Can you feel it in the air? Fall has finally — finally — arrived, and it only took until the middle of October. Here’s what to do in the Cincinnati area this weekend as the cooler temps arrive.
If you’re looking for even more to do on every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events calendar.
FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew
Sunday, 5 p.m., TQL Stadium, West End
It’s time for the biggest Cincinnati soccer game of the year. The “Hell is Real” rivalry match is back, and it couldn’t come at a more crucial time for the Orange and Blue, who currently sit in 9th place and are in danger of missing the playoffs if they skid any further. CityBeat got to visit TQL Stadium last week to find out about what’s new at this year’s matchup, including the new menu; click here to read more.
Friday – Sunday, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, Over-the-Rhine
Following a sold-out run last season, “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” returns to the stage at Cincy Shakes with a comedic take on Bram Stoker’s classic tale. Read more on the production here.
Friday – Sunday, Smale Riverfront Park, downtown
Panda Fest, one of the world’s largest outdoor Asian food and culture festivals, is making a stop in Cincinnati for the first time. The inaugural Cincinnati version of the festival is expected to feature more than 90 food vendors serving 200+ Asian street food offerings, 30+ merchandise vendors, traditional and contemporary cultural performances and interactive activities.
Friday, 7 p.m., Riverbend Music Center, Anderson Township
The famous country singer brings his “Real American Tour” to Cincinnati this weekend.
Saturday, 12 – 5 p.m., Mt. Adams
Head up the hill to Mt. Adams this Saturday and watch as several of the neighborhood streets turn into giant art zones. The free, walkable festival will fill the Mt. Adams Business District with local and regional artists, live music, family-friendly activities, neighborhood galleries and special arts programming.
Saturday, 8:30 a.m., Yeatman’s Cove, downtown
Proceeds from this 5K go to fighting breast cancer, so make sure to wear pink while you’re racing.
Saturday, 5-8 p.m., Randolph Park, 226 E 8th St, Covington
Feeling like going headfirst into spooky season yet? One of Covington’s most beloved seasonal traditions returns. This year’s festival will feature a variety of free activities and entertainment, including a costume contest, face painting, trackless train rides, bounce houses, magicians, free food, free drinks and games and activities for the whole family.
Saturday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., 10542 E. State Route 73, Waynesville
There’s only a few weeks left to have some turkey legs and mead again. The Ohio Renaissance Festival will finish at the end of the month, so head up to Waynesville to be immersed in the medieval era, where over 100 different daily performances take place alongside fun activities like archery and axe throwing. Plenty of artisans will be on hand selling all sorts of Renaissance-era goods, too.
Friday, Aronoff Center, downtown
This popular, award-winning off-Broadway production — which features current and former band members of The Who, The Rascals, and John Fogerty’s Creedence Clearwater Revival — transports audiences back to the 1960s by playing all your favorite hits from the era.
Friday – Sunday, all over the city
Who doesn’t love cheap tacos? Catch the end of Cincinnati Taco Week by heading to a participating restaurant and getting yourself a $3 taco. For more info, read here.
