Happy almost weekend, Cincinnati. There is so much going on in the Queen City this weekend that CityBeat expanded its weekend picks to include 20 events taking place throughout Greater Cincinnati this weekend. Keep scrolling to see our favorite events taking place June 7-9.

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Hootie and The Blowfish – Summer Camp With Trucks Tour When: June 7 at 7 p.m. Where: Riverbend Music Center, California What: A performance by Hootie & The Blowfish with special guests Collective Soul and Edwin McCain. Who: Hootie & The Blowfish Why: Enjoy live music performed by rock band Hootie & The Blowfish and openers Edwin McCain and rock band Collective Soul. Photo: Todd & Chris Owyoung
NISE Drag Bingo When: June 7 from 7-10 p.m. Where: OTR Stillhouse, Over-the-Rhine What: The third-annual Drag Bingo fundraiser offers a fun game night for those 18 and older. Who: Northern Kentucky Inclusive Students in Education Why: Join local nonprofit Northern Kentucky Inclusive Students in Education for their third-annual Drag Bingo fundraiser to help raise money to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for college and college readiness. Photo: Provided by NISEevents
Maggie Rogers at the ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park When: June 7 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Andrew J Brady Music Center, The Banks What: Musician Maggie Rogers will be performing with special guest The Japanese House. Who: Maggie Rogers Why: See Grammy-nominated songwriter and performer Maggie Rogers tour in support of her new album, Don’t Forget Me. Indie pop artist The Japanese House will be opening for Rogers. Photo: Mickwiki, Wikimedia Commons
Giant baseball-themed Duck Tape sculptures will be on display in Washington Park May 27-30. Photo: Provided by the Art Academy of Cincinnati
St. Mike Fest When: June 7-8 from 6-midnight and June 9 from 3-9 p.m. Where: Saint Michael Church, Blue Ash What: Enjoy a weekend of live music, gambling, games, rides, food and drink. Who: Saint Michael Church Why: A weekend of family fun with live music by The Rusty Griswolds, DV8 and Matt Waters & The Recipe, along with games, rides and LaRosa’s pizza. Photo: Provided by St. Mike Fest
Monarch Festival When: Oct. 7 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden What: An educational event about monarch butterflies and the Zoo’s Pollen Nation program, which deals with the topic of pollinator conservation. Who: Presented by Simple Truth Why: Butterfly costumes are encouraged. Photo: Kenneth Dwain Harrelson
The City Flea at Washington Park 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 22 Support small businesses and local artists at the monthly City Flea, Cincy’s monthly curated, urban flea market. Shop for yourself or others from a wide selection of jewelry, trinkets, vintage memorabilia, home decor and more. Don’t have time to stop by? The City Flea will be back Aug. 12, Sept. 16 and Oct. 14. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 22. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St. cityflea.com. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
O.F.F. Market 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 13 Each month, the O.F.F. Market brings together local small businesses, artisans, farmers and more to provide a different kind of shopping experience that puts community first. You’ll also find fun for the whole family beyond shopping thanks to Summit Park’s playgrounds, trails, restaurants, nature and splash scapes and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 13. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash, www.facebook.com/theoffmarket. Photo: Provided by O.F.F. Market
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck When: June 8 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Where: Kenwood Towne Centre, Kenwood What: Celebrate 50 years of Hello Kitty by visiting the popular Hello Kitty Cafe Truck. Who: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Why: The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will stop in Cincinnati while it continues its tour of the east. The popular cafe truck celebrates the 50th anniversary of Hello Kitty with a collection of new exclusive merchandise and treats. Photo: provided by Hello Kitty Cafe Truck
Sayler Park Sustains Festival When: June 8 from noon-10 p.m. Where: Nelson Sayler Park, West Side What: A festival with live music and entertainment that promotes environmental sustainability. Who: Sayler Park Sustains Why: A day of fun with food and live entertainment with music by The Tillers, Sarah Gorak and The Newport Secret Six, along with education on how to live a more environmentally-conscious lifestyle. Photo: facebook.com/saylerparksustains
Michael Marcagi at Bogart’s When: June 8 at 7 p.m. Where: Bogart’s, Clifton What: See Cincinnati local Michael Marcagi perform a setlist from his new breakthrough EP, American Romance. Who: Michael Marcagi Why: Marcagi’s new EP was largely influenced by his upbringing in Cincinnati. Photo: Provided by Warner Records
Summer Salon: Words of Resistance and Resilience 2-4 p.m. Aug. 6 Calling all storytellers — The Well is partnering with 2023 Wellspring Fellow & poet Elena Estella Green to host an open mic-style salon this weekend. Whether it’s poetry, dance, music or storytelling, all are welcome to present their stories in the theme of resistance and resilience. This event will be held both in person at Camp Washington and online. If you plan to perform, please register beforehand. 2-4 p.m. Aug. 6. The Well, 2868 Colerain Ave., Camp Washington, thewell.world. Photo: Elliot Sloman, Unsplash
St. James Middle Eastern Food Fest When: June 8 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and June 9 from noon-9 p.m. Where: St. James Antiochian Orthodox Church, Loveland What: A day of Middle Eastern food, live music, dance and games. Who: St. James Antiochian Orthodox Church Why:Immerse yourself in Middle Eastern food and culture, including live belly dancing and Dabke performances, games, henna and photo opportunities with a camel. Photo: Jack Sparrow, Pexels
2023 Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance Noon-9 p.m. June 10 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 11 The 45th-annual Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance is back to celebrate historical automobiles and motorcycles of all time. Over 200 premiere collector vehicles will be situated in Ault Park with a classic pavilion overlooking the show field. The event also includes an automotive art show, beer garden and brunch. The event’s featured marque this year is “75 Years of Porsche.” Noon-9 p.m. June 10 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 11. 3600 Observatory Dr., Norwood, ohioconcours.com. Photo: Holden Mathis
PRIDE on Main When: June 9 from noon-5 p.m. Where: Main Street, Over-the-Rhine What: Neighborhood street festival celebrating community, creativity and culture with art, music and vendors. Who: OTR Chamber of Commerce Why: Cincinnati’s oldest street festival, Second Sunday on Main, continues for the 20th year. The June 9 festival is themed “Pride” and will feature a diverse vendor market. Photo: Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce
2024 Cincy Blues Challenge When: June 9 from noon-8 p.m. Where: Element Eatery, Madisonville What: A competition among the best blues artists and groups in the region. Who: Cincy Blues Society Why: Listen to blues music from talented musicians as they are judged in competition for entry into the 2025 International Blues Festival in Memphis. Photo: johnnyfink.com
Spirits by Starlight Tours When: Sept. 29 & Sept. 30 from 7-9 p.m. Where: Heritage Village Museum and Educational Center, Blue Ash What: An after-hours tour for an immersive paranormal experience. Who: Paranormal historian Violet Shindler Why: For spooky season’s sake. Photo: Heritage Village Museum Facebook
Taste on the Levee When: June 9 from 4-7 p.m. Where: Newport on the Levee, Newport What: Experience the local flavors of Newport. Who: Newport on the Levee Why: Enjoy a delicious evening of food and drinks from Newport’s local restaurants and bars, along with live music and entertainment. Photo: Provided by Newport on the Levee
The Neighborhood: Pendleton The vibe: Similar to OTR in the accessibility of restaurants, bars and nightlife, but a little bit quieter, plus the Pendleton Arts Center makes this little corner of the downtown area an ideal place for artists to live and work. Ideal for: Those who want to be close to the action, but not directly in it. Young professionals. Artists. Not ideal for: Suburbanites. Broke 20-somethings. Extra perk: Pair Ziegler Park’s pool with tacos from Yoli’s and ice cream from Pendleton Parlor for a kick-ass summer day. Where to meet locals: Ziegler Park. Braxton Brewing. Bar Saeso. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
“When my parents first moved down here a few years ago, my mom spent a good month referring to ‘the OTR.’ That feels like a good start” -AMPduppp Photo: Hailey Bollinger