From Bob Dylan to Monster Jam to Greekfest, here are the biggest, best events happening in Cincinnati this week.
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Monday, July 6
At FSQ Eats, grab a coworker get a bite to eat at Fountain Square.
Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!
Details: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs through Oct. 30. myfountainsquare.com.
Trace the epic migration of the monarch butterfly across the United States and into Mexico.
Details: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Sunday, Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Walnut Hills. $12 adult, $8 ages 5-17, free ages under 5. Runs May 9-Aug. 9. cincinnati-oh.gov.
Tuesday, July 7
Buju Banton and Stephen Marley are bringing their "Roots and Rhymes Tour" to Cincinnati this week.
Details: 7 p.m., Annie's Music Center (formerly Riverfront Live), 4343 Kellogg Ave., East End. anniesmusiccenter.com.
The Reds play the Phillies and the Cubs in back-to-back home stands this week. Catch the Jon Pardi post-game concert on Wednesday and post-game fireworks on Friday.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Philadelphia Phillies: 7:10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. mlb.com.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs: 7:10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 1:40 p.m. Sunday, Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. mlb.com.
Enjoy live jazz music from local and regional acts. Grab your favorite drink and sway to the beat of a good tune.
Details: 5-8 p.m., Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Free. Runs Tuesdays through Sept. 29. myfountainsquare.com.
At "Jurassic World by Brickman," venture into a baby Brachiosaurus enclosure, and see Triceratops, Velociraptors, T. rex and more. Create your own hybrid dino in the DNA lab.
Details: Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Queensgate. Runs through Jan. 4, 2027. cincymuseum.org.
Behringer-Crawford Museum is celebrating 75 years of art, culture and community. History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals. Check out the "Treasures from the Attic" exhibit, exploring 250 years of fashion and furniture.
Details: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Behringer-Crawford Museum, Devou Park, 1600 Montague Road, Covington. $9, $8 ages 60-up, $5 ages 3-17. "Treasures from the Attic" runs Feb. 14-Aug. 9. bcmuseum.org.
Wednesday, July 8
Jack Johnson is bringing his "Surfilmusic Tour" to Cincinnati this week. With opener Hermanos Gutie?rrez.
Details: 7:30 p.m., Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township. riverbend.org.
Enjoy live folk, roots and Americana music from a rotating list of performers.
Details: 5-8 p.m., Fifth Third Bank Center Stage, Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs Wednesdays through Sept. 2. myfountainsquare.com.
Browse over 20 vendors selling everything from fresh vegetables and fruits, bread, eggs and dairy, baked goods and pastries, jams, meats, ferments, soaps, spices, chocolate, coffee and more.
Details: 4-7 p.m., Northside Farmers Market, 4222 Hamilton Ave., Northside. Runs through Oct. 28. northsidefm.org.
Thursday, July 9
See "Lalovavi" this week. Set 400 years into the future, "Lalovavi" is an Afrofuturist adventure that follows Persephone, the youngest daughter of the ruler of Atlas, in the city formerly known as Atlanta.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturday, Springer Auditorium, Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. cincinnatiopera.org.
Rockin' the Roebling Summer Concert Series is back and bringing the beats every Thursday night. Grab a beer from Cincinnati Lager House, relax and enjoy live music from a rotating list of performers.
Details: 6-10 p.m., Schmidlapp Event Lawn & Stage, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. Free. Runs Thursdays through Sept. 10. cincylagerhouse.com.
Hear live salsa, merengue, cumbia and Latin jazz music from a rotating list of bands. Take part in a large dance class at Fountain Square. Or, if you're already skilled, show off them moves!
Details: 7-10 p.m., Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs Thursdays through September 25. myfountainsquare.com.
Friday, July 10
Experience Shakespeare's comedy "Much Ado About Nothing" from the point of view of Messina's most misguided watchmen, Dogberry and Verges. While Benedick and Beatrice spar, the bumbling constables take center stage.
Details: Opening weekend 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, Otto M. Budig Theater, 1195 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Runs July 10-25. cincyshakes.com.
Legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan is coming to Cincinnati this week. Joining him are special guests Lucinda Williams and The John Doe Folk Trio. Enjoy a free pre-show cookout included with ticket price.
Details: 7 p.m., PNC Pavilion, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township. riverbend.org.
Experience the sound, harmonies and falsetto voices of the brothers Gibb by One Night Only, the ultimate tribute to the Bee Gees. Hear "Staying Alive," "Night Fever," "How Deep Is Your Love" and more performed live.
Details: 7:30 p.m., Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. tafttheatre.org.
Shop for art and merchandise from exhibitors, meet the voice actors from your favorite anime and games, listen to panels, learn in workshops and join the cosplay costume contest.
Details: 4-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville. $35 Friday and Sunday, $40 Saturday, $80 weekend pass. captureticketing.com.
Soak in those summer nights on the deck at Lake Isabella every other Friday. Enjoy live music from local artists, refreshing beverages, burgers and hot dogs grilled onsite.
Details: 6-9 p.m., Great Parks' Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road, Symmes Township. greatparks.org.
Enjoy live music from the Derek Alan Band, tasty treats from food trucks, and fun activities for the kids such as bouncy houses. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display.
Details: 5 p.m., Taylor Mill Pride Park, 5614 Taylor Mill Road, Taylor Mill. taylormillky.gov.
Shop for fresh produce from local farmers while listening to live entertainment.
Details: 4-7 p.m., Madison Parking Lot, 1523 Madison Road, East Walnut Hills. Runs Fridays through Oct. 23. ewhfarmersmarket.com.
Saturday, July 11
Muse is bringing "The Wow! Signal Tour" to Cincinnati this week. Joining them are Bloc Party and The Temper Trap.
Details: 7 p.m., Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township. riverbend.org.
Rob Schneider, known for the TV show "Saturday Night Live" and hit comedy movies such as "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo" is coming to Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati.
Details: 8 p.m., Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, 1000 Broadway St., Pendleton. casino.hardrock.com.
Sip on your favorite beverage (including beer on tap), listen to good music, splurge a little, get a wine slushie and shop the craft show.
Details: 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Vinoklet Winery, 11069 Colerain Ave., Colerain Township. $5 cover charge, free parking. vinokletwines.com.
Stroll down Main Street and browse the goods of local artisans, makers and vintage curators. Find one-of-a-kind treasures and enjoy live music and food truck favorites.
Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Main Street, historic downtown Waynesville. waynesvilleshops.com.
Immerse in Hellenic culture and zest for life. Enjoy delicious food and desserts and discover more about the Eastern Orthodox Faith while touring the church.
Details: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2500 Grand Ave., Middletown. facebook.com.
After the Cincy Cool Cars Club Show, make sure to stay for Cincy Blues Fest to hear some soulful blues music. On Saturday, hear performances from Brandon Santini, Mud Morganfield, Jad Tariq and more. On Sunday, don't miss performances by Noah Wotherspoon, Ralph and The Rhythm Hounds, The Lady Joya Band, Angela Combs Band, The Jamie Carr Band and more.
Cincy Cool Cars Club Show: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, corner of Wessel and Nilles Drive, Fairfield. $20 entry fee per vehicle. cincyblues.org.
Cincy Blues Fest: 2:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday, Village Green Park, 301 Wessel Drive, Fairfield. Free admission and parking. cincyblues.org.
Experience an 18-hole course at Winton Woods and enjoy a HighGrain brew (for those of drinking age) and have a bite with friends and family. Additional games and contests are available to families, children, and spectators throughout the day. Tee times are limited to five players each. All ages are welcome.
Details: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Springfield Township. $35. greatparks.org.
Massive Monster Jam trucks and world-champion drivers do amazing stunts before your eyes. It's as big as it gets, where 12,000-pound trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air in competitions of speed and skill.
Details: noon and 6 p.m. Saturday, noon Sunday, Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway, Downtown. heritagebankcenter.com.
Summer is the season for live, outdoor music. Get together with your community, grab a drink, and enjoy music from a new performer each week.
Details: 5-7 p.m., Castellini Esplanade, Smale Park, 146 W. Mehring Way, Downtown. Free. Runs Saturdays through Aug. 22. facebook.com.
Buy goods from local farmers, crafters, wellness and soap producers and food producers.
Details: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Montgomery Elementary School, 9609 Montgomery Road, Montgomery. Runs Saturdays through October 31. montgomeryfarmersmarket.org.
Sunday, July 12
Led by instructor Brittany Strube, this yoga session provides an immersive experience featuring slow flow vinyasa yoga with functional strength elements. All fitness levels are welcome.
Details: 10:30-11:30 a.m., The Mercantile Immersive, 120 E 4th St., Downtown. $35. Register: eventbrite.com.
Dance and sing along to anthems you know. Each night features a fan-favorite cover or tribute band from a rotating list of artists.
Details: 7-10 p.m., Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Downtown. Runs every Sunday through Aug. 30. myfountainsquare.com.
Shop at Hyde Park Farmers' Market for vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, cheeses, pantry items, herbs, cut flowers, garden plants and artisan goods at this "growers' market."
Details: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Hyde Park Square, 2700 Erie Ave., Hyde Park. Runs Sundays through October. hydeparkfarmersmarket.com.
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