July Family Friendly Events in Cincinnati!

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JULY

Hot fun in the summer time! Enjoy our new weekly event breakdown, and make sure to look at the free concert and movie lists, because we found even more than last month!

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WEEKLY EVENTS

July 1-5

Great Parks Free First Appreciation Days
July 1
As a special thank you to all Hamilton County residents for their continued support of the parks, Great Parks of Hamilton County is hosting its Free Firsts Resident Appreciation Days on the first day of every month this summer. On Free Firsts Appreciation Days, Hamilton County residents can enjoy free entry into any Great Parks without the need for a Motor Vehicle Permit, which is regularly $10 annually or $3 daily. Special appreciation day activities will also be available, including free tourboat rides, free fishing tickets, free wet playground passes, golf freebies, and free kids programs, just to name a few. See website for details!

Blueberry Bonanza, Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore
July 1st, 3:30-4:30p
July is National Blueberry Month! In honor of this tasty fruit, we are hosting a blueberry bonanza event that is sure to be a treat. We will be reading some of our favorite books that highlight the beautiful blueberry and will create a fun craft that will sure to be refrigerator worthy. We will wrap up this event by enjoying some sweet blueberries on a hot July day.
-$5.00
-Best for ages 3-5
-Please call 513.731.2665 to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

FREE Cincinnati Pops Community Concert, Miami Whitewater Forest
July 1, 8:15p
Join the Orchestra this summer for a series of CSO & Pops Community Concerts. Hear entertaining hits from Broadway and the big screen, American anthems and the catchiest tunes from orchestral repertoire in these concerts perfect for the whole family. Outdoor concerts occur rain or shine.

FREE Newport Motorcycle Rally, Fesival Park 
July 2-5, See website for times
Live music, games, food, and fireworks!

FREE Northside Rock n’ Roll Carnival, Hoffner Park 
July 2-4, 6p-2a
Just past the park entrance the pavilion at Hoffner Park will be transformed into a festive Beer Garden. A step beyond festival goers will emerge into a captivating playground of great original music, Fire Breathers, a carnival side show featuring Sword Swallowers and a Bed of Nails! Anticipation will build as a bona fide rock ‘n roll concert unfolds inducing the flow of nightlife activity between Hoffner park and Northside’s dynamic and historic business district. See website for performance details.

FREE LaRosa’s Balloon Glow, Coney Island  #cmbbucketlist
July 3, 5-10:30p
Live music, family entertainment and Coney’s Classic Rides make for a fun-filled evening. Later, the evening sky illuminates when hot air balloons of every color “glow” for all to see. The grand finale for the event is a spectacular Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks display over the banks of Lake Como. Parking: $8 until 2:00pm; $10 after 2:00pm. There is no charge (other than parking) to view the balloons and fireworks. Normal rates apply for Sunlite Pool and Coney’s Classic Rides. Sunlite Pool will be open until 9:30pm for swimming. The Pool area will remain open for fireworks viewing. Coney’s Classic Rides will stay open until 11:00pm.

FREE The Lego Americana Roadshow, Kenwood Towne Centre
July 4-19
The lego® Americana Tour is a highly visual, educational and free traveling installation of larger-than-life lego® models. Replicas of iconic buildings and architectural structures will be on exhibit at various locations throughout the shopping center. Kenwood Towne Centre is the only venue in Ohio to host The LEGO Americana Tour. The one-of-a-kind, large scale models of American landmarks made completely out of lego® bricks by lego® Master Builders will entertain customers with stunning visuals and fun facts. Featured landmarks include: U.S. Capitol Building, White House, Supreme Court, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Statue of Liberty, Independence Hall and Old North Church.

FREE OTR Performs, Washington Park 
July 5, 6-8p
OTR Performs returns this summer! Every Sunday, enjoy an evening of FREE arts programming in the Park that is sure to please the whole family.
Tonight’s Performance: You’re invited to the park for an evening of live musical stylings from well-known artist, Thee Phantom.

July 6-12

FREE The Lego Americana Roadshow, Kenwood Towne Centre
July 4-19
July 11 & 12, 12-4p: Build and take home your own mini version of a LEGO Washington Monument for FREE! Upper level Macy’s wing. Offer good while supplies last. Open to participants aged 4 and older.
The lego® Americana Tour is a highly visual, educational and free traveling installation of larger-than-life lego® models. Replicas of iconic buildings and architectural structures will be on exhibit at various locations throughout the shopping center. Kenwood Towne Centre is the only venue in Ohio to host The LEGO Americana Tour. The one-of-a-kind, large scale models of American landmarks made completely out of lego® bricks by lego® Master Builders will entertain customers with stunning visuals and fun facts. Featured landmarks include: U.S. Capitol Building, White House, Supreme Court, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Statue of Liberty, Independence Hall and Old North Church.

FREE The BB&T Summer Celebration, Covington Landing 
July 9-14
Six days of family-friendly activities and musical entertainment showcasing Covington’s 200 years of pride and progress. All on Covington Landing and in Rivercenter Boulevard block area. There will be a 50 ft. Ferris wheel, kids activity tent, 20 live music acts, and tons of food! See website for schedule details!

Tarzan, The Stage Musical, Epiphany Lutheran Church 
July 9-12 & 16-19
$15 Adults, $10 Seniors (60 & over), $10 Students (Any age), $5 Children (5 & under)
Music by Phil Collins, along with high-flying excitement by ZFX, make for unforgettable theatrical experience. Directed by Megan Wean Sears.

FREE Oakley After Hours, Oakley Square
July 10, 6-9p
Local bands, kids entertainment, guest vendors, local businesses and Mad Tree beer! Introducing a free shuttle from 7pm to 1am from Oakley Square to Dutch/Keystone, Hyde Park Square, & R.P. McMurphys!

Ohio Challenge Hot Air Balloon Festival, Smith Park 
July 10-12
$10 per vehicle with free admission. Walk-in admission: $4, free ages 12 and under. Free admission to all during morning hours
Hot air balloon festival and skydiver performances. Full carnival, music and entertainment. Free special events Sat-Sun from 7-10:30 a.m. See website for details!

FREE Bacon, Bourbon and Brew Festival, Festival Park Newport 
July 10-14
Features bacon and other pork products, Kentucky bourbon and beers from local breweries. Live music, games and activities.

St. Rita Fest 
July 10-12
$2 admission
Enjoy local food, concerts by Hayden Kaye & Saffire Express & Naked Karate Girls, and great giveaways!

Clinton County Fair
July 11-18
Daily gate entry – $7.00, Season pass – $25.00, 8 and under free, Membership Tickets- $30.00
Gates close at 11:00 pm, Rides 1:00 pm -5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Live entertainment, harness racing, antique tractor pull and demolition derby. Junior and Senior Fair Shows of cattle, sheep, hogs, rabbits, chickens, horses and pets.

Civil War Weekend, Heritage Village Museum 
July 11-12
$8, $4 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under. Weekend pass available
Civilian re-enactors demonstrate Civil War fashion, games, entertainment and more. Civil War battles, 2 p.m. each day.

FREE Meet Kammie on First: Baseball’s Dottie Kamenshek author, Michelle Houts, Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore 
July 12, 12:30-1:30p
Michelle Houts, author of the new series, Biographies for Young Readers, will be here reading and signing her first addition to the series, Kammie on First: Baseball’s Dottie Kamenshek! In this real-life tale we are inspired by Cincinnati’s very own, Dorothy Kamenshek, who rises to national level fame as a star first base player in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II. Later, fame came again to Dottie when in 1992, Geena Davis portrayed a player loosely based on her in the hit movie A League of Their Own. With Cincinnati hosting the All-Star game this season, fans of all ages will sure to enjoy the spirit of America’s pastime this event will invoke. Girls and boys, alike, will love hearing about a young athlete with a dream – one that is held by many.
-A FREE, all-ages author event. (Recommended ages for series: 8 and up).
-Line Numbers available for signing with purchase of Kammie on First: Baseball’s Dottie Kamenshek.
-Call 513.731.2665 to reserve your copy or for more details.

FREE OTR Performs, Washington Park 
July 12, 6-8p
OTR Performs returns this summer! Every Sunday, enjoy an evening of FREE arts programming in the Park that is sure to please the whole family.
Tonight’s Performance: TBD (check the website!)

Cincinnati British Car Day, Harbin Park 
$5 admission
This year’s show will feature the MGB-GT & Triumph GT6, Food, Door Prizes, Split the Pot, Dj, Vendors and MORE!

FREE MLB Sunday Sing, Washtington Park
July 12, 10a-12p
MUSE will perform in the MLB Sunday Morning Sing at Washington Park as part of the All-Star Game activites. The concert is free to the public and will include the MLK Chorale, NKY Brotherhood, The CPS Honor Choir, and others. Bring your own chair to Washington Park and be a part of the excitement!

July 13-19

FREE The Lego Americana Roadshow, Kenwood Towne Centre
July 4-19
The lego® Americana Tour is a highly visual, educational and free traveling installation of larger-than-life lego® models. Replicas of iconic buildings and architectural structures will be on exhibit at various locations throughout the shopping center. Kenwood Towne Centre is the only venue in Ohio to host The LEGO Americana Tour. The one-of-a-kind, large scale models of American landmarks made completely out of lego® bricks by lego® Master Builders will entertain customers with stunning visuals and fun facts. Featured landmarks include: U.S. Capitol Building, White House, Supreme Court, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Statue of Liberty, Independence Hall and Old North Church.

 

 

 

Clinton County Fair
July 11-18
Daily gate entry – $7.00, Season pass – $25.00, 8 and under free, Membership Tickets- $30.00
Gates close at 11:00 pm, Rides 1:00 pm -5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Live entertainment, harness racing, antique tractor pull and demolition derby. Junior and Senior Fair Shows of cattle, sheep, hogs, rabbits, chickens, horses and pets.

FREE The BB&T Summer Celebration, Covington Landing 
July 9-14
Six days of family-friendly activities and musical entertainment showcasing Covington’s 200 years of pride and progress. All on Covington Landing and in Rivercenter Boulevard block area. There will be a 50 ft. Ferris wheel, kids activity tent, 20 live music acts, and tons of food! See website for schedule details!

FREE Circus Mojo Traveling Show, Richardson Road Park 
July 14, 10-11a
Enjoy a free circus performance followed by an interactive workshop for the whole family!

Family Night, Hofbrauhaus Newport
July 14, 6-9p
The 2nd Tuesday each month at Hofbräuhaus Newport it’s “Family Night!” Kids eat free, face painting, balloon animals, origami art and more! Bring the family out for a great time.
*Kids eat free with purchase of adult entrée

FREE Meet award-winning author/photographer of the Curious Critters series!, Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore 
July 15, 10-11a
Explore the amazing, up-close worlds of common North American animals—from butterflies and birds to frogs and fish—with award-winning photographer and writer David FitzSimmons. With the help of our audience, David will perform parts of his “Curious Critters” picture books, including his newest title, “Curious Critters Marine.” Children will shriek like hawks, hop like toads, and swim like sea bass. Learn why spoonbills are pink and lobsters are sometimes blue. Discover what sea stars eat and how mammals fly. Show includes puppets and take-home activities for all children!
-A FREE, all-ages author event. (Recommended ages for series: 3-8).
-Line Numbers available for signing with purchase of Curious Critters Marine.
-Call 513.731.2665 to reserve your copy or for more details.

Tarzan, The Stage Musical, Epiphany Lutheran Church 
July 9-12 & 16-19
$15 Adults, $10 Seniors (60 & over), $10 Students (Any age), $5 Children (5 & under)
Music by Phil Collins, along with high-flying excitement by ZFX, make for unforgettable theatrical experience. Directed by Megan Wean Sears.

FREE Volunteer on the Farm Day, Our Harvest Cooperative
10a-12p
Join us for Volunteer on the Farm Day: Saturday July 18th, August 15th, and September 19th from 10-12. Come see where your veggies grow and work side-by-side with the farmers who grow them! Please RSVP to [email protected] by the Wednesday before the volunteer day to let us know the number of volunteers in your party. See you on the farm!

FREE Crazy Cardboard Boat Regatta, Voice of America Park  #cmbbucketlist 
July 18, 11a-3p
At this fun and exciting event, teams build boats made of cardboard and race IN them around the lake! Build your own boat or enjoy the show from the comforts of the shore…either way, you’re sure to have a blast at this fun family event! There will be vendors, entertainment, activities, and more! Come watch the craziness or be a part of it…!!

FREE Luau at Pineapple Island, Tri-County Mall 
July 18, 12-3p
The Art Spark invites kids to luau. Free crafts and activities, hula dancing, bowling with coconuts, painting an ocean mural and more.

FREE OTR Performs, Washington Park 
July 19, 6-8p
OTR Performs returns this summer! Every Sunday, enjoy an evening of FREE arts programming in the Park that is sure to please the whole family.
Tonight’s Performance: Bring the family down for a special production of Still Life with Iris with members of the Ensemble Theatre. This show is the first play for young audiences to receive the Kennedy Center’s Fund for New American Plays Award. Still Life with Iris is a fantastical adventure which centers on a little girl’s search for the simplest of things: home.

July 20-26

Macy’s Kids, Cultures, Critters and Crafts Festival, Cincinnati Zoo 
July 22, 10a-6p
$1 admission, parking not included
Celebrate cultures through music, dance, crafts, puppetry and activities for kids of all ages!

FREE Family Fun Night, Boone Woods Park 
July 22, 7-8p
Presented by Madcap Puppets. Enjoy giant puppets and enchanting stories from around the world with Aladdin and Friends! Don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and refreshments!

FREE Circus Mojo Traveling Show, Lincoln Ridge Park 
July 23, 10-11a
Enjoy a free circus performance followed by an interactive workshop for the whole family!

FREE Cincinnati Museum Center Free Friday
Fri, July 24, 10a-5p
Visit Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science* and Cincinnati History Museum free of charge! Climb through the tunnels and bridges in the three-story woods, travel back in time in our immersive ice age exhibit and step aboard a replica of the 94-foot steamboat, the Queen of the West.

FREE Fly high on Amelia Earhart Day!, Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore 
July 24, 2-3p
Today is Amelia Earhart Day! Join us as we learn more about this pioneer, legend and mystery. We will read books depicting her life and love of aviation and will embark on making a few of our own aircrafts (with paper). Let’s see which kind of paper airplane will fly the farthest!
– A free story event and craft.
– Best for ages 5-7.
– Please call 513.731.2665 to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

FREE Greater Anderson Days, Beech Acres Park 
July 24-26
Since 1999, Greater Anderson Days is THE place to be for both businesses and festival goers. This popular event hosts approximately 30,000 people over the three-day weekend, and features live music, games, rides, delicious food, “Anderson’s Got Talent” competition, and an amazing fireworks display by Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks, courtesy of the Beechmont Automotive Group.

Oakley Fancy Flea Market, Oakley Square 
July 25, 10a-4p
The O.F.F. Market is a monthly, pop-up marketplace, curated to bring fresh, high quality items to you. Small businesses, entrepreneurs, farmers, scavengers, bakers, chefs, artisans, fashionistas and everything in between. Monthly. Local. All around good stuff. Cincinnati artisans, peddlers and food vendors are taking over the heart of Oakley! There will be no shortage of food trucks, tunes, shopping, or beer! Seriously, what more can you ask for?

The City Flea, Washington Park 
July 25, 10a-4p
The City Flea is Cincinnati’s original curated, urban flea market that takes place once a month at Washington Park. Since its conception in 2011 The Flea has seen dozens of vendors grow from hobby to full time business and it is with much pride that we consider ourselves not only a monthly market, but a small business incubator, community organization, and city advocate. The Flea is a place to keep your dollars local, support small business and experience YOUR city in a unique and engaging way. Our vendors range from vintage dealers to artisan pizza makers to plant studios. We have something for everyone.

FREE Smokin’ Hot Weekend, Findlay Market 
July 25-26
Local craft beers, loads of bbq and lots of live music. What more can you ask for in one weekend at your favorite public market! See website for event details!

Train Ride with Clifford, Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad 
July 25-26
$19 Adults, $16 ages 62 and up and ages 5-16, $10 ages 2-4, Free under age 2
Come take a ride on the LM&M Railroad to visit Clifford the Big Red Dog and Emily Elizabeth! Play on the LM&M play set and enjoy various games and activities! Bring kids, grandparents, and friends to enjoy this memorable moment, but don’t forget your camera!

FREE OTR Performs, Washington Park 
July 26, 6-8p
OTR Performs returns this summer! Every Sunday, enjoy an evening of FREE arts programming in the Park that is sure to please the whole family.
Tonight’s Performance:Elementz presents “HipArt in the Park”, an evening of classic hip hop and R&B appropriate for the entire family. Featuring special guests classical string quartet concert:nova, The Millennium Robots, and internationally popular Hip Hop/Jazz/Rock/Soul collective ISWHAT?!, along with Elementz artists and the very popular hip hop dance team, Studio Kre8v.

The Butler County Fair
Sunday, July 26th: 12pm – 11pm
Monday, July 27th – Saturday, August 1st: 8am – 11pm
Tractor pulls, demolition derby, rodeo, food, rides, games, magicians…what more could you ask for? Daily admission and 3/4-day passes available. See the website for details!

July 27-31

The Butler County Fair
Sunday, July 26th: 12pm – 11pm
Monday, July 27th – Saturday, August 1st: 8am – 11pm
Tractor pulls, demolition derby, rodeo, food, rides, games, magicians…what more could you ask for? Daily admission and 3/4-day passes available. See the website for details!

FREE Special Storytime for Dr. Suess’s New Book, Joseph Beth Booksellers
July 29, 10:30a
A brand new, never-before-seen story from one of the greatest wordsmiths of all time has been uncovered! Fans of Dr. Seuss of all ages will love this new book, “What Pet Should I Get”? Join us for a special storytime a day after the book is released, and get your gang ready for some tongue-twisty fun!

Wand Workshop, Joseph Beth Booksellers
July 29, 2p
Calling Harry Potter fans! Has your Mandrake withered? Does your button refuse to transfigure? Perhaps it’s time for a new wand! In this workshop we’ll create wands with cores to suit any magical personality. You’ll also have an opportunity to get sorted into your house, conjure the perfect patronus and make a Three Broomsticks sweet treat. Ages 8-12, $5 admission, registration required. Sign up by calling 513-396-8960.


ONGOING EVENTS

FREE PNC Summer of Series, Fountain Square 
Turner Trivia Night
Mondays, Now – August 31, 7-9p
Enjoy fast-paced trivia, drink specials, and food from Urban Grill every Monday on the Square!
American Roots
Tuesdays, Now – September 1, 7-10p
Come down to the Square for an evening of live roots music from the likes of American Aquarium, The Shook Twins, and more.
Reggae Wednesday
Wednesdays, Now – September 2, 6-10p
Put a little “weekend” in your Wednesday with the help of free Reggae concerts on Fountain Square.
Salsa on the Square
Thursdays, Now – September 17, 7-10p
Salsa the night away on Fountain Square with live music, food from Mazunte, and complimentary dance instruction. Special thanks to our sponsors, Procter & Gamble, UC Health, MetroPCS, and the Contemporary Arts Center.
MidPoint Indie Summer
Fridays, Now – September 4, 7-11p
Fountain Square joins with the MidPoint Music Festival to offer free previews of MPMF’s indie music showcases all summer long!
Self Diploma Saturday Concerts
Saturdays, Now – September 5, 7-11p
Enjoy live hip-hop/electronica music from local and national acts, like Nappy Roots and Ja Rule, every Saturday night on Fountain Square.
City Slicker Sundays
Sundays, Now – August 30, 12-5p
Every Sunday at noon, Fountain Square transforms into downtown Cincinnati’s largest outdoor patio with low-key activities, drinks specials, and sports games on the big screen!

FREE Bedknobs, Broomsticks, and Baristas, Washington Park  #cmbbucketlist
July 7, 14, 21, 28
Enjoy free crafts and coffee in the park on Tuesday mornings from 9-11a!

FREE Curiosity Saturdays, Washington Park  #cmbbucketlist
July 4, 11, 18, 25
Interactive programs designed to foster children’s creativity, feed their curiosity and expose them to many wonders of nature in an unique, urban setting.

FREE Jolly Thursdays, A.J. Jolly Park 
July 2: Solar Astronomy
July 9: Kentucky Reptile Zoo
July 16: Acarya Tribal Rock
July 23: Tom Sparough
July 30: Boats, Buzz, & Bark
The library is partnering with parks and recreation, as well as the extension service to bring super fun, all-ages events to A.J. Jolly Park. Each Thursday at 10 a.m. from June 11 through July 30, head for the Stapleton Pavilion and enjoy free events. We’ll have something new and exciting each week.

Entertrainment Junction: Christmas in July
July 1-31
Think some Christmas Cheer might help get you through the summer heat? Come on over to EnterTRAINment Junction for Christmas in July from June 27rd thru July 31st cool off and enjoy all our great attractions. Be sure to make your way to the North Pole where you can get your mid-year check up with Santa himself!! Note: Santa will visit from noon to 6pm daily during the event. He will take a quick nap from 3pm until 3:30 daily. Plus – be sure to squeeze in some early Christmas shopping with our ” Buy 2 toys get one HALF OFF!”

Build It: Architecture for Kids, Betts House
Now-August 22
The Betts House, Ohio’s oldest brick home, built in 1804, is proud to host a new exhibit, Build It! Architecture for Kids, which offers fun activities on construction concepts for children. Build It! will be on view from May 19, 2015 through August 22, 2015. The exhibit, on loan from archKIDecture of Chicago, consists of nine modules presenting architectural subjects including roofs, tools, and shapes. Build It! encourages children to interact with each module, either on their own or by collaborating with other children or adults. Designed for children age three to twelve, the exhibit promotes visual literacy with activities on shapes, color, and symmetries and provides hands-on opportunities for children to explore architecture and construction. In addition to the exhibit, The Betts House will also have special Saturday activities for children and families, including hands-on programs on roofing and other trades as well as story times and craft activities. On our Family Fun Saturdays, The Betts House will be open from 12:30 – 5 pm with a hands-on activity from 2 – 4 p.m.. Details on additional programs will be available on The Betts House website and Facebook page. All programs will be included with the cost of admission. $2

Cincinnati Zoo
There’s always fun to be had at the zoo!

Cincinnati Museum Center
Current Exibits:
Now Open – Queen City Baseball: Diamonds and Stars
Now Open – Treasures of Our Military Past
Now Open – Science of Sports

Newport Aquarium
Summer Family Hours: Two kids (Ages 2-12) get in FREE with each adult paying full price. Offer available online only. Sunday thru Friday; 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Summer Family Hours is one of the most affordable family fun experiences around because two kids (ages 2-12) get in free with each adult paying full price. You can take your kids to see thousands of the most exotic aquatic animals from around the world and share in an experience they’ll never forget for less than the cost of a movie!

The Healing Garden, Krohn Conservatory 
July 4-August 23
Flowers, fragrance, color and music. Sheer delight in the garden! Open Tuesday – Sunday 10a.m. – 5p.m. Adults $7, Youth (5-12years old) $4, Children FREE (1-4years old).

ArtWorks Mural Tours, OTR & Downtown 
Join us as we meander through historic downtown streets exploring Cincinnati’s collection of larger-than-life murals. Our tour guides, a combination of ArtWorks volunteers and youth Apprentice mural painters, will educate and entertain you by sharing anecdotes about each mural, giving you the inside story on how these large-scale murals came to be. Guides encourage audience participation and will test your knowledge of Cincinnati history by connecting our murals to the history of the region. ArtWorks offers two weekend walking tours in the downtown area to the general public. Our tours are generally geared towards an adult audience but we do welcome interested families to attend. Children under 12 are free but must still reserve a ticket. $20 for adults.

Friday Night Grillouts, Lake Isabella
Now – September 4
5-8 p.m.: Leave Friday night dinner to us! Enjoy an evening at the lake with delicious grilled meals from $8.50-$10 and live music on the pier from 6-8 p.m. The park playground and boathouse will also be open for fun activities for all ages. Lake Isabella/Boathouse


FREE SUMMER MOVIES

Free Kids Movies, Esquire & Mariemont & Kenwood Theaters
Every Monday and Wednesday Morning June 8 – August 5
Doors open 9:45 am; movies begin 10:30 am.
First-come, First-served!
July 1 – Annie (2014)
July 6 and 8 – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
July 13 and 15 – Arthur Christmas
July 20 and 22 – Smurfs 2
July 27 and 29 – Shrek

Summer Cinema, Washington Park 
9-11p
July 1: Top Gun (1986)
July 8: Sandlot (1993)
July 15: Back to the Future II (1989)
July 22: The Goonies (1985)
July 29: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)
Formerly called Date Night Movies, Summer Cinema features a free movie screening every Wednesday at the Park! Dust off those lawn chairs, grab a picnic basket, and join us for a fun, relaxing evening over on our civic lawn.

Friday Night Summer Movies, Harrison Community Center 
Dusk
July 10: Alexander the Terrible, Horrible, No Good Very Bad Day!
July 24: Big Hero 6
Free family movie night at dusk behind the garages at the Community Center. Bring your family, spread a blanket, set up your lawn chairs and enjoy a recent G-rated or PG-rated movie release. FREE Popcorn, Snow-cones, orange drink and pizza from Harrison LaRosa’s (limited supply) are provided. NO Coolers Please! Please bring a canned good to movie nights and concerts for a chance to win a prize in our drawing.

Boone County Movies in the Park
July 10: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Day, Boone Woods
July 17: Tinkerbell and the Legend of the Neverbeast, Boone Woods
July 18: The Boxtrolls, Walton Park
July 24: E.T., Boone Woods
July 31: Cinderella, Boone Woods
Bring seating and snacks!

Mount Adams Cinema in the City, Seasongood Pavilion
July 23
Grease (1978) starts at dark. Music by Faux Frenchmen. Food vendor is Urban Grill Food Truck. Raffle.

Movie Night at Bellevue Beach, Bellevue Beach Park
July 24, 9:30-11p
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join us for Big Hero 6 at the Beach Park. The Bellevue Potluck Dinner precedes the movie.

Symmes Township Movie Night, Home of the Brave Park 
July 17, 9p
Enjoy Big Hero 6 under the stars! Kids are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite super hero.

Movie Night, Sharonville Fine Arts Center
July 22, 6:30p
The Lego Movie. Seating is limited and is first come, first seated. Full movie screen with surround sound.

Friday Night Movies, Cheviot United Methodist Church 
6:30p
July 10: Pocahontas
July 24: Frozen
Shown on big screen in Fellowship Hall. Bring snacks to share. Water and lemonade provided. Pillows, bean-bag chairs and blankets welcome.


FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Hump Day Concert Series, Voice of America Park Gazebo 
7p
July 1: Hickory Robot (Bluegrass)
**July 8: Rabbit Hash Strings Band (Appalachian), Jam Session & Bonfire at Chill Hill with City Barbeque
July 15: Jump & Jive Show Band (Big Band)
July 22: Garcia & Scott (Americana)
FEATURING • FREE MUSIC • FOOD & BEVERAGES (ADULT TOO!) • LAKE
ACTIVITIES • PLAYGROUND FOR THE KIDDOS • BIKE & BOAT RENTALS • CORN HOLE GAMES • MID-WEEK RELAXATION

Spring Grove Cemetery Summer Concerts
7-9p
July 1: Eight Days A Week
July 15: Blue Stone Ivory
Spring Grove is bringing a little music to your summer evening again this year. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets and refreshments and enjoy live music. Hop on our tour tram for a mini tour of the cemetery before the concert begins. The concert is FREE and open to the public. The outdoor concert will be held within the Community Greenbelt of Spring Grove in the picturesque Rose Garden.

Bud Light’s LIVE at the Levee Summer Concert Series, Newport on the Levee 
7-10p
July 2: The SunBurners
July 9: Boo Radley
July 16: After Midnight
July 23: DV8
July 30: Glory Days
The largest patio party in Northern Kentucky is back for 2015 as Bud Light’s LIVE at the Levee Summer Concert Series presented by The New 94.9 returns on May 28th and runs through September 3rd.

Concerts in the Park, Beech Acres Park Amphitheater 
7-9p
July 2: Robin Lacy & DeZydeco
July 9: Eight Days A Week
Bring your blanket or lawn chair, and join your friends, neighbors, and family for relaxing evenings of FREE concerts! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Line-up subject to change. Park district concessions will be available for purchase. For questionable weather, please call the Park Hotline (513) 357-6629 x1.

Findlay After Five, Findlay Market 
June 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Live music at Findlay Market on Friday Nights! See Facebook page for details!

Great Parks Summer Concert Series
July 4: Winton Woods Harbor Amphitheater, 7-9p
BandKamp: An eclectic blend of strong vocal harmonies, this local band performs well known classic rock tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s.
July 18: Winton Woods Harbor Amphitheater, 7-9p
The UC Community Band:The University of Cincinnati Community Band is a volunteer organization comprised of approximately 50 musicians of various ages and backgrounds, from high school level to retired musicians.
July 29: Glenwood Gardens Great Lawn, 6-9p
Hank Stephens Experience: You will love the sounds of this band full of jazz standards and smooth jazz favorites! Concert brought to Great Parks of Hamilton County in combination with the Village of Woodlawn Summer Music Series.

Glendale Summer Concerts on the Green, Harry Whiting Brown Community House 
6-9p
July 4: The Amador Sisters (Latin)
July 11: The Big Johnson Brothers and the Rhumba Girls (Rock/Blues)
July 18: Nicolas and the Pessimistics (Rock/Americana)
July 25: The Wilder (Americana)
Concerts are held at 6 PM every Saturday of June & July at the Peter J. Gruber Pavilion, rain or shine. We invite you to join us for these relaxing, family-friendly evenings. Limited concessions are available, and guests are also welcome to bring their own food, beverages, pets (if outside), and picnic gear. If it rains, the show is moved into our Scout House.

Tuesday Night Summer Concerts, Harrison Recreation Center 
7-9:30p
July 7: 90 Proof Twang
July 21: Naked Karate Girls
Food and Beverages available for purchase. Bring chairs and blankets. NO Coolers please!

Edgewood Annual Concert Series, Presidents Park 
7-9p
July 7: Florence Community Band
July 14: Six Pac
July 21: Robin Lacy & DeZydeco
July 28: The Turkeys
Bring a seat and enjoy free music! Noce’s Pizzeria and Kona Ice available for purchase.

Blue Ash Tuesday Night Concert Series, Nature Park Amphitheater 
7-9:30p
July 7: Blair Carmen and the Belleview Boys
July 14: The Klaberheads
July 21: UC Community Band
July 28: Runaway Sidecar
Bring your own seats! Concessions available for purchase.

Party on the Plaza, Anderson Center 
5:30-9:30p
July 9: What She Said
July 23: The Leroy Ellington Band
Party on the Plaza is the Eastside’s premier monthly concert series created and produced by the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Anderson Township. The event is designed to combine local businesses with a relaxing night of entertainment for area residents of all ages. Music starts at 6:00 p.m. and ends around 9:00 p.m. with the band taking one break. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy concessions from Kolache Factory, LaRosa’s, Orange Leaf Yogurt, The Sandbar, Village Pantry Catering and Wine World. In addition cold beer, wine and other refreshments will be available for purchase. There is no admission fee and all concessions are $4.00 or less!

Groovin’ on the Green Summer Concert Series, Village Green Park 
7p
July 9: Cold Smoke
July 16: Mojoflo
July 23: The SunBurners
July 30: The Dan Varner Band
Bring a seat and enjoy some live music!

Blue Ash Friday Night Concert Series, Blue Ash Towne Square 
8-10:30
July 10: Jamison Road
July 17: Stagger Lee
July 24: Second Wind
July 31: The Drysdales
Bring your own seats! Concessions available for purchase.

Concerts at Creekside, Boone Woods Park 
7-8:30p
July 11: Blue Chip City Big Band
July 25: Elvis Tribute, featuring Kavan & Third Degree Sideburn
Concerts held at the Creekside Stage. Don’t forget your chairs, blankets and refreshments! Rain site is the Boone County Public Library Main Branch.

Second Saturday Concert Series, Bellevue Beach Park 
July 11, 7-10p
Bring and lawn chair or blanket and join: Blue Honey – Americana, Blues and Country band from Nashville! Cruise in from 4-7pm and fireworks on the river will follow the concert.

Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Summer Series, Devou Park 
July 11, 7:30p
Concessions and restroom available. Bring seating, picnics welcome. TANK Shuttle transports from Covington Catholic High School, 1600 Dixie Highway, Park Hills, 6-7:30 p.m., $1 each way. Free limited parking. Free, $5 suggested donation

Miami Township’s Summer Concert Series, Community Park 
3-8:30p
July 12: BLUES & BBQ
The BITS Band • Diamond Jim Dews Band • Leroy Ellington Blues Band
*** Food Trucks (Ron’s BBQ / New Orleans to Go) & Craft Beer ***
July 26: ROCK ‘TIL YOU DROP
Eden Park Band • Vaughn & Company • Kelly Red & The Hammerheads
*** Food Trucks (Catch a Fire Pizza / Hungry Bros.) & Craft Beer ***
Bring the whole family and enjoy great music in the great outdoors! The Performance Pavilion at Community Park (5951 Buckwheat Rd • 45150) is the perfect setting.

Sounds of Summer Music Event, Crestview Hills Town Center 
June 12, 8-11p
Music by DV8.
Each month during the summer the City of Crestview Hills will be partnering with the Town Center to bring the public a free music event. Once per month in the Joseph Beth parking lot, there will be a FREE concert from 8pm-11pm. Bring lawn chairs for seating. For more information call 859-341-7373.

Summer Concert Series in the Courtyard, Hyde Park Health Center 
5-7p
July 2: Youth Open Mic Night featuring Jazpel infused Jazz & Gospel
July 16: Cincinnati Night featuring Jazz Pianist Jim Connerly
July 30: Folk & Bluegrass Night featuring the Comet Bluegrass Allstars
Live music, small bites, free parking and door prizes!

Summer Entertainment in the Amphitheater, Tower Park 
7p
July 1: Powerhouse Boogie Band
July 21: Florence Community Band
July 28: Ohio Valley Big Band
Concessions by Fort Thomas Pizza & Tavern.

Ault Park Summer Music Festival 
July 16, 6-10p
Featuring music from Soul Pocket and Cincinnati’s finest draft brews.

Cincinnati Civic Orchestra Summer Pops Series
7-9p
July 16: Parkside Christian Church
July 17: Colerain Park Amphitheatre
July 23: Tylersville Road Christian Church
“As American as Apple Pie, Greatest Works of Our Greatest Composers”
Features Oklahoma, The Sound of Music, Showboat and Ragtime from Broadway; celebrate America with Armed Forces Salute and Stars and Stripes Forever and ends with Beach Boys Medley.

Symmes Township Concert in the Park, Symmes Park Amphitheater 
July 19, 6:30-8p
Live music by Social Hermits.

 

Happy July!

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