CinCinnati WelCome
Friends,
On behalf of the City of Cincinnati, I am thrilled to welcome you! We are honored to host you in our great city, and I can’t wait for you to learn all about what makes us special.
You’re going to have a wonderful stay as you get to know our 52 diverse, vibrant, and walkable neighborhoods. Each community in our city is home to distinct and rich cultures, business centers, and personalities – but together, they make up one unified and proud Cincinnati. From downtown to College Hill, from the West Side to the East Side, you will find stunning architecture, exciting entertainment opportunities, and energetic residents ready to welcome you. We love our home, and we can’t wait to show you why.
Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about all the amazing attractions we have to offer in the area. With top-rated museums, theaters, parks, and restaurants – and one of the highest ranked zoos in the nation – there is something for everyone in the Queen City.
We are honored to welcome thousands of visitors among our guests each year, and we know your decision to visit will not leave you disappointed. Thank you for coming to Cincinnati, and we’re excited to see you back here soon.
Sincerely,
Aftab Pureval Mayor, City of CincinnatiCover Story
32nd Annual Mardi Gras for Homeless Children Combines Fun with Fundraising
Be sure to mark FAT TUESDAY, February 21, 2023, down on your calendar- you don’t want to miss the 32nd Annual Mardi Gras for Homeless Children presented by Mercedes-Benz of Fort Mitchell and the Wyler Family Foundation.
Produced by the Northern Kentucky Restaurant Association (NKRA), this fun-filled evening includes great food and drinks provided by over 50 local restaurants and beverage purveyors, live and silent auctions, with live music by Tickled Pink and the Beechwood High School Marching Band!
This year’s Mardi Gras court features Scott Sloan, of 700 WLW as King, Sheila Gray, of Local 12 News as Queen, Grand Marshall, is former Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard, and the evening features Tiffany Potter and JonJon Curl of KISS 107.1 as well as restaurateur Harry Stephens as emcees.
All proceeds from the 32nd Annual Mardi Gras for Homeless Children goes towards food purchases for Bethany House Services, Brighton Center’s Homeward Bound, and Welcome House, Inc. This event has raised over $2.35M in proceeds since its inception, and the money is a true gift to these agencies, giving them enough to stock their pantries for at least a full year.
The all-inclusive tickets are available for $100/ person providing admittance for the entire event from 6:30pm to 10:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at Mercedes-Benz of Fort Mitchell, all benefiting agencies, or www.mardigras2023.org. VIP tickets are also available for $120/person, which allows early entry into the event at 5:30pm.
Laissez les bon temps rouler!
What’S GoinG on in February
ARONOFF CENTER F OR THE ARTS
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Rubberband: 2/3-2/4
Music at the Movies: 2/3-2/11
Annie: 2/7-2/12
The Love Triangle/An Evening Of Love: 2/17
Revolution Dance Theatre
Presents: It’s Love: 2/17-2/18
BOGART’S
2621 Vine St .
Cincinnati, OH 45219
513-872-8801
The Taylor Party: Taylor Swift
Night 18+: 2/4
Badfish: 2/5
Destroy Lonely: 2/8
Emo Night with Dan Marsala
18+: 2/10
Broadway Rave 18+: 2/17
That Arena Rock Show: 2/18
Silversun Pickups: 2/24
Gimme Gimme Disco: 2/25
CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM
Reservations ONLY
953 Eden Park Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-ARTS (2787)
Beyond Bollywood: 2000
Years of Dance in Art: now to 2/5
Georgia O’Keeffe:
Photographer: 2/3-5/7
CINCINNATI BALLET COMPANY
1555 Central Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45214
513-621-5219
Alice (In Wonderland): 2/102/19
CINCINNTI CYCLONES
Heritage Bank Center
100 Broadway
Cincinnati, OH 45202
vs Mavericks: 2/1 vs . Fuel: 2/3 vs Walleye: 2/4 vs Wings: 2/15 vs . Komets: 2/17 vs Admirals: 2/22 vs Thunder: 2/24
CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER
1301 Western Ave . Cincinnati, OH 45203
513-287-7000
A Year on the Edge: now open America’s Epic Treasures featuring Preternatural by Michael Scott: 2/1-2/5
CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
719 Race Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-381-2273
The Rewards of Being Frank: 1/27-2/18
CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
1241 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202 General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300
Thibaudet Plays Liszt: 2/3-2/4 Death and Transfiguration: 2/5-3/4
CINCINNATI ZOO
3400 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45220
513-281-4700
Penguin Days: 1/9-3/10
CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER
44 E . 6th St .
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-345-8400
Baseera Khan: Weight on History: now until 2/12/23
ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES
1410 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-8726
Sweet 16: 2/1-2/25
Images on Which to Build, 1970s-1990s: now until 2/12/23
Cameron Granger: now until 2/12/23
Under the Canopy: 2/1-3/5
Ecologies of Elsewhere: 2/108/6
ENSEMBLE THEATRE
CINCINNATI
1127 Vine St .
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-3555
Grand Horizons: 1/14-2/5
Morning Sun: 2/25-3/19
GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB
8410 Market Place Lane
Cincinnati, OH 45242
513-984-9288
Anthony DeVito: 2/2-2/5
Chad Daniels: 2/10-2/11
Jimmy Pardo: 2/17-2/18
Rich Vos: 2/19
Blake Wexler: 2/23-2/26
HERITAGE BANK CENTER
100 Broadway
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-4111
Adam Sandler: 2/6
Legendz of the Streetz TourReloaded: 2/11
KROHN CONSERVATORY
1501 Eden Park Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-4086
Bunnies and Blooms: 2/1-3/12
What’S GoinG on Continued
NANCY AND DAVID WOLF HOLOCAUST & HUMANITY CENTER
1301 Western Ave .
Cincinnati, OH 45203
513-487-3055
Weekly Holocaust Speaker Series via Zoom every Wednesday at 11:00am: https://www . holocaustandhumanity org/speaker-series/
International Holocaust Remembrance Day: A Conversation with Survivor Zahava Rendler: 2/19 (new date)
NEWPORT AQUARIUM
1 Aquarium Way
Newport, KY 41071
All-New Underwater Scavenger Hunt Around the World: now to 2/26
TAFT MUSEUM OF ART
316 Pike St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-241-0343
Fakes, Forgeries, and Followers in the Taft Collection: 10/22-2/5/23
Memories & Inspiration: The Kerry and C Betty Davis Collection of African American Art: 2/45/14
Universal Magnetic: New Works by Terence
Hammonds: 2/16-6/4
TAFT THEATER
317 E 5th St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-232-6220
Dancing with the Stars Live: 2/1
John Crist: 2/4 Dr . Jordan Peterson: 2/5
Heather McMahan: 2/10
The Princess and The Frog: 2/18-2/19; 2/242/26
Gaelic Storm: 2/21
Welcome to Night Vale: 2/25
WESTON ART GALLERY
650 Walnut St .
Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-977-4165
Joshua Penrose: 1/20-3/5
Emil Robinson: 1/20-3/5
Katherine Colborn: 1/20-2/5
ConventionS & SpeCial eventS
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
18 W . Fourth St . Cincinnati, OH
2/1-2/26
Cincy Beerfest
Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm St
Cincinnati, OH 2/3-2/4
Bridalrama
Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm St
Cincinnati, OH 2/4-2/5
Cincinnati Golf Expo
Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm St Cincinnati, OH 2/10-2/12
Love on the Levee
Newport on the Levee One Levee Way
Newport, KY 2/11
My Furry Valentine
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH 2/18-2/19
Cold Nights and Warm Spirits: A Whiskey Tasting Event in Ault Park
Ault Park
5090 Observatory Circle
Cincinnati, OH
2/24
20th Century Cincinnati
Sharonville Convention Center
11355 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH 2/25-2/26
The 67th Annual Mardi Gras
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH 2/25
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Fun, free things to do in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is known for being one of the best cities for families. Below are free events for everyone to enjoy.
Enjoy Watching A Free Football Game
Depending on the season, you and your loved ones can enjoy a free game streamed live from the flat screen mounted over the Reds stadium at the banks! Enjoy concerts during the summer and food and drinks all year round from some of the city’s best pubs. The menus range from all-American, Mexican and Gastro. The Banks also features the Carol Ann Carousel amusement park for the little ones. Freedom Way., Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
Visit Local Art Museums
Fantastic news for tourists, many of the art museums in Cincinnati are FREE admission! Appreciate local and contemporary art from the CAC museum (contemporary art center). Their entry is free for all visitors. The museum features interchangeable seasonal projects, a unique gift shop for all your collectibles, a California-themed cafè, and a dedicated children’s floor. Check with their staff to discover local shows, events, and exhibitions. They aim to educate through art. You’re sure to leave enlightened. 44 E. 6th Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
21C is another contemporary art museum located inside the 21C Museum Hotel. This museum is fun, vibrant, and welcoming. Feeding your curiosity, the museum features a winding staircase and healing tiles that light your path to the restroom. Make sure you notice the yellow penguin! This dedicated exhibition is one you’re sure to enjoy. They focus on
collecting and showcasing North American art. The museum is open 24 hours and free daily. It’s where art meets culture. Visit today! 609 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
And lastly, one of the city’s most prominent art museums, The Cincinnati Art Museum. One of the largest art museums in Cincinnati. This museum is located right in the heart of Mt. Adams. Its works range from over 67,000 various collections over 6,000 years. With programs for teens, adults, and children, this museum features unique and inclusive exhibitions with free daily admission. The location also has a café and courtyard. 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Scenic Eden Park
Perfect for an early morning, afternoon, or evening. The expansive park includes beautiful landscaping, bright botanicals, trails, hiking, and breathtaking views overlooking the Ohio river and Kentucky. Occupying 186 acres of land, this is sure to fit your ideal getaway. 950 Eden Park Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45202.
‘Sweet 16’ exhibit oF the month
AArt Beyond Boundaries Gallery invites you to attend our anniversary exhibition, ‘Sweet 16,’ on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023 from 5 to 7 pm. This exhibition celebrates the gallery’s 16th year displaying in the Greater Cincinnati area. The exhibit will run until Feb. 25, 2023.
Art Beyond Boundaries will display a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography, and other media by talented, local, and regional artists with and without disabilities. Join us opening night for opportunities to meet the featured artists and to experience the original art. Wine and Hors d’oeuvres served. Admission is free.
Art Beyond Boundaries provides a professional, mainstream fine arts exhibition venue for artists with disabilities, located at 1410 Main Street in the historic Over-the-Rhine arts district. With your support, we can continue providing a gallery, workshops, programs, and services for our artists and people with disabilities. For more information, “friend” or “follow” the gallery on Facebook, Instagram, and/or contact the gallery.
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Freedom to travel!
With the new year comes the new potential for travel. Americans are able to move past the restrictions of the last three years. International travel, bucket list destinations, sustainable travel plans and more are dominating the travel scene. This trend is not about to change, and popular destinations are making it so easy to move around the world. Entry restrictions have been eliminated or restructured to make it more convenient for all travelers. Many countries such as Mexico and Jamaica have streamlined the procedure with no paperwork, no online forms, no health questionnaires, and rapid kiosk check points.
Global Entry is an absolute must, and it includes TSA pre-check. Now at most US entry points, it’s a simple glance at a screen and a waive to the customs agent as you head directly to baggage claim. No passport, no paper, just your pretty face. Domestically I highly recommend Clear as well and all you need there is your boarding pass and your pretty face to go through security. If you have TSA pre-check you move even faster. Here’s more exciting news for those seeking to travel abroad. Passport renewals have been
Suzelle Snowden President Fit Bodies, Inc.a nightmare with this insurgence of international travel but soon that will also be easier. After years of processing delays and office closure during the pandemic the U.S. Passport Agency is make some big changes. An online passport renewal portal will be launched for the general public this
year. This great news for the convenience but it will take awhile to obtain your passport. Expediting with an upcoming trip noted in the application will speed up the process and well worth the extra dollars.
Plan a trip. Take a vacation. Explore the world!
What are you waiting for?
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Incredible deal to Key Largo!
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Contact Debbie Boyd at: Debbie@TravelHappyAgency.com for more details and to schedule your visit! 513-275-8086
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GRANDVIEW TAVERN
2220 Grandview Dr . Fort Mitchell, KY 41017
859-341-8439
One of Northern Kentucky’s premier food and beverage entertainment business . Established in 2007 and still going strong Over a decade of research and development has forged a casual upscale concept, second to none .
HOFBRAUHAUS
200 E 3rd St , Newport, KY 41071
859-491-7200
The first authentic Hofbräuhaus in America, modeled after the legendary 400+ year-old Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany! Guests are now able to enjoy many of the traditions from Germany that have made Hofbräuhaus famous . From the traditionally decorated rooms in the building to the beer that is
brewed on-site, and of course the excellent German fare .
POMPILIO’S
600 Washington Ave ., Newport, KY 41071
859-581-3065
Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area home-cooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive years!
RIVERFRONT PIZZA
617 W 3rd St
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-4800
Whether you’re craving carry out pizza, pasta, chicken parmesan with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or a hoagie, Riverfront Pizza offers gourmet Italian food that will satisfy your appetite .
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THE PARK POUR
4815 Cooper Road
Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
513-376-7247
Great coffee, light bites, cocktails and exciting wines . A comfortably familiar spot for conversation with friends, work meetups or grabbing a bottle of wine on your way home
BROWN DOG CAFE
1000 Summit Place
Blue Ash, OH 45242
513-794-1610
Chef Shawn and his culinary team proudly present an ever-changing, eclectic menu featuring sustainable Hawaiian fish, steaks, and more
THE ORIGINAL MONTGOMERY INN
9440 Montgomery Rd
Montgomery, OH 45242
513-791-3482
Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY
7875 Montgomery Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Reservations: (513) 794-0670
Carryout: (513) 794-0676
Banquets: (513) 794-0672
Stop by Maggiano’s at Kenwood Towne Centre for season-fresh Italian food in Cincinnati, prepared by Chef Karl Lenz and inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes
Central dininG
CAFE ALMA
6111 Montgomery Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45213
513-620-8526
Our mission at Café Alma is to encourage the habit of healthy eating, living a well-balanced lifestyle and spreading the knowledge we have about the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet .
CHICKEN ON THE RUN
7255 Ohio Ave .
Cincinnati, OH 45236
513-791-6577
Low-key haunt for burgers, sloppy joes & other hearty American eats, plus craft beer & sports on TV
RED FEATHER KITCHEN
3200 Madison Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45209
513-407-3631
A contemporary American farm to table restaurant located in the Oakley neighborhood of Greater Cincinnati Offering an upscale casual dining experience with an emphasis on classic culinary techniques and slow, careful preparations Enjoy forty wines by the glass, 200+ by the bottle, house made craft cocktails and a comprehensive list of micro-brewed beers
THE TURF CLUB
4618 Eastern Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45226
513-533-4222
A quirky joint doling out beers and jumbo burgers with adventurous toppings in a neonlit room .
HIGH GRAIN BREWING CO.
6860 Plainfield Rd .
Cincinnati, OH 45236
513-791-7000
A brewery with a scratch kitchen making sustainable choices from the onset of each project We love beer and believe beer is best with a good meal with locally sourced food .
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COPPER AND FLAME
1115 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-381-0484
An experiential drinkery in the heart of Overthe-Rhine Industrial-chic taproom with brick walls serving hearty comfort food plates & self-serve draft beer .
MONTGOMERY INN BOATHOUSE
925 Riverside Dr .
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
513-721-7427
Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!
NICOLA’S
1420 Sycamore St .
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
513-721-6200
Chic venue presenting contemporary Italian cuisine in a warm space with exposed-brick walls .
area art GallerieS
Art Beyond Boundaries
1410 Main St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-8726
Carl Solway Gallery
424 Findlay Street
Cincinnati, OH 45214
513-621-0069
The Carnegie
1028 Scott Blvd
Covington, KY 41011
859-491-2030
DAAP Galleries
2624 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45221
513-556-2839
PRIME CINCINNATI
580 Walnut St , Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-579-0720
Known for its USDA Prime Steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selectionand outstanding service .
STREET CITY
On 6th Street Between Main & Walnut
580 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
513-873-7529
Street City Pub offers urban gourmet fare, live music, a street-side patio, and all-day happy hour .
Gallery Veronique
The Shops at Harper’s Point
11324 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45249
513-530-5379
Kennedy Heights Art Center 6546 Montgomery Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45213
513-631-4278
The Marta Hewett Gallery
The Annex at the Pendleton Art Center
1310 Pendleton St .
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-281-2780
Weston Art Gallery
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202-2517
513-977-4165
ShoppinG Guide
ADC FINE ART
1013 York St
Cincinnati, OH 45214
513-723-1222
APPOINTMENTS
441 Vine St #20
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-7430
CINCY SHIRTS
1435 Main St .
Cincinnati, OH 513-510-5774
2709 Observatory Ave .
Cincinnati, OH 513-832-2125
295 W . Loveland Ave .
Loveland, OH 45140 513-340-4373
EDDIE LANE’S DIAMOND SHOWROOM
9301 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242
513-793-4111
UPPER EDEN
1120 St Gregory St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-1120
JACOB JAMES
3446 Edwards Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45208
513-376-6288
DEERFIELD TOWNE CENTER
5505 Deerfield Blvd
Deerfield, OH 513-770-0273
EASTGATE MALL
4601 Eastgate Blvd
Cincinnati, OH 513-752-2294
FLORENCE MALL
2028 Mall Road
Florence, KY 859-371-1231
KENWOOD TOWNE CENTER
7875 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 513-745-9100
LIBERTY CENTER
7628 Liberty Way West Chester, OH 513-644-0900
NEWPORT ON THE LEVEE
1 Levee Way Newport, KY 866-538-3359
NORTHGATE MALL
9501 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 513-385-5600
ROOKWOOD PAVILION
3805 Edwards Road
Cincinnati, OH 513-241-5800
SYCAMORE CROSSING/ PLAZA
7800-7896 Montgomery Rd . Cincinnati, OH 877-225-5337
VOICE OF AMERICA CENTRE
7598 Voice of America Drive West Chester, OH 513-792-5000
OUTLET MALLS
Cincinnati Premium Outlets 400 Premium Outlets Drive Monroe, OH 513-539-0710
Tanger Outlets
8000 Factory Shops Blvd Jeffersonville, OH 740-948-9091/800-407-5005
area antique ShopS
Grand Antique Mall
9701 Reading Road
Cincinnati, OH 513-554-1919
Wooden Nickel Antiques
1410 Central Pkwy Cincinnati, OH 513-241-2985
Ferguson’s Antique Mall 4939 Glenway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 513-921-1111
Covered Bridge Antique Mall 7508 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 513- 521-5739
Bromwell’s 117 West Fourth Street
Cincinnati, OH 513-621-0620
The Antiques Warehouse
Camp Washington
Cincinnati, OH 513-319-5405
Design Smith Gallery 1342 Main St
Cincinnati, OH 513- 403-2382
English Traditions Inc. 2041 Madison Rd Cincinnati, OH 513-321-4730
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