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Adult Programs

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Cincinnati Heritage Programs & Tours

Learn more about our city through our historical, cultural or architectural tours and lectures offered around Greater Cincinnati or build a customized tour just for your group.

• Hahn Site Field School

Become an amateur archaeologist for a week or more at the Hahn Site, a late prehistoric village site in Anderson Township.

Insights Lectures

Listen to local and national experts speaking on a variety of subjects chosen for their relevance to current events and for their ability to spark insight and dialogue.

• Programs for Adults
• Off the Rails After Hours
• Cincinnati Heritage Programs

• BREWING HERITAGE TRAIL

• PRIVATE TOURS
• TESTIMONIALS
• VOLUNTEERING

Authentic. Fun. Immersive

About the trail, follow the trail.

For the most immersive experience, book a tour with our experienced guides and learn the insider details to Cincinnati’s brewing heritage

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Signage marks historic brewery sites and individual buildings, as well as share important stories, facts, and photos along the way.

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BREWING HERITAGE TRAIL ROUTE

The first portion of the Brewing Heritage Trail opened in April 2019 and is about 3/4 of a mile long. You can HOP ON at Findlay Market or in Grant Park and a downloadable trail map is below. Follow along as we build out the rest of the Trail.  For the best tour experience, book a guided tour and learn first hand about Cincinnati’s rich brewing heritage.

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Cincy Region self-guided walking tours

Experience cincy culture at your own pace.

When you want to explore and learn about Cincinnati and NKY, self-guided walking tours are a great way to go. Taste your way down The B-Line bourbon trail in Northern Kentucky or create the ultimate street art stroll to see the colorful murals throughout Cincy. Don’t forget your phone for photos! Cruise at your own pace and enjoy the journey.

Walking Tours

Explore Cincy Culture at a leisurely pace with walking tours led by local experts. For history buffs, go deep underground to explore the tunnels that were instrumental to Cincy’s brewing heritage. Read More

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Village Events

Vintage Base Ball

Heritage Village Museum hosts vintage base ball matches at our Dan Lyon Field The Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball Club is comprised of two teams that both call the Dan Lyon Field home, the Cincinnati Red Stockings and the Cincinnati Buckeyes. For more...

Escape the Village

Escape the Village is an escape room style challenge! Choose from one of our two escape room adventures "Morgan's Raiders of the Lost Art" or "Leaving the Station." Dates: Jun. 15, Jul. 20, Aug. 17 & Sept. 21 There will be three time slots for...

Spirits by Starlight Ghost Tours

Jun. 15, Jul. 20 & Aug. 107 - 10 p.m. Heritage Village is proud to present the region's only year-round immersive, paranormal experience: Spirits by Starlight. Past and present collide here, and the Village performs as a portal for endless...

Period Dinner

Jul. 24 6-8 p.m. Join us for our 2024 Period Dinner Series and sample some 19th century cuisine. The July Period Dinner theme is From the Table at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. The menu includes: Brandied peaches with cheese, glazed ham, noodles a...

Little Village in the Big Woods

August 8 & 9 from 10am - 3pmLittle Village in the Big Woods  Step into the pages of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series for pioneer days at the Village! This event is perfect for history buffs, Laura fans, homeschoolers, and people who...

Broken Country, Broken Families, Broken Hearts: Divided Families of the Civil War

Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. One of the many tragedies of the Civil War was family members’ allegiance to opposing sides. Millie Henley of Historical Connections will present Broken Country, Broken Families, Broken Hearts: Divided Families of the Civil War....

Columbia Settlement 1788

Aug. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about the first pioneer settlers to the Cincinnati area as interpreters share artifacts and history.  This event will also include demonstrations, crafts, and games. Admission is $12 per adult, $8 per child (age...

Special Dinner Event: Start of Term Feast at Hogwarts

Aug. 28 6:30-8 p.m. Join us for a Special Dinner Event: Start of Term Feast at Hogwarts. Dishes will be prepared using 19th century cookbooks inspired by everyone's favorite school of witchcraft & wizardry! The menu includes: Snacks Off the...

Bridgerton Brunch

Bridgerton Brunch September 21 at 11am Join us for a Brunch Buffet and sample some 19th century cuisine. Lauren Woods will prepare the meal and give guests background into the history and preparation of each dish. Tickets include a guided walking...

Christmas by Candlelight Dinner

Dec. 3 & Dec. 10 6:30-8 p.m. Join us for Christmas by Candlelight and sample some 19th century cuisine. The 2024 Christmas by Candlelight Dinner theme is A Literary Christmas Feast. The menu includes Spinach & Winter Berry Salad, "Turkey A...

Haunted Village

Oct. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 6-10 p.m. (Entrance gate closes at 9 p.m.) Heritage Village Museum will transform into a Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Our 19th century village inside Sharon Woods is the perfect...

We are located inside Sharon Woods Park

11500 Lebanon Road Sharonville, OH 45241 (A GreatParks Parking Pass is required.)

1. Cincinnati Pride Parade and Festival

Cincinnati's most colorful and inclusive parade sashays along Seventh Street at 11 a.m. and heads south on Vine Street, dispersing into the massive Pride Festival at Sawyer Point Park. The family-friendly festival features a wide variety of vendors – with over 100 informational and nonprofits and more than 70 different retail vendors – plus plenty of food, beverages and entertainment, including this year's headliners, The Aces and Priyanka.

Details: noon-9 p.m. Saturday, Sawyer Point Park, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Downtown. Free. Cincinnatipride.com .

2. Covington Taco & Margarita Festival

Enjoy tacos, nachos, quesadillas and more from local vendors, as well as margaritas, live music and other entertainment.

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Details: 5-11 Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday, Goebel Park, 501 Philadelphia St., Covington. Free admission. cincyfests.com .

3. Ohio Anime Expo

Celebrate all things anime at this fun expo. Participate in video game tournaments, panel discussions and workshops, visit Maid Cafe, shop more than 100 vendors and exhibitors, and meet special guests Kelly Sheridan, Peter Kelamis, Shannon Chan-Kent, Morgan Berry, Brian Drummond, Brad Swaile and Alessandro Juliani.

Details: 4-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sharonville Convention Center, 11350 Chester Road, Sharonville. $80 VIP weekend pass, $50 weekend pass, $30 Saturday only, $25 Sunday only, $20 Friday only. Animeohio.com .

4. June in Olde Williamsburg

This annual festival includes amusement rides, games and activities for all ages, live music, craft vendors, food trucks, fireworks and a kids' fest. A parade kicks off the festival at 6 p.m. Friday. Rozzi's Fireworks cap off the festival Saturday night. To ease parking and congestion, there's a shuttle service between new the high school parking lot and the festival grounds provided by Croswell Bus Lines.

Details: 6-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday, Old High School grounds, 549 W. Main St., Williamsburg. Free. Facebook.com/juneinoldewilliamsburgh .

5. Juneteenth Tasting Event

Celebrate the cuisine of the market’s Black-owned businesses and sample dishes that harken back to the history and importance of Juneteenth. Eighteen vendors will be on hand with samples, including Afromeals, Eliza Jane's Bakeshop, Flavors of the Isle, Gramma Debbie's Kitchen and Nay Nay's Bread.

Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. $40 for 18 samples, $20 for 8 samples. Findlaymarket.org .

6. 'The Rocky Horror Show'

Experience the phenomenon that has captivated generations. Two squeaky-clean college kids meet a twist of fate as their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion. Inside, they encounter the charismatic Dr. Frank-n-Furter. RuPaul’s Drag Race contestant Dusty Ray Bottoms plays the lead in this humorous cult classic musical. Note: The play contains mature content unsuitable for young children and the faint of heart.

Details: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, The Carnegie, 1028 Scott St., Covington. Runs June 22-July 7. $18-$45. Thecarnegie.com .

7. Lebanon Garden Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Explore eight private gardens of the Northern Historic District of Lebanon on this self-guided tour. Homes are close enough to be walkable to each featured garden, and some of the older homes on the tour have interesting histories. You’ll find water features, herb, hosta and pollinator gardens, a community garden, sun/shade gardens and unique sculptures and artworks. Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions, and a scavenger hunt highlights a special feature of each garden. Those who complete it have a chance to win prizes. Ticket includes a map and admission. The tour is hosted by the Lebanon Council of Garden Clubs.

Details: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 16 E. South St., Lebanon. $20, $15 advance, free for ages 12-under. Zeffy.com .

8. Montgomery Garden & Tree Tour

Sign in at Swaim Park and receive a map of the gardens on the tour, then drive to each location and enjoy gardens at your own pace. The tour, hosted by the Montgomery Beautification & Tree Commission, includes five private gardens and two city parks. You'll discover gardens filled with native plant species, a garden with hydrangeas, a pollinator garden and homeowners who built a pond in their yard during pandemic lockdown. You can also get tips for discouraging deer and other foraging animals, and ideas for growing your own fruit, vegetables and herbs. Artists from Cincinnati Brush & Palette Painters will be at each garden creating works of art.

Details: 2-6 p.m. Sunday, Swaim Park, 7650 Cooper Road, Montgomery. Free. montgomeryohio.gov .

9. American Heritage Day

Symmes Township celebrates its 200th birthday this year and on Saturday hosts American Heritage Day, featuring historical reenactments, carriage rides, demonstrations, live music and more. Parking is available at Camp Dennison Memorial Park (State Route 126) and Kugler Mill Park (9950 Kugler Mill Road).

Details: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Christian Waldschmidt Homestead & Camp Dennison Museum, 7567 Glendale Milford Road, Symmes Township. Free. symmestownship.org .

10. SOS ART 2024

Now in its 22nd year, SOS ART 2024 presents a 24-day art show of creative expressions for peace and justice. The exhibition is a kaleidoscopic community view on the sociopolitical world, with more than 100 Greater Cincinnati artists taking part to make powerful and diverse statements on the theme. You'll find paintings, sculptures, photographs, prints, installations and artist presentations, as well as miniprints on peace and justice by artists from all over the United States. Opening night also includes a tribute to late artist Gloria McConnaghy, followed by a potluck reception and live music.

Details: 6 p.m. Friday, Art Academy of Cincinnati, 1212 Jackson St., Over-the-Rhine. Runs June 21-July 14. Free.

Honorable mention: Pet-friendly fun

Pet Palooza: Celebrate your pets, enjoy entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, doggie cool-off stations and pet-friendly activities, including a pet fashion show. Looking for a new best friend? There will also be onsite pet adoptions in partnership with SPCA and other non-profit pet adoption agencies.

• Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, State Route 128 and Ferry St., Miamitown. Free parking and admission. facebook.com .

Dojo Gelato Pride Pooch Parade Costume Contest: Dress up your four-legged friend and show them off on a red carpet parade. Judges will score the costumes based on creativity, cuteness and the dogs' ability to wear the costume as intended. The event benefits Cincinnati Animal CARE Shelter.

• Details: 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dojo Gelato, 1735 Blue Rock St., Northside. $5 entry fee per dog, free for spectators. Eventbrite.com .