Fun Things to Do in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Dayton, and Southeast Indiana
Looking for something fun to do in September? Check out our list of local events throughout Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio; Northern Kentucky; and Southeastern Indiana. You are sure to find something to do. Events are in order by region and then by date.
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September Events in Cincinnati, Ohio
Barbie: A Cultural Icon (WEST)
Through September 1, 2025
Cincinnati Museum Center at 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
150+ vintage dolls on display
Highland County Fair (NORTH)
Through September 6, 2025
604 John St #1030, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
Fair fun!
Hairspray (WEST)
Through September 14, 2025
Warsaw Incline Theater at 801 Matson Pl., Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
Musical with eight Tony awards — Tracy wants to dance on the Corney Collins Show!
Food to Table: Food and Identity in the Age of Impressionism (CENTRAL)
Through September 15, 2025
Cincinnati Art Museum at 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Explores the intersections of art, gastronomy, and national identity in fin-de-siècle France
Where the Mountain Meets the Sea (CENTRAL)
Through September 28, 2025
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Lyrical storytelling and live folk music with a tale of rediscovering love between a son and father
A Healing Garden (CENTRAL)
Through October 12, 2025
Krohn Conservatory at 1501 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Inspiration from the Padua Botanical Garden in Italy, the oldest in the world; Learn about thegarden’s history, its role in modern medicine, and the fundamental importance of plants to human well-being and society
Ohio Renaissance Fair (NORTH)
Through October 26, 2025 (weekends + Labor Day Monday)
10542 E State Route 73, Waynesville, OH 45068
Step back in time to 16th century England with costumed characters, medieval jousting, giant turkey legs, artisan shops, and a different theme every week. 10:30am–7pm
Keehner Park Concert Series (NORTH)
September 1, 2025
Keehner Park at 7211 Barret Road, West Chester, Ohio 45069
7pm–9pm, bring chairs/blankets
Stricker Grove Amusement Park (NORTH)
September 1 and October 12, 2025
11490 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton, Ohio 45013
Variety of rides and games for all ages
Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour (CENTRAL)
September 2–30, 2025 (+ dates through Dec 30)
Outside Planet Fitness at 145 Second St. East, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Downtown, Findlay Market and 6 food stops
Cinema (CENTRAL)
September 2, 16, and 23, 2025 (Tuesdays)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Bring a lawn chair! 9pm–11pm
Over-the-Rhine Craft and Artisans Market (CENTRAL)
September 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2025 (Tuesdays through October 28, 2025)
Ziegler Park at 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Artisan and farmers market
All Hallows’ Eve – Terror Town (EAST)
September 2 –November 1, 2025
1449 Greenbush Cobb Rd., Williamsburg, Ohio 45176
19th century town and haunted trail
Ani DiFranco Tour (CENTRAL)
September 3, 2025
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Concert
Delhi Parks Summer Concerts (WEST)
September 3, 2025
Delhi Park Performance Pavilion at 5125 Foley Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45238
Food and drinks available; 7pm
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Movies in the Park (NORTH)
September 3, 2025
RiversEdge Amphitheater, 116 Dayton St, downtown Hamilton, Ohio
7pm movies; bring a blanket
Public Tram Tour at Spring Grove (WEST)
September 3 and 21, 2025 (+dates through October 26, 2025)
4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45232
Enjoying touring the cemetery
Cincinnati Booze and Boos Tour (CENTRAL)
September 4–27, 2025 (various dates)
Queen City Radio at 222 W. 12th St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Learn about Over-the-Rhine’s haunted spots
Films at the Factory (EAST)
September 4, 2025
Factory 52 at 3490 Beech St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45212
7pm–10pm; Bring blankets and chairs; Food and drinks available
Gaelic Storm (CENTRAL)
September 4, 2025
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Concert
Groovin’ on the Green (NORTH)
September 4, 2025
Village Green Park at 310 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Music, food trucks; Thursday concerts begin at 7pm
Thiftin Thursdays (EAST)
September 4, 2025 (first Thursday of the month through Oct)
Downtown Loveland, Ohio
Curated vendors selling their goods! 4pm–8pm
An Enemy of the People (CENTRAL)
September 5–20, 2025
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Adaptation of an Ibsen classic
Braxton Factory 52 Oktoberfest
September 5–7, 2025
4600 Beech St., Norwood, Ohio 45212
Beer, pretzels, music, activities
Clinton County Corn Festival (NORTH)
September 5–7, 2025
Clinton Co. Fairgrounds at 958 W. Main St., Wilmington, Ohio 45177
Food items made if corn, parade, games and more
Concerts in the Park – Colerain (WEST)
September 5, 2025
Colerain Park Amphitheater at 4725 Springdale Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio
7pm concert
Dive-In Movie (CENTRAL)
September 5, 2025
Ziegler Park at 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Float the night away and enjoy a movie; 7:30pm
First Friday Weekend in Middletown (NORTH)
September 5 and 6, 2025 (+Oct 3/4, Nov7/8, Dec 5/6)
Pendleton Arts Center at 1105 Central Ave., Middletown, Ohio 45042
Meet artists and enjoy food, music, art, friends, and fun
Jeezy Presents TM:101 (CENTRAL)
September 5, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Hip-hop icon Young Jeezy commemorates his 20th anniversary of Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101
Roper Romp in Middletown (NORTH)
September 5, 2025
Downtown Middletown, Ohio
Pub crawl and costume party, inspired by the character Helen Roper from the sitcom “Three’s Company”
Sizzling Summer Series Concerts in Colerain Township (WEST)
September 5, 2025
Colerain Park at 4725 Springdale Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45251
Enjoy the music; 7:00pm
St. Saviour Fall Festival (EAST)
September 5–7, 2025
4136 Myrtle Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45236
What Happens in Vegas (CENTRAL)
September 5–13, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Songs associated with Vegas
Anderson Park District Oktoberfest
September 6, 2025
Beech Acres Park at 6910 Salem Road, Cincinnati, Ohio
Music, delicious local eats, craft beer from regional breweries, wiener dog races and German-style games
Captain Fantastic Detroit: Ultimate Elton John Tribute (NORTH)
September 6, 2025
Sorg Opera House at 63 S. Main St., Middletown, Ohio 45044
A full-scale Elton John experience
Darkside of Brewing Tours (CENTRAL)
September 6–27, 2025; Oct 3-31; Nov 1-29 (Fri/Sat)
111 W. McMicken Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Chilling tales of grave robbing and other deadly events
Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
September 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2025 (+dates through December 27)
Washington Park at 1309 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Weekly on Saturdays; Explore new cultural dishes
Finds on the Farm Fall Craft Show (NORTH)
September 6–7, 2025
Niedermann Family Farm at 5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Rd., Liberty Twp., Ohio 45011
70+ vendors
Loveland Art Festival (EAST)
September 6, 2025
119 Harrison Avenue, Loveland, Ohio 45140
70+ artist booths; highlights local artists from a wide variety of genres including pottery, fiber art, photography, jewelry, painting, wood working, mixed media; music, food
Loveland Frogman Race Triathlon (EAST)
September 6–7, 2025
126 South Karl Brown Way, Loveland, Ohio 45140
5-mile canoe/kayak; 8-mile bike; 5k run
Mike Masse: Epic Acoustic Classic Rock (NORTH)
September 6, 2025
Fairfield Community Arts Center at 411 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Soulful acoustic renditions of timeless classics
Pavilion Series in Evendale (EAST)
September 6, 2025
10500 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
7pm concerts; food trucks
Sacred Journey Market (EAST)
September 6, 2025
Holiday Inn and Suites Cincinnati at 4501 Eastgate Blvd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45245
Mystical world, crystal and candle vendors; healers and more
St. Clement Festival and Pig Roast (CENTRAL)
September 6–7, 2025
4626 Vine St., St. Bernard, Cincinnati, Ohio 45217
Festival fun!
Summer Pavilion Concerts in Evendale (EAST)
September 6, 2025
Evendale Pavilion at 10500 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
Free concerts; various start times
Taste of Harrison (WEST)
September 6, 2025
Downtown Harrison, Ohio
Tantalizing array of Harrison’s eateries stationed in the heart of the downtown district
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The Laugh Out Loud Podcast World Tour
September 7, 2025
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Interactive games, topics
Kroger Queen City LPGA Championship (NORTH)
September 8–14, 2025
TPC River’s Bend at 316 Winding River Blvd., Maineville, Ohio 45039
Watch golf!
Back to The Future: The Musical (CENTRAL)
September 9–21, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Great Scot! The movie is now a musical!
Community Nights at Findlay Market (CENTRAL)
September 10 and 24, 2025 (+Oct 8/22)
1801 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Connect with the neighborhood
Queen City LPGA Championship (NORTH)
September 11–14, 2025
TPC Rivers’s Bend, Maineville, Ohio
Elevated experience with the best in women’s golf
Remembrance Ceremony (EAST)
September 11, 2025 (1pm)
Milford Community Fire Department at 687B US 50, Milford, Ohio 45150
Remembering 911
Dog Day Downtown Middletown (NORTH)
September 12, 2025
Downtown Middletown, Ohio
Bring your BFF’s (Best Furry Friends) to to enjoy loads of free treats, doggy vendors, activities, DJs and more
80’s Neon Lights (NORTH)
September 12, 2025
Sorg Opera House at 63 S. Main St., Middletown, Ohio 45044
High-octane night of 80s power pop and rock
The Kaplan New Works Series: Colors of Emotion (CENTRAL)
September 12–20, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Ballet performs
Loveland Oktoberfest (EAST)
September 12–13, 2025
Nisbett Park at 126 South Karl Brown Way, Loveland, Ohio 45140
Beer, food, music!
Loveland Stage Company: Kendra Morris (EAST)
September 12, 2025
111 South 2nd St., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Singer & song writer
Westwood Town Hall Live (WEST)
September 12, 2025
Westwood Town Hall Park at 3017 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
7pm–10pm; free concert
All-Star Vegas: Piff the Magic Dragon (CENTRAL)
September 13, 2025
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Circus artists, comedians, impossible illusions
ArtisanFest513 Small Business Flea (CENTRAL)
September 13 and 27, 2025 (+Oct 18/31; Nov 8/29; Dec 13/14)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A gathering of local artisans and small businesses
Cliftonfest (CENTRAL)
September 13, 2025
Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Art and music festival
Dead Man’s Rocky Horror Shadowcast (NORTH)
September 13, 2025
Sorg Opera House at 63 S. Main St., Middletown, Ohio 45044
Rocky Horror Picture Show to life with a raucous cast, audience participation, and over-the-top fun
Fairfield Township Patriots Day Car Show and Concert (NORTH)
September 13, 2025
6032 Morris Road, Hamilton Ohio 45011
Glendale Annual Street Fair (WEST)
September 13, 2025
Village Square, Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
Local vendors, arts and crafts, food truck area, music and entertainment
Hamilton Flea (NORTH)
September 13, 2025
Marcum Park at 106 North 2nd St., Hamilton, Ohio
10am–4pm; variety of local artisans who specialize in handcrafted goods and high-quality services
Hammer Deaf Expo (EAST)
September 13, 2025
Oasis Conference Center at 902 Loveland-Miamiville Rd., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Bringing resources and opportunities for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community
Middletown Comic Expo (NORTH)
September 13–14, 2025
Miami University Middletown at N. University Blvd., Middletown, Ohio
Celebrating comic books and pop culture
Jurassic Races @ Belterra Park (EAST)
September 13, 2025
6301 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45230
Suit up in your favorite T-Rex costume and spring 50 yards
Next To Normal (CENTRAL)
September 13–October 5, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati at 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Pulitzer and Tony-award winning rock musical about coping with mental illness
Oaktoberfest
September 13, 2025
Geier Esplanade/Oakley Square at 2980 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
5–9pm; music, face painting, MadTree beer
The Off Market (EAST)
September 13, 2025 (+Nov 22)
Summit Park at 4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Artisans, brewers, bakers and farmers gather to sell
Walnut Hills Food and Drink Tour (EAST)
September 13 and 27, 2025 (+more dates thru December 6)
Various Walnut Hills businesses
Sample food and drink from local restaurants and bars
Water Lantern Festival (CENTRAL)
September 13, 2025
Mirror Lake at Eden Park, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Customize paper lanterns and prepare them to sail upon the park’s Mirror Lake
Waynesville Fall Fest (NORTH)
September 13–November 2, 2025 (Sat/Sun)
Downtown Waynesville, Ohio 45068
40+ artisan vendors, antiques
Waynesville Street Faire (NORTH)
September 13, 2025
Downtown Waynesville, Ohio 45068
40+ artisan vendors, antiques
Bengals Home Games (CENTRAL)
September 14, 2025 (+Oct 5, 16, 26; Nov 23; Dec 14; Jan TBD)
Paycor Stadium at 1 Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
British Car Day (NORTH)
September 14, 2025
Village Green Park at 301 Wessel Dr, Fairfield, Ohio 45014
View classic cars; live music; food trucks
Cin City Reptile Show (WEST)
September 14, 2025 (+Oct 5, Nov 9, Dec 14)
Holiday Inn Cincinnati West at 5800 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Snnnnakes!
Kite Flying at VOA Museum (NORTH)
September 14, 2025 (+Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14)
National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting at 8070 Tylersville Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Let’s go fly a kite!
Mondays with Molly (CENTRAL)
September 15, 2025
Fountain Square at 520 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Molly Wellmann leads an intimate evening of tasting, sipping and learning
Summer Music Festival at Ault Park (EAST)
September 18, 2025
Ault Park at 5090 Observatory Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
6pm–10pm; inflatables and games; food and drink
Zinzinnati Oktoberfest (CENTRAL)
September 18–21, 2025
Yeatman’s Cove at 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Nation’s largest Oktoberfest
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Forager’s Fest (EAST)
September 19, 2025
Cincinnati Nature Center at 4949 Tealtown Rd, Milford, Ohio
Music, food trucks, on-trail activities, foraged treats and brews; adults only
Halloween Haunt at Kings Island (NORTH)
September 19–November 1, 2025 (Weekends)
Kings Island Drive at Mason, Ohio 45040
Chilling rides and scares
Mustard Seed Market – Owensville (EAST)
September 19–21, 2025 (+Nov 14–16)
Clermont County Fairgrounds at 1000 Locust St. Owensville, Ohio 45160
Curated vendor market with 100 local small businesses, food trucks
Niedermann Farms Fall Festival (NORTH)
September 19 – October 26, 2025 (Thursday – Sunday)
5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Rd., Libery Twp., Ohio 45011
Corn maze, wagon ride, and more
Rehearsal for Murder (NORTH)
September 19–20, 2025
Sorg Opera House at 63 S. Main St., Middletown, Ohio 45044
Middletown Lyric Theatre presents a thrilling, twisted-filled mystery
A Fair of the Arts (EAST)
September 20, 2025
Beech Acres Park at 6910 Salem Rd., Anderson Township, Cincinnati Ohio
Enjoy original works of art such as fine jewelry, stained glass, painting, photography, and ceramics. Featuring live music, food, drinks
A Fall Affair (NORTH)
September 20, 2025
Downtown Lebanon, Ohio 45036
Pumpking-carving contest; fashion show; music throughout the day; hay rides; fall treeaets; vendors and shopping
Heritage Festival and Parade (NORTH)
September 20, 2025
Downtown Mason on W. Main St., Mason Ohio
Kids’ activities, vendors, cultural displays, and music entertainment; parade at 3pm
Lebanon Handmade Festival (NORTH)
September 20, 2025
203 E. Main St., Lebanon, Ohio 45036
Crafters and artists will be selling their goods
Mythic (CENTRAL)
September 20–October 19, 2025
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt Adams Cir, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Pop-rock musical comedy about Persephone
The City Flea (CENTRAL)
September 20, 2025 (+Oct 11, Nov TBD)
Apr & Nov: Spring Vintage Market Factory 52 at 4590 Beech St., Norwood, Cincinnati, Ohio 45212
May–Oct: Washington Park at 1230 Elm St,. in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
See what treasures you can find from 100+ vendors! Food trucks, too
The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration (CENTRAL)
September 20–21, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
This special concert tribute features original and remastered recordings of Whitney’s vocals set to new orchestrations in a one-of-a-kind reimagining of her biggest hits and accompanied by never-before-seen video footage, film performances and interviews
Touch a Truck (WEST)
September 20, 2025
Administration Complex at 6303 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45247 (Green Township)
View working trucks up close!
Wilmington Haunted Hollow Ride (NORTH)
2025 Cancelled (Looking to be open in 2026)
1261 W. Dalton Rd., Wilmington, Ohio 45177
Fields com alive with screams of horror
Fifth Third Community Days (CENTRAL)
September 21, 2025 (+Nov 16/30, Dec 21)
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Special days to enjoy the museum
Mat Kearney: Headlights Home Tour (CENTRAL)
September 21, 2025
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Concert
Tricks and Treats (NORTH)
September 21–November 2, 2025
Kings Island at 6300 Kings Island Dr., Mason, Ohio 45050
Trick or treating, rides, costume contests
Brown County Fair (NORTH)
September 22–28, 2025
325 W State St., Georgetown, Ohio 45121
Food, rides, games, animals
Kaleo – Mixed Emotions Tour (CENTRAL)
September 24, 2025
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Concert
Loveland Homecoming Parade (EAST)
September 25, 2025
W Loveland Ave., Loveland, Ohio
6:30pm; East Loveland Avenue at the nature preserve, proceeds through downtown along West Loveland Avenue to Rich Road, and ends at the high school.
Nate Bargatze – Big Dumb Eyes World Tour (CENTRAL)
September 25–26, 2025
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show
Alms Bluegrass & BBQ (EAST)
September 26, 2025
Alms Park at 710 Tusculum Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
Music, food truck cuisine; lawn games; 6pm–9pm
Kroger Wellness Festival (CENTRAL)
September 26–27, 2025
Fifth Street (from Main St. to Central Ave.), Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Free festival focusing on health and wellness, plus a fun opportunity to showcase new brands, products and services through sampling and education
The Lebanon Experience (NORTH)
September 26, 2025 (+Oct 10/24)
Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad at 16 E. South St., Lebanon, Ohio 45036
Train ride and lunch at the Golden Lamb, ice cream at the Village Parlor and more
Art Fair (NORTH)
September 27–28, 2025
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum at Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton, Ohio
Local artists showcase their talents; family activities
Homearama 2025 (EAST)
September 27–October 12, 2025
Foundry Park at Three Oaks, Oakley, Cincinnati, Ohio. 45209
Seven homes to tour!
Liberty Township Fall Festival (NORTH)
September 27, 2025
Liberty Park at 6757 Yankee Road, Liberty Township, Ohio
Make a free craft, play on inflatables and listen to live entertainment. Don’t forget to stop by the local vendors and food trucks
Rock the Hill Music Festival (WEST)
September 27, 2025
St. William at 4108 W. Eighth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45205
Music and food
World’s Largest Pet Walk (EAST)
September 27, 2025
126 South Karl Brown Way, Loveland, Ohio 45140
This nationwide event is also happening in Greater Cincinnati
September Events in Northern Kentucky
Alexandria Fair and Horse Show
Through September 1, 2025
Alexandria, Kentucky
Parade on 8/27; look for the lawnmower races!
St. Cecilia Festival
Through September 1, 2025
5313 Madison Pike, Independence, Kentucky 41051
Food, inflatables, music
Mainstrasse Village Food and Culture Tour
September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025 (weekly Saturdays through December)
Cedar at 701 Main Street, Covington, Kentucky 41011
Savor local foods from 5 restaurants
Market on Main
September 6, 2025 (+Oct 4, Nov 1)
8321 E Main St., Alexandria, Kentucky 41011
Main Street businesses and local vendors
Old Fashion Day
September 6, 2025
Walton, Kentucky
11am parade; entertainment, food, craft booths, game
Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair
September 7, 2025 (1st Sundays Feb–Dec)
Ludlow Theatre at 322 Elm St., Ludlow, Kentucky, 41016
Homemade goods, vintage items and more
NightLight 513
September 11, 2025 (+Oct 2)
Covington Plaza at 10 E Rivercenter Blvd, Covington, Kentucky 41011
Outdoor movies with local food trucks
Covington Oktoberfest
September 12–14, 2025
Goebel Park at 501 Philadelphia St, Covington, Kentucky 41011
Amazing local food and craft vendors, live music, interactive activities, competitions
Newport Oktoberfest
September 12–14, 2025
Newport Festival Park, Newport, Kentucky
Music, German food, beer and more
Sandyland Acres Haunted Hayride
September 13–November 1, 2025 (Fridays and Saturdays)
4172 Belleview Rd., Petersburg, Kentucky 41080
Take a hayride through eerie cornfields and woods
St. Barbara Rocktoberfest
September 12–14, 2025
4042 Turkeyfoot Rd., Erlanger, Kentucky 41018
Raffles, food, music
24th Annual Art in the Park
September 13, 2025
Bellevue Beach Park at 599 Frank Benke Ave, Bellevue, Kentucky 41073
80+ talented artists and craftspeople will display their unique works against the stunning Ohio River backdrop. Enjoy live music performances, local food vendors and local craft beers.
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Battle of Augusta Civil War Days
September 19–21, 2025
W. Riverside Dr., Augusta, Kentucky 41002
Demonstrations, living history setups, skirmish, cannon firing, tea party, kids artillery drills, hstoric open homes, 1811 jail, history tour
St. Benedict Parish Festival
September 19–20, 2025
338 East 16th St., Covington, Kentucky 41014
Raffles, dinners, music, crafts, games
St. Timothy Oktoberfest
September 19–21, 2025
10272 US 42, Union, Kentucky 41091
German-style fun
Barrell House Family Oktoberfest
September 20, 2025
Braxton Barrel House at 11 Orphanage Rd, Fort Mitchell, Kentucky 41017
Live music, face painting, crafts, photo booth, food and beer
Merchants and Music
September 20, 2025
Tower Park Amphitheater at 64 Cochran St., Ft. Thomas, Kentucky 41075
Vendors selling goods and great music for your ears; 2pm–10pm
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Burlington Antique Show
September 21, 2025 (+Oct 19)
Boone County Fairgrounds at 5819 Idlewood Rd., Burlington, Kentucky 41005
Find a treasure!
Greater Cincinnati Bridal and Wedding Expo
September 21, 2025
Northern Kentucky Convention Center at 1 West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky 41011
All kinds of ideas for your wedding
Showcase of Homes at Triple Crown
September 26–October 12, 2025
Triple Crown Country Club at 1 Triple Crown Blvd., Union, Kentucky
View beautiful new homes!
Distant Worlds: Music From Final Fantasy
September 27–28, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and May Festival Chorus performing classic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Masayoshi Soken, Yoko Shimomura and other great FINAL FANTASY composers
Williamstown Bluegrass Festival
September 27, 2025
Williamstown, Kentucky
4pm–11pm live music
September Events in Dayton and Springfield, Ohio
The Play That Goes Wrong
Through September 14, 2025
La Comedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, OH 45066
After your meal, you will enjoy the hilarious comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong!”
Cowvin’s Corny Corn Maze
Through November 2, 2025
Young’s Jersey Dairy at 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
Conquer the maze!
Jesse JT JazzThompson
September 4, 2025
Levitt Pavilion at 134 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio
Free admission to this funk concert; 7pm
Hunger Days Food Truck Rallies
September 4, 12, 19, and 26, 2025 (+Thursdays through October)
Hobson Freedom Park at 2910 Trebein Rd., Fairborn, Ohio 45325
Dayton Greek Festival
September 5–7, 2025
Annunciation Green Orthodox Church at 500 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, Ohio 45405
Vendors, dancing, Greek food
Italian Fall Festa
September 5–7, 2025
Bella Villa Hall at 2625 County Line Rd., Dayton, Ohio 45430
Homemade Italian dishes to enjoy, music and bocce
Miller and the Other Sinners
September 5, 2025
Levitt Pavilion at 130 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio
Free admission to this funk/blues concert; 7pm
Party at the Landing with The Menus
September 5, 2025
Austin Landing at 10050 Innovation Dr., Dayton, Ohio 45342
Food trucks, beer garden
2nd Street Market
September 5–28, 2025 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays)
600 E. 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Like a European market
Springboro Oktoberfest 2025
September 5–6, 2025
Springboro United Church of Christ at 5 W. Mill St., Springboro, Ohio 45066
German food, beer and entertainment
The Addams Family
September 5–21, 2025
Dayton Playhouse at 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45414
They’re creepy and they’re kooky!
Tom Segura: Come Together
September 5, 2025
Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Actor/comedian/writer Tom Segura is one of the biggest names in the comedy business
Tom’s Maze and Pumpkin Farm
September 5 – November 2, 2025
4677 Germantown-Liberty Rd., Germantown, Ohio 45327
8-acre maze game, farm animals and more
Vandalia Sister Cities Oktoberfest
September 5–6, 2025
Vandalia Recreation Center at 1111 Stonequarry Rd., Vandalia, Ohio 45414
German music, food, crafts, beer
Beavercreek Popcorn Festival
September 6–7, 2025
Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, Ohio 45432
300 booth with food, crafts and popcorn specialties
Dayton Scream Park
September 6–October 26, 2025
5117 Valley Pike, Dayton, Ohio 45424
Outdoor haunted trail
Grupo Fuego
September 6, 2025
Levitt Pavilion at 130 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio
Free admission to this Latin concert; 7pm
Ohio Fish & Shrimp Festival
September 6, 13, and 20, 2025
Freshwater Farms of Ohio at 2624 U.S. 68, Urbana, Ohio 43078
Seafood, craft beers, music, games
Rose Music Center Concerts
September 6, 21, and 27, 2025 (+Oct 10)
Eichelberger Amphitheater at 8625 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
The Beach Boys
September 7, 2025
Fraze Pavilion at 695 Lincoln Park Blvd, Kettering, Ohio 45429
The Sounds of Summer Tour
Cory Richards: The Color of Everything
September 7, 2025
Victoria Theatre at 138 North Main Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
National Geographic photographer shares his experiences
Paris Flea Market
September 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2025 (+Sundays through end of September)
Dixie Drive-In Theater at 6201 N. Dixie, Dayton, Ohio 45414
Buy, sell and trade!
Patterson Homestead Open House
September 6, 2025 (+ Oct 4)
1815 Brown Street, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Learn about the Patterson family and their influence on Dayton
Oakwood Dog Splash
September 7, 2025
Gardner Memorial Pool at 105 Patterson Rd., Oakwood, Ohio
Preregister for this event
Skinner Pipe Organ Performance
September 7 and 21, 2025 (+Oct 12/26; Nov 9/16/23; Dec 7/14/21)
Dayton Art Institute at 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, Ohio 45404
1st and 3rd Sunday concerts
Carillon Park Band Performance Concerts
September 11, 14, 21, and 28, 2025 (+dates through Dec 7, 2025)
Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Community Garage Sale in Huber Heights
September 11–14, 2025
Throughout Huber Heights, Ohio
Find a bargain!
Brimstone Haunt
September 12–November 1, 2025
472 Brimstone Rd, Wilmington, Ohio 45177
5 great scares for the family and the brave! Formerly Springboro Haunted Hayride.
Dayton Scream Park
September 12–November 1, 2025 (Fri/Sat)
5117 Valley Pike, Dayton, Ohio 45424
Haunted trails with 4 haunted attractions
St. Peter’s Fall Fest
September 12–13, 2025
6161 Chambersburg Rd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Music, food trucks
Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum Festival
September 13, 2025
200 N. Miami Ave., Bradford, Ohio 45308
Celebration of Bradford’s railroad history with children’s train rides, games, and boxcar building
Jeep Jam
September 13–14, 2025
5723 OH-350 Clarksville, Ohio 45113
Calling all Jeeps!
Live Outdoor Music at The Greene
September 13, 2025
The Greene at 4452 Buckeye Lane, Beavercreek, Ohio 45440
Bring a chair and blanket. Beer garden.
Jazz Fest
September 13, 2025
Levitt Pavilion at 130 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio
Free admission to this jazz concert; 5:30pm
Movie Night in Trenton
September 13, 2025; (+Oct 11)
Trenton Community Park at 440 Dell Dr., Trenton, Ohio
Bring a blanket
Multicultural Festival
September 13, 2025
Eichelberger Amphitheater at 8625 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Celebrate the heritage, culture, and richly diverse community of the City of Huber Heights!
Sidney Haunted Woods
September 13 – October 25, 2025 (Sat evenings)
2232 W. Russell Rd., Sidney, Ohio 45365
Thrills and chills! Half mile through the woods
Smoke, Sizzle & Sounds Family Fest
September 13, 2025
Madison Park at 301 S. Broadway, (Trotwood) Dayton, Ohio 45426
Music, bounce houses, BBQ competition, beer garden
Touch a Truck
September 13, 2025
Vandalia Rec Center at 1111 Stonequarry Rd., Vandalia, Ohio 45377
See some big rigs!
Troy, Ohio Porchfest
September 13, 2025
Troy-Hayner Cultural Center at 301 W. Main St., Troy, Ohio 45373
40+ bands, playing on porches and patios in Troy
Dayton Concours d’Elegance
September 14–15, 2025
Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio 45409
View classic cars
Dayton’s Wedding Show & Expo
September 14, 2025
Dayton Convention Center at 22 E. Fifth St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Start planning your wedding!
Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
September 14 & 27, 2025 (+Oct 11 & 25)
Carillon Historical Park Museum at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
1pm–4pm
Bonnie Raitt
September 16, 2025
Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Concert
Air Force Marathon Sports and Fitness Expo
September 18–19, 2025
Wright State University Nutter Center at 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, Ohio 45436
100+ exhibitors
Legally Blonde: The Musical
September 18–October 26, 2025
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Air Force Marathon 2025
September 19, 2025
Wright Patterson Air Force Base at 1100 Spaatz St., Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433
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Annual Wool Gathering Show
September 20–21, 2025
Young’s Jersey Dairy at 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
Largest area natural fiber festival; 100+ vendors
Beer Fest at The Greene (and Hot Diggity Dog Fest)
September 20, 2025
4452 Buckeye Lane, Beavercreek, Ohio 45440
Beer and gourmet hot dogs
Biergartens
September 20, 2025
Dayton Liederkranz Turner at 1400 E. Fifth Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
5pm–10pm; German music, trivia, beer, food
BoroFest at North Park
September 20, 2025
195 Tamarack Traio, Springboro, Ohio 45066
12pm–4pm; Pop, rock and R&B music; vendors market; food trucks; activities for kids
EcoFest
September 20, 2025
Lincoln Park Civic Commons at 675 Lincoln Park Blvd., Kettering, Ohio 45429
Halloween costume exchange, test drive electric cars, food trucks
Hispanic Heritage Festival
September 20, 2025
Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave,, Dayton, Ohio 45404
Music, food and entertainment
Pick Your Own Pumpkins
September 20 – October 26, 2025
Young’s Jersey Dairy at 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
Daily 11am–6pm
Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival
September 21, 2025
Courthouse Square at 3rd and Main Streets, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Enjoy vegetarian everything!
Preble County Pork Festival
September 20–21, 2025
Preble County Fairgrounds at 722 S. Franklin St., Eaton, Ohio 45230
Food, pigs and fun
Rock Piqua Food Truck & Music Festival
September 20, 2025
Downtown Piqua, Ohio 45356
Concerts and food trucks; car show
Rubber Duck Regatta
September 20, 2025
Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio 454042
Adopt a duck!
Springboro Concerts in the Park
September 20, 2025
North Park at 195, Tamarack Trail, Springboro, Ohio 45066
Bring lawn chairs; Tuesday/Sunday concerts 7pm; Sunday concerts: 7:30pm
Girls Gone Bible Live Tour
September 12, 2025
Victoria Theatre at 138 North Main Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Christian podcasters lead a discussion
Windmill Farm Market Spooktacular Fall Festival
September 20 – October 26, 2025 (Weekends)
1454 E. SR 73, Springboro, Ohio 45066
Fall festival and hayride
Yellow Springs Porchfest
September 20, 2025
Yellow Springs, Ohio
12pm–7pm; celebrate local musicians, and connect with unique artists; Local musicians will play on the porches, front yards, and patios of homes and businesses.
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
September 21, 2025 (+Oct 26, Dec 6/7/13/14)
1815 Brown St., Dayton, Ohio 45409
Three-course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family
Springboro Bike the Boro
September 23, 2025
Crooked Handle Brewery at 760 Main St., Springboro, Ohio 45066
2, 10, and 16-mile rides; activities for kids
Haunted Wagon Rides
September 25–October 25, 2025 (Thurs, Fri, Sat)
Young’s Jersey Dairy at 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
Wagon ride and scary stories for children
Cars and Coffee at Austin Landing
September 27, 2025 (+Oct 25)
10050 Innovation Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45342
Car enthusiasts’ gathering
Germantown Pretzel Festival
September 27–28, 2025
Veterans Memorial Park at190 W. Warren St., Germantown, Ohio 45327
Pretzels, entertainment, food, rides
Greater Dayton Heart Walk
September 27, 2025
Dayton Air Ballpark at 220 N. Patterson Blvd., Dayton, Ohio 45402
John Williams and Friends
September 27, 2025
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Evening of cinematic favorites
Oktoberfest
September 27–28, 2025
Dayton Art Institute at 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, Ohio 45405
German food and music
Tipp City Mum Festival
September 27–28, 2025
City Park at 35 Parkwood Drive, Tipp City, Ohio 45371
Cruise in, Mums 5K run, parade and festival
September Events in Southeastern Indiana
St. Peter’s Labor Day Festival
September 1, 2025
1207 E. Road, Brookville, Indiana
Chelsea Jubilee
September 5–6, 2025
Saluda Township Park at Highway 62, Madison, Indiana
Indiana’s oldest continuous festival! Parade, games, crafts, food, flea market
Tri-State Antique Market
September 7, 2025 (+Oct 5)
Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds at US 50, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Discover an old gem
Music in the Park
September 12, 2025
Bicentennial Park at 106 West Vaughn Dr., Madison, Indiana
Bring a lawn chair; local food vendors]
Music on the Square
September 13, 2025
Versailles, Indiana 47042
Lawrenceburg Fall Music Fest 2025
September 19–20, 2025
Lawrenceburg Civic Park at 111 E. High St., Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Madison’s Wild West Rodeo Show
September 19–20, 2025
Jefferson County Fairgrounds at 3852 Indiana 256, Madison, Indiana 47250
An Evening with Jeff Foxworthy
September 20, 2025
Lawrenceburg Event Center at 91 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg, Indiana
8pm comedy performance
Madison Vintage Thunder
September 20–21, 2025
Riverfront, Madison, Indiana 47250
Vintage boat race
Cruisin’ Into Fall
September 26, 2025
Main Street., Rising Sun, Indiana 47040
Streets lined with antique, muscle and classic cars; music, craft vendors; food truck
Annual Madison Airshow
September 27, 2025
Madison Municipal Airport at 3919 W. Ims Lane, Madison, Indiana 47250
Static aircraft displays, airplane and helicopter rides, aerobatic performances, delicious food, live music, and more!
Batesville Kiwanis AppleFest
September 27–28, 2025
Batesville Liberty Park at 716 S. Park Ave., Batesville, Indiana 47006
Arts & crafts, entertainment, activities — all celebrating apples!
Harvest Celebration
September 27–28, 2025
Lanthier Winery at 123 Mill St., Madison, Indiana 47250
Festival food, artists, wine, music
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
September 27–28, 2025
Historic downtown Main St., Madison, Indiana 47250
Southern Indiana’s premier outdoor juried fine arts & crafts show featuring artists & craftsmen from across the nation
