It’s officially fall, y’all. Greater Cincinnati has an event for everyone this weekend, and the entertainment includes seasonal fun and a lot of art shows. Turns out the trendy wave of hate for Nickelback only fueled their fire. The alt-rock legend will be at Riverbend on Saturday, so jump off the bandwagon and admit you can actually tolerate them at the very least. The Hive is hosting a drum circle that promises healing properties. If you’re one of those ultra-prepared holiday shoppers, there are tons of options for local art and handmade goods around town (the best gifts are locally made). You can also take a late-night hike at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden or attend an adult book fair. Scroll down for more of our picks for an eventful weekend.

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Cincinnati Art Museum’s Art After Dark: An Evening with Georgia O’Keeffe 5-9 p.m. Feb. 24 Access to galleries after hours with an emphasis on Georgia O’Keeffe and a black and white theme sounds perfectly romantic and classy. The night will be enhanced with music from DJ Arie plus food by Sweets & Meats BBQ and the museum’s Terrace Cafe. Admission is free. 5-9 p.m. Feb. 24, 953 Eden Park Dr., Mt. Adams, cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Photo: Provided by the Cincinnati Art Museum
Harvest Moon Drumming at The Hive When: Sept. 29 from 7-8:30 p.m. Where: The Hive, Northside What: Embodied Contemplation, a drumming event for the mind and body. Who: The Hive and participating guests Why: BYOD: bring your own drum. “Studies show that drumming for even 10-15 minutes balances all four sides of the brain,” according to the event listing. Photo: https://www.facebook.com/cincyhive
Rock & Roll Harvest Fest When: Sept. 29 at 8 p.m. Where: Madison Live!, Covington What: A night of rock and roll music. Who: Trauma Illinois and The Yugos Why: Live music all night featuring local bands. Madison Live! is an awesome space in the heart of Covington. Photo: Aidan Mahoney
Brink Brewing Co. Makers Mart When: Sept. 30 at 10 a.m. Where: Brink Brewing Company, College Hill What: Annual arts market with live music, local vendors and beer. Who: Brink Brewing and local artists Why: This year’s market has more vendors than ever before and live music. It’s a chance to support local makers and maybe find some early holiday presents (or just treat yourself). Photo: provided by Andrew Mcleese
Adult Book Fair When: Sept. 30 from 12-5 p.m. Where: Hi-Wire Brewing, Norwood What: A book fair … for adults. Who: The Book Matters Why: Why did it take so long for these book fairs to become a thing? Whether it’s for nostalgia or a love of literature, this event is a can’t-miss. Photo: Jonas Jacobsson via Unsplash
Writing Workshop: Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds When: Sept. 30 from 1-3 p.m. Where: The Cincinnati Art Museum’s Schmiddlapp Gallery (Gallery 151), Mt. Adams What: An exploration of the connection between art and writing. Tour an exhibition and write a response, then share with other participants. Who: Women Writing for (a) Change and a trained museum docent. Why: Even if you’re an experienced writer, no one has ever not benefitted from a workshop experience. Photo provided by the Cincinnati Art Museum courtesy American Federation of Arts
Red Oak Animal Rescue Fall Farm Festival When: Sept. 30 from 1-4 p.m. Where: Red Oak Animal Rescue, New Richmond What: Festival featuring farm animals, food, art, music and more. Who: Red Oak Animal Rescue Why: Visit with any one of the farm’s more than 200 animals (or all of them). Photo: provided by Bridgette Lanham
Corn Stand Jam When: Sept. 30 from 1-11 p.m. Where: RiversEdge Amphitheater, Hamilton What: A day full of festival fun ending in a fireworks show. There will be food trucks, tons of live music and a kids zone. Who: Presented by Butler Behavioral Health Why: With a name as wholesome as Corn Stand Jam, how could you not? Photo: RiversEdge Facebook
Sentient Rising Pre-Launch Fundraiser for Transgender Advocacy Council When: Sept. 30 from 3-5 p.m. Where: Third Way Peace Fellowship, Northside What: Book signing and charitable event. Who: Local author Jay VanLandingham Why: $5 from every ticket sale benefits the Transgender Advocacy Council. Photo: provided by Jay Louis VanLandingham
Market Bleu at Contemporary Arts Center 6-10 p.m. Dec. 3 This quarterly event features handcrafted products and fine art made by local creatives. Stop by Market Bleu at the Contemporary Arts Center to find unique gifts to help make the holidays more enjoyable for friends and family. Have a drink while you browse this nighttime bazaar and let it turn your Saturday evening into a fun night out while supporting local artists and artisans. 6-10 p.m. Dec. 3. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. 6th St., Downtown, marketbleu.com. Photo: facebook.com/marketbleu
Nickelback’s “Get to Rollin’ Tour” When: Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Riverbend Music Center What: See a number of Nickelback’s undeniably great (yeah, we said it) hits live. Who: Nickelback Why: Look at this photograph. Photo: Richard Beland
Northern Kentucky University’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time When: Sept. 29 & 30 at 7:30 p.m. & Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. Where: Northern Kentucky University’s Griffin Hall, Highland Heights, What: A Tony Award-winning play brought to you by NKU theater majors. Who: Northern Kentucky University School of the Arts Why: It’s an award-winning story of a thrilling journey adapted by NKU students. Photo: provided by Rick Endres
The Conservatory of Music door Photo: Provided
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
All Hallow’s Eve Wild West Fall Fest When: Oct. 1 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Terror Town, Williamsburg What: Family fall festival Who: Terror Town Why: Maybe this could be your first pumpkin patch of the season. Photo: Provided by All Hallows Eve
Tri-State Antique Market 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 3 Indiana’s largest antique and vintage market is back for its monthly event. The open-air market features more than 200 vendors selling a variety of vintage, antique and retro goods. The event includes free parking and concessions. Tickets are $5. 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 3. Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds, 351 E. Eads Parkway, Lawrenceburg, lawrenceburgantiqueshow.com. Photo: Provided by Amos Pickens
Bircus Brewing Co. 322 Elm St., Ludlow Ludlow, Kentucky’s nonexistent craft beer scene sent in the clowns, leading to the launch of Bircus Brewing Co., a branch of an original concept from Ghent, Belgium. Pronounce it like “beer-cuss,” a hybrid of beer and circus, as the brew shares the limelight with carnival performances at the taproom. Performers can do everything from breathe fire to fly on the trapeze. Photo: Brittany Thornton Photo: Brittany Thornton
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art When: Sept. 30 & Oct. 1 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: National Landmark Historic District, Madison, Indiana What: Outdoor juried arts and crafts festival Who: Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art Why: The festival features 10 blocks full of exhibitors. Photo: https://www.facebook.com/MadisonChautauqua
Hyde Park Square Art Show When: Oct. 1 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Hyde Park Square What: The 57th annual Hyde Park Square Art Show. Who: 200-plus fine artists from around the Tri-State. Why: The annual event draws over 3,000 visitors each year, according to its website. Photo: facebook.com/hydeparksquareartshow
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
¡OYE! Contemporary Latin Showcase When: Sept. 29 at 8 p.m. Where: The Comet, Northside What: An event honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month with key members of the local music scene. Who: Burrito Boys Booking and Latin Music promotion company Baila Brand Why: The event headliner is Quena Mora and there will be a “rare” full-band performance from Aaron Magical. Photo: facebook.com/TheCometCincinnati
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Zoo Blooms Photo: Lisa Hubbard via The Cincinnati Zoo
Self-Guided Cincy Ghost and Dark History Tour Any time this weekend Looking for something to liven up your urban walk? With the weather finally taking a turn toward actual spring and summer, why not trot around Over-the-Rhine and learn some haunting, historical facts? Did you know there’s a Witch of Washington Park? There’s also plenty of haunted restaurants and stories of Charles Manson’s local connections. Spooky. This self-guided audio tour is a great way to mix it up, plus you don’t have to awkwardly navigate the city with a crowd. Take a date or take yourself if you dare. Tickets are $6.75, and the tour starts outside Memorial Hall. Book your experience at the link above. Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. www.walkntours.com/cincinnati-oh. Photo: CityBeat Staff

Katie Griffith is CityBeat’s arts and culture reporter. She proudly hails from the West Side of Cincinnati and studied journalism at the University of Cincinnati. After freelancing for CityBeat for many...