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Sunday, September 27
Sep 21–27 All day
Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week
Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week Fall 2026 Edition September 21-27 *KICK OFF PARTY* SEPTEMBER 17 WHAT: The fall edition of the Queen City’s…
Sep 24–27 All day
Barnesville Pumpkin Festival
The "King" Pumpkin in 2025 was grown by Bill Neptune of New Concord, OH, weighing in at an impressive 1,952 lbs. and…
Sep 25–27 All day
Covington Oktoberfest
Braxton Brewing hosts this weekend celebration at Goebel Park, expanded onto 6th Street and Main Street this year, featuring local food and…
Sep 25–27 All day
Newport Oktoberfest
This beloved regional tradition brings three days of authentic Bavarian celebration to Newport's Festival Park, featuring expanded attractions, new food vendors, a…
Sep 26–27 All day
Art Fair
Welcome fall at our annual Art Fair! Shop from talented local artists, enjoy live music, pick from a variety of food trucks,…
Sep 26–27 All day
Country Applefest
Lebanon's only two-day arts and crafts festival features over 300 arts, crafts, and food vendors plus live entertainment each day at the…
Sep 26–27 All day
DAI Oktoberfest
Held annually during the fourth full weekend of September, Oktoberfest is one of the region's favorite fall traditions. The festival features live music, delicious…
Sep 26–27 All day
Fall Family Fun Weekends
Make memories. Explore the farm. Enjoy fall together — without the admission price! Wander through our Corn Maze and Sunflower Walk, take…
Sep 26–27 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Animal Encounter Weekend
Celebrate the first two opening weekends of Fall on the Farm, Sept. 19-20 & 26-27, with a guest favorite from seasons past…
Sep 26–27 10:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Ohio Renaissance Festival
Travel back to the Middle Ages and experience an authentic 16th-century England celebration during the Ohio Renaissance Festival! Explore the 35-acre permanent…
Sep 26–27 Noon–4 p.m.
Pioneer Life
Travel back in time to early 1800s Ohio at Governor Bebb MetroParks' historic Pioneer Village. Immerse yourself in the daily life of…
Sun, Sep 27 All day
Waynesville Fall Fest
If you’re looking for a new family tradition, Waynesville Fall Fest has you covered! We’re excited to return this season with more…
Sun, Sep 27 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Brown’s Fall Family Fun Weekends
Fall Family Fun Weekends Fall Weekends begin September 12th and 13th!! Make memories. Explore the farm. Enjoy fall together — without the admission…
Sun, Sep 27 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fall Food Fest
Findlay Market's premier autumn celebration lets guests sample fall-themed dishes and drinks from a wide array of vendors while enjoying live music…
Sun, Sep 27 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Love Shack: Community Arts & Wellness Day
Description LOVE SHACK: COMMUNITY ARTS & WELLNESS DAY is a free celebration of creativity, connection, healing, and community. Originally created as an outreach…
Sun, Sep 27 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tricks and Treats
Get ready for spooktacular autumn fun at Kings Island's Tricks and Treats! This family-friendly event is packed with fall festivities for all…
Sun, Sep 27 1 p.m.–4 p.m.
RAPTOR Inc. Open House
RAPTOR Inc’s facilities are open to the public during our Open House Events and by appointment only. On the last Sunday of…
Sun, Sep 27 1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Scout Stream Exploration Day
Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Recommended Audience: This program is designed for scouts along with their parent chaperones. Children must attend the program…
Sun, Sep 27 2 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Corner of the Sky: The Songs of Stephen Schwartz
Shows Tuesday thru Sunday Sep 5 - 27, 2026 Phone:
Sun, Sep 27 2:30 p.m.–4 p.m.
West Side Story
This collaboration between the Dayton Opera, Ballet, and Philharmonic—alongside Wright State University's School of Fine and Performing Arts—brings Bernstein's legendary music and…
Also happening Sunday, September 27
Aug 29 – Sep 27 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
A Living Museum of Botanical Splendor
Step into a world where nature becomes art at the Krohn Conservatory’s 2026 Fall Show: A Living Museum of Botanical Splendor. This Fall shows’ theme…
Sep 15–27 All day
The Great Gatsby
The party's roaring in Cincinnati! The Great Gatsby is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Show 6 more ongoing events for Sunday, September 27
Aug 20 – Oct 25 7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival AUGUST 20 - OCTOBER 25, 2026 Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Evenings Join us for a spectacular family-friendly…
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
Sep 19 – Nov 1 All day
Fall Farm Family Fun at Young’s Jersey Dairy
Here at Young’s – fall is our favorite. If you’ve been longing for the perfect fall day, we can help you plan…
Sep 18 – Nov 1 All day
Underwater Pumpkin GLOW
Underwater Pumpkin GLOW! Will Return September 18 - November 1, 2026! Join the fun this fall as you explore an underwater world…
Sep 19 – Nov 1 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Blooms & Berries Fall on the Farm
2026 Dates, September 19-November 1 | Voted Best Pumpkin Patch/Farm in Cincinnati, Fall On The Farm is a must-do family autumn adventure!…
Sep 25 – Oct 31 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Fall Fest at Neltner’s Farm
At Neltner’s Farm, autumn is the time for harvest and celebration, and we invite your family to join ours for the annual…