Photograph courtesy Voices of America Country Music Fest
If you want to get out of the house before summer ends, there’s no shortage of events to attend this weekend—especially for music lovers. Here’s just a taste of what’s happening around town.
Voices of America Country Music Fest
Head to West Chester for the last ever VOA Country Music Fest in the township. In additional to headliners Brady Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, and Jordan Davis, attendees can enjoy sets from over 20 other artists like LeAnn Rimes, Scotty McCreery, and Tyler Hubbard. Ticket prices vary by day. Thurs, Aug 6-Sun, Aug 9, Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 Voice of America Park Dr., West Chester Twp.
Little Village in the Big Woods
Heritage Village is putting you in the world of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House series with a weekend of pioneer activities, crafts, and educational demonstrations as well as panels and meet-and-greets with Little House on the Prairie stars Dean Butler and Alison Arngrim. Admission is $10 at the gate and free for kids 3 and under. Fri, Aug 7-Sat, Aug 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Heritage Village, 11500 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville
Marine enthusiasts of all ages are welcome at this After Dark event with a pizza party, animal encounters, twilight tours, a scavenger hunt, and a new sunset under the sea experience where you’ll get to see nocturnal creatures—that are usually asleep—wake up and get active. Admission is $49.99 per person. Fri, Aug 7, 7:15-11 p.m., Newport Aquarium, One Aquarium Way, Newport
Cincinnati Open Community Weekend
Before competitive play begins, local tennis fans are invited to the Lindner Center for a weekend of interactive kids activities, quick-fire practice tournaments, autograph sessions, meet-and-greets, photo-ops, live entertainment, the inaugural Cincinnati Open 5K (registration is currently full), and other exclusive experiences. Grounds passes are $17.60 per day. Sat, Aug 8-Sun, Aug 9, Lindner Family Tennis Center, 5460 Courseview Dr., Mason
Artisan vendors meet punk music at this combination market and concert. Attendees will get to shop while enjoying a killer lineup of 12 local bands and a bar with over 100 craft beers. Admission is $10 cash at the door—there’s an ATM on site—and kids 12 and under get in free. From noon-3 p.m., all attendees will get free raffle tickets to win either $100 in “flea bucks” or a gift basket. Sat, Aug 8, noon-10 p.m., Fowling Warehouse, 2940 Highland Ave. #230, Norwood
Covington’s multi-venue music festival is back and bigger than ever with six stages and over 80 bands spanning all genres. Plus, enjoy local food, drink, and artisan vendors, writers rounds, a local alternative hip-hop showcase, a drag brunch, lighting installations from BLINK artists, and much more. Admission is free, but VIP tickets are $15 for one day or $25 for two and include access to exclusive VIP areas, private bars, and cooling areas. Sat, Aug 8-Sun, Aug 9, Covington
Northern Wrestling Federation Summer Sizzler
Cincinnati’s longest-running professional wrestling promoter is throwing its biggest show of the year at Thomas More Stadium. Attendees will get to see nine matches including heavyweight and Tag Team title championship fights, a gauntlet match, a referee fight, and more. General admission grandstand tickets are $10, third row tickets are $20, and second row tickets are $25. Sat, Aug 8, 6:30 p.m., Thomas More Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence
A Midsummer Promenade Regency Ball
All Diamonds of the Season are invited to this Bridgerton-style Regency ball hosted by Crooked Dog Comics. Upon entering, attendees will get to enjoy a string quartet, dancing with an experienced dance caller, card games, a costume contest, a scavenger hunt with prizes, a professional photographer, vendors, and more. Admission to this 18+ event is $68.30 (or $120.05 for two). VIP is $125.22 and includes early entry, high tea service, a reserved seat, champagne, and the chance to judge the costume contest. Sat, Aug 8, 7-11 p.m., The Windamere, Two S. Main St., Middletown
Bring your own blanket and dish to this community potluck just off the Sixth Street Promenade. All are welcome to enjoy food, company, and local music until dusk. If you wish to contribute to the potluck, sign up here with your contribution. Sun, Aug 9, 6 p.m., Goebel Park, 526 Philadelphia St., Covington
