The Cincinnati Van Gogh Experience is back! See why this updated experience is worth a visit, as it takes visitors through Vincent van Gogh’s life, his inspirations and the stories behind some of his most recognizable works. The newest edition also includes several interactive rooms, two virtual reality experiences and an “Infinite Sunflower” room.

ArtsWave has announced the first event in the 2026–27 Flow series, with "Branford Marsalis & Dianne Reeves Celebrate John Coltrane" on Thursday, Sept. 10.

“Freaks & Sideshows: American Circus Banners 1920 – 1970” opens on Thursday, July 30 at the American Sign Museum, exploring the people behind the banners – both the signpainters and the performers.

Local artist Paul Kroner marks a major milestone, with three of his metal sculptures selected for the 40th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition, opening Aug. 1 in New York City.

Yayoi Kusama’s “All the Eternal Love I Have for the Pumpkins,” now on view at Cincinnati Art Museum, is an immersive installation that allows viewers to enter an infinite field of glowing pumpkins.

The Truth & Inspiration Artist Showcase at the Contemporary Arts Center this Saturday, July 18, caps a year of ArtsWave’s Inspire Artist Grants, with a day filled with film screenings and performances, with free admission.

Leap into your holiday shopping early, as Cincinnati Ballet’s annual “Nutcracker in July” sale begins this Monday, July 20, bringing the magic of the winter holidays to the summer.

As it looks ahead to its 100th anniversary, ArtsWave announces the Sustaining Impact grants for 46 local arts organizations launching a new three-year funding cycle.

Founded in 1788, Cincinnati has played a part in America’s history. The city has been a pioneer in architecture, medicine, and civic institutions.

From politics to industry to the arts, Cincinnati has long held a place in the national conversation, inspiring generations to aim higher and go farther.

A rock concert meets a live painting, when Children's Theatre of Cincinnati presents “Artrageous,” a live, immersive experience at the Emery Theater, June 26–28.

Celebrate the Juneteenth Jubilee on Friday, June 19 at The Freedom Center and along Freedom Way! True to the the spirit of the earliest Juneteenth celebrations, all are welcome to join the fun, with live music, food trucks and a Community Market, plus FREE admission to the museum.

ArtsWave and MeetNKY have awarded nine Northern Kentucky Creative Placemaking Grants to support arts and cultural heritage projects in Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties.

From beloved favorites to the world premiere of The Black Opera Project, Tricia Suit shares why you don't want to miss any of the drama and romance of Cincinnati Opera.

Contemporary Arts Center hosts a giant playdate on Saturday, June 13 as Artful Adventure returns with hands-on creative experiences for all ages.

More than just one of the country's biggest and best art shows, this year’s Summerfair Cincinnati offers a new beer from High Grain Brewing and a collaboration with The Cincy Hat, both available exclusively at the fair. Summerfair returns to Coney Island, Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31, with more than 300 juried artists from across the country.

The Cincy Fringe Festival offers more than 150 performances from independent theatre makers in pop-up venues all over OTR, May 29 to June 13.

Don't miss a performance 20 years in the making, as The 50 Shoes return for one-night-only at the Weston Art Gallery, on Friday, May 22, with a mix of poetry, genre-defying music, dance performance and visual art.

“The House on Watch Hill,” now playing at Ensemble Theater Cincinnati, is a thrilling new musical about group of teen misfits in the summer of 1984, full of nostalgia, heart, and a touch of the supernatural.

Enjoy a free performance and guided wellness experience from Cincinnati Ballet, at Seasongood Pavilion in Eden Park on Saturday, May 23, in partnership with Cincinnati Parks and Cincinnati Parks Foundation.

Fun fact: Music Hall was built specifically for choral music.You can celebrate that rich cultural history – and the legacy of one of the oldest choral traditions in the country – as the May Festival begins this weekend. From poetry-inspired works to a bold, genre-blending Mass, the celebratory opening night on Friday, May 15, honors the May Festival’s history while embracing the sound of its future. 

Contemporary Arts Center is partnering with Hamilton County Juvenile Court on a new initiative as the multi-media exhibition, “Voices Unheard: Art, Identity, and Experience,” is open now through May 31.

The Tony Award-winning musical “Suffs” about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote is playing at the Aronoff Center for the Arts through May 17.

Developed over eight years in Cincinnati, “Label•less,” a powerful musical created by Drew Lachey and Lea Lachey, is preparing for its Off-Broadway debut this summer. But tonight, Thursday, May 7 local audiences and supporters have the chance to enjoy an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the production at this pivotal moment in its evolutionl

Regional literary champions, under the leadership of author Holly Brians Ragusa, have launched Lit Cincy, a new non-profit created to support, connect, and uplift the literary community across the region.

Art Academy of Cincinnati, along with local artists, and students from Summit Country Day School, celebrate AMERICA 250! with sculptures made of Duck Tape, on view in Washington Park through May 18.

Contemporary Arts Center welcomes Lacy Schutz as interim executive director, starting May 18. Schutz brings nearly 20 years of cultural institution leadership to this new role.

Cincinnati Public Radio celebrate it’s first anniversary in their new headquarters, The Scripps Family Center for Public Media, with an open house on Saturday, April 25.

The public is invited to stop by for a look at the state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly building, meet on-air and behind-the-scenes staff, and enjoy great performances by arts and culture partners.