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Still looking for something to do this weekend? Never fear, the Greater Cincinnati area has plenty of events to shake up your schedule. From holiday markets and cocktail hours to magic shows and live music — whatever your vibe is, we’ve got something for you.
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.
Samuel Adams Taproom Anniversary Party
When: Nov. 15 & 16, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Samuel Adams Taproom, Over-the-Rhine
What: Celebrate six years of Cincinnati’s Samuel Adams Taproom with live music, exclusive pours, raffles and more.
Who: Samuel Adams Taproom Cincinnati
Why: Raise a glass to another year of your favorite pints and pours. Photo: facebook.com/Samuel Adams Cincinnati TaproomConey Island’s Opening Day
10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 27
Coney Island lovers get ready, because the park is planning to add even more activities this summer. The park plans to add an even bigger splash of fun with pickleball, fowling (a combination of football and bowling), disc golf and Sports Alley — a fun-filled arena for the kids. Sports Alley includes soccer pool, a combination of billiards and soccer (players kick the “billiards ball” into the corner pockets of the arena), and street curling, in which players slide heavy stones across a synthetic surface toward a target to win points. Whatever the activity, there’s fun for the whole family.
10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 27. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township, coneyislandpark.com. Photo: facebook.com/coneyislandparkCincinnati Storytelling Festival
When: Friday, Nov. 15, 6-10 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 16, 2-10 p.m.
Where: West Side Brewing and Westwood Town Hall, Westwood
What: This three-day festival takes a deep dive into all things storytelling featuring nationally renowned storytellers entertaining across a range of genres, from sad and spooky, to uplifting and comedic, there’s fun for everyone.
Who: Cincinnati Storytelling Fest
Why: Tickets are still available at cincystoryfest.com. Photo: Provided by Erika MacDonaldVintage on Race Free Concert and Fight Night Watch Party
When: Friday, Nov. 15 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Vintage on Race, Downtown
What: Enjoy back to back entertainment at Vintage on Race, starting off with a free concert with performance by country artist, Lecade, and end the night with a special viewing of the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight.
Who: Vintage on Race
Why: Live music, Mike Tyson, Jake Paul; three things you probably have never heard in the same sentence. Photo: Provided by 3CDCA 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/cincinnatiartmuseumCincinnati Observatory
3489 Observatory Place, Mount Lookout
Built in 1873, the Cincinnati Observatory is the oldest public observatory in the United States, housing fully-functional 19th century telescopic technology for the public to use. Seated atop Mount Lookout, the original building and the infamous dome added in 1895 are a significant fixture in the city’s history. Known as “The Birthplace of American Astronomy,” the Cincinnati Observatory is a bedrock for astronomical discoveries and advancement.
Photo: Brittany Thornton Photo: Brittany ThorntonSapphic Sips
When: Saturday, Nov. 16, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Tillie’s Lounge, Northside
What: Spend your evening among Cincinnati’s Sapphic community at Tillie’s Lounge, featuring games, drinks and good company
Who: Midwestern Lesbian, Tillie’s Lounge
Why: Sip and celebrate all things sapphic. Photo: facebook.com/midwesternlesCincy Magic Night
When: Saturday, Nov. 16, 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: Artsville, Madisonville
What: Enjoy a night of performances by the finest local and national magicians.
Who: Artsville and Angel Trick Entertainment LLC
Why: This event will dazzle and amaze the whole family. Photo: facebook.com/artsville.orgIce Rink at Summit Park
When: Nov. 16 & 17
Where: Summit Park, Blue Ash
What: Summit Park’s ice skating rink officially opens for the 2024-25 season this Saturday,
Who: Medpace and Warm 98.5
Why: Kick off the holiday season with your friends and family at the rink. Photo: facebook.com/SummitParkBlueAshVineyard Countryside Market
When: Sunday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Verona Vineyards, Verona
What: Spend your sunday exploring local artisans, baked goods, made from scratch brunch, live entertainment and of course, wine tastings.
Who: Verona Vineyards
Why: Live out that Hallmark movie dream and spend your Sunday strolling the vineyard. Photo: facebook.com/VeronaVineyardsArt on Vine
When: Sunday, Nov. 17 12-6 p.m.
Where: Rhinegeist Brewery, Over-the-Rhine
What: Explore the unique work of over 80 vendors offering anything from jewelry, to paintings to pottery, and enjoy food from local restaurants and vendors.
Who: Art On Vine and Rhinegeist Brewery
Why: Because nothing says ‘holiday magic’ like a handmade gift from the heart. Photo: Provided by James Jenkins42 Dugg at Bogart’s
When: Sunday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
Where: Bogarts, Clifton
What: American rapper, 42 Dugg, is making his Cincinnati debut this weekend on his 42 Dugg Tour.
Who: Bogart’s
Why: Tickets are still available at livenation.com Photo: facebook.com/bogartsshows