd Birthday Bash
When: March 29 from 2-6 p.m. with a bourbon toast at 5 p.m.
Where: The Party Source, Bellevue
What: The Party Source is celebrating 32 years of success with food, entertainment, prizes and drinks for the community.
Who: The Party Source
Why: Come search through the 20,000 beer, wine and spirit selections while raising a glass to 32 years in business. Photo: Provided by The Party SourceGangsters of Newport Murder Mystery Dinner
When: March 29 from 6-8 p.m.
Where: Gangsters Speakeasy, Newport
What: Flash back to Newport’s past and solve a mob-linked murder mystery. The evening will begin with dinner and then dive into the history of Newport through an exciting investigation game.
Who: The Newport Syndicate
Why: Step into The Original Sin City’s past through your own magnifying glass. Photo: Courtesy of the Kenton County LibraryNikki Giovanni Tribute
When: March 29 from 1-3:30 p.m.
Where: Corinthian Baptist Church, Norwood
What: Nikki Giovanni, the inaugural Duncanson Artist-in-Residence in 1986, is being remembered through a tribute to the activist and poet. The tribute will include a recreation of Giovanni’s album, Truth Is on Its Way, as well as artists and speakers celebrating her work for civil rights and literary excellence.
Who: The City of Cincinnati, Jazz Alive, Learning Through Art and the Taft Museum of Art’s Duncanson Program
Why: The celebration will shine a light on Giovanni’s rich legacy of activism and art. Photo: Provided by Taft Museum of ArtSpring Queening Metro Brunch
When: March 30 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Metropole, Downtown
What: Come support Transform Cincy, an organization that provides free clothing to transgender and gender non-conforming youth at the Spring Queening Metro Brunch. Join the fabulous drag queens Molly Mormen and Jayda Mack for an exciting Sunday morning. Your ticket will include access to the show, a welcome mimosa and a buffet-style brunch.
Who: Metropole
Why: A party supporting one of Cincinnati’s nonprofit organizations is the best kind of party. Paige DeglowSpring Into You Fashion Show and Small Business Showcase
When: March 30 from 2:30-5 p.m.
Where: Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, Fort Mitchell
What: Come shop for crafts and clothing made by women-owned businesses at this spring fashion show that will also include raffle baskets, snacks, drinks and split the pot raffles.
Who: Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church
Why: Let’s step into this new season with new clothing to feel our best. Photo: Becca McHaffie, UnsplashSew Valley Open House for International Day of Zero Waste
When: March 30 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Sew Valley, West End
What: Celebrate UN’s International Day of Zero Waste with Sew Valley’s premiere of their Zero Waste Program that shreds and presses textile waste, making it useful again. The event will include natural dye demos, mending and sustainability demos.
Who: Sew Valley
Why: Sew Valley is turning Cincinnati’s fashion industry environmentally conscious and needs your help to recognize the importance of eliminating global greenhouse gas emissions. Photo: Sophie Danin