Southwest Ohio Parent Magazine

Kid-friendly picks that turn a Festival day into a full-on family adventure Your next adventure is in Dublin, Ohio! The Dublin Irish Festival returns July 31 through Aug. 2, and with kids...

100+ Things to Do Outside This Summer at Home

Guide Southwest Ohio - May 28, 2026

Summer is long. That's the good news and also, at some point around week three, the problem. If you need a running list of...

Monsoon Bay Is Open in Middletown

Summer Fun Southwest Ohio - May 26, 2026

Middletown families have been waiting a long time for a public pool. The city's last one, at Sunset Park, closed in 2009. This summer,...

Rentals at Winton Woods Harbor

Summer Fun Southwest Ohio Parent - May 25, 2026

This time of year is perfect for enjoying Winton Woods watersports. It's warm but not hot, and you can enjoy the breathtaking views of Winton Woods from the water.

Pools are open! Save on swimwear at Once Upon a Child

Online Spotlight Southwest Ohio Parent - May 22, 2026

It's officially pool season! Stock up on swimsuits this weekend at Once Upon a Child. Select swimsuits and sandals are 50% off their already low...

Taste of Cincinnati 2026 Returns This Memorial Day Weekend

Event Southwest Ohio - May 22, 2026

Taste of Cincinnati is back on Fifth Street this Memorial Day weekend, and it is free to attend. The festival runs May 22 through...

Pine Lake Waterpark & Beach – 2 Hours North of Dayton

Summer Fun Southwest Ohio - May 21, 2026

Pine Lake Waterpark is a solid summer day trip for families who want something more than a standard pool. Located about two hours north...

Free Movies on the Lawn at Washington Park: The 2026 Summer Lineup

Event Southwest Ohio - May 21, 2026

Washington Park's free outdoor movie series returns to Over-the-Rhine this summer, running Tuesday nights on the civic lawn from late May through September. The...