Photograph by Claire Lefton
Enjoy your long Labor Day weekend by checking out even more of the cool activities the city has to offer before summer ends.
Reds Post-Game Concert: Ludacris
Ludacris will perform after Friday’s Reds game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Concert admission is included with a game ticket. The rapper best known for songs like “Act a Fool”, “What’s Your Fantasy”, and “Move Bitch” will begin his performance approximately 20 minutes after the game ends. Fri, Sept 4, game 6:10 p.m., Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, downtown
Celebrate the beginning of apple season at Hidden Valley Orchards for two days of cider-sipping, fresh apple treats, farmers market shopping, live music, kids play areas, and more. Admission is free. Sat, Sept 5-Sun, Sept 6, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Hidden Valley Orchards, 5474 OH-48, Lebanon
Cartridge Brewing is throwing a beer run on the Little Miami Scenic Trail. Registration for both the 5K and 5 miler is $30 and includes a beer ticket and a finishers bottle opener. Top three runners will receive a trophy and special gift from the brewery. Sat, Sept 5, 10 a.m., Cartridge Brewing, 1411 Grandin Rd., Maineville
The ninth annual showcase of Loveland art will feature works (both for display and on sale) from over 70 artists plus live music, food trucks, a Loveland High School display, and animals from Raptor Inc. Attendees will also get to vote on the people’s choice winner of the festival. Sat, Sept 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Nisbet Park, 126 Karl Brown Way, Loveland
Lincoln Heights 80th Incorporation Anniversary
The Village of Lincoln Heights is honoring its 80-year legacy as the first self-governing African American municipality north of the Mason-Dixon. Festivities include a parade, band showcase, drum battle, vendor market, fireworks, local artisans, family activities, live music, a Community Homecoming Gathering, and more. Check the website for an official schedule and venues. Sat, Sept 5-Mon, Sept 7, various locations, Village of Lincoln Heights
The Cincinnati Pops will be live accompanying a screening of the Academy Award winning film La La Land (2016) for its tenth anniversary. A full jazz band will be playing along while being conducted by Damon Gupton who himself appears in the movie. Tickets start at $27. Sat, Sept 5-Sun, Sept 6, Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine
The legendary hip-hop group is stopping at Riverbend on its farewell tour, “Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber”. Best known for hits like “C.R.E.A.M.”, “Protect Ya Neck”, and “Gravel Pit” will be joined by fellow iconic rap group, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Tickets start at $46. Sat, Sept 5, 7:30 p.m., Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Twp.
It isn’t Labor Day Weekend in Cincinnati without Riverfest and the WEBN fireworks. Enjoy live entertainment, family activities, food vendors, and more throughout the day before the iconic 9 p.m. fireworks show by Rozzi’s. Sun, Sept 6, noon-10 p.m., Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, downtown
Stricker’s Grove Labor Day Picnic
The private family-owned amusement park will be open to the public on one of its signature days to honor the American labor movement. Admission is $22 and includes all rides, both wooden roller coasters, 18-hole mini golf, and soft drinks. Kids ages 2 and under get in free. Mon, Sept 7, noon-8 p.m., Stricker’s Grove, 11490 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Ross
