Soapicks September 30-October 5

Soapicks September 30-October 6

Who Says You Can’t Go Home
September 30

ArtWorks has lured escaped artists back into Cincinnati with, Homecoming: A Local Perspective. The exhibit has wrangled in 7 artists who once called or still call Cincinnati home as they return to the city after being away for a variety of reasons. Whether the artists took jobs in other cities, have been on artist residencies or have been away on sabbatical, one thing is for sure, they’re bringing never before seen projects and mediums home for you to enjoy. ArtWorks can only keep artists like Mark Fox and Jessie Henson caged so long before New York City starts calling them back, so hurry up and don’t miss the homecoming. Show runs through October 17.

Trailer Park Soiree
October 3

The Southgate House turns their ballroom into a ‘mobile home community’ this Friday for the First Annual White Trash Bash. Presented by Poor Boy Choppers and Rivertown Music Club, the bash features artists Dallas Moore and The Snatch Wranglers, Straw Boss, 500 Miles To Memphis, The Tammy Whynots and more. Along with awesome music they’ll be hillbilly horseshoes, grilling out on the front porch, and of course awards for the trashiest outfits all evening long! So pull out the wife beaters, let the mullet hang out and come enjoy rock and country music performances that are sure to surpass any hoedown the South can put on! Prices are $7 for 21+, $10 for 18-20. The doors open at 8pm and show starts at 9pm.

Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light, GO!
October 4

It’s that time again to start your Soapbox engines (well they don’t really have engines, but you get it) as the national Red Bull Soapbox Race makes it second pit stop of the race year in Cincinnati. Mt. Adams will provide the ¼ mile race track which will have both experienced racers and amateurs alike zooming downhill in their custom designed, sometimes outrageous, always human-powered soapbox machines. There will be a live performance on the starting line with announcers by Uncle E and Meghan Mongillo as each of the 40 teams must bust a move to the music of their choice before taking off downhill. Expect a day of creative cars, wacky dressed drivers, food, drink and a of course a lot of fun! Admission is free and pit row opens at 11am with races starting at 1pm so get there early for some front row seating. Click here for more details on start times and venue.

We Be Runnin’ Mon
October 4

If after the Red Bull Soapbox Race you’re still feeling the need for speed, get over to Ault Park in Mt. Lookout for the 15th Annual Reggae Run. Presented by the Maria Olberding Foundation, this 5k walk/run benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation. For the past 15 years members have gathered to remember Maria who lost her life while on a run in the city she loved, now they pass the charity on to others in need. If you’re not up to the run, come to the party anyway Mon! “Party-only" tickets are available for just $25 and include lots of free food, drink and swaying to the rhythms of THE ARK BAND. Visit the site for all the Reggae Run details for registering and partying!