Cincy A&E Calendar
Events for October 2026
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Thu, Oct 22 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Oct 22 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Oct 22 @ 6:00 pm
OctKNOWber Nights
Oct 22 - Oct 30
Thu, Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Oct 24 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Oct 25 @ 2:00 pm
Sun, Oct 25 @ 7:30 pm
Wed, Oct 28 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Oct 29 @ 7:30 pm
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Fri, Oct 23 @ 1:00 pm
Beginner Lathe Workshop : HONEY DRIPPER : OCT evening
Presented by ArtsConnect at ArtsConnect
Oct 23
Fri, Oct 23 @ 5:45 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 8:00 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 6:30 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 7:00 pm
Oct 22, 2026
Family Astronomy Night at the Cincinnati Observatory
Presented by Cincinnati Observatory at Cincinnati Observatory
Family Astronomy Night is our fun and interactive craft/activity night for families at the Cincinnati Observatory. A cross between our Cosmic Kids and Astronomy Evening programs, this program is geared for families with children 5-12 years old. The evening includes viewing through a telescope (if clear), a quick presentation on the theme for the evening, and a hands-on space activity or craft. An entertaining evening for the whole family. Theme: October 1 - Ice Giants October 8 - Aliens October 22 - Monster Constellations Tickets: $15/adult, $7/child, FREE for Observatory Members 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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Oct 22, 2026
Drag Bingo
Presented by Washington Park at Washington Park Cincinnati, OH
This isn’t your grandma’s regular Bingo night…get ready for a night of fierce fun and fabulous prizes at Drag Bingo with Queen City Charities! Meet us up at the Sherwin-Williams Porch for an unforgettable evening of bingo, sass, and sequins, as our stunning drag queens serve up some serious entertainment. Bingo winners will be awarded with drink tickets that can be redeemed at the Porch Bar! 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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Painting From Photos Workshop with Rosalind Bush
Presented by Visionaries + Voices at Visionaries + Voices Cincinnati, OH
As a part of the 2026 FotoFocus Biennial, recreate one of your favorite pictures as a painting in this workshop with V+V Artist, Rosalind Bush. Trace directly onto prints of photographs and transfer onto canvas using carbon copy paper. Add your own perspective and create an expressive painting using your photo as a reference. All experience levels welcome! 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.
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Duncanson Program | Fall Pop-Up Events
Presented by Taft Museum of Art at Artpreneur's Pop-up Shop Cincinnati, OH
The Duncanson Program is bringing together creative voices and community engagement through accessible arts programming! October 22 | 6 p.m. Off-Site Pop-Up at Robert O'Neal Multicultural Arts Center (ROMAC) Artpreneur 's Pop-up Shop at 1701 Race Street with Adoria Maxberry, visual artist Questions? Contact duncanson@taftmuseum.org 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.
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OctKNOWber Nights
Presented by Know Theatre of Cincinnati at Know Theatre Cincinnati , OH
OctKNOWber Nights Presented by Know Theatre October 22 – 30, 2026 Eight (8) nights of Spooky Programming from Local Artists with octKNOWber Nights. Review the scheduled programming below or visit our website! PROGRAMMING: Adventures in Afterlife by Sydney Vollmer & Chance Kilgour October 22–24, @ 7:30 PM Young teens Sophie and Hugo accidentally resurrect the uncle they never knew. Trick or Treat, Sally Salem! by Zoë Peterson October 25th @ 2:00 PM Sick or treat, off her feet, Sally’s ill on Halloween. Thief. by A.J. Baldwin October 25th @ 7:30 PM When joy is all you have left, they’ll take that too… Show Us Your Weird: SPOOKY EDITION by Erika MacDonald October 28th @ 7:30 PM AMERICAN HORROR STORY meets AMERICA’S GOT TALENT: NEW secret lineup! Costume contest! I’m Not Your Costume by Homer Shadowheart & Janette Perez October 29th @ 7:00 PM Comedy show feature touring comics from the area Wicked and Whimsy by The Anti-Pestilence League October 30th @ 7:00 PM Twin bill of Samhain-inspired live radio play performances 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.
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Oct 23, 2026
Jo Koy
Presented by The Ballroom at the Taft Theatre at Taft Theatre Cincinnati, OH
Comedian Jo Koy announced his ALL-NEW KOY MEETS WORLD TOUR kicking off October 16 at the River Center in Baton Rouge, LA. The tour will include all new material and visit Taft Theatre on Friday, October 23. As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world. The comedian continues to be one of the top 10 grossing stand-up comedians each year according to Pollstar and Billboard. Today, he continues selling out and breaking sales records at some of the most prestigious venues around the world including Mall of Asia Arena (Manila, PH), The Forum (Los Angeles), Coca-Cola Arena (Dubai), ICC Theatre (Sydney, AU), O2 Arena (London), Madison Square Garden (New York City), and American Airlines Arena (Dallas) to name a few. In 2022, Koy kicked off his Funny Is Funny World Tour by selling-out the Climate Pledge Arena (over 14,000 tickets) in his hometown of Seattle and ended the tour with a sold-out show at Tacoma Dome (over 19,000 tickets). In 2017, Koy broke a record for the most tickets sold by a single artist at 23,000 tickets and 11 sold-out shows at The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu. In response, the mayor’s office in Honolulu proclaimed November 24th as “Jo Koy Day.” Koy starred in…
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Beginner Lathe Workshop : HONEY DRIPPER : OCT afternoon
Presented by ArtsConnect at ArtsConnect Cincinnati, OH
Lathe Workshops Fridays, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Ages 18 and over Discover Lathing, one workshop at a Time!Whether you’re brand new to the lathe or ready to push your skills further, ArtsConnect has a workshop for you. 1-Day, Beginner Workshops are perfect for first-timers; these hands-on sessions guide you through using the lathe to create unique, handcrafted pieces for your home. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity! All supplies are included. 2-Day, Advanced Workshops are designed to let you tackle more complex projects and expand your woodworking expertise. Class sizes are small, so you’ll get plenty of personal attention. Space is limited—sign up early to reserve your spot! 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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Beginner Lathe Workshop : HONEY DRIPPER : OCT evening
Presented by ArtsConnect at ArtsConnect Cincinnati, OH
Lathe Workshops Fridays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm Ages 18 and over Discover Lathing, one workshop at a Time! Whether you’re brand new to the lathe or ready to push your skills further, ArtsConnect has a workshop for you. 1-Day, Beginner Workshops are perfect for first-timers; these hands-on sessions guide you through using the lathe to create unique, handcrafted pieces for your home. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity! All supplies are included. 2-Day, Advanced Workshops are designed to let you tackle more complex projects and expand your woodworking expertise. Class sizes are small, so you’ll get plenty of personal attention. Space is limited—sign up early to reserve your spot! 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.
Learn More Oct 23, 2026
ZARNA GARG: MILLION DOLLAR EXCUSES
Presented by Hard Rock Cincinnati at Hard Rock Cincinnati Ballroom Cincinnati, OH
Zarna Garg is an Indian American stand-up comedian and screenwriter. CNBC said she is "the zany, outspoken voice of the Indian American woman." She is also a New York Times bestselling author. 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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Calico Children's Theatre presents Astonishing Adventures
Presented by Calico Children's Theatre at UC Clermont College at UC Clermont College 0, OH
Astonishing Adventures: Storybook Tales of Extraordinary Bravery Performed by Madcap Puppets Astonishing Adventures is a fast-paced, laugh-filled journey into the heart of courage. When two bumbling court knights are tasked with helping the queen face a fearsome dragon, they realize they’re missing one crucial thing—bravery! To find it, they dive into classic fairy tales like Puss in Boots, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Hansel and Gretel, discovering along the way that heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and levels of silliness. Packed with humor, heart, and daring deeds, this charming show proves that even the most unlikely heroes can rise to the occasion. Recommended for grades K-5. 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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Comedy At The Comet | LAURA PEEK (Friday)
Presented by Bombs Away! Comedy At The Comet at Bombs Away! Comedy @ The Comet Cincinnati, OH
Laura Peek Event Details Friday, October 23, 2026 Show: 7:00 PM | Doors: 6:00 PM The Comet, 4579 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223 Laura Peek also performs two shows Saturday, October 24 — 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM. About Laura Peek Laura Peek is one of the most promising young Los Angeles-based stand-up comics to come out of Nashville's bustling comedy scene. She made her Tonight Show debut in 2025 and was named one of Deadline's "20 Stand-Ups to Keep An Eye on in 2026. In 2022, she was selected as a 'New Face' at the prestigious 'Just For Laughs Festival' in Montreal, and was named one of Vulture Magazine's Comics You Should and Will Know. Laura has appeared on After Midnight and Comedy Central's 'Stand-Up Featuring' series. She has also been featured twice in Don't Tell Comedy's popular 'Secret Sets' series, and is a paid regular and favorite at the Comedy Store in Hollywood. Her storytelling and sharp wit delight audiences across the country and internationally. She has had the pleasure of working with comics like Taylor Tomlinson, Iliza Shlesinger, Fortune Feimster, Andrew Santino, Mark Normand, Marc Maron, and many more. Featuring Additional lineup to be announced. Show Info Doors open at 6:00 PM, show starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $15 early bird, $20 general admission, and $25 day of show. This show is at The Comet in Northside — Cincinnati's home for stand-up comedy. About Comedy at The Comet Comedy at The Comet brings top national touring comedians…
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Oct 23, 2026
Horror on the Hill Movie Screening: Poltergeist
Presented by Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum Hamilton, OH
Enjoy a cocktail hour and explore the park grounds as the sun sets, then settle in for a movie under the stars. Snacks and drinks available for purchase. Poltergeist is rated PG. 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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