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March Local Events

Looking for something fun to do in March? Check out our list of local events throughout Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio; Northern Kentucky; and Southeast Indiana. You are sure to find something fun to do for spring! Events are in order by region and then by date.

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March Local Events near Cincinnati

Cincinnati Home & Garden Show (CENTRAL)
Through March 1, 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
All kinds of ideas for your home!

Cincinnati Chili Week (VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
Through March 2, 2026
Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
Chili deals all week long!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical (CENTRAL)
The Emery Theater at 1112 Walnut St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Through March 8, 2026
Cincinnati Children’s Theater production

Mary’s Wedding
Through March 8, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Poetic romantic drama, a young couple discovers the thrill of first love on the eve of World War I

Mrs. Christie (CENTRAL)
Through March 29, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Real-life disappearance of Agatha Christie in 1926 sets the stage for this charming mystery

Moonlight Menagerie (CENTRAL)
Through April 19, 2026
Krohn Conservatory at 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Botanical exhibit that transforms the familiar garden into one of luminous enchantment

Quartets Though Time (CENTRAL)
March 3, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs

The Wiz (CENTRAL)
March 3–15, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The Tony award-winning Best Musical: stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world

Muses: The Women of Music Hall (NORTH)
March 4, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S Monument Ave, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Stories of a legion of incredible women who have sustained Cincinnati Music Hall for more than 150 years as one of the most distinguished arts venues in the world

Barry Manilow (CENTRAL)
March 5, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Listen to all of the classics

International Wine Festival (CENTRAL)
March 5–7, 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tastings of wines from various countries

Bockfest (CENTRAL)
March 6–8, 2026
Over-the-Rhine’s Brewery District and Bockfest Hall at Findlay Playground at 1811 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
Bock beer, music and entertainment
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Brahms & Schumann (CENTRAL)
March 6–7, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Romantic masterpieces take center stage with Music Director Laureate Louis Langrée

Chris Tucker (CENTRAL)
March 6, 2026
Hard Rock Casino at 1000 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Highly raved about stand-up comedian

First Friday and Second Look Saturday in Middletown (NORTH)
March 6 and 7, 2026 (+Apr 3/4, May 1/2, Jun 5/6, Jul 3/4, Aug 7/8, Sep 4/5, Oct 2/3, Nov 6/7, Dec 4/5)
Pendleton Art Center at 1105 Central Ave., Middletown, Ohio 45042
Meet artists and enjoy food, music, art, friends, and have fun! 

Othello (CENTRAL)
March 6–29, 2026
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Jealousy, betrayal, and passion collide in this classic Elizabethan staging of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy

Salzburg Marionette Theatre: The Sound of Music (CENTRAL)
March 6, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
This world-renowned theatre immerses you in a magical realm, where marionettes perform with the grace and emotion of living actors

Big Cheese Festival (NORTH)
March 7–8, 2026
Jungle Jim’s Oscar Event Center, 5440 Ohio 4, Fairfield, Ohio 45014
400+ cheeses, vendors

Bike & Trail Expo (EAST)
March 7, 2026
MadTree Brewery at 3391 Madison Rd., (Oakley), Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
Connect with outdoor enthusiasts

Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026 (+dates through December – Saturdays)
Washington Park at 1309 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Weekly on Saturdays; explore new cultural dishes

Maple Syrup Festival (NORTH)
March 7–8, 2026 (+March 14–15) (12pm–4pm)
Hueston Woods State Park at 6031 Park Office Rd., College Corner, Ohio
Hayride from the beach. Guided hike. Learn all about maple syrup production

The Mom Prom (WEST)
March 7, 2026
The Grove Event Center at 9158 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Moms and sons enjoy time together

The Root Beer Stand Opens (EAST)
March 7, 2026
11566 Reading Rd., Sharonville, Ohio
Old-fashioned root beer and footlong cheese coneys – a local tradition!

Cheviot Street Party (WEST)
March 7, 2026
Glenmore Ave from Harrison Ave to First Financial Bank., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
4pm–8pm event

Cin City Reptile Show (NORTH)
March 8, 2026 (+Apr 12, May 17, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 12/13, Oct 18, Nov 8, Dec 13)
Holiday Inn Cincinnati West at 5800 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Snnnnakes!

Fifth Third Community Days (CENTRAL)
March 15 and 29, 2026 (+Apr 19, May 17/31, Jun 19, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15/29, Dec 20)
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center at 50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Special days to enjoy the museum

Three Days Grace (CENTRAL)
March 10, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Multi-platinum Canadian band performs

The Ultimate Bob Seger Tribute (NORTH(
March 13, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Night Moves and other classic songs

America Mosaic (CENTRAL)
March 13–15, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs; Martin Sheen narrates

The Wizard of Oz (EAST)
March 13–29, 2026
Loveland Stage Company: 111 S. 2nd St., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Follow the yellow brick road

Findlay Market Tour (CENTRAL)
March 14, 21 and 28, 2026 (+dates throughout 2026)
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Discover hidden gems at the market; samples from 5 merchants

Kashmir: Led Zeppelin Tribute (NORTH)
March 14, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044

St. Patrick’s Day Parade (CENTRAL)
March 14, 2026
Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
A 57-year tradition that begins at 12pm

Art on Vine (CENTRAL)
March 15, 2026 (+Apr 12, May 10, Jun TBA, July TBA)
Rheingeist Brewery
(May at Washington Park)
Local artisans and crafters

Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour (CENTRAL)
March 15, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Stand up comedy show

Cincinnati Guitar Show (EAST)
March 15, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45246
Buy, sell or trade! 7,500 sf of vendors and dealers

Cincinnati Heart Mini Marathon (CENTRAL)
March 15, 2026
Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
Run or walk

Cardi B – Little Miss Drama Tour (CENTRAL)
March 19, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cardi B’s first full headline arena concert run

Complexions Contemporary Ballet: Star Dust (CENTRAL)
March 19, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
New, exciting genre with reinventing dance and contemporary ballet

Beethoven. Mozart & Hadyn (CENTRAL)
March 20–21, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Featuring French violinist Renaud Capuçon

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (CENTRAL)
March 20–28, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
An eclectic group of six teens vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime

HorrorHound Weekend (EAST)
March 20–22, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville (Cincinnati), Ohio 45246
Convention and film festival

Thunderbeard: Tribute to ZZ Top (NORTH)
March 20, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Showmanship that rivals the original and, of course, fuzzy guitars

Fourteen Funerals (CENTRAL)
March 21–April 12, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati at 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tasked with eulogizing relatives she never knew, Sienna finds an unexpected connection in this heartfelt new play about identity, family, and the stories that shape us.

Gary Owen Comedy Show (CENTRAL)
March 21, 2026
Taft Theater at E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show

Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
March 21–May 17, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Inspiring musical biography 

The Screwtape Letters (CENTRAL)
March 21, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Witness a fast-paced, tour-de-force performance in this acclaimed adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ satiric masterpiece.

Spring Orchid Show (EAST)
March 21, 2026
Dan Beard Council: 10078 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
Demonstrations, plants for sale

Chicago (CENTRAL)
March 24–29, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz

Findlay Market Opening Day Parade (CENTRAL)
March 26, 2026
Findlay Market at 1801 Race St. and throughout downtown Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Parade begins at 12pm! See local businesses and celebrities

The New Edition Way Tour (CENTRAL)
March 26, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton perform

Reds First Game in Cincinnati (CENTRAL)
March 26, 2026
All American Ball Park at 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The Reds play the Red Sox

Cabin Fever Arts Festival (NORTH)
March 28, 2026
Southern State Community College Patriot Center at 200 Hobart Dr., Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
Handmade arts and crafts

Classic Roots (CENTRAL)
March 28, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs;  legacy of African American contributions to music and art

Michelle Buteau: Surviving and Thriving Tour (CENTRAL)
March 28, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Stand up comedy show

Shaken Not Stirred – The Music of James Bond (NORTH)
March 28, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S. Monument Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
CCJO’s sophisticated Jazz Quintet 

Spirits (EAST)
March 28, 2026 (+ May 16, Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 29, Sept 19/26, Oct 3, Nov 21, Dec 12)
Heritage Village Museum, 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45241
Immersive paranormal experiences

Waynesville Hometown Expo & 5K Walk/Run (NORTH)
March 28, 2026
Waynesville Junior High School at 723 Dayton Rd., Waynesville, Ohio 45068
Business booths, fun run, food

Cheviot Easter Egg Hunt (WEST)
March 29, 2026
Harvest Home Park at 3691 North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
1pm event

Matt Rife – Stay Golden Tour (CENTRAL)
March 29, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
March 29–May 17, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Inspiring musical biography features many signature songs and offers a personal portrait of one of the most beloved entertainers of all time.

March Local Events near Northern Kentucky

Cincinnati Home & Garden Show (CENTRAL)
Through March 1, 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
All kinds of ideas for your home!

Cincinnati Chili Week (VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
Through March 2, 2026
Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
Chili deals all week long!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical (CENTRAL)
The Emery Theater at 1112 Walnut St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Through March 8, 2026
Cincinnati Children’s Theater production

Mary’s Wedding
Through March 8, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Poetic romantic drama, a young couple discovers the thrill of first love on the eve of World War I

Mrs. Christie (CENTRAL)
Through March 29, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Real-life disappearance of Agatha Christie in 1926 sets the stage for this charming mystery

Moonlight Menagerie (CENTRAL)
Through April 19, 2026
Krohn Conservatory at 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Botanical exhibit that transforms the familiar garden into one of luminous enchantment

Quartets Though Time (CENTRAL)
March 3, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs

The Wiz (CENTRAL)
March 3–15, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The Tony award-winning Best Musical: stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world

Muses: The Women of Music Hall (NORTH)
March 4, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S Monument Ave, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Stories of a legion of incredible women who have sustained Cincinnati Music Hall for more than 150 years as one of the most distinguished arts venues in the world

Barry Manilow (CENTRAL)
March 5, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Listen to all of the classics

International Wine Festival (CENTRAL)
March 5–7, 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tastings of wines from various countries

Bockfest (CENTRAL)
March 6–8, 2026
Over-the-Rhine’s Brewery District and Bockfest Hall at Findlay Playground at 1811 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
Bock beer, music and entertainment
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Brahms & Schumann (CENTRAL)
March 6–7, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Romantic masterpieces take center stage with Music Director Laureate Louis Langrée

Chris Tucker (CENTRAL)
March 6, 2026
Hard Rock Casino at 1000 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Highly raved about stand-up comedian

First Friday and Second Look Saturday in Middletown (NORTH)
March 6 and 7, 2026 (+Apr 3/4, May 1/2, Jun 5/6, Jul 3/4, Aug 7/8, Sep 4/5, Oct 2/3, Nov 6/7, Dec 4/5)
Pendleton Art Center at 1105 Central Ave., Middletown, Ohio 45042
Meet artists and enjoy food, music, art, friends, and have fun! 

Othello (CENTRAL)
March 6–29, 2026
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Jealousy, betrayal, and passion collide in this classic Elizabethan staging of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy

Salzburg Marionette Theatre: The Sound of Music (CENTRAL)
March 6, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
This world-renowned theatre immerses you in a magical realm, where marionettes perform with the grace and emotion of living actors

Big Cheese Festival (NORTH)
March 7–8, 2026
Jungle Jim’s Oscar Event Center, 5440 Ohio 4, Fairfield, Ohio 45014
400+ cheeses, vendors

Bike & Trail Expo (EAST)
March 7, 2026
MadTree Brewery at 3391 Madison Rd., (Oakley), Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
Connect with outdoor enthusiasts

Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026 (+dates through December – Saturdays)
Washington Park at 1309 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Weekly on Saturdays; explore new cultural dishes

Maple Syrup Festival (NORTH)
March 7–8, 2026 (+March 14–15) (12pm–4pm)
Hueston Woods State Park at 6031 Park Office Rd., College Corner, Ohio
Hayride from the beach. Guided hike. Learn all about maple syrup production

The Mom Prom (WEST)
March 7, 2026
The Grove Event Center at 9158 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Moms and sons enjoy time together

The Root Beer Stand Opens (EAST)
March 7, 2026
11566 Reading Rd., Sharonville, Ohio
Old-fashioned root beer and footlong cheese coneys – a local tradition!

Cheviot Street Party (WEST)
March 7, 2026
Glenmore Ave from Harrison Ave to First Financial Bank., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
4pm–8pm event

Cin City Reptile Show (NORTH)
March 8, 2026 (+Apr 12, May 17, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 12/13, Oct 18, Nov 8, Dec 13)
Holiday Inn Cincinnati West at 5800 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Snnnnakes!

Fifth Third Community Days (CENTRAL)
March 15 and 29, 2026 (+Apr 19, May 17/31, Jun 19, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15/29, Dec 20)
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center at 50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Special days to enjoy the museum

Three Days Grace (CENTRAL)
March 10, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Multi-platinum Canadian band performs

The Ultimate Bob Seger Tribute (NORTH(
March 13, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Night Moves and other classic songs

America Mosaic (CENTRAL)
March 13–15, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs; Martin Sheen narrates

The Wizard of Oz (EAST)
March 13–29, 2026
Loveland Stage Company: 111 S. 2nd St., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Follow the yellow brick road

Findlay Market Tour (CENTRAL)
March 14, 21 and 28, 2026 (+dates throughout 2026)
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Discover hidden gems at the market; samples from 5 merchants

Kashmir: Led Zeppelin Tribute (NORTH)
March 14, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044

St. Patrick’s Day Parade (CENTRAL)
March 14, 2026
Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
A 57-year tradition that begins at 12pm

Art on Vine (CENTRAL)
March 15, 2026 (+Apr 12, May 10, Jun TBA, July TBA)
Rheingeist Brewery
(May at Washington Park)
Local artisans and crafters

Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour (CENTRAL)
March 15, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Stand up comedy show

Cincinnati Guitar Show (EAST)
March 15, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45246
Buy, sell or trade! 7,500 sf of vendors and dealers

Cincinnati Heart Mini Marathon (CENTRAL)
March 15, 2026
Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
Run or walk

Cardi B – Little Miss Drama Tour (CENTRAL)
March 19, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cardi B’s first full headline arena concert run

Complexions Contemporary Ballet: Star Dust (CENTRAL)
March 19, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
New, exciting genre with reinventing dance and contemporary ballet

Beethoven. Mozart & Hadyn (CENTRAL)
March 20–21, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Featuring French violinist Renaud Capuçon

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (CENTRAL)
March 20–28, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
An eclectic group of six teens vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime

HorrorHound Weekend (EAST)
March 20–22, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville (Cincinnati), Ohio 45246
Convention and film festival

Thunderbeard: Tribute to ZZ Top (NORTH)
March 20, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Showmanship that rivals the original and, of course, fuzzy guitars

Fourteen Funerals (CENTRAL)
March 21–April 12, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati at 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tasked with eulogizing relatives she never knew, Sienna finds an unexpected connection in this heartfelt new play about identity, family, and the stories that shape us.

Gary Owen Comedy Show (CENTRAL)
March 21, 2026
Taft Theater at E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show

Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
March 21–May 17, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Inspiring musical biography 

The Screwtape Letters (CENTRAL)
March 21, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Witness a fast-paced, tour-de-force performance in this acclaimed adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ satiric masterpiece.

Spring Orchid Show (EAST)
March 21, 2026
Dan Beard Council: 10078 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
Demonstrations, plants for sale

Chicago (CENTRAL)
March 24–29, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz

Findlay Market Opening Day Parade (CENTRAL)
March 26, 2026
Findlay Market at 1801 Race St. and throughout downtown Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Parade begins at 12pm! See local businesses and celebrities

The New Edition Way Tour (CENTRAL)
March 26, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton perform

Reds First Game in Cincinnati (CENTRAL)
March 26, 2026
All American Ball Park at 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The Reds play the Red Sox

Cabin Fever Arts Festival (NORTH)
March 28, 2026
Southern State Community College Patriot Center at 200 Hobart Dr., Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
Handmade arts and crafts

Classic Roots (CENTRAL)
March 28, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs;  legacy of African American contributions to music and art

Michelle Buteau: Surviving and Thriving Tour (CENTRAL)
March 28, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Stand up comedy show

Shaken Not Stirred – The Music of James Bond (NORTH)
March 28, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S. Monument Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
CCJO’s sophisticated Jazz Quintet 

Spirits (EAST)
March 28, 2026 (+ May 16, Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 29, Sept 19/26, Oct 3, Nov 21, Dec 12)
Heritage Village Museum, 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45241
Immersive paranormal experiences

Waynesville Hometown Expo & 5K Walk/Run (NORTH)
March 28, 2026
Waynesville Junior High School at 723 Dayton Rd., Waynesville, Ohio 45068
Business booths, fun run, food

Cheviot Easter Egg Hunt (WEST)
March 29, 2026
Harvest Home Park at 3691 North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
1pm event

Matt Rife – Stay Golden Tour (CENTRAL)
March 29, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
March 29–May 17, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Inspiring musical biography features many signature songs and offers a personal portrait of one of the most beloved entertainers of all time.

March Local Events near Dayton, Ohio

Singin in the Rain
Through March 29, 2026
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Romantic musical comedy based on the classic 1952 film

Hawthorn Hill Tours
March 4–28, 2026 (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
901 Harman Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45419
Learn about Orville Wright and the Wright family at their homestead

The Tartan Terrors
March 4, 2026
Clark State Performing Center at 300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 45506
Celtic music with step dancing, comedy and a rock concert

The Ten Tenors
March 5, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 N. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Soaring harmonies, dynamic stage presence, and genre-defying performances

An American Portrait: Gershwin, Barber and Beyond
March 6–7, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Enjoy the spirit of American music

Drum Tao
March 6, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 N. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Ancient art of Japanese drumming

Friday Night Fish Fry at Yankee Trace
March 6–April 3, 2026 (Fridays) 5pm–8pm
Yankee Trace Golf Club at 10000 Yankee St., Centerville, Ohio 45458
All-you-can-eat Atlantic cod; carry out is available

Front Street Art Hop
March 6 and 7, 2026 (+Apr 3/4, May 1/2, Jun 5/6, Jul 3/4, Aug 7/8, Sep 4/5, Oct 2/3, Nov 6/7, Dec 4/5) (First Friday and Saturday)
Front Street at 1001 East 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Explore art studios & galleries of more than 150 artists. Shop vintage, antiques, and handcrafted goods from multiple boutiques.

Indian Lake Boat Show
March 6–8, 2026
Spend-A-Day Marina at 9481 OH-708, Russells Point, Ohio 43348
Boat show with lots of boats to view

2nd Street Market
March 6–29, 2026 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays)
600 E. 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Like a European market

Soul Express Band
March 6, 2026
American Czechoslovakian Club at 922 Valley St., Dayton, Ohio 45404
Classic 60s, 70s and Motown; 6pm–10pm

Everly Brothers Tribute: Lightening Express

March 7, 2026
The State Theatre at 19 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 45502
Unforgettable sound of the Everly Brothers to life in a show that captures every harmony

Front Street Saturdays
March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026 (+dates through Aug 29)
1001 East 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open

Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Family Concert
March 8, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Rhythms of wonder – United by the beat

Uptown: A Celebration of Motown & Soul
March 12, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 N Main St, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Fusing Bruno Mars-caliber stage presence with top-tier vocals and wall-to-wall choreography

Carroll High School St. Pat’s Irish Fish Fry & Fest
March 13–14, 2026 (6pm–12am)
4524 Linden Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45432
Carry out: 4:30pm–5:30pm

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban In Concert
March 13–14, 2026
Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra plays along with the movie

A Night of the Absurd
March 13–22, 2026
Xenia Area Community Theater at 45 E. Second St., Xenia, Ohio 45385
Two plays in the absurd: Krapp’s Last Tape by Samuel Beckett and The Bald Soprano by Eugene Ionesco

St Patrick’s Day Parties
March 13 ,14, and 17, 2026
508 W. Main St., Troy, Ohio 45373
Bands, food and drinks!

Collectibles Shopping Spree
March 14, 2026 (+May 2, Jun 13, Jul 25, Aug 1, and Sept 5)
Fairfield Commons Mall at 2727 Fairfield Commons, Beavercreek, Ohio 45431
Find your favorite collectible!

The Oak Ridge Boys
March 14, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
Four decades of charted singles

Click Clack Moo
March 15, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 N Main St, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Hilariously moving musical about negotiation and compromise

Centerville Sunday Series Concerts
March 15, 2026 (+Apr 19, May 3)
Sinclair Community College at 5800 Clyo Rd, Centerville, Ohio
Free concert

The Price is Right
March 15, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Interactive stage show – Come On Down!

Hometown EXPO
March 21, 2026
Springboro High School at 1675 S. Main St., Springboro, Ohio 45066
200+ booths

Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour
March 19, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 N. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author of The Midwest Survival Guide

PlayStation: The Concert
March 19, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Groundbreaking live concert experience!

Killers of Kill Tony
March 21, 2026
Schuster Center at 1 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
#1 live podcast in the world; wit, humor, and unique comedic styles

Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market
March 21–22, 2026 (+Apr 18–19, May 15–17, Jun 20–21, Aug 15–16, Sep 18–20, Oct 17–18, Nov 21–22)
Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio
Find a treasure

The Bridal and Wedding Expo
March 22, 2026
Dayton Convention Center at 22 East Fifth Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Wedding pros to help plan your wedding

Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
March 22, 2026 (+ May 3, Jun 7, Aug 16, Sept 27, Dec 5, 6, 12, 13)
1815 Brown St., Dayton, Ohio 45409
Three-course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family

Tom Papa: Greatful Bread Tour
March 26, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 N. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
20+ years as a stand-up comedian

Clark County Home & Garden Show
March 27–29, 2026
Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio 45505
Be inspired for your home!

I Love You Because
March 27–April 12, 2026
Dayton Theatre Guild at 430 Wayne Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45410
Musical: Pride and Prejudice meet Friends

The Great Ohio Toy Show
March 28, 2026
Greene County Expo Center at 120 Fairground Rd., Xenia, Ohio 45385
Vintage and modern toys with 700+ dealers

Patterson Homestead Open House
March 28, 2026 (+Apr 11, May 16, Jun 14, Jul 19, Aug 8, Sep 12, Nov 14)
1815 Brown Street, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Learn about the Patterson family and their influence on Dayton

Storm Large: Love, Lust & Rock n’ Roll
March 28, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Songs by Cole Porter, Queen and more

Cat in the Hat Live!
March 29, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
Fun, and lessons from the Cat!

Suffs
March 31–April 5, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Tony award-winning musical about the women who fought for the vote

March Local Events near Southeast Indiana

Girls Weekend in Madison
March 6–8, 2026
Downtown Madison, Indiana
Shop and have fun

Great White, Slaughter and Quiet Riot
March 28, 2026
Lawrenceburg Entertainment Center at 91 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Enjoy the concert

Batesville Easter Egg Hunt
March 31, 2026
Batesville Liberty Park at 716 South Park Ave., Batesville, Indiana 47006
6pm hunt; 3 ages groups search for 5,000 eggs

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