Events and things to do in Cincinnati

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Friday Playdates
10am-12pm

Friday Playdates

Join us for playdates every Friday morning,10am to noon! A variety of toys will be available for your...

Family Storytime
10:30-11am

Family Storytime

The whole family is welcome to Family Storytime at the Downtown Main Library! Every Friday from 10:30-11:00a.m., Youth Librarian- Korinne will...
Chess Club
11am-12:30pm

Chess Club

All ages and skill levels are welcome to come learn and play chess together! Connect with your community and hone your chess skills. An...
Voices Unleashed with Arts Equity Collective
1-2pm

Voices Unleashed with Arts Equity Collective

Arts Equity Collective teaching artists create safe spaces, promote expression, and empower youth...
Science Fun with Thermo Fisher!
2-3pm

Science Fun with Thermo Fisher!

Join us for kid-friendly, hands-on science experiments! Presented by Thermo Fisher Scientific. No registration required...
Activity to Celebrate 250 Years of American History
4-5pm

Activity to Celebrate 250 Years of American History

Drop in the third Friday of every month to celebrate America 250- Ohio! We’ll have activities for kids, teens, and families related to each...
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
4-5:30pm

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

Race your friends to the finish line as we compete head to head until only one is left standing!..
Out Loud Book Club
4:30-5pm

Out Loud Book Club

Children of all ages can build literacy skills simply by listening to a novel out loud. Join the group to listen in, or join us taking turns...
250 Years of Wacky American History! Trivia Night
6-8pm

250 Years of Wacky American History! Trivia Night

Join us for an evening of the wacky, weird and trivial side of American History!..
Pride Night at the Cincinnati Zoo - July 17, 2026
6-9pm

Pride Night at the Cincinnati Zoo - July 17, 2026

Get your tickets now for Pride Night at the Cincinnati Zoo on Friday, July 17! Cincinnati Pride will take over the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical...
Sensory Open House for Families with Special Needs
6:30-8pm

Sensory Open House for Families with Special Needs

Join us for an after-hours, open-house event for families with special needs. Explore various stations with crafts, games, and more. Music from...
Board Game Buddies
7-9pm

Board Game Buddies

Come join a fun, in person hangout with friends, both old and new! All are welcome! Whether you are a strategy master or just in it for laughs,...