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February Local Events

Fun things to do in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Southeast Indiana, Dayton and Springfield, Ohio

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

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February Local Events near Cincinnati, Ohio

Bridalarama (EAST)
Through February 1, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
All kinds of great ideas for your wedding

Cincinnati Travel, Sports, & Boat Show (CENTRAL)
Through February 1, 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
All kinds of boats and RVs on display!

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express
Through February 15, 2026
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Suspenseful murder mystery

Where We Stand (CENTRAL)
Through February 22, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati at 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The community must decide what’s deserved in this stirring exploration of mercy, forgiveness, and the ties that bind us

Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women (CENTRAL)
Through February 15, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Theater adaption of a classic novel

A Solider’s Play (CENTRAL)
Through February 15, 2026
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Shocking murder of a polarizing sergeant, prompting a determined officer to unearth the truth behind this unsettling crime

Moonlight Winter Stroll (WEST)
February 2, 2026
Spring Grove Cemetery at 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45232
ull moon hike in Spring Grove! With a little luck, nature will supply the snow and a clear night.

Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!
February 5, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
New musical follows Gabby as she uncovers a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow

Cincinnati Golf Expo
February 6–8, 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Dozens of golf entertainment, retail and travel exhibitors

Crushin’ It 4 (EAST)
February 6–7, 2026
Loveland Stage Company at 111 S. 2nd St., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Valentine variety show

First Friday (NORTH)
February 6, 2026
Pendleton Art Center at 1105 Central Avenue, Middletown, Ohio
Art, music and food!

Mahler Symphony No. 4 (CENTRAL)
February 6–7, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Anna Thorvaldsdottir’s ARCHORA hums with a tension that builds to a haunting ethereal calm, creating an atmospheric soundscape

Murder Mystery Company’s Dinner Theater Show (NORTH)
February 6 and 13, 2026
6320 S. Gilmore Rd., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Uncover the truth while enjoying dinner

Cincy Boat Expo (EAST)
February 7–15, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
View boats and learn about the boating lifestyle

Cincy Beerfest (CENTRAL)
February 7, 2026
Cincinnati Convention Center at 525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati’s largest craft beer festival

Cincinnati Winter Blues Experience (NORTH)
February 7, 2026
Mason Manor House: 7440 Mason Montgomery Rd., Mason, Ohio 45040
Live jazz

Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
February 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

Findlay Market Tour (CENTRAL)
February 7, 21, and 28, 2026 (+dates throughout 2026)
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Discover hidden gems at the market; samples from 5 merchants

Mary’s Wedding (CENTRAL)
February 7–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

Maple Fest Hike (NORTH)
February 7–14, 2026
Cincinnati Nature Center at 4949 Tealtown Rd., Milford, Ohio 45150
Sample maple during the hike through the sugarbush

Peter & The Wolf (CENTRAL)
February 7, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Magical musical adventure

Shucked (CENTRAL)
February 10–22, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tony award-winning musical comedy

After Hours: 80s Edition (WEST)
February 12, 2026
Cincinnati Museum Center at 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
Break out the leg warmers, tease that hair, and dust off your neon — it’s time to party like it’s 1985!

Hearts Afire Weekend (EAST)
February 13–15, 2026
Loveland, Ohio 45140
Fire and ice entertainment, outdoor decor, Valentine specials

Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter Tour (CENTRAL)
February 13, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show!

My Nose Turns Red (NORTH)
February 13, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S Monument Ave, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Learn the tricks of the circus trade; juggling, acrobatics, clowning

Swan Lake (CENTRAL)
February 13–21, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Ballet performs a breathtaking romantic tragedy

Wanda Sykes: Please and Thank You Tour (CENTRAL)
February 13, 2026
Andrew J Brody Music Center at 25 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy Show!

Black Wine Fest (CENTRAL)
February 14, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Enjoy wine brands from across the country

Drink the Sea (CENTRAL)
February 14, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Featuring Peter Buck, Barrett Martin, Alain Johannes and Duke Garwood

Mardi Gras Party (NORTH)
February 14, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S Monument Ave, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
A fun night!

Marlon Wayons (CENTRAL)
February 14, 2026
Hard Rock Cincinnati Casino at 1000 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy Show!

Art on Vine (CENTRAL)
February 15, 2026 (+Mar 15, Apr 12, May–June TBD)
Rheingeist Brewery
(May at Washington Park)
Local artisans and crafters

Cin City Reptile Show (NORTH)
February 15, 2026 (+Mar 8, 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!

An Evening with the Rush Tribute Project (CENTRAL)
February 18, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Featuring video of the band

B2K Bow Wow Boys 4 Life Tour (CENTRAL)
February 20, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Two R&B bands!

Michael Blaustein: The Taste Me Tour (CENTRAL)
February 20, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show!

Cincinnati Home & Garden Show (CENTRAL)
February 20–22, 2026; February 27–March 1, 2026
Cincinnati Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Home improvement and garden ideas!

Yue Yin Dance Company: Embrace – A Season of Connection (CENTRAL)
February 20–21, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Modern dance of the highest quality and goosebump-inducing

20th Century Modern Cincinnati (WEST)
February 21–22, 2026
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Rd., Sharonville, Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
MidCentury Modern show

Cincinnati Home & Garden Show (CENTRAL)
February 22–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)
February 23–March 2, 2026
Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
Chili deals all week long!
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John Mulaney: Mister Whatever (CENTRAL)
February 26–27, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show!

Ndlovu Youth Choir (CENTRAL)
February 27, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
South African choir with choreography and rich vocal harmonies

Beethoven & Ravel (CENTRAL)
February 28–March 1, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Samuel Lee, winner of the prestigious Malko Competition and former Associate Conductor of the CSO, returns for a sublime evening of music

Dancing with the Stars: Live! (CENTRAL)
February 28, 2026 (+May 7)
Andrew J. Brady Music Center at 25 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Featuring fan-favorite professional dancers from the #1 hit television series

An Evening with Joe Bonamassa (CENTRAL)
February 28, 2026
Taft Theatre at 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Live in concert

Mrs. Christie (CENTRAL)
February 28–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

February Events near Northern Kentucky

Willy Wonka
Through February 8, 2026
Williamstown Performing Arts Center at 300 Helton Rd., Williamstown, Kentucky 41097
Golden Tickets are hidden in Wonka Bars across the world

Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair
February 1, 2026 (1st Sundays Feb–Dec)
Ludlow Theatre at 322 Elm St., Ludlow, Kentucky, 41016
Homemade goods, vintage items and more

Bellevue First Friday
February 6, 2026
Historic Bellevue at Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, Kentucky 41073
Different theme each month; sip, stroll and shop

Home and Design Show
February 7–8, 2026
Northern Kentucky Convention Center at 1 W Rivercenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Explore the latest in kitchen and bath design, outdoor living spaces, smart home tech, and décor

Mainstrasse Village Food and Culture Tour
February 7, 14, 21 and 2028, 2026 (weekly Saturdays throughout the year)
Cedar at 701 Main Street, Covington, Kentucky 41011
Savor local foods from 5 restaurants

MainStrasse Mardi Gras Parade
February 14, 2026
MainStrasse Village at 602 Main St., Covington, Kentucky 41011
A fun parade and pub crawl
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February Events near Dayton and Springfield, Ohio

Puppy Pals Live!
February 1, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
Family-fun, action-packed performance of beloved dogs in spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats

Les Miserables
February 3–8, 2026
Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St.,Dayton, Ohio 45402
An acclaimed musical

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

Jay Leno
February 5, 2026
Hobart Arena at 255 Adams Street, Troy, Ohio 45373 
Acclaimed late-night host, stand-up comedian, author, and car enthusiast

Dinosaurs in Dayton: Jurassic Quest
February 6–8, 2026
Dayton Convention Center at 22 East Fifth Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Dinosaurs galore

Front Street Art Hop
February 6 and 7, 2-26 (+Mar 6/7, 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.

Okpebholo’s The Cook-Off
February 6–7, 2026
Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
New comic opera

St Brigid Fish Fry
February 6, 2026
312 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio 45385 
6pm–11pm; Fish, Fries, Coleslaw, Beer and Soft Drinks as well as games

The Cook-Off and Bon Appetit
February 6–7, 2026
Rogers Glass Center for the Arts at 29 E. Creative Way, Dayton, Ohio 45469
Comedic opera set during a televised cooking competition

The Naked Magicians
February 7, 2026
Victoria Theatre at  138 North Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402 [
Funny and naughty show

Miami County Home & Garden Show
February 13–15, 2026
Hobart Arena t 255 Adams Street, Troy, Ohio 45373 
All kinds of ideas to uodate your home

Our Lady of the Rosary Fish Fry
February 13, 2026
10 Notre Dame Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45404
All-you-can-eat cod

Love Your Craft Show
February 14, 2026
4401 South Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio 45502
80 booths of artists, crafters, farmers, jewelry, etc

Only in New York
February 13–22, 2026
Wright State Creative Arts Center at 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Fairborn, Ohio 45324
Soulful musical about chasing dreams, parenthood, and self-discovery 

TechFest 2026
February 14–15, 2026
Sinclair Community College at 444 W. 3rd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
70+ exhibits; a family event

Three American Troubadours
February 14, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
Songs from James Taylor, Carly Simon and Carole King

Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
February 15, 2026 (+Mar 22, 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

Singin in the Rain
February 19–March 29, 2026
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Romantic musical comedy based on the classic 1952 film

Friday Night Fish Fry at Yankee Trace
February 20–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

Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty
February 20–22, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
A ballet experience

Classic Albums Live Performs Eagles: Hotel California
February 21, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Classic rock album experience

Patterson Homestead Open House
February 21, 2026 (+Mar 28, 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

Beavercreek Weekend of Jazz
February 27–28, 2026
Beavercreek High School at 2660 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, Ohio 45434
Jazz festival

Dayton Off Road Expo & Show
February 27–28, 2026
Roberts Centre at 123 Gano Rd., Wilmington, Ohio 45177
Vendors, jeeps and monster trucks

Contradiction of The Southern Soul
February 27–March 1, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Human Race Theatre Company performs; An actress returns to her East Texas hometown in the wake of a family tragedy to make peace with the past and accept the future.

Black By Popular Demand
February 28–March 1, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
A soul-stirring return to the iconic works

Changes: A Symphonic Tribute to the Music of David Bowie
February 28, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Full symphony and a killer rock band!

Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire
February 28, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
From the funky grooves to the sophisticated and complex lyrics and orchestrations, the elements of Earth, Wind & Fire live

February Events near Southeastern Indiana

Schocolate Celebration
February 7–14, 2026
Lanthier Winery & Distillery at 123 Mill St., Madison, Indiana 47250
Great chocolate fest for cocoa treats of all types and tastes

Annual Cherry Thing-A-Ling Days
February 12–16, 2026
Schmidt’s Bakery at 125 Batesville Shopping Village, Batesville, Indiana
Delicious baked treats only available for a short time

Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners Concert
February 28, 2026
Lawrenceburg Entertainment Center at 91 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Enjoy the concert

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