Cincy A&E Calendar
Events for August 2026
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Thu, Sep 10 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Sep 11 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Sep 12 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Sep 13 @ 2:00 pm
Thu, Sep 17 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Sep 18 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Sep 19 @ 2:00 pm
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Fri, Sep 11 @ 6:00 pm
BLAIR SOCCI presented by Commonwealth Comedy Club
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Fri, Sep 11 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Sep 11 @ 9:45 pm
Sat, Sep 12 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Sep 12 @ 9:45 pm
Grass Roots - A Story that Speaks to the Heart
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Fri, Sep 11 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Sep 12 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, Sep 12 @ 7:00 pm
Sep 10, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
Mariemont Players Inc. Presents: Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring
Presented by Mariemont Players, Inc. at Mariemont Players Inc Cincinnati , OH
Kick off our landmark 90th season with Joseph Kesselring's beloved dark comedy, Arsenic and Old Lace! This classic farce follows the charmingly eccentric Brewster family, whose sweet hospitality hides a shockingly deadly secret. When drama critic Mortimer Brewster uncovers the truth about his beloved aunts, utter chaos ensues. Add in a delusional brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, a menacing criminal lookalike, and a deeply confused plastic surgeon, and hilarity quickly erupts. Doors slam, misunderstandings multiply at a dizzying pace, and the mayhem escalates into a masterclass in comic timing and theatrical absurdity. Fast-paced, delightfully macabre, and packed with a perfect blend of wit, romance, and outrageous comedy, this timeless favorite never loses its bite. Join us for a night of unforgettable laughs as we celebrate 90 years of theatrical tradition! This project is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the annual ArtsWave Campaign, the Cincinnati region’s primary source for arts funding. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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Sep 11, 2026
$uicideboy$ - Grey Day 2026
Presented by Riverbend Music Center at Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati, OH
New Orleans duo $uicideboy$ have officially announced their annual Grey Day Tour 2026. The massive 33-date arena and amphitheatre tour has become one of the most successful rap tours in the country year after year. Kicking off in August, the tour will make a return to Cincinnati, OH at Riverbend Music Center on Friday, September 11. The powerhouse cousins and global leaders in independent rap will bring an electrifying mix of talent including Destroy Lonely, Shakewell, DRAIN, Black Kray and $lim Gucci. Grey Day Tour 2026 follows a historic 2025 marked by the release of their album Thy Kingdom Come, which earned the duo their highest charting debut to date at #4 on the Billboard 200 and their fourth #1 on both the Hip-Hop/Rap and Independent Albums charts. They followed this success with the surprise Christmas Eve album, Thy Will Be Done. Collectively, these releases fueled a massive year that positioned $uicideboy$ as one of only two independent artists to land on Spotify’s RapCaviar Top 10 Most Streamed Rappers of 2025. The Grey Day Tour ranked among the Top 5 most successful rap tours according to Billboard Boxscore for the past three years. In 2025, it was the #4 highest-grossing hip-hop tour, trailing only Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s Grand National Tour, Tyler the Creator’s Chromakopia Tour and Nelly’s Where The Party At Tour. ABOUT $UICIDEBOY$ $uicideboy$ are one of the most successful independent rap acts of all time. The New Orleans-bred duo of cousins—Scott Arceneaux, Jr. a.k.a. $crim and Aristos…
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Sep 11, 2026
Gladys Knight
Presented by Taft Theatre at Taft Theatre Cincinnati, OH
The Empress of Soul Gladys Knight announced her return to Cincinnati, OH for a performance at Taft Theatre on Friday, September 11. ABOUT GLADYS KNIGHT The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Very few singers over the last sixty years have matched her unassailable artistry. This seven-time GRAMMY Award winner has enjoyed #1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B, and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television, and live performance. All told, Knight has recorded more than 38 albums over the years, including four solo albums: “Good Woman” (1991); “Just for You” (1994); the inspirational “Many Different Roads” (1999); and “At Last” (2001). “At Last” showed the world that she still has what it takes to record a hit album, employing the talents of contemporary producers like Randy Jackson. Knight has continued to spread her acting wings, making a guest star appearance in the FOX hit show “Star” and appearing in the film “Almost Christmas” in 2016, both which were produced and directed by Lee Daniels. She appeared on ABC’s 14th season of “Dancing With The Stars” in 2012. In 2019, she competed on the inaugural season of “The Masked Singer” and sang the National Anthem at Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta. Knight sang the National Anthem on yet another major sports stage at the 2021 NBA All-Star Game. This past 2022 holiday season she starred in “I’m Glad It’s Christmas” on Great American Family and received the 45th Kennedy Center Honors for…
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Sep 11, 2026
Music Under the Moon
Presented by Cincinnati Nature Center-Online event at Cincinnati Nature Center Milford, OH
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Sep 11, 2026
Helado Negro
Presented by Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society at Memorial Hall OTR Cincinnati, OH
Helado Negro is the project of Roberto Carlos Lange, a producer and singer-songwriter celebrated for crafting compassionate, atmospheric, and experimental pop music. Across his work, Lange has built a reputation for weaving together deeply personal reflections with broader meditations on the world around him, often balancing themes of vulnerability, hope, and uncertainty with an ever-present sense of curiosity. His new EP, The Last Sound On Earth (Big Dada, out November 7), reflects on despair, hope, and inspiration against the backdrop of a planet in crisis. Initially inspired by the question, “What will the last sound I hear before I die be?”, Lange channels frenetic electronics, distortion, and echo into songs that capture feelings of dread, but also the possibility of renewal. Lead single “More,” accompanied by a video from filmmaker Annapurna Kumar, explores the paradox of hyperconnection and loneliness, while other tracks confront power structures (“Sender Receiver”), protection and cynicism (“Protector”), and the balance between nothingness and possibility (“Zenith”). Despite the heavy themes, movement and joy remain central to Lange’s practice. Performing live, he transforms grief and tension into something freeing, asking, “How can I dance to this grief?” The result is music that never shies away from complexity, but ultimately searches for release and connection. As Lange frames it himself: “What is the last sound on earth? The last sound is love… that’s the sound I hope to hear.” With The Last Sound On Earth, Helado Negro opens a new chapter, offering listeners music that resonates on both intimate and universal scales—a reminder that even in moments…
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Sep 11, 2026
Taj Farrant
Presented by Ludlow Garage Cincinnati at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH
Taj Farrant is an Australian guitarist and musician known for his remarkable talent at a young age. He gained recognition through social media platforms, particularly for his impressive guitar covers and original compositions. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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Culture Meets Elegance - I'm From Jamaica, Ohio! (DJ YMS Earthday!)
Presented by The Woodward Theater at (see event details)
Join us in the heart of Over-the-Rhine at the historic Woodward Theater for an elegant, high-energy celebration of culture, music, and community marking DJ YMS's Earthday! This premier event blends cultural roots with high-end elegance, offering an unmatched nightlife experience. Experience a vibrant night where Culture meets Elegance! Dress Code - Runway Chic - Met Gala Flare - Red Carpet Stare On Friday, Sept. 11th At the Woodward Theater Come ready to represent, celebrate, and elevate. Featured Entertainment Lineup: YMS & The Galactic Crew Jah Cutchie The Luv Locz DJ Tizieb DJ Abiyah Selecta Stylz Gad DJ Zaga Admission Details: Ticket Link: https://www.woodwardtheater.com/shows/im-jamaica-ohio Inclusions: Admission includes access to a specially curated, Authentic Jamaican Cuisine - Live Performances - Gifts and Keepsakes - And lots more Doors Open: 6:00 PM | Showtime: 7:00 PM This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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Sep 11, 2026
Pop-Up Play
Presented by Ziegler Park at Ziegler Park Cincinnati, OH
Add a bit of creative fun to your day at Pop Up Play! Join us and some of our friends from the community on Fridays for games, adventures, craft projects, and more! Here’s who we’re getting crafty with each week: May 1 | Skool Aid May 8 | Skool Aid May 15 | Indigo Hippo May 22 | Black Art Speaks May 29 | TBD June 5 | Girls Can Hoop June 12 | Girls Can Hoop June 19 | Girls Can Hoop June 26 | Girls Can Hoop July 3 | TBD July 10 | TBD July 17 | Indigo Hippo July 24 | TBD July 31 | Abrakadoodle August 7 | TBD August 14 | Pones August 21 | Indigo Hippo August 28 | Dino Buddies September 4 | Cincinnati Public Library September 11 | TBD September 18 | Indigo Hippo September 25 | Pones October 2 | TBD Thank you to our Pop-Up Play sponsors, Urban Sites, Hubert Family Foundation, and P&G. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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BLAIR SOCCI presented by Commonwealth Comedy Club
Presented by Commonwealth Comedy Club at Commonwealth Comedy Club Dayton, KY
BLAIR SOCCI is a Los Angeles-based comedian whom you may have seen on After Midnight, The Late Late Show with James Corden, MTV, Comedy Central, NBC, TruTV, E!, and Adult Swim. She was recently named one of Variety’s Top Ten Comics to Watch in 2022. Blair was also named one of Vulture’s “20 Comedians You Should Know in 2020.” Additionally, she was a breakout “New Face” at the prestigious 2017 Just For Laughs Festival. Blair was also the co-host of The Trevor Moore Show on Comedy Central and has been seen on Netflix’s Q Force, Comedy Central’s Fairview, Adult Swim’s Hot Future, Good Morning Pickles! on FXX’s Cake, and in the Aqua Teen Hunger Force movie. She is a paid regular at The World Famous Comedy Store and has toured with Ron Funches and Anthony Jeselnik and Marc Maron. Catch her on Bob’s Burgers and in the Audible series, Ghostwriter, in 2024. Her debut one-hour special, Live From The Big Dog, is available now on Youtube. Commonwealth Comedy Club is Cincinnati’s home for exquisitely curated live entertainment. Each week we bring you hilarious stand-up comedians, intimate concerts, unique theater productions, live podcast recordings, and so much more. Commonwealth Comedy Club is housed in the recently renovated, historic former Tower Methodist Church, originally built in 1914. It is no longer a church! Rather, we have converted the purpose of this beautiful old building to bringing you exquisitely curated live entertainment. We have, however, gone to great lengths to preserve the original…
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Sep 11, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
The Thorn
Presented by Cincinnati Arts Association at Procter & Gamble Hall at the Aronoff Center Cincinnati, OH
The Thorn tells the epic story of God's love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. The story of Christ is presented in an immersive show with music, drama, aerial acts, movement arts, modern dance, and special effects. Witnessed live by more than 1 million people over 30 years, The Thorn will engage audiences in the definitive story of love, sacrifice and redemption like never before. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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Grass Roots - A Story that Speaks to the Heart
Presented by Enlightened Studios at Fairfield Community Arts Center Fairfield, OH
Set in 1956, Grass Roots is an inspiring story of family, faith, forgiveness, and the courage to stand with dignity in the face of life's greatest challenges. Filled with laughter, heartfelt moments, unforgettable characters, and original music, this moving production reminds us that hope, compassion, and love have the power to transform hearts and strengthen communities. Come experience the story of everyone will be talking about, because sometimes the deepest roots grow from the greatest acts of grace. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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Sep 11, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
Heart of Country Music Festival
Presented by Heart of Country at Kenton County Fair Independence, KY
Heart of Country Music Festival takes over the Kenton County Fairgrounds in Independence, Kentucky, Sept. 11–12, 2026, for two days of country music, community spirit, and Kentucky charm. Northern Kentucky’s newest and fastest-growing country music and community celebration features a packed lineup of national headliners, rising stars, and hometown favorites, including Clint Black, Justin Moore, Carly Pearce, Jo Dee Messina, Little Texas, Shenandoah, John Morgen, Derek Alan, and Cole Goodwin. In addition to the music, festivalgoers can enjoy local food and drinks, multiple food trucks and vendors, full bar service, a mechanical bull, lawn games, and family-friendly fun all day long. From chart-topping country favorites to NKY hospitality, the Heart of Country Music Festival is an all-day party celebrating the Northern Kentucky community. This calendar listing is brought to you by Cincy A&E, the Cincinnati region's one-stop, online calendar for arts and entertainment events, powered by ArtsWave.
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