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University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Administrative Suite 1320
234 Goodman Street
PO Box 670796
Cincinnati, OH 45219-0796

Mail Location: 0796
Phone: 513-584-1705
Email: Susan.Scholl@UCHealth.com

Social, Cultural, and Outdoor Opportunities in Cincinnati

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Attractions & Museums

Attractions

ArtWorks Mural Tours	Cincinnati is an awe-inspiring colorful art gallery. Walk through historic streets and explore our city’s impressive collection of downtown-area monumental murals.
BB Riverboats (in Newport, Kentucky)	BB Riverboats is the Official Riverboat Cruise Line of Cincinnati since 1979, offering premier sightseeing, dining, and private event cruises on the scenic Ohio River.
Carol Ann's Carousel	The carousel is an amazing work of art featuring original artwork by Jonathan Queen with panels depicting animal characters playing in one of the numerous Cincinnati parks.
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden	Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is dedicated to creating adventure, conveying knowledge, conserving nature, and serving the community.
Findlay Market	Historic Findlay Market connects farmers, producers, sellers and customers in a dynamic, diverse public marketplace.
Fountain Square District	Aside from the never-ending activity and events on the Square itself, you’ll find signature restaurants and bars surround all four sides.
Krohn Conservatory	The conservatory has many features in a style called Art Deco that was very popular in 1933.The railings in the front lobby feature pictures in the metal that is an art deco style.
Newport Aquarium (in Newport, Kentucky)	*SEA* thousands of the world’s most exotic aquatic creatures as you waddle with playful penguins, meet a rare white alligator, be surrounded by sharks and surprised by smiling stingrays.
Sawyer Point and Yeatman's Cove	Overlooking the majestic Ohio River, Sawyer Point is a landmark destination in Cincinnati.
Serpentine Wall (at Sawyer Point)	Seasonal flooding is normal in this park, the Serpentine Wall gets a wash almost every year, sometimes several times! You can occasionally observe the sheer power of water by seeing whole trees float by.
UC Health Ice Rink (at Fountain Square District)	The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third Bank is an outdoor ice rink that takes over Fountain Square from November through February. Rink amenities include 600 pairs of rental skates, the WGU Warming Tent, a full-service concessions tent with hot and cold snacks, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, on-site parking, and restrooms.

Museums

Cincinnati Fire Museum	The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that Cincinnati has made to the firefighting profession.
Cincinnati Museum Center (at Union Terminal)	Cincinnati Museum Center will be known for its commitment to understanding the richness of our past, present and future by providing world-class learning experiences for children and adults.
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center	Rooted in the stories of the Underground Railroad, we illuminate the true meaning of inclusive freedom by presenting permanent and special exhibits that inspire, public programming that provoke dialogue and action, and educational resources that equip modern abolitionists.
Union Terminal	One of the last great American train stations built, Union Terminal is a Cincinnati icon and one of the most widely regarded examples of the art deco style.

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Live Music Venues, Events, & Festivals

Events

Art After Dark	Discover art together during our second annual event in partnership with ArtsWave Pride! Enjoy music ; short film screenings; LGBTQ+ related scavenger hunts; docent-led tours of the collection; goods and books for sale, food; cash bars and more!
Art in the Park (in Bellevue, Kentucky)	Join Bellevue Art in the Park for fine art and craft show.
Art on Vine	A Monthly Local Fine Art and hand made good Market Featuring Over 80+ Artists and Makers from Ohio and Beyond.
Asianati Night Market (at BLINK Cincinnati)	Experience the vibrant tastes, sounds, and smells of Asia’s night markets over four unforgettable nights. Enjoy a variety of Asian cuisine, entertainment, games, and activities under the enchanting glow of colorful lantern lights and captivating art installations.
Second Sunday on Main (SSOM)	SSOM is a monthly neighborhood street festival in Cincinnati's historic Over-The-Rhine neighborhood.
The City Flea	The City Flea is Cincinnati's original curated, urban flea market that takes place once a month at Washington Park and various other locations through out the year.

Festivals

Asian Food Fest	This 2-day food extravaganza celebrating Asian culture and cuisine attracts nearly 100,000 attendees and is one of the Cincinnati region’s fastest growing and most culturally diverse events.
BLINK Cincinnati	From its first event in 2017, BLINK’s founding team sought to nurture a sense of community and connection through public art. They came together, a collection of creatives, entrepreneurs, local artists, art enthusiasts and arts supporters, wanting to show Cincinnati what a future city could be – through an unforgettable art experience.
Bockfest	Bockfest® is Cincinnati’s annual celebration of Spring, Over-the-Rhine's brewing heritage, and Bock Beer.
Cincinnati Celtic Festival	The Guinness Cincinnati Celtic Festival presented by Red Leprechaun year directly in front of the Great American Ballpark on Freedom Way.
Cincinnati Fringe Festival	A 14-day celebration of theatre, art, music, film, dance, and everything between — it’s Cincinnati’s Summer Theatre Party! Heading into our 21st year, Cincy Fringe (as it’s succinctly known) presents over 170 performances of 35+ theatre productions each May and June, plus art galleries, screenings, concerts, workshops, classes, and nightly parties.
Cincinnati International Wine Festival	The Cincinnati International Wine Festival was founded in 1991 by industry legend and wine enthusiast Russ Wiles, President of Heidelberg Distributing. It was his vision to create an event to bring thousands of people together through the wondrous world of wine with the proceeds benefiting local non-profits.
Cincinnati Music Festival	From its launch in 1962 as a premier jazz festival, the Cincinnati Music Festival has grown into an annual three-day event featuring R&B, pop, jazz, soul and hip-hop artists.
Cincinnati Pride Festival	The purpose of Cincinnati Pride is to provide the Greater Cincinnati LGBTQIA+ community and our allies a forum that promotes inclusion and acceptance while affirming individuality. We work to produce programs that inspire, educate, and commemorate our rich history, while also celebrating our diverse culture.
Cincy Beerfest \| Cleveland Beerfest	Explore over 150 craft brews from local breweries and beyond, alongside exciting new offerings from craft wineries and distilleries. With two sessions to choose from— Saturday day and Saturday evening — you’ll have the perfect opportunity to sip, savor and sample delicious bites from the on-site food booths.
Goettafest (Glier's Goettafest)	What is the only thing better than a full weekend of delicious Glier's Goetta, Live Music, and Family Fun? Two full weekends of delicious Glier's Goetta, Live Music, and Family Fun! 8 days of GOETTAFEST!
Italian Festival (in Newport, Kentucky)
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati	First held in 1976, the nation’s largest Oktoberfest grew even bigger as a record 818,532 attendees celebrate the rich German heritage of Southwest Ohio.
PNC Festival of Lights (at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden)	In addition to admiring the beauty of 5 million LED lights, visitors can find the 5 Fiona fairies in Fairyland, take in a blacklight puppet show, marvel at the spectacular Wild Lights on Swan Lake, or snack at one of our seasonal concessions.
Ohio Renaissance Festival (in Waynesville, Ohio)	Immerse yourself in a world of lively shows, tantalizing food & drink, and unique shops that transport you back in time to the days of knights and queens.
Taste of Cincinnati	Come experience the new as well as the tried and true foods that make our region great. Stay for the entertainment and to mingle with friends and family. You won’t want to miss it!

Large Music Venues

Bogart's	Bogart's is a music venue located in the Corryville neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio, near the University of Cincinnati, across Vine Street from the former Sudsy Malone's Rock 'n Roll Laundry & Bar.
Heritage Bank Center	Heritage Bank Center is an indoor arena in downtown Cincinnati, adjacent to Great American Ball Park. It was completed in September 1975 and named Riverfront Coliseum because of its placement next to Riverfront Stadium.
MegaCorp Pavilion (in Newport, Kentucky)	Whether indoor or out, the venue offers unparalleled viewable intimacy. Acoustically, it's designed to capture and translate the truest experience possible. Structurally, it's divided into three independent concert spaces: indoor music hall, indoor club, and an outdoor amphitheater.
Riverbend Music Center \| PNC Pavillion	Riverbend Music Center is an outdoor amphitheater located in Cincinnati, Ohio, along the banks of the Ohio River. It has a capacity of 20,500 and was built for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, to allow them to play in an outdoor venue during the summer months.
The Andrew J. Brady Music Center	The Andrew J. Brady Music Center is a music venue in Cincinnati, Ohio, located in The Banks neighborhood on the Ohio River. The venue opened in July 2021. The year-round facility includes an outdoor stage for concerts and festivals in the park adjacent to the venue.

Small Music Venues

Ludlow Garage	Your neighborhood gastropub is a true Cincinnati icon where world-class musicians have been coming to play for decades. Come and experience what makes the Ludlow Garage a true Cincinnati staple with the restaurant and music community.
Madison Theater \| Madison Live! (in Covington, Kentucky)	Restored old-time movie house known for hosting headliner rock-music acts & other events.
Molly Malone's (in Covington, Kentucky)	Molly Malone’s is an authentic Irish owned and operated restaurant & pub located at the foot of the Roebling bridge in Roebling Point, Covington, KY, across the river from Paul Brown stadium & the Great American Ball Park of Cincinnati.
MOTR Pub	MOTR Pub is located in the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. MOTR is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat and enjoy some live music! We consistently host the best local, regional, national and international bands on a professional stage with top of the line production.
Northside Tavern	A Cincinnati staple featuring free, original, live music almost every night, local craft brews on tap, and a year-round outdoor patio!
Northside Yacht Club	Relax and unwind at an outdoor bar in Cincinnati. Enjoy live music, delicious drinks, and a dog-friendly atmosphere.
Pandemonium (in Covington, Kentucky)
Southgate Revival House (in Newport, Kentucky)	Live music and historic events venue with full bar service and entertainment nightly, featuring regional and international artists.
The Comet	A rough-&-ready hang doling out basic Mexican eats & offering a pool table & frequent live music.
The Mockbee	Multi-level event space with a bar, lounge area, and tunnel room for dancing.

Parks & Recreation

Parks/Facilities

Ault Park	Ault Park is one of Southwest Ohio’s regional parks, located in the neighborhood of Mt. Lookout, it provides picnic facilities, nature trails, children’s play areas, and lookout points to view the majestic Ohio River.
Burnet Woods & Trailside Nature Center	This 90-acre park near the University of Cincinnati, in Clifton, sports hiking trails, a fishing lake, a historic bandstand, playgrounds, shelters, picnic areas, and a disc golf course.
Eden Park	Eden Park is nestled between East Walnut Hills and Mt. Adams and is home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and the Krohn Conservatory, making Eden Park one of the most popular parks in Cincinnati.
Hyde Park Square	Hyde Park Square is a small sitting park that is located in the center of Hyde Park, a vibrant urban square that features eclectic shops and eateries.
Mt. Airy Forest	Located between Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest is the largest Cincinnati Park, with 1,459 acres that include miles of hiking trails and multi-use mountain biking trails.
Mt. Echo Park	This magnificent park’s 84 acres include steep wooded hillsides, hiking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a unique historic reservable picnic shelter.
Sawyer Point and Yeatman's Cove	Overlooking the majestic Ohio River, Sawyer Point is a landmark destination in Cincinnati.
Smale Riverfront Park	Smale Park is a wonderful location to view the Ohio river and bustling river traffic, a place to gather and celebrate as a community, and an open space to help one be inspired.
Washington Park	The newly renovated and expanded Washington Park is an important civic space in the heart of Cincinnati that has evolved over the last 150 years to accommodate the needs and aspirations of the community.
Ziegler Park	Ziegler Park is a joint effort between Cincinnati Parks, Cincinnati Recreation Commisson, and 3CDC. The park features a playground, lawn area, pool, basketball courts, and games.

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Performing & Visual Arts

Music

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra	Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is catalyzed by systemic injustice and inequality perpetuated by individuals and institutions.
Cincinnati Opera	Whether you’re a lifelong opera lover or discovering it for the first time, we invite you to explore the rich history and dynamic future of Cincinnati Opera.
Music Hall	The iconic arts venue is home to the Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and May Festival.

Visual Art

Cincinnati Art Museum	The Cincinnati Art Museum features a diverse, encyclopedic art collection of more than 73,000 works spanning 6,000 years.
Contemporary Arts Center	The Contemporary Arts Center brings art and the creative process to all people through exhibitions, performances, and experiences that open minds.
DAAP Galleries	The DAAP Galleries at the University of Cincinnati are intended to present exhibitions to the university population as well as the region’s general public with the goal of providing a setting that will promote the open exchange of ideas and concepts using a variety of visual practices.
Taft Museum of Art	The Taft Museum of Art is recognized nationally as a museum leader that passionately engages people with the arts as envisioned generations ago.

Theatre/Musical Theatre

Aronoff Center for the Arts	The Aronoff is home to numerous resident companies including Broadway in Cincinnati presented by TriHealth, Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Music Theatre, Cincinnati Playwrights Initiative, Contemporary Dance Theater, Exhale Dance Tribe, Mutual Dance Theatre, and Revolution Dance Theatre.
Cincinnati Ballet	To enrich, expand, and excel in the art of dance through world-class performance, a high-caliber academy, and impactful education and engagement from local to global communities.
Cincinnati Music Theatre	One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, CMT is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-winning musicals to enthusiastic audiences from across the Greater Cincinnati area.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park	We are Cincinnati's national theatre – committed to bringing diverse, engaging works of great artistry to our community and to putting Cincinnati's artistic excellence in the national spotlight.
Taft Theatre	Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the Taft Theatre hosts the very best in live music, comedy & theatre events!

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Cincinnati, OH 45267-0769

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