The Top 10 Cincinnati Events to Experience in 2025 | Cincinnati Events Guide
Sarah Jaekle
The Top 10 Cincinnati Events to Experience in 2025 | Cincinnati Events Guide
Hot take: Cincinnati throws the best parties in the Midwest. And 2025 proves it. From four-legged holiday parades to epic fireworks and world-class music, the Queen City is absolutely stacked with unforgettable events this year. Here are ten must-see celebrations that should be marked in red on your calendar.
10. Cincinnati Reindog Parade
Held every second Saturday in December, the Reindog Parade in Mount Adams is pure holiday magic. Picture this: hundreds of pups dressed as Santa's reindeer, elves, snowmen, and even Grinch impersonators trotting through the cobblestone charm of historic Mount Adams. Now in its 34th year, the event isn't just for pet parents—families, couples, and festive spectators gather for caroling, twinkling lights, and a chance to snag some holiday bites from local vendors.
Pro Tip: After the parade, grab a seat at El Barril and indulge in their legendary steak burrito. It’s the unofficial post-Reindog Parade tradition.
9. Danger Wheel
Tricycles. Downhill. Full-grown adults. Add in hay bales, water balloons, and Elvis costumes, and you have Danger Wheel, one of the most outrageous events Cincinnati has to offer. Hosted in the Pendleton neighborhood every July, this adrenaline-fueled downhill race doubles as a fundraiser for local beautification projects.
It’s bizarre. It’s bold. It’s an absolute blast.
8. Northside Fourth of July Parade
If traditional flag-waving parades aren’t your thing, Northside’s Independence Day bash might just win your heart. Known for its flamboyant floats, eclectic costumes, and local flair, the Northside Fourth of July Parade is Cincinnati’s most colorful celebration.
Expect two hours of marching bands, neighborhood pride, and pure chaos—followed by impromptu block parties and backyard barbecues. It’s unfiltered, inclusive, and unmistakably Cincinnati.
7. Cincinnati Music Lineup
This year, Cincinnati goes full volume.
From emo throwbacks to country superstars and hip-hop legends, 2025 is sounding good.
Avril Lavigne returns to Riverbend with Simple Plan and We the Kings.
Voices of America Country Fest features Darius Rucker, Hardy, and Bailey Zimmerman.
Cincinnati Music Festival brings R&B, soul, and hip-hop icons to Paycor Stadium.
Throw in free Fountain Square concerts and local showcases at Woodward Theater, and your summer playlist will thank you.
6. Taste of Cincinnati
For more than four decades, Taste of Cincinnati has transformed downtown into a culinary playground every Memorial Day weekend. With over 40 food trucks and restaurants taking over Fifth Street, your biggest problem will be deciding where to start.
Fan favorites include:
Bow buns from Pateroha
Grater's ice cream
Skyline chili (naturally)
Pro Tip: Go with friends and divide-and-conquer the menu. Or bring stretchy pants and call it self-care.
5. Cincinnati Open
One of the oldest tennis tournaments in the world, the Cincinnati Open expands in 2025 to a 12-day dual-gender event as part of the ATP Tour Masters 1000 and WTA 1000. That means more stars, more matches, and more lemonade (which, rumor has it, is elite).
Held in Mason, this premier tennis experience brings the world’s best to the Queen City—just in time to warm up for the U.S. Open.
4. Riverfest & WEBN Fireworks
Labor Day weekend in Cincinnati means one thing: Riverfest. This all-day party spans both Ohio and Kentucky riverbanks with food trucks, music, and games. But it’s the grand finale that steals the show—a 30-minute, musically synchronized fireworks extravaganza launched over the Ohio River.
Pro Tip: Arrive early. Like sunrise early. Best spots fill fast, and you don’t want to end up stuck behind a tree or (gasp!) on the wrong side of the river.
3. Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
Did you know Cincinnati hosts the largest Oktoberfest in the U.S.? Over 500,000 people descend on downtown for a three-day celebration of bratwurst, beer, and Bavarian vibes.
There’s pretzels bigger than your head, schnitzel for days, and enough beer steins to start a collection. Not to mention, the record-setting chicken dance performance that has become a beloved, quirky tradition.
Pro Tip: Carb-load early, and keep your elbows up. Chicken dancing is serious business.
2. Flying Pig Marathon Weekend
More than a race, the Flying Pig is a full-blown citywide celebration. Voted the best marathon in the country, the event spans an entire weekend with races for every age and skill level—from toddlers in the Diaper Dash to elite runners chasing a PR.
Whether you're running or spectating, the energy is contagious. Set up camp along the route with a coffee, cheer your heart out, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
1. Cincinnati Reds Opening Day
If you’re new to Cincinnati, Opening Day might catch you off guard. But make no mistake—this is a full-fledged, city-sanctioned holiday. It begins with the Reds Opening Day Parade, a rite of passage packed with mascots, local legends, and national celebrities.
Then comes the party. The Banks turns into a sea of red and white with beer gardens, food trucks, and live music. Even if baseball isn’t your thing, you’ll want to be there for the vibe.
Pro Tip: Take the day off work. Everyone else will.
Cincinnati knows how to celebrate. Whether you're a foodie, a music lover, a sports fanatic, or just looking for something wild and unexpected, 2025 is your year to dive into the Queen City's most iconic events.
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