Free Weekend Fun in Cincinnati

Check back every week to discover the upcoming weekend’s free family fun happening in Cincinnati and NKY! There is always something free and fun happening around the tri-state 🙂

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

BOCKFEST
Celebrate spring in Cincinnati, and Over-the-Rhine’s brewing heritage. There will be a parade, live music, and tons of fun entertainment at the Bockfest Halls! Moerlein Lager House, Northern Row Brewery & Distillery, Rhinegeist Brewery, Rosedale OTR and Arnold’s Bar and Grill, March 6-8. 

FRIDAY PLAYDATES
Ages 1-6 years old can enjoy a variety of toys and time with friends to develop social emotional skills. Delhi Township, 10 a.m.-noon

STORYTIME ON THE FARM
10:30-11:15 a.m. @ Winton Woods
Head a story, play a game, make a craft and more during this weekly storytime.
A valid vehicle permit is required for park entry.

FAMILY STORYTIME
10:30-11 a.m. @ Downtown Main Library
Join in on this weekly library time featuring puppets, songs, and stories.

SWITCH GAMES
3-5 p.m. @ Price Hill Branch
4-5 p.m. @ Covedale Branch
Afterschool, kids can gather and play some Smash Bros or Mario Kart with friends.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21

SIGNS OF SPRING 
Enjoy a 1.5 mile hike along the Gorge Trail. Sharon Woods, 9-10 a.m. Free

KNEE HIGH NATURALISTS
Preschoolers ages 3-5 can explore nature through stories, crafts, and outdoor adventures during this hands-on park program. Shor Park, 10-11 a.m. Free. 

AUDREE’S ART CLASS: YOUTH-FOCUSED EXPRESSION
This “Art and Mindfulness” workshop encourages youth ages 10-16 to explore emotions and self-expression through hands-on art projects in a supportive setting. Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 

EARLY CHILDHOOD FAIR

Families can explore preschool resources, enrichment programs, live animal experiences, and free developmental screenings for young children at this community event. Boone County Public Library – Main Library, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. 

LEGO Fun at the Library
10:30-11:30 AM @ Loveland Branch
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. @ North Central Branch
2-3:30 p.m. @ Green Township
Build some fun brick memories at the library nearest to you!

 

SATURDAY MORNING CARTOONS
11 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Winterhaus, Fountain Square
Grab the kids and relive the magic of Saturday morning at Winterhaus. Cartoons will be playing on the TVs for a cozy, low-key morning.

CAM KIDS DAY
This full day of art-making encourages children to create art, go on an art scavenger hunt, and more. Cincinnati Art Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 

CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
This 4th annual festival features visits with the Easter Bunny, a candy hunt, character visits, lazer tag, a mini golf course, carnival games, family resources, and so much more. Mason Elementary School, noon-3 p.m. Free-$14. 

NATURE PROGRAM: BACKYARD STARGAZING
Learn how to identify stars and constellations during this beginner-friendly night sky program. Fairfield Community Arts Center, 7-8 p.m. Free. 

CLASSICAL HEROES
The Butler Philharmonic presents an evening of powerful orchestral works celebrating classical music’s greatest heroes. Butler Philharmonic, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $10-25, Free for ages 5 and younger. 

SUNDAY, MARCH 8

SUNDAES WITH SHAUNA
Connect with CPS Superintendent Shauna Murphy to ask questions and share ideas in this open community conversation. Roberts Academy, noon-1 p.m. 

RECREATE WITH RACHAEL JORDAN
Meet a local artist and create an original work of art during this free, drop-in creative session. Cincinnati Art Museum, 1 p.m. Free. 

FC CINCINNATI PREMATCH IN THE PARK 
Get ready for the big game at TQL with some live music, fun vendors, food trucks, and the inflatable FCC slide. Washington Park, 3:30-6 p.m. Free.