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Findlay Market Opening Day Parade

Opening Day in Cincinnati, an unofficial local holiday and tradition dating back to 1920, begins with the Findlay Market Opening Day Parade followed by an all-day party on Fountain Square celebrating the start of Reds baseball season.

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Findlay Market
1801 Race St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Phone: 513-665-4839

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Findlay Market

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Free

Parking

Paid lot and metered on street.

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Special Events Sports Sports - Pro/College Family-Fun Free

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CANCELLED for 2021.

Since 1920, this parade has made its way from Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine through the streets of downtown each spring to kick off the Cincinnati Reds baseball season. Bring a chair and some noise makers to enjoy this local tradition. Click here for information on parade-viewing areas, parties, parking, and more.

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