15 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Jan. 26-28)

By Summer Orban on Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 1:33 pm

It’s starting to finally warm up a bit, Cincinnati, from below freezing to just cold. Get yourself warmed up more with this weekend’s event lineup. Whether you’re fancying sultry evenings of the arts, giving back to the community or creative renditions of childhood classics, there’s something for everyone happening around town. Scroll down for our weekend picks.

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.

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Cincinnati Cyclones v Toledo Walleye | Marvel Weekend

When: Jan. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Bank Center, Downtown
What: Cincinnati Cyclones play against the Toledo Walleye.
Who: Cincinnati Cyclones
Why: Perfect if you can’t get enough of winter temperatures.

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EmBODY Diversity

When: Jan. 26 at 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 27 at 3:30 p.m.
Where: University of Cincinnati's Probasco Auditorium, Clifton
What: Cincinnati’s Women’s Choir MUSE performs at the Body Justice Concert, alongside the showcasings of UC student artists.
Who: The University of Cincinnati Women’s Center
Why: Experience a night of celebrating diversity and body justice through dance, music and the arts in conclusion of UC’s Body Justice Week.

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E The Profit Presents "Winter In Cincinnati"

When: Jan. 26 at 8 p.m.
Where: Madison Live!, Covington
What: Live music festival featuring DustyBoyEscobar, Tback, Dayo Gold, DJ EZ, RoadRunner TB and E The Profit.
Who: E The Profit
Why: Get out of the cold to support local musicians.

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Photo: Brooke Shanesy

Mol Sullivan Goose Record Release

When: Jan. 26 from 8-11 p.m.
Where: Woodward Theater, Over-the-Rhine
What: Release party of Mol Sullivan’s first studio album.
Who: Mol Sullivan
Why: This album is fantastic.

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Alphas: A Period Piece - A Comedy Variety Show

When: Jan. 26 from 8-9:15 p.m.
Where: Know Theatre of Cincinnati, Over-the-Rhine
What: Alphas Comedy set including improv, stand-up and sketch comedy.
Who: Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Why: The perfect night out if you’re in the mood to explore topics like lesbianism, Diva Cups and period dramas.

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Greater Cincinnati Polar Plunge

When: Jan. 27 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 50 E. Freedom Way, The Banks
What: Plunging into a constructed pool to raise funds for nearly 30,000 Special Olympics athletes in Ohio and Kentucky.
Who: Special Olympics Ohio and Special Olympics Kentucky
Why: There will be a costume contest and golden plunger.

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Adventure Crew’s Outdoor Gear Sale, Swap and Donation Day

When: Jan. 27 from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Where: MadTree Brewing Co., Oakley
What: Adventure Crew’s annual outdoor gear sale and donation day
Who: MadTree Brewing Co.
Why: When you want adventure — but on a budget.

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Studio 181 New Year 2024 Art Party at Essex Studios

When: Jan. 27 from 6-10 p.m.
Where: Essex Studios, Walnut Hills
What: New Year’s celebratory art party with food, drinks, live music by Bill Johnson and a showcase of works by a variety of local artists.
Who: Essex Studios
Why: An evening of artistic appreciation and revelry.

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Murder Mystery Dinner Party at Northwood Cider Company

When: Jan. 27 from 7-10 p.m.
Where: Northwood Cider Company, Norwood
What: Figure out who the murderer is while enjoying drinks and a catered dinner.
Who: Northwood Cider Company
Why: Perfect for murder mystery buffs and Only Murders in the Building fans alike.

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Kiss Off IV: A Tribute to Kiss at Southgate House Revival

When: Jan. 27 at 8 p.m.
Where: Southgate House Revival, Newport
What: This year’s annual Kiss Off fundraiser features local musicians performing Kiss classics to fundraise for the Southgate House Revival venue.
Who: Phantom Queen vocalist and Bang Bang Hair Salon owner Tina Sullivan
Why: Check out CityBeat's preview of the event here.

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Asian Cuisine Week

When: Jan. 26-28
Where: Multiple locations across Greater Cincinnati
What: From Jan. 22-28, diners at participating restaurants can choose from chef-curated meals, secret menu items and dishes with special pricing.
Who: Asianati
Why: Check out CityBeat's preview of the event here.

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Cincinnati Opera Fundraiser

When: Jan. 26 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Transept, Over-the-Rhine
What: A fundraiser for Cincinnati Opera’s 2024 arts programming which includes small bites, an open bar and performances by Cincinnati Opera artists.
Who: Cincinnati Opera Young Professionals
Why: Burlesque performing artists will be featured as well — it’s giving bourgeois decadence.

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Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s Cinderella Wore Cowboy Boots

When: Jan. 26 at 7 p.m.
Where: Fairfield Community Arts Center, Fairfield
What: The classic fairytale Cinderella reimagined as a one-woman show with some serious Southern twang.
Who: The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT)
Why: Check out CityBeat's preview of the event here.

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Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra’s Goldilocks & the Three Dinosaurs

When: Jan. 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Music Hall, Over-the-Rhine
What: An interactive concert retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears with crafts, activities and orchestral music fun for the whole family.
Who: Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
Why: A fun, family-friendly adventure.

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Symphonic Mozart at Music Hall

When: Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 28 at 2 p.m.
Where: Music Hall, Over-the-Rhine
What: An all-Mozart concert led by conductor Dame Jane Glover.
Who: Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Why: Experience Mozart’s musical evolution of the symphony live.

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