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3CDC Newsletter 11.21.24
Source Before we open up the throttle on holiday hubbub, there are plenty of chances to mix in a bit of merriment this week downtown! Tomorrow, one of Cincinnati’s most beloved traditions is back! The Shillito’s Elves have returned for another season of holiday magic. This year, the decades-old elves have set up shop on Main Street in Over-the-Rhine. The Shillito’s Elves, a collection of mechanized figures that depict various Christmas scenes, including Santa’s workshop, made their debut in the 1950s in
3CDC Newsletter 11.14.24
Source Sweater weather is better together! Cozy up for some community togetherness this week downtown. Tomorrow, throw on an extra layer and make your way to Heritage Bank Center to see the Cincinnati Cyclones face off against the Bloomington Bison. Join the Cyclones in honoring those who have served and are currently serving in the U.S. Military during this special Military Appreciation game. Limited edition Navy-inspired Military Appreciation jerseys will be auctioned off online up until the final
3CDC Newsletter 10/31/2024
Source Happy Halloween, Cincinnati! Skip the tricks and enjoy the treat of another beautiful week downtown. Tonight, the legend of headless Jack lives on at The Banks! Eight of your favorite bars are teaming up to host Jack’s Halloween Bar Hop from 7 to 11PM. At every stop, enjoy themed cocktails and candy, and play spirited games like Candy Cornhole, Scarecrow Shuffle, Jack-o-Lantern Toss, and more! Pick up a bingo card during the event check-in and collect stamps at every stop along the hop for a chance
3CDC Newsletter 10/24/2024
Source Who’s ready to (pumpkin) spice things up this week?! From spooky to sporty, there’s so many ways to enjoy these dwindling October days downtown. Creep into the hallo-weekend tomorrow night at Nightmare on Elm Street - the Rhinegeist Halloween dance party and drag show! Expect devilish dancing, spooky drag, terrifying tarot readings, supernatural brews, creepy cocktails, and more! The free party kicks off in the taproom at 8PM, and the drag show starts at 9PM. RSVP online today…if you dare! Keep
3CDC Newsletter 10.17.2024
Source Bright lights, Queen City! Tonight, BLINK is flipping the switch on the fourth iteration of the city-wide festival. The nation's largest free public light and art event will take place over four nights in our city’s urban core with large-scale projection mapping, media light, interactive light sculptures, murals, and more by local, national, and international artists. Over 35 Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky city blocks are transforming into an immersive art experience with Ohio-side zones
3CDC - Fountain District Update
Source The Fountain District is getting a glow-up two years in the making! BLINK, the nation's largest public light and art event, is illuminating the Queen City from October 17–20, and the Fountain District's vibrant streets, businesses, and civic spaces are at the heart of the unforgettable experience. More than a local event, BLINK connects us all, attracting over 2 million visitors and artists from around the world. It’s not just about the lights—it’s about the connection, the conversation, and the
3CDC Newsletter 10.10.2024
Source October chills are just around the corner, but the thrills are here and thriving this week downtown! Tomorrow night, gather around and hear the tale of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, the latest heart-pounding production from the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company. Cast away by his creator, Victor Frankenstein’s rejected creature is thrust into a world that recoils in terror, disgusted by his inhumanity. A new spin on the gothic tale from the mother of science fiction promises to be a spine-tingling
This Week Downtown - 09.19.24
Source This week is om pah pah poppin’ with unforgettable Cincinnati events! America’s Oktoberfest returns downtown today through Sunday. First held in 1976, the nation’s largest Oktoberfest celebrates the rich German heritage of Southwest Ohio. This year, the perennial favorite festival is set to be bigger than ever at a new venue, Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove! Expect bigger tents, expanded seating, more entertainment, and the same world-class, unforgettable experience. Oktoberfest is free and open
This Week Downtown - 09.12.24
Source You’ll miss these warm downtown days when they’re gone. Soak them up while you can at any one of the memorable events happening this week downtown! Kick the fun off on a pungent note today during the 8th Street Garlic Festival! Yes, you read that correctly. From lunch through dinner service, several of the Queen City’s finest eateries are banding together to celebrate the aromatic veggie that has been long revered as an essential culinary ingredient. Joining the quirky extravaganza are Arnold’s Bar
This Week Downtown - 08.29.24
In a summer full of memorable weeks downtown, this one is uniquely Cincinnati. The Fountain District Launch Party starts today! The weekend-long event celebrates the district’s recent brand debut and highlights the exceptional restaurants and bars, renowned arts and entertainment institutions, one-of-a-kind retailers, top-tier hotels, and vibrant civic spaces that make the Fountain District a Cincinnati destination. From deep discounts to specialty menu offerings and more, Fountain District’s Launch Party
This Week Downtown - 08.15.24
Long live summertime downtown! This week's events are all about savoring these dwindling August days in the company of friends and community. The 36th annual Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion is back and enlivening the city today through Sunday! The “Dedicated & Determined” themed festival features thoughtfully curated, family-friendly event experiences across the Cincinnati, including speakers and performers, a parade, a job fair, a heritage breakfast, and live music. At Sawyer Point, legendary
This Week Downtown - 07.03.24
There’s red, white, and so much to do this week downtown! A fireworks show is just the tip of the sparkler at Washington Park’s Fourth of July Celebration. Live music from local party starters, That’s What She Said, kicks off the patriotic fun tomorrow at 3PM accompanied by lawn games, pop jets, and more summer fun! Local food trucks will help you fuel up for family-friendly festivities, and cold drinks from the Sherwin-Williams Porch will keep you from melting like a popsicle all day long! The
This Week Downtown - 06.13.24
Source Community and jubilation are at the heart of Juneteenth celebrations across downtown this week! Saturday marks Paloozanoire’s fifth year producing Cincinnati’s Juneteenth Block Party. From 4 to 11PM at The Banks, the epic party will showcase freedom and the evolution of Black culture and include a Family Zone featuring Cincinnati Reds mascots and carnival performers, local DJs, minority-owned food trucks, and community-centric activities for all ages. Register for your free Block Party
This Week Downtown - 05.30.24
Source Spring is fading to summer across Downtown Cincinnati, but the season isn’t going quietly – outdoor music events are setting the tone for a vibrant summer ahead! Start your weekend and the First Financial Bank Summer Series off right in Washington Park tomorrow at Friday Flow. Over-the-Rhine’s favorite, free R&B series is back on the park’s civic lawn for a 12thseason featuring national and regional acts. Dust off your lawn chairs and see Memphis-based musician, Chris J, kick off the beloved series