Bockfest
Bockfest
March 4-6, 2022
Cincinnatians’ beer consumption once more than doubled that of the national per capita average, making it one of the most prolific brewing cities in the U.S. today, as the largest and oldest festival of its kind, Bockfest fondly recalls that amazing beer heritage. With 2022 marking the 30th year, the full celebration is back with three days of merriment. Festivities include live entertainment, historic walking tours, a 5k race, delicious food, a homebrew competition and, of course, plenty of bock beer.
New for 2022, Bockfest Hall will be located at Findlay Playground, 1811 Vine Street.
Cincinnati International Wine Festival
Cincinnati International Wine Festival
May 19-20, 2022
After hosting a virtual wine tasting last year due to COVID, the Cincinnati International Wine Festival is back May 19-20. There will be a charity auction and luncheon on May 21st and the Winery Dinner Series is scheduled for May 19th. Tickets go on sale March 1st.
This Time Tomorrow: Performing Arts Festival
This Time Tomorrow Performing Arts Festival
April 6-10, 2022
Immerse yourself in the arts with the five-day This Time Tomorrow: Performing Arts Festival that includes contemporary performances brought to you by the Contemporary Arts Center. This Time Tomorrow brings together artists from near and far to the Cincinnati region to share their unique works of art. This Time Tomorrow occurs at locations throughout the city behind an ethos of exploration, experimentation, and collaboration.
Butterfly Show
International Butterfly Show
2022 DATES HAVE YET TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Every summer for more than two decades, the Krohn Conservatory in Eden Park has transformed its indoor gardens into a butterfly gala, setting more than 10,000 butterflies loose in one of its greenhouses for visitors to mingle with and admire during the annual Butterfly Show.
Cincinnati May Festival
Cincinnati May Festival Chorus at Music Hall
May 20-28, 2022
Cincinnati is home to the oldest continuous choral festival in the Western hemisphere. Join the May Festival Chorus and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra for two weekends of choral music at Music Hall. One of the only true choral festivals remaining, May Festival features a choral repertoire rarely found in the usual concert season. More details still to be released.
Taste of Cincinnati
Taste of Cincinnati
May 28-30, 2022
What better way to experience the region than a full-on extravaganza devoted to all things edible? Held downtown and spanning five city blocks, Taste of Cincinnati congregates more than 40 restaurants and food trucks from around the city, along with plenty of beer and wine-tasting stations, live music, carnival rides and games. The second longest–running culinary arts festival in the country, Taste offers a slew of delectable selections; things like Thai basil lime popsicles from Streetpops, grilled cheese donuts from Tom + Chee or fried-cheese ravioli from Pompilios. It’s also a free event, so mark your calendars!
Appalachian Festival
Appalachian Festival
RETURNS May 7-8, 2022
The region's rich Appalachian heritage is on full display at this annual festival held at Coney Island. Appalachian Festival attendees can dance to old-time music, shop handmade wares, listen to storytellers spinning tales and chow down on traditional favorites like biscuits and gravy, country ham, fried chicken, cornbread and more.
Cincy-Cinco Festival
Cincy Cinco
2022 EVENT YET TO BE ANNOUNCED
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Fountain Square at Cincy Cinco Festival, the city's premier Latino festival. Enjoy free games, crafts and activities for kids; plus live music, dance performances and food.
Flying Pig Marathon
Flying Pig Marathon
May 1, 2022
The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon, powered by P&G, is the third-largest first-time marathon in the country. Welcoming athletes of all running abilities and from across the country and world, Flying Pig Marathon weekend offers activities and events for the whole family. More than 25 support stations and entertainment all along the course make the event one of the premier marathons in the country.
