The days are growing shorter, and the hummingbirds are heading south, so fall is on the way despite the persistent 90s. Our cultural organizations have already got their seasons in full gear. Up this week: a festival of films, new ballet works, a Tuesday chamber music showdown … and the chicken dance. Prost!
The exhibition features 28 black-and-white photographs by the late Matt Herron documenting the 1965 Selma to Montgomery march.
You might not believe it with our chilly nights lately, but summer officially arrives Sunday. Around these parts, that means more than grilling and baseball: It means cultural celebrations (i.e., food), jazz galore and opera. Wrap your seven veils and pick a night on the town from our handy list.
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will transform Freedom Way into a jubilant celebration of true independence on Friday, June 19. From a morning walk that brings the community together to a special appearance by cast members of Disney’s “The Lion King,” the third annual Juneteenth Jubilee offers something for everyone.
Many of our favorite groups conclude their seasons in the next few days. From Grateful Dead to Beethoven, there is plenty of music on tap. Our rich jazz scene holds its own and you can experience a “walking concert.” There’s not quite 525,600 minutes of culture, this week, but surely spring is the season of love.
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will host five dynamic programs throughout February 2026 in honor of Black History Month, featuring thought-provoking speakers, film screenings, a performance showcase and an interactive workshop. All programs are included with museum admission and are open to the public.
Linton Chamber Music and the CSO host works of Pulitzer Prize winners in an exciting week of diversity and thought. Martin Luther King Jr. takes his rightful place in Our Fair City, while Mother Nature is a contender for our attention. New perspectives on famous novels and some gypsy jazz complete your to-do list.
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will honor the legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 19, 2026, through a variety of programming that offers community and connection.
The Freedom Center’s participation in the festival honors the Ohio River’s role in the nation’s fight for freedom.
As the stunning shades of fall are incredibly varied and textured, so goes our cultural life. From neon to Sinatra to East Asian art and everything in between, the choices are bountiful. Expose yourself to film, world-class lecturers and our own Cincinnati Pops in this burst of activity.
