April showers bring….fun, spring events! Check out our list of local events throughout Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio; Northern Kentucky; and Southeastern Indiana. You are sure to find something of interest. Events are in order by region and then by date.
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April Local Events in Cincinnati
Legally Blonde (WEST)
Through April 5, 2026
Covedale Center at 4990 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45238
Musical follows Elle Woods as she proves that confidence and courage can change the game
Fourteen Funerals
Through 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.
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
Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
Through 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.
Fourteen Funerals
Through 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.
Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
Through 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.
Moonlight Menagerie (CENTRAL)
Through April 19, 2026
Krohn Conservatory
Botanical exhibit that transforms the familiar garden into one of luminous enchantment
Forever K-Pop (CENTRAL)
April 1, 2026
Taft Theater at 317 E Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Celebrating their biggest hits
The Simon and Garfunkel Story
April 1, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the show features a full live band performing all the hits, including “Mrs. Robinson,” “Cecilia,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound,” and many more
Southern Sessions at Fountain Square (CENTRAL)
April 1–May 20, 2026 (Wednesdays)
Fountain Square at E. Fifth and Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
4–6pm; Enjoy live folk, roots, and Americana music
Zoo Blooms (CENTRAL)
April 1–30, 2026
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
See spring flowers
Blues and Brews (CENTRAL)
April 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2026
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–9pm
Cincinnati Booze and Boos Tour (CENTRAL)
April 2–30, 2026 (various dates)
Queen City Radio at 222 W. 12th St. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Learn about Over-the-Rhine’s haunted spots
Disney on Ice Let’s Dance! (CENTRAL)
April 2–4, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Mickey, Goofy, Donald and more!
Over-the-Rhine Cocktail Tour (CENTRAL)
April 2–30, 2026
Washington Park at 1390 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Sips cocktails while taking a tour
First Friday Weekend in Middletown (NORTH)
April 3–4, 2026
Pendleton Arts Center at 1105 Central Ave., Middletown, Ohio 45042
Meet artists and enjoy food, music, art, friends, and fun
Tunes & Blooms (CENTRAL)
April 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2026 (Thursdays in April)
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
5pm–8:30pm (admission is free after 5pm; parking is $10; music beings at 6:00pm)
Bring your blankets and chairs; outdoor concerts
Anderson Easter Egg Hunt (EAST)
April 4, 2026
Anderson Township, Cincinnati, Ohio 45255
ArtisanFest513 Small Business Flea (CENTRAL)
Apri 4 and 18, 2026
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A gathering of local artisans and small businesses
The Cleverly’s (NORTH)
April 4, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Unique comedy and music experience
Easter Celebration at the Cincinnati Zoo (CENTRAL)
April 4, 2026
Cincinnati Zoo at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Animals receive Easter-themed enrichment throughout the day; treats for kids; Easter bunny
Easter Egg Hunt (WEST)
April 4, 2026
Mt. Healthy City Park at 1541 Hill Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
2pm hunt for eggs
Friday Friday and Second Look Saturday in Middletown (NORTH)
April 3 and 4, 2026
Pendleton Art Center at 1105 Central Ave., Middletown, Ohio 45042
Meet artists and enjoy food, music, art, friends, and have fun!
Step By Step (CENTRAL)
April 3–May 1, 2026 (Fridays)
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
5pm–8pm; learn a new dance technique each week
ArtisanFest513 Small Business Flea (CENTRAL)
April 4 and 18, 2026
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A gathering of local artisans and small businesses
Born in the USA (NORTH)
April 4, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S. Monument Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Just Strange Brothers will rock you from sea to shining sea with America’s greatest rock, pop, country, folk and R&B anthems
Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
April 4, 11, 17 and 25, 2026
Washington Park at 1309 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Weekly on Saturdays; explore new cultural dishes
Mt. Healthy Easter Egg Hunt (WEST)
April 4, 2026
Mt. Healthy City Park at 1541 Hill Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Hosted by the American Legion Post 513; 2pm
Ohio Goes To The Movies
April 5 and 22, 2026
Various locations throughout Cincinnati, Ohio
Explore the people, places and stories that put Ohio on the big screen, with free, ticketed screenings happening across the Cincinnati region
Jazz at the Square (CENTRAL)
April 7–May 19, 2026 (Tuesdays)
Fountain Square at Fifth and Race Streets, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–8pm concerts; local and regional acts
Ben Rector: Songs for America (CENTRAL)
April 7, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
One-of-a-kind acoustic show blending the intimacy of guitar and piano with the strength of a full symphony orchestra
Bert Kreischer – Permission To Party Tour (CENTRAL)
April 10, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show
Director’s Vision: Liberty in Motion (CENTRAL)
April 10–12, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Ballet performs
Sweet Baby James: Tribute to James Taylor (NORTH)
April 10, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Uncanny Taylor-like vocals & guitar playing
Zoontanical (CENTRAL)
April 10, 2026
Cincinnati Zoo at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
View 120,000 tulips; cocktails; elegant menu; silent auction
August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson (CENTRAL)
April 11–May 3, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A clash over the fate of a family’s heirloom piano
Body, Mind, Spirit Expo (EAST)
April 11–12, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville (Cincinnati), Ohio 45246
Get a reading or healing
The Newbies Rock N Roll Revival (NORTH)
April 11, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S. Monument Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Great hits!
Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2 (CENTRAL)
April 11–12, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
James Ehnes weaves lush, lyrical violin melodies with Scottish folk themes, all before Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 takes you on a cinematic journey through the depths of the human spirit
Art on Vine (CENTRAL)
April 12, 2026
Rheingeist Brewery
(May at Washington Park) (June/July/Aug/Sept/Oct at Elm Street Plaza)
Local artisans and crafters
Cin City Reptile Show (NORTH)
April 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Cincinnati West at 5800 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Snnnnakes!
Fight For Air Climb Cincinnati (CENTRAL)
April 12, 2026
TQL Stadium, 1501 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Climb stairs and raise funds for lung disease
Middletown’s Open Air Market (NORTH)
April 12, 2026
916 1st Ave, 916 1st Ave, Middletown, Ohio 45044
Second Sunday market; 11am–5pm; local makers, growers, bakers, and artists
The Music of Studio of Ghibli (CENTRAL)
April 14, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Pops presents the music of legendary Studio Ghibli favorites
Disaster (WEST)
April 15–May 10, 2026
Warsaw Incline Theater at 801 Matson Pl., Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
A night of hilarity aboard a floating casino and discotheque
Hamilton Unfolded (NORTH)
April 16-18, 2026
Downtown Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Immersive arts and cultural festival that transforms Hamilton into a walkable, interactive destination celebrating public art, creativity, and the city’s historic paper-making roots
America250 Celebration (NORTH)
April 17, 2026
The Event Center of Middletown at 3907 Central Ave, 3907 Central Ave, Middletown, Ohio 45044
A landmark event to honor our past and “plant” the seeds for our future
Mendelssohn Symphony No. 3 (CENTRAL)
April 17–18, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Musical journey through the misty landscapes and ancient ruins of Scotland
Pinocchio (CENTRAL)
April 17–19, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Ballet performs this family series ballet
Pericles (CENTRAL)
April 17–May 3, 2026
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Bold reimagining of William Shakespeare’s play
The Temptations & The Four Tops (CENTRAL)
April 17, 2026
Hard Rock Cincinnati Casino at 1000 Broadway St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Motown hits!
Midwest Ceramics Show (NORTH)
April 17–18, 2026
Butler County Fairgrounds at 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, Ohio 45011
View and learn all about ceramics
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Chocolate Walk (NORTH)
April 18, 2026
Downtown Lebanon, Ohio
Enjoy chocolates treats throughout downtown Lebanon; ticketed event
The City Flea (CENTRAL)
April 18, 2026
April and Nov: Ziegler Park at 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
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
Findlay Market Tour (CENTRAL)
April 18, 2026
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Discover hidden gems at the market; samples from 5 merchants
Kings Island Opening Day (NORTH)
April 18, 2026
6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason, Ohio 45040
Oxford Bee Festival (NORTH)
April 18, 2026
Oxford Memorial Park at 1 N. Main St., Oxford, Ohio 45056
It’s all about the bees! Music, local vendors; bring a picnic blanket
The Peanuts Movie (NORTH)
April 18, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Presented by the Middletown Lyric Theatre
Cincinnati Earth Day Festival (CENTRAL)
April 19, 2026
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Food trucks, fun things to do!
Fifth Third Community Days (CENTRAL)
April 19, 2026
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center at 50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Special days to enjoy the museum
Cincinnati Restaurant Week
April 20–26, 2026
Various Cincinnati Restaurants
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Specially priced meals
HorrorHound (EAST)
April 20–22, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville (Cincinnati), Ohio 45246
Celebrating horror on movies, TV, music and pop culture
Art After Dark (CENTRAL)
April 24, 2026
Cincinnati Art Museum at 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Galleries come to life during Art After Dark
Spring Family Market (NORTH)
April 24, 2026
Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill at 602 N B St., Hamilton, Ohio 45013
Shop from local vendors and small businesses and enjoy an evening of activities for kids and adults.
Water For Elephants (CENTRAL)
April 21–May 3, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Imaginative Broadway musical
Ault Vines Fine Wines (EAST)
April 24, 2026
Ault Park at 5090 Observatory Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio (Hyde Park)
Sip wine and taste light bits; live music
Boys 4 Life Tour: B2K and Bow Wow (CENTRAL)
April 24, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Concert
Kathy Griffin: New Face, New Tour (CENTRAL)
April 24, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Stand up comedy show
Stravinsky’s Firebird (CENTRAL)
April 24–25, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Storytelling power of larger-than-life puppets, dancers and a fire-breathing dragon
Arbor Day Celebration (NORTH)
April 25, 2026
Trenton Community Park at 440 Dell Dr., Trenton, Ohio 45067
12pm–4pm; Snag free Ohio-native trees, shrubs, seeds, and flower bulbs, browse healthy and natural vendors, and grab a bite from local food trucks
Asian Food Fest (CENTRAL)
April 25–26, 2026
Court Street Plaza at 913 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Celebrating Asian culture and cuisine
EarthFest (NORTH)
April 25, 2026
Memorial Park at E. High St., Oxford, Ohio 45056
Live performances and games/activities for all ages!
Hollow Earth Festival (NORTH)
April 25, 2026
Symmes Park at 401 South 3rd St., Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Enjoy live music, kids’ activity zone, food trucks, and so much more!
Stories in Sound (CENTRAL)
April 30, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Musical tales with a splash of humor
April Local Events in Northern Kentucky
Find the Funny Jim Breuer Tour
April 1, 2026
Mega Corp Pavilion at 101 West 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071
Comedy show
Bellevue First Friday
April 3, 2026
200–700 Blocks of Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, Kentucky 41073
Each month is a different theme; retail shops stay open later and collaborate with the bars & restaurants
Nick Hexum with Water Tower
April 3, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
4•4 Featuring DJ Seoul
April 4, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Techno takeover
Hirax
April 4, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Market on Main
April 4, 2026
8321 E Main St., Alexandria, Kentucky 41011
Main Street businesses and local vendors; first Saturday March–November
Mainstrasse Village Food and Culture Tour
April 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2026
Cedar at 701 Main Street, Covington, Kentucky 41011
Savor local foods from 5 restaurants
Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair
April 5, 2026
Ludlow Theatre at 322 Elm St., Ludlow, Kentucky, 41016
Homemade goods, vintage items and more
Raq Baby: El Peligro vs Robert Johnson Tour
April 9, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Pop Evil: The What Remains Tour
April 10, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Techno takeover
Crowbar
April 11, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
49 Winchester Spring Tour
April 11, 2026
MegaCorp Pavilion, 101 West 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071
Concert
Lake Street Dive
April 14, 2026
MegaCorp Pavilion, 101 West 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071
Concert
1776 The Musical
April 16–26, 2026
Washington Opera House 116 West 2nd Street, Maysville, Kentucky 41056
Maysville Players perform
Burlington Antique Show
April 19, 2026
Boone County Fairgrounds at 5819 Idlewood Rd., Burlington, Kentucky 41005
Find a treasure!
Uada and Mortiis: The Witches of Dystopia Tour
April 22, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Dogs in a Pile
April 24, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Jazz-funk rock n’ roll
Driveways
April 25, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Ethel Cain: The Whillobughby Tucker Forever Tour
April 25, 2026
MegaCorp Pavilion, 101 West 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071
Concert
Nederlander Presents: Octave Cat
April 26, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Jazz grooves and synth dance music
April Local Events in Dayton and Springfield, Ohio
Suffs
Through 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
I Love You Because
Through April 12, 2026
Dayton Theatre Guild at 430 Wayne Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45410
Musical: Pride and Prejudice meet Friends
Hawthorn Hill Tours
April 1–29, 2026 (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
901 Harman Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45419
Learn about Orville Wright and the Wright family at their homestead
Eric Ripper
April 2, 2026
19 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 45502
Singer/Songwriter/Shredder/Trouba
Hunger Days Food Truck Rallies
April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2026
Hobson Freedom Park at 2910 Trebein Rd., Fairborn, Ohio 45325
Jesus Christ Superstar
April 2–May 10, 2026
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
A timeless work told entirely through the music and lyrics of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
Front Street Art Hop
April 3 and 4, 2026
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.
2nd Street Market
April 3–25, 2026 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays)
600 E. 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Like a European market
First Friday in Springfield
April 3, 2026
2 E. Main St., Springfield, Ohio 45502
5pm–8pm; Masters Mini Golf on the Plaza in Downtown Springfield!
Reggae Night! 6 Degrees of Dub
April 4, 2026
19 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 45502
Dance the night away dub step style
Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza
April 4, 2026
1111 Stonequarry Road, Vandalia, Ohio 45414
Egg hunts, petting zoo, arts and crafts, vendors, food trucks
Carillon Concerts
April 5 and 19, 2026
Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
April 5 is an Easter Sunrise service at 6:30am
Easter Egg Hunt Youngs Dairy
April 5, 2026
6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
10,000 eggs are ready to be found!
Easter Sunrise Service
April 5, 2026
Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
6:30am–8am
Paris Flea Market
April 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2026
Dixie Drive-In Theater at 6201 N. Dixie, Dayton, Ohio 45414
Buy, sell and trade!
Riverdance 30: The New Generation
April 7–8, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W 2nd St, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Irish dance and music
Hay Fever
April 8–19, 2026
The Loft Theatre at 126 N. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
The Human Race Theatre Company presentation
Centerville Spring Expo
April 11, 2026
100 W. Spring Valley Pike, Centerville, Ohio 45458
Homeowners and garden enthusiasts will enjoy ideas for upcoming projects
Out of Eden Concert (Eagles Tribute Band)
April 11, 2026
19 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, Ohio 45502
All of The Eagles’ classic songs
Patterson Homestead Open House
April 11, 2026
1815 Brown Street, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Learn about the Patterson family and their influence on Dayton
The Great Pages Circus
April 12, 2026
Clark Co. Fair Youth Building at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio 45505
World-class performers with aerialists, jugglers, clowns, and animals
American Soundscapes
April 18, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
American music and dance
MIX 107.7 TIME WARP PROM
April 18, 2026
Dayton Convention Center at 22 East Fifth Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Get ready to party like it’s the 1980s!
Mozart’s Requiem
April 18, 2026
300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 45506
Springfield Symphony Orchestra performs
Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market
April 18–19, 2026
Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio
Find a treasure
Centerville Sunday Series Concerts
April 19, 2026
Sinclair Community College at 5800 Clyo Rd, Centerville, Ohio
Free concert
Ohio Players
April 24, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 North Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
A funky band!
Sugar Maple Festival
Apri 24–26, 2026
Downtown Bellbrook, Ohio
Sandwiches, brews, food trucks, parade, 5k run
Vintage Market Days
April 24–26 2026
Greene County Fairgrounds at 120 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio 45385
Great finds and gifts
Alice Cooper at the Rose
April 25, 2026
Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
A classic performer!
Derby Dash
April 25, 2026
Pioneer Park at 3939 Madison Pike, Covington, Kentucky
Bring Your Own “Horse”—stick horse, mop, broom, yardstick… whatever you’ve have! Races will be separated by age groups and will have prizes and ribbons!
Opera Star John Holiday
April 25, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Internationally acclaimed countertenor
Stomp
April 25–26, 2026
Victoria Theatre at 138 North Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
International percussion sensation
April Local Events in Southeastern Indiana
Ripley County Park Hop
Through May 2, 2026
Various 21 Ripley County Parks in Indiana
Enjoy walks and various activities
Madison Street Annual Gala and Dessert Auction
April 2, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Madison, 108 St. Michaels Avenue, Madison, Indiana 47259
Awards ceremony, followed by the popular auction of desserts created by Madison residents and business owners
Rising Sun Easter Egg Hunt
April 4, 2026
Soccer fields by the Street Dept. Behind 510 S. Mulberry St., Rising Sun, Indiana
10am; bring a basket
31st Annual Hot Luck & Fiery Foods Marketplace
April 10–11, 2026
Thomas Family Winery at 208 East Second Street, Madison, Indiana
Calling all chili heads and spicy food fans
Egg Extravaganza at the Lanier Mansion
April 5, 2026
Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, Indiana
Easter egg hunt and lawn games
SE Indiana F.A.R.M. Club Swap Meet
April 11, 2026
Ripley Co. Fairgrounds at 525 W. Beech St., Osgood, Indiana 47037
Farm, lawn & garden, workshop, antiques, collectables, auto & truck items, crafts, farm & orchard vendors
Bob Ross Run For the Trees 5K
April 18–26, 2026
Clifty Falls State Park 2221 Clifty Drive, Madison, Indiana
Complete anywhere outdoors by foot, bike, paddle, or mobility device between April 18–April 26
Ripley County 48-Hour Filmmakers Challenge
April 24–26, 2026
2026 Ripley County Film Fest!
Fnished films will premiere during the Ripley County Film Fest throughout the week of June 2–6, 2026 at the Gibson Theatre in Batesville and the Damm Theatre in Osgood.
Spring Celebration Festival
April 25, 2026
Lathier Winery at 123 Mill St., Madison, Indiana
Wine, workshops and gardening classes
Spring Craft Bazaar and Car Show
April 25, 2026
901 W. US 50, Versailles, Indiana 47042
9am–2pm; homemade goods and crafts; car show
