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Published September 24Factory 52 to host fall festival with games, rides, more
Factory 52’s House of Cards Carnivale is back for its second year, transforming the area into a classic carnival full of rides, games and more. The carnival, which has a playing card theme to match the building’s status as the former home of the US Playing Card Company, runs from…
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Published September 2410 things to do in Cincinnati this weekend (Sep 25 – 27)
It’s the first weekend of fall, which means it’s time to get outside, put on a sweater and grab a pumpkin spice latte. Just kidding. Here’s ten things to do in the Queen City this weekend. If you’re looking for even more to do on every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events…
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Published September 22Northside Farmers Market to host fundraising dinner featuring Wildweed, Mochiko alums
The annual fundraising dinner at the Northside Farmers Market is bringing some serious local star power this time around. At this year’s dinner, Cincinnati chefs David Jackman (of Wildweed), Noah Vasquez (of Cafe Mochiko) and Kymberly Wilbon (The Passion Plate) will be cooking…
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Published September 21What you need to know about Cincinnati Restaurant Week
This week, thousands of Cincinnatians will be enjoying a cheap lunch or dinner when the annual Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week begins again today. From Sept. 21 to 27, more than 50 restaurants in the Cincinnati area will offer brand new items or heavily discounted menu…
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Published September 21Photos: Oktoberfest Zinzinnati 2026
The annual Oktoberfest celebration took place over the weekend in Sawyer Point Park and Yeatman’s Cove, celebrating 50 years. The hot weather did little to stop people from coming out to enjoy the food and festivities (and beer, of course!) of the nation’s largest Oktoberfest…
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Published September 21Findlay Market’s Fall Food Fest is back with 35+ spots to try
One of Findlay Market’s most popular events returns next week to kick off the beginning of fall. At the market’s Fall Food Fest, guests can sample various fall dishes from more than 35 Findlay Market businesses. While there, attendees can enjoy live music, family-friendly…
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Published September 1610 things to do in Zinzinnati this weekend (Sep 18 – 20)
Sure, Oktoberfest is dominating the headlines this weekend. But there’s plenty to do all over the city, whether you’re yelling ‘Prost!’ or keeping cool indoors. If you’re looking for even more to do on every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events calendar. Oktoberfest…
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Published September 15Behind the scenes at Oktoberfest, and what you can expect this weekend
As I scoured around the waterfront at Sawyer Point for today’s Oktoberfest media preview, I grew frustrated with myself. They said there’s a two-story tower around here, so why can’t I find it? I thought. Then I rounded the corner near the pickleball courts, passed the…
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Published September 15National touring Asian culture fest stops in Cincinnati for first time
Panda Fest, one of the world’s largest outdoor Asian food and culture festivals, is making a stop in Cincinnati for the first time. The inaugural Cincinnati festival is expected to feature more than 90 food vendors serving 200+ Asian street food offerings, 30+ merchandise…
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Published September 14Asianati’s ‘Night Market’ returns to BLINK
One of BLINK’s most popular attractions is returning to the festival once again. Asianati’s “Night Market,” which showcases Asian food vendors, cultural entertainment, local makers, art installations and family-friendly activities, will begin Oct. 8 and run nightly throughout the…
May the best chili win . . .
CrossRoads Church’s annual Chili Cook-Off coming up Saturday, Sept. 26 Submitted Do you make the best chili in Hamilton County? Then enter Wild, Wild Westfield’s Premier Chili Cook-Off taking place from...
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Published September 129 places to pick pumpkins, pretend it’s finally sweater weather
There’s a brief stretch every year when Greater Cincinnati collectively decides it’s time to get lost in a corn maze and spend an unreasonable amount of time choosing the perfect pumpkin. Luckily, there are plenty of places around Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky to lean into…