Looking for something fun to do this summer? Check out these ideas for Summer Fun in Southwest Ohio from our advertising partners!
Summer Fun around Southwest Ohio:
The Strong Kids Triathlon
Join us Saturday, August 1st for the Annual Strong Kids Triathlon at the Y! Kids ages 5–12 will swim, bike, and run their way to confidence and fun—then enjoy free entry to the Kroger Aquatic Center. It’s more than a race—it’s a celebration of determination and achievement!
Phone: (937) 223-5201
Address: 7251 Shull Rd., Huber Heights, OH 45424
Aglamesis Brothers
Step into a Cincinnati tradition at Aglamesis Brothers! Since 1908, we’ve been crafting gourmet homemade ice cream and chocolates. Cool down with a scoop of our classic flavors or indulge in a sweet confection. A perfect spot for family fun and creating delicious summer memories!
Address: 3046 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209
9899 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242
304 Main St., Hamilton, OH 45242
Brady Block Parties
Gather family and friends for an evening of food, activities, art and the sounds of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra in a neighborhood near you! Join us at our Brady Block Parties, free outdoor concerts taking place across Greater Cincinnati including Downtown, Evanston, the West End, Madisonville and Woodlawn/Lincoln Heights.
Phone: (513) 381-3300
Address: Various Locations
Red, White & BOOM! with the Cincinnati Pops
The Cincinnati Pops presents Red, White & BOOM! at Riverbend Music Center on Saturday, July 4th. Gather the family and celebrate Independence Day with a showcase of patriotic favorites inspired by the beauty of this land and its peoples, plus post-concert fireworks! Tickets are just $10 and all active and retired military members are FREE. Plus, $5 of every ticket purchased will be donated to DAV.
Phone: (513) 381-3300
Address: 6295 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230
Code Ninjas Green Township
Give your child a summer filled with creativity, coding, robotics, game design, and tech-powered fun at Code Ninjas Green Township! Kids build games, explore Roblox & Minecraft, create with AI, and develop problem-solving skills in a fun, supportive environment designed to turn screen time into something meaningful.
Phone: (513) 878-1338
Address: 6507 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45247
Charm at the Farm Vintage Market
Charm at the Farm is an open-air market in a picturesque setting in Lebanon, Ohio, held one weekend only each June, August and October. Find boho chic home décor and unique gifts from Charm’s 100+ small business boutiques all in one whimsical place. Enjoy plentiful food, yummy drinks and endless photo opps while shopping Charm’s eclectic selection of vintage and handmade items, repurposed furniture, jewelry, clothing and more. This year marks Charm’s 10th anniversary, so expect special surprises, gifts and giveaways too!
2026 Charm market dates: June 12–13 | August 14–15 | October 16–18
Address: 4953 Bunnell Hill Rd., Lebanon, OH 45036
Olentangy Caverns & Olentangy Rock & Gem Shop
Explore a kid-friendly cave. Mine for gems. Start your rock collection at our Rock & Gem Shop. Hunt for treasure in the maze. Play on our REAL fire truck, then walk the Bigfoot Walking Trail. Enjoy a round of mini-golf. And visit Columbus’s largest petting zoo. Open daily through November 1 Located just 10 minutes from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
Phone: (740) 548-7917
Address: 1779 Home Rd., Delaware, OH 43015
Whitewater Valley Rail Road
With regular and special trains running April-December, you’re sure to find the perfect opportunity to visit our railroad with family and friends. Summer excursions include the Valley Flyer, Whitewater Limited, Wild West Special, Civil War Special and October’s Valley Voyager of Metamora.
Phone: (765) 825-2054
Address: 455 Market St. Connersville, IN 47331
MetroParks of Butler County
MetroParks is Butler County’s largest greenspace provider, with nearly 5,000 acres and 15 parks and regional trails to explore! Get outside and enjoy our playgrounds, creeks and trails or join us for family fun at the Big Backyard Nature Bash, Nature Explorers, Fun on the Farm and much more.
Phone: (513) 867-5835
Address: Multiple locations
Music Together of South Dayton
Sing, dance, and JAM together! Make the summer magical (and musical!) with classes for children 0-8 years old and the grownups who love them. Choose one 4-week session or enroll in “Unlimited Summer” to have all-access! Families also receive a songbook, CD, and access to resources on the Music Together App.
Phone: (614) 499-4133
Address: Locations in Beavercreek, Centerville and Oakwood, OH
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library
Summer Reading for kids and teens is happening now through July 31! Stop by to get a Summer Reading challenge sheet, a book of your choice to keep, a Cincinnati Reds voucher for two view-level tickets ( while supplies last), a Raising Cane’s coupon (while supplies last) and your first camp badge!
Phone: (513) 369-6900
Address: All 41 Library Locations!
Cincy STEM Lab
Give your child a summer of discovery at The STEM Lab! From action-packed summer camps to engaging weeknight engineering and cooking classes, plus exciting Saturday theme adventures, TSL makes learning unforgettable. Kids build confidence, creativity, and real STEM skills while having fun, making friends, and exploring their big ideas.
Phone: (513) 857-3366
Address: 2807 Woodburn Ave., Cincinnati OH 45206
Cincinnati School of Music
Dream big. Play music. Give your child a musical summer with private, one-on-one lessons for piano, voice, guitar, drums, violin, winds, and early childhood music. Five Cincinnati-area locations. Month-to-month enrollment. Start anytime. Schedule Your Intro Lesson today!
Phone: (513) 560-9175
Address: Locations in Maineville, Montgomery, Mason, Anderson, and Middletown
Five Rivers MetroParks
Five Rivers MetroParks manages 18 clean, safe parks and the 2nd Street Market, which are free to use and open year-round, in the Dayton area. MetroParks provides programs for families such as Conservation Kids, and many MetroParks include family-friendly amenities, such as nature play areas. Visit metroparks.org/outdoor-play.
Phone: (937) 275-7275
Address: Multiple locations
Aullwood Audubon
Aullwood Audubon is a 200-acre nature sanctuary and educational farm in Dayton, Ohio. Part of the National Audubon Society, it is nationally recognized for environmental programming that focuses on connecting children of all ages with the wonders of birds, nature, wildlife and bird-friendly farming. Have an adventure at Aullwood today!
Phone: (937) 890-7360
Address: 1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton, OH 45414-1120
Kids First Sports Center
Experience a thrilling summer at Camp-A-Palooza at Kids First Sports Center. Kids First is the country’s largest children’s activity center, offering exceptional instruction in gymnastics, swimming, ninja, and more! Explore over an acre of outdoor fun with a rock climbing wall, giant Slip-n-Slide, horticultural station, and more! Weekly field trips round out the camper experience!
Phone: (513) 489-7575
Address: 7900 E Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45259
ZipZone Outdoor Adventures
ZipZone is Central Ohio’s premier outdoor adventure destination and a USA TODAY 10Best aerial adventure park. Guests 7 – adult can enjoy guided zip line canopy tours, a treetop Adventure Park with 60+ obstacles, and a Kids Park for ages 4–7. Perfect for families, groups, and thrill-seekers. Reservations recommended.
Phone: (614) 847-9477
Address: 7925 N High St., Columbus
Louisville Mega Cavern
Plunge into the Louisville Mega Cavern, the world’s only fully underground adventure park! Ignite your adrenaline on our subterranean zip lines and challenge courses, or explore hidden history by tram. Whether it’s epic team-bonding or high-stakes competition, the depths are calling.
Phone: (877) 614-6342
Address: 1841 Taylor Ave., Louisville, KY
Kids Markets
Kids run the show at these events! We invite children aged 5-17 to share their business ideas with the community. Signing up for a Kids Market gives them the experience of entrepreneurship. Learning to create, price, and market a product, as well as basic life skills like the value of money, communication and time management. All while having fun at the events and building confidence and resilience. Visit KidsMarkets.com to view all upcoming markets near you and to register. Their products can be anything! Whether it’s handmade items, store-bought goods, food, games or services, the most important thing is that people want to buy it!
Website: kidsmarkets.com
Locations: Markets in Springfield, Dayton, Piqua & more
Dublin Irish Festival
Worth the drive! The Dublin Irish Festival, July 31–Aug. 2, brings the music, dance and culture that deliver the sights, sounds and traditions of Ireland to Central Ohio. Families will love the Wee Folk area, Celtic Canines, Kids Highland Games and 20+ inflatables. Kids 11 and under are FREE!
Phone: (614) 410-4545
Address: Coffman Park, 5600 Post Rd., Dublin
Interactive Water Park at Washington Park
Cool off in the water! A state-of-the-art, 7,000-square-foot interactive water feature is a focal point for Washington Park and a year-round attraction. The water feature consists of more than 130 pop-up jets that can be synchronized to music and lights. Other elements include steps with cascading water and a large boulder with water flowing over the sides to create a playful attraction for children. Open daily through October, from 10:00am to 9:00pm.
Address: 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati
GetOut Ohio
GetOut Ohio is a variety membership offering admission to 50+ family-friendly attractions across Ohio for a full year. Members enjoy summer activities like Reds, Dragons, and Y’alls games, museums, arcades, entertainment, and more — all with one affordable membership.
Save with code CINCYSUMMER to receive lowest discounted price.
Website: getout.com/memberships/ohio?ref=CINCYSUMMER
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum
Make new summer memories at Pyramid Hill! Visit to experience over 60 monumental sculptures across 470 acres of beautiful park grounds, gardens, and more. Families will love touring on an Art Cart (yes, golf carts!), hiking our forested trails, and family-friendly programming hosted throughout the summer.
Phone: (513) 868-8336
Address: 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton
