14 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Feb. 2-4)

By Summer Orban on Wed, Jan 31, 2024 at 1:05 pm

Cincinnati, this weekend kicks off the season of love and all of the anticipation leading up to Valentine’s Day. Regardless of your relationship status, you’ll at least have your social status as “booked” this weekend. With plenty of live performances, artistic endeavors and alcohol to go around, there certainly is something to please your partner or anyone in your friend group in this lineup of festivities. Scroll down for our weekend picks.

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CCJO Jazz@First | Mardi Gras Party featuring Queen City Vintage Vibe

When: Feb. 4 at 2 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Church of Cincinnati, Avondale
What: Live music from Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra (CCJO) for a Mardi Gras celebration, including wine and charcuterie provided throughout the performances.
Who: Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra
Why: The perfect prelude to Fat Tuesday festivities.

Photo: Katrina Flynn

The Montvales Album Release w/ Jordan Smart and Maria Carrelli

When: Feb. 2 from 8-11 p.m.
Where: Woodward Theater, Over-the-Rhine
What: Folk duo The Montvales are celebrating the release of their new record, Born Strangers.
Who: The Montvales
Why: Check out CityBeat's preview of the event here.

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WakeNSkate with DJ Jay Biz

When: Feb. 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Over-the-Rhine Recreation Center, Over-the-Rhine
What: A yoga warmup and brunch skate with DJ Jay Biz.
Who: Over-the-Rhine Recreation Center
Why: A fun way to get out and active while staying indoors.

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School of Rock Cincinnati 5th Anniversary Party and Fundraiser for School of Rock Cincinnati Area Foundation

When: Feb. 3 at 3 p.m.
Where: The Southgate House Revival, Newport
What: Join School of Rock Cincinnati’s five-year anniversary celebration, with proceeds benefiting the School of Rock Cincinnati Area Foundation.
Who: School of Rock Cincinnati
Why: Organizers say it’s going to rock.

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Green Valentines at Imago

When: Feb. 3 from 3-5 p.m.
Where: Imago, Price Hill
What: Create heartfelt eco-friendly Valentines over wine and small bites.
Who: Imago
Why: For the love of all things sustainable.

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Galentine's Day Paint-N-Sip

When: Feb. 3 from 7-10 p.m.
Where: Epic Event Gallery, Over-the-Rhine
What: Enjoy a night of painting, poetry, drinks, light appetizers and music by DJ Steve Nice.
Who: Epic Event Gallery
Why: Consider your Galentine’s girls night officially planned.

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Fans at "Taygate" at the Banks ahead of Taylor Swift's concert at Paycor Stadium on June 30, 2023.

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The Taylor Party: The TS Dance Party

When: Feb. 3 at 9 p.m.
Where: Bogart's, Corryville
What: A Taylor Swift dance party.
Who: Bogart's
Why: Are you ready for it?

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Fib Farm Class: A Guide to Local Plant Propagation

When: Feb. 4 at 3 p.m.
Where: Fibonacci Brewing Company, College Hill
What: A gardening class on edible plant propagation led and instructed by Kate Cook, head of Seasonal Retail Garden and Horticulture at Growing Trade Pet and Plant in Northside.
Who: Fibonacci Brewing Company
Why: Escape the dreary weather and surround yourself with some greenery.

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HELLO, DOLLY! at The Carnegie

When: Feb. 2 and Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Carnegie, Covington
What: The opening weekend of The Carnegie’s rendition of HELLO, DOLLY!
Who: The Carnegie
Why: Hello, Cincy!

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West Chester Winter Market

When: Feb. 3 from 2-4 p.m.
Where: Muhlhauser Barn, West Chester
What: Winter farmers market kickoff featuring local growers, farmers, artists and small businesses.
Who: West Chester's Farmers Market
Why: Includes live entertainments and fun activities for the whole family.

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Photo: Weston Art Gallery

Byproduct Studios: Perceptions of a Material's Purpose

When: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Feb. 2 and 3 and noon-5 p.m. on Feb. 4
Where: Weston Art Gallery, Downtown
What: Local artists Molly Jo Burke and Nathan Gorgen’s gallery exhibit opening day.
Who: Byproduct Studios
Why: A whimsical and creative take on the excess stuff we throw away.

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Cincy Winter Beerfest 2024

When: Feb. 2 from 6:30 p.m.-11 p.m. and Feb. 3 from noon-4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
Where: Duke Energy Convention Center, Downtown
What: An event with light bites, soft drinks and plenty of beer to sample.
Who: Beerfest
Why: For the beer connoisseurs.

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Cincinnati Parks’ Winter Naturalist 101 Series

When: Feb. 2 from 1-3 p.m.
Where: California Woods Nature Preserve, California
What: Part nature hike, part guided tour and exploration of the California Woods Nature Preserve.
Who: Cincinnati Parks
Why: Nurture your inner nature-lover.

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Winter Hike Series from Great Parks of Hamilton County

When: Feb. 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Miami Whitewater Forest
What: Hitting the trails of Hamilton County — the concluding hike of the 2024 series.
Who: Great Parks of Hamilton County
Why: Complimentary soup.

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