The weekend is finally here, and there’s no shortage of things to do around town.
Music fans have plenty to look forward to. The Cincy Blues Fest is bringing soulful tunes to Fairfield, and Bee Gees tribute band One Night Only will transport audiences straight back to the disco era. And don’t miss legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan as he takes the stage at PNC Pavilion. No matter your music taste, there’s a show for you.
If you’re craving something different, sip, stroll and soak in the summer vibes at Vinoklet Winery’s Summer Fair. Or indulge in delicious food at Greekfest. And for the thrill seekers out there, head to Heritage Bank Center where monster truck drivers will attempt jaw-dropping stunts.
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1. Cincy Blues Fest
After the Cincy Cool Cars Club Show, make sure to stay for Cincy Blues Fest to hear some soulful blues music. On Saturday, hear performances from Brandon Santini, Mud Morganfield, Jad Tariq and more. On Sunday, don’t miss performances by Noah Wotherspoon, Ralph and The Rhythm Hounds, The Lady Joya Band, Angela Combs Band, The Jamie Carr Band and more.
Cincy Cool Cars Club Show: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, corner of Wessel and Nilles Drive, Fairfield. $20 entry fee per vehicle. cincyblues.org.
Cincy Blues Fest: 2:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday, Village Green Park, 301 Wessel Drive, Fairfield. Free admission and parking. cincyblues.org.
2. Vinoklet Winery Summer Fair
Sip on your favorite beverage (including beer on tap), listen to good music, get a wine slushie and shop the craft show.
Details: 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Vinoklet Winery, 11069 Colerain Ave., Colerain Township. $5 cover charge, free parking. vinokletwines.com.
3. Waynesville Street Faire
Stroll down Main Street and browse the goods of local artisans, makers and vintage curators. Find one-of-a-kind treasures and enjoy live music and food truck favorites.
Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Main Street, historic downtown Waynesville. waynesvilleshops.com.
4. Greekfest
Immerse in Hellenic culture and zest for life. Enjoy delicious food and desserts and discover more about the Eastern Orthodox Faith while touring the church.
Details: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2500 Grand Ave., Middletown. facebook.com.
5. Monster Jam
Massive Monster Jam trucks and world-champion drivers do amazing stunts before your eyes. It’s as big as it gets, where 12,000-pound trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air in competitions of speed and skill.
Details: noon and 6 p.m. Saturday, noon Sunday, Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway, Downtown. heritagebankcenter.com.
6. ‘The Ultimate Tribute to the Bee Gees’
Experience the sound, harmonies and falsetto voices of the brothers Gibb by One Night Only, the ultimate tribute to the Bee Gees. Hear “Staying Alive,” “Night Fever,” “How Deep Is Your Love” and more performed live.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. tafttheatre.org.
7. Bob Dylan
Legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan is coming to Cincinnati this week. Joining him are special guests Lucinda Williams and The John Doe Folk Trio. Enjoy a free pre-show cookout included with ticket price.
Details: 7 p.m. Friday, PNC Pavilion, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township. riverbend.org.
8. Anime Ohio
Shop for art and merchandise from exhibitors, meet the voice actors from your favorite anime and games, listen to panels, learn in workshops and join the cosplay costume contest.
Details: 4-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville. $35 Friday and Sunday, $40 Saturday, $80 weekend pass. captureticketing.com.
9. ‘Lalovavi’
See “Lalovavi” this week, part of Cincinnati Opera’s Summer Festival. Set 400 years into the future, “Lalovavi” is an Afrofuturist adventure that follows Persephone, the youngest daughter of the ruler of Atlas, in the city formerly known as Atlanta.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturday, Springer Auditorium, Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. cincinnatiopera.org.
10. US 250th Anniversary Celebration
Enjoy live music from the Derek Alan Band, tasty treats from food trucks, and fun activities for the kids such as bouncy houses. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display.
Details: 5 p.m. Friday, Taylor Mill Pride Park, 5614 Taylor Mill Road, Taylor Mill. taylormillky.gov.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Top 10 events in Cincy this weekend. From Bob Dylan to monster trucks
Reporting by Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer / Cincinnati Enquirer
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