Your Ultimate Guide to the Taste of Cincinnati 2025

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One of Cincinnati’s biggest street parties is back this Memorial Day Weekend. The Taste of Cincinnati returns for its 46th year with a packed lineup of local eats, live music, and new experiences.

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Taste weekend!

When and Where

Taste of Cincinnati takes place Saturday, May 24th through Monday, May 26th, stretching from Main Street to Sentinel Street along Fifth Street.

Festival hours are:
Saturday, May 24: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday, May 25: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day): 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

What’s New This Year

This year’s festival features 92 vendors, including 36 food trucks and 10 new participants, many of which are Black-owned, woman-owned, or brand-new to the city’s food scene. A freshly revamped Findlay Market Zone is taking over the space at Fifth and Broadway, featuring 25 curated vendors and an artisan market with local makers and creators.

Vendor Highlights

From soul food and seafood to vegan eats and craft cocktails, Taste of Cincinnati’s food lineup reflects the city’s expanding scene. Highlights include:
New this year: Chef B’s Eatery, Luxe Sweets & Eats, Cocoa Bomb Confections, Marlex Grill, Marie’s Popcorn.
Fan favorites returning: The Cheesecakery, Sweets & Meats BBQ, Island Frydays, Funnel Cake Crazy, and Alabama Que.
Drink standouts: Tropical cocktails from Almost V’gan, bourbon slushies, local brews, and fresh fruit lemonades.

Looking for award-winning plates? Winners of the 2025 “Best of Taste” competition will have signs at their booths so you can skip straight to the top-rated dishes.

Entertainment Lineup

Taste of Cincinnati isn’t just about the food. The music lineup includes more than three dozen artists across genres, performing on stages spread throughout the festival. Full music schedule and stage locations are available on the Taste of Cincinnati website or via their app.

Getting There and Road Closures

Closed from 6 p.m. Friday, May 23 through 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 27:
Fifth Street from Main to Sentinel Streets
Sycamore Street between Fourth and Sixth Streets
Broadway Street between Fourth and Sixth Streets

Plan to take the streetcar, rideshare, or use nearby parking garages.

Admission and Payments

Taste of Cincinnati is free to attend. Food and drink purchases are pay-as-you-go, and most vendors accept both cash and card. Some booths may be cash-only, so plan accordingly.

Pro Tips Before You Go

Come hungry, wear comfy shoes. There’s a lot to taste and plenty of ground to cover.
Follow @CincyChamber and @TasteCincinnati on social media for live updates, performance times, and must-try dishes.
Arrive super early or really late to beat the mid-day rush, especially on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Bring water, sunscreen, and a reusable bag for market purchases.