Summertime Cincy: Things to Do This Weekend July 4-6th

It’s July 4th weekend in the Queen City, and the city’s doing what it always does, turning up something crazy. Fireworks, cookouts, festivals, day parties, and plenty of room to move around before Monday hits.

If you’re staying local, here’s what’s lined up in Cincinnati this weekend:

Friday, July 4

High Note @ Ovation
Evening rooftop party with fireworks views | Hosted by @cegevents513
@highnoterooftop

Fort Thomas Independence Day Celebration
Parade at 10:30AM | Fireworks at dusk
@fortthomasky

Cincinnati Pops at Riverbend
8PM concert followed by fireworks along the Ohio River
@riverbendpnc

Ault Park July 4th Celebration
Family fest and car show from 11AM–10PM | Fireworks around 10PM
@aultpark

Washington Park 4th of July Celebration
Live bands, drinks, yard games | 6PM–10PM
@washingtonparkotr

Sawyer Point Fireworks Festival
Riverside food, music, vendors | 2PM–10PM
@sawyerpoint

Braxton Brewing @ Factory 52
New taproom Fourth of July bash | Starts at 12PM
@factory52norwood

Western Athletic Club Pool Party
Day party with a private fireworks show | 12PM–8PM
@westernathleticclub

MadTree Park & Rec: Red, White & BOOM
Food, games, drinks, DJs | 4PM–Midnight
@madtreeparksandrec

The Acres Fourth of July Bash
Lawn games, live music, food trucks | 12PM–10PM
@acrescincinnati

Saturday, July 5

WIZ Splash Bash
1PM–4PM | Dunham Recreation Center
Free swim event hosted by 101.1 The WIZ and IDEA Public Schools. Open to the public—perfect for families.

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