Our multi-brand fashion store offers a selection from world-renowned and emerging designers, with a focus on ethically-produced and sustainable products. 1230 Vine Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 (513) 381-4059
CinCinnati WelCome
Friends,
On behalf of the City of Cincinnati, I am thrilled to welcome you! We are honored to host you in our great city, and I can’t wait for you to learn all about what makes us special.
You’re going to have a wonderful stay as you get to know our 52 diverse, vibrant, and walkable neighborhoods. Each community in our city is home to distinct and rich cultures, business centers, and personalities – but together, they make up one unified and proud Cincinnati. From downtown to College Hill, from the West Side to the East Side, you will find stunning architecture, exciting entertainment opportunities, and energetic residents ready to welcome you. We love our home, and we can’t wait to show you why.
Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about all the amazing attractions we have to offer in the area. With top-rated museums, theaters, parks, and restaurants – and one of the highest ranked zoos in the nation – there is something for everyone in the Queen City.
We are honored to welcome thousands of visitors among our guests each year, and we know your decision to visit will not leave you disappointed. Thank you for coming to Cincinnati, and we’re excited to see you back here soon.
Sincerely,
Aftab Pureval Mayor, City of Cincinnati
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Fabulous 12-month TOTAL INTERIOR and EXTERIOR REMODEL in the exclusive Catavina neighborhood in North Scottsdale 85259! 4522sf single story home on .79 acre lot with 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths and 4 Car Garage. Surrounded by breathtaking multi-million-dollar mountain views and featuring exceptional curb appeal and elevation, this newly transformed dream home is a true one-of-a-kind gem crafted to offer the ultimate Scottsdale living experience. MLS #6920797
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This extensively upgraded nearly-new smart home offers a generous 2,473 SF contemporary layout - with the rare First-Floor Primary Bedroom Suiteand has 4 large bedrooms (all with walk-in closets), 2.5-baths - and shows like a model! The home has fabulous curb appeal and is ideally situated on one of the community’s most coveted PREMIUM LOTS. Enjoy unobstructed views of the community park right outside your front door and no direct rear neighbors thanks to the scenic walking path behind the home—providing exceptional privacy and open space. Just a short stroll to the community heated pool/spa, playgrounds, and bbqs!
Arabella is ideally located in the coveted Scottsdale 85254 “magic zip code” and is minutes from Desert Ridge, The Mayo Clinic, American Express HQ, Kierland, Scottsdale Quarter, the new Paradise Valley Mall area as well as top-rated schools, highways, restaurants, shopping, hospitals and more!
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A Taste of Home: Makers Bakers Co. at Findlay Market
When Kevin and Tara first opened Makers Bakers Co six years ago, they didn’t start in a full storefront—they started their dream in a tent outside of Findlay Market. That simple beginning, fueled by a determination to serve and tried-and-true recipes, has blossomed into a bakery recognized far beyond Cincinnati, making it a true destination for many travelers. Makers Bakers has been voted a top ten bakery in Cincinnati, and their fame has spread globally, having been written about in National Geographic and The U.K. Mirror, as well as being featured on the Discovery Channel. They’re also a fan favorite at local festivals, a staple of both The Taste of Cincinnati and Oktoberfest.
Now settled in a beautiful, new central location, their journey is a testament to their dedication to quality and to an always welcoming customer service that makes every interaction feel like coming home. Walk by their counter and you can literally see the passion at work—and the incredible selection! Makers Bakers consistently displays over 40 items daily. While their seasonal handmade pies, famous for their true butter crusts, are a cherished holiday tradition, their everyday menu is a deep dive into dessert heaven. They are famous for their unbelievably heralded bourbon caramel banana pudding and have become a local legend for their flagship cheesecakes, offering over 75 flavors rotated throughout the year.
The Makers Bakers story is built on a strong community spirit. They’ve earned the unwavering loyalty of their Market regulars and champion local partnerships, even collaborating with Sam Adams to
create unique pairings. As they settle into their new space, they continue to innovate, expanding their menu to include gourmet sandwich offerings served on fresh, house-baked breads like focaccia, sourdough, and brioche, with more varieties on the way. Whether you’re ordering a spectacular wedding cake or just stopping in for a simple, delicious lunch, Makers Bakers ensures there truly is something for everyone. Stop by their new location, and discover why their handmade nostalgia and 5-star service taste like sweet success.
What’S GoinG on thiS oCt./nov.
ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS
650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-621-2787 [ARTS]
The Lightfoot Band: 10/7
The Mersey Beatles: 10/10
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Convergence Speaker Series: 10/11
The Notebook: 10/14-10/26
Frassati: 10/07-10/19
Frown Upside Down: 10/25
Twilight in Concert: 10/28
A Christmas Story: The Musical: 11/14-11/22
‘Twas A Girls Night Before Christmas: The Musical: 11/29
BOGART’S
2621 Vine St.: 9/3-9/15
Cincinnati, OH 45219
513-872-8801
Evnne: 10/15
Lawrence: 10/18
Mushroomhead: 10/22
Osamason: 10/23
Like Moths to Flames: 10/24
The Psychology of Cults: 10/26
Everclear: 10/28
Sincinnati Circuit Party Weekend: 10/31
Gasolina Reggaeton Party 18+: 11/1
Roy Wood, Jr.: 11/3
Ski Mask The Slump God: 11/5
Tye Tribbett: 11/6
Sixteen Candles: 11/7
Chicks in the Office: 11/8
Andy Bell of Erasure: 11/9
Shakey Graves: 11/11
Thomas Dolby: 11/12
Loathe: 11/13
Pete Correale: 11/14
Chase Matthew: 11/15
Silverstein: 11/19
Rene Vaca: 11/20
Lecrae: 11/2
Sheng Wang: 11/22
Fit for a King: 11/23
Set It Off: 11/25
Emo Nite at Bogart’s 18+: 11/28
Leon Thomas: 11/29
Senses Fail & Story of the Year: 11/30
CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM
953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-ARTS (2787)
Rediscovered Treasures: 9/191/18/26
Recall. Reframe. Respond. The Art of Paul Scott: 10/10-1/4/26
What, Me Worry? The Art and Humor of MAD Magazine: 11/21-3/1/26
CINCINNATI BALLET COMPANY
1555 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214
513-621-5219
The Great Gatsby: 11/7-11/15
CINCINNATI BENGALS
vs. Steelers: 10/16 vs. Jets: 10/26 vs. Bears: 11/2 vs. Patriots: 11/23
CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER
1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45203
513-287-7000
Auschwitz: Not long ago. Not far away.: Opens October 2025
CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK
962 Mt. Adams Circle Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-3888 (Box Office)
The Heart Sellers: 10/25-11/23
A Christmas Carol: 11/21-12/28
CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA
1241 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-381-
ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES
1410 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-8726
Changing Perceptions: Opens November 2025
3300
Ingrid Michaelson: 10/21
Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert: 11/1-11/2
NAS: ILLMATIC live with the Cincinnati Pops: 11/12-11/13
CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
719 Race Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-381-2273
Dracula: 10/3-11/1
Love’s Labour’s Lost: 11/14-12/6
CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300
Dame Jane Conducts Mozart: 10/18/10/19
Barber & Shostakovich: 10/2410/25
Yo-Yo Ma Plays Elgar: 11/4
Louis Conducts Petrushka: 11/811/9
The Bells & Symphonie Fantastique: 11/21-11/22
Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7: 11/29-11/30
CINCINNATI ZOO 3400 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45220
513-281-4700
Jack O’Lantern Glow: 10/1410/19, 10/21-10/26, 10/2810/30
HallZOOween: 10/18-10/19,
What’S GoinG on
10/25-10/26
PNC Festival of Lights: 11/201/4/26
CONTEMPORARY ARTS
CENTER
44 E. 6th St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-345-8400
Marcus Leslie Singleton: New Steps: 6/20-10/19
Soul of a Garden: 8/21-11/9
Ancestral Visions, Future Dreams: 10/10-11/16
Sheida Soleimani: 10/181/25/26
Lillian Schwartz: Pictures from a Gallery: 10/18-1/25/26
GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB
8410 Market Place Lane Cincinnati, OH 45242
513-984-9288
Jimmy Pardo: 10/15
Nathan Lund: 10/16-10/19
Greg Hahn: 10/23-10/26
Chris Higgins: 10/30-11/2
Tom Dustin: 11/6-11/9
Eddie Gossling: 11/13-11/16
Kevin Bozeman: 11/20-11/22
Emo Philips & Tim Cavanagh: 11/23
Mike Cronin: 11/28-11/30
HERITAGE BANK CENTER
100 Broadway Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-4111
Brandy & Monica: 10/16
Nate Bargatze: 10/25-10/26
UniteUS: 11/5
Trans-Siberian Orchestra-The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: 11/15
Hoops Classic: 11/21
Jonas20: 11/22
Pentatonix: 11/24
85 South Spin the Block Comedy Tour: 11/29
Stevie Nicks: 11/30
HOLLYWOOD CASINO
777 Hollywood Blvd. Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
888-274-6797
Dylan Scott: 10/11
Rodney Carrington: 11/8
KC and the Sunshine Band: 11/15
MUSIC HALL
1241 Elm St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-621-2787 (ARTS)
Bricks & Beer: Cincinnati Music Hall History and Hops: 10/1711/20
Cincinnati Coffee Festival 2025: 10/25-10/26
Ghost Tours of Music Hall: 10/31-11/19
Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert: 11/1-11/2
NANCY AND DAVID WOLF HOLOCAUST & HUMANITY CENTER
1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45203
513-487-3055
Weekly Holocaust Speaker Series via Zoom every Wednesday at 11:00am: https:// www.holocaustandhumanity. org/speaker-series/ Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away.: Opening Weekend Panel & Experiences: 10/19
Hornstein Lecture: The Role of Medicine in the Holocaust and its Contemporary Relevance: Sustaining Our Moral Compass: 11/2
Teatime: Chinese Enamels from the Taft Collection: 11/153/22/26
TAFT THEATRE
317 E. Fifth St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-232-6220
A.J. Croce Presents Croce Plays Croce: 10/13
Neko Case: 10/14
Herbie Hancock: 10/17
Ali Siddiq: 10/18
The Big Money Tour-Jon Batiste Plays America: 10/21
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac: 10/22
Heather McMahan: 10/23
Moe.: 10/24
Taylor Tomlinson: 10/25
Yes: 10/28
Steve Hackett: 11/1
Josh Ritter and the Royal City Band: 11/4
Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars: 11/5
Blue October: 11/6
Brian Culbertson: 11/8
The Stray Cats Fall Tour: 11/11
Ninja Kidz! Live on Stage: 11/14
Sesame Street Live!: 11/15
Black Violin: 11/16
Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience: 11/21
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage: 11/26
Bela Fleck & The Flecktones: 11/29
ConventionS & SpeCial eventS
Fall on the Farm
Blooms & Berries Farm Market
9669 S. St. Rt. 48
Loveland, OH 10/1-10/31
Kings Island Halloween Haunt
Kings Island Amusement Park
6300 Kings Island Dr. Kings Island,OH 10/1-11/1
The USS Nightmare
101 Riverboat Row Newport, KY 10/2-11/8
Cincinnati Fear Fest 1449 Greenbush Cobb Rd. Williamsburg, OH 10/3-11/2
America’s River Roots Festival
Cincinnati, Covington, and Newport Riverfronts, OH and KY 10/8-10/12
Ghost Tours at The Dent Schoolhouse
The Dent Schoolhouse 5963 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH Now to 10/22
Haunted Village
Heritage Village Museum 11500 Lebanon Rd.
Sharonville, OH 10/10-10/25 (weekends only)
Burnet Woods Fall Fest
Burnet Woods and Trailside
Nature Center 3251 Brookline Avenue Cincinnati, OH 10/11
East Main Music Fest
316 W. Main St. Mason, OH 10/11
Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 10/15-10/18
ArtisanFest513 Small
Business Flea
Washington Park OTR 1230 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 10/18
Cincinnati Comic Expo-North Edition
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 10/24-10/26
Fall Fest Weekend at Washington Park
Washington Park 1230 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 10/25-10/26
Thanksgiving Day Race
TQL Stadium 1501 Central Pkwy. Cincinnati, OH 10/27
Holiday Market
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 11/7-11/9
Body, Mind, Spirit Celebration
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 11/22-11/23
Mariemont Veterinary Clinic
In May of 2022, Zola Veterinary Group purchased Mariemont Veterinary Clinic from Dr. Jim Westerfield, the long-time owner/practitioner. Located in between the Madeira, Madisonville, and Oakley areas, Mariemont Veterinary Clinic has been faithfully serving the local community at the current location on Murray Avenue since the late 1980s. When we decided to dive in and purchase the hospital from Dr. Westerfield, we knew there was something special about Mariemont Veterinary Clinic. In this day and age where corporate entities dominate the veterinary field, Dr. Westerfield had created and fostered a unique space where clients and pets were seen as a family community, while still practicing excellent medicine. As soon as we came in to see the clinic, we knew that this was a special place. The warmth and welcoming atmosphere was evident as soon
as we walked in the door, and although the building was older, we could see the potential in it. In January of 2025, we began a major remodel, clearing out the entire building except for the four outside walls. Teaming up with BDA (Buidling Design for Animals) Architecture and JDL Warm Construction, our vision of expanding the feeling of community to reach as many people and pets as possible was becoming a reality. The major project was completed by the first week of June, and we are currently operating out of our new and improved space. As a full service veterinary clinic, we are now able to continue to offer the highest standards of care to all pets, small animals and all exotics, and share our vision of community with the entire Cincinnati and Tri-State Area. Come on in and tour our new facility and see what we are all about!
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Art Beyond Boundaries presents Changing Perceptions: Just Us series, which features the work of artists with and without disabilities, has continually grown in popularity as one of the regions’ most vibrant fine art exhibits. Dates, November 8, 2025 to January 9, 2026. Call for Artists deadline Oct 14th.
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Truva Turkish Kitchen: The Turkish Breakfast Experience
In a world where breakfast often means a quick bite or a cup of coffee on the go, Turkey offers a delicious reminder that the first meal of the day can be a feast— meant to be savored, shared, and celebrated.
A traditional Turkish breakfast, or kahvaltı, is a colorful spread of flavors and textures. It usually includes fresh white cheese (beyaz peynir), black and green olives, ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, boiled eggs or fried sucuk (spicy sausage), homemade jams, honey with clotted cream (kaymak), and endless baskets of warm, crusty bread. All of this is typically served with bottomless glasses of strong Turkish tea in tulip-shaped glasses—never rushed, always social.
By contrast, the classic American breakfast leans heartier and often heavier: stacks of pancakes drizzled with syrup, scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, sausages, toast with butter, and of course, coffee—preferably in a large mug. It’s a breakfast built for fuel, often eaten quickly before the rush of the
day begins.
What sets the Turkish breakfast apart isn’t just variety—it’s the ritual. It’s the slow pace, the shared plates, the conversation. While the American breakfast celebrates indulgence and convenience, Turkish breakfast is about connection. It’s less about “grabbing something to eat” and more about gathering together.
Whether you find comfort in a plate of bacon and eggs or delight in spreading rose jam over fresh bread, one thing is clear: breakfast is far more than food—it’s culture. And in Turkey, that culture begins at the table, with a meal that turns every morning into a celebration.
Kenwood
8060 Montgomery Rd., Suite 400, Cincinnati OH 45236 • 513-407-6965
Our mission at Café Alma is to encourage the habit of healthy eating, living a well-balanced lifestyle and spreading the knowledge we have about the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet.
FORNO
3514 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
513-818-8720
Bustling, light-filled option for rustic Italian entrees & pizza plus wine & craft cocktails.
HIGH GRAIN BREWING CO.
6860 Plainfield Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236
513-791-7000
A brewery with a scratch kitchen making sustainable choices from the onset of each project. We
love beer and believe beer is best with a good meal with locally sourced food.
A quirky joint doling out beers and jumbo burgers with adventurous toppings in a neon-lit room.
TRUVA TURKISH KITCHEN
8060 Montgomery Rd., Suite 400 Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-407-6965
A Mediterranean restaurant specializing in authentic Turkish cuisine. The restaurant focuses on offering the freshest ingredients in their signature dishes, inviting guests to enjoy the taste and flavors of traditional Turkish fare.
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BARRIL
940 Pavilion St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-381-6112
Mexican inspired sports bar in historic Mt Adams!
FILLO MODERN GREEK
1505 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-873-1995
The heart of Fillo’s dinner menu lies in its Mezedes - traditional Greek small plates designed for sharing and celebrating the joys of togetherness. From classic favorites like tzatziki and spicy feta dip to irresistible moussaka, each meze bursts with the authentic flavors of Greece, prepared with love and care.
MOERLEIN LAGER HOUSE
115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-2337
Prominently situated in the dynamic Smale Riverfront Park, the Moerlein Lager House offers a guest experience unlike any other - a working microbrewery producing a full line of Moerlein
craft brews and delectable fare reminiscent of foods served in the city’s celebrated 19th century beer gardens.
NICOLA’S
1420 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-6200
Chic venue presenting contemporary Italian cuisine in a warm space with exposed-brick walls.
PRIME CINCINNATI
580 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-579-0720
Known for its USDA Prime Steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selectionand outstanding service.
VIA VITE
520 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-8483
Elevated Italian dishes in an upmarket restaurant with a bar serving wine, beer & craft cocktails.
area art GallerieS
ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES
1410 Main St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-8726
Carl Solway Gallery
424 Findlay Street Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-621-0069
The Carnegie 1028 Scott Blvd Covington, KY 41011 859-491-2030
DAAP Galleries
2624 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-2839
Gallery Veronique
The Shops at Harper’s Point 11324 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45249 513-530-5379
Kennedy Heights Art Center 6546 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-631-4278
The Marta Hewett Gallery
The Annex at the Pendleton Art Center 1310 Pendleton St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-281-2780
Weston Art Gallery 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202-2517 513-977-4165
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FORNO
9415 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
513-231-5555
Italian plates, including wood-fired pizza, served in a rustic setting with a fireplace.
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY
7875 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236
Reservations: (513) 794-0670
Carryout: (513) 794-0676
Banquets: (513) 794-0672
Stop by Maggiano’s at Kenwood Towne Centre for season-fresh Italian food in Cincinnati, prepared by Chef Karl Lenz and inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes.
THE ORIGINAL MONTGOMERY INN
9440 Montgomery Rd. Montgomery, OH 45242
513-791-3482
Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!
KentuCKy DininG
COPPINS AT HOTEL COVINGTON
638 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011
859-905-6800
Locally sourced New American fare & cocktails in a rustic-chic gastropub at Hotel Covington.
GRANDVIEW TAVERN
2220 Grandview Dr. Fort Mitchell, KY 41017
859-341-8439
One of Northern Kentucky’s premier food and beverage entertainment business. Established in 2007 and still going strong. Over a decade of research and development has forged a casual upscale concept, second to none.
THE PARK POUR
4815 Cooper Road
Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
513-376-7247
Great coffee, light bites, cocktails and exciting wines. A comfortably familiar spot for conversation with friends, work meetups or grabbing a bottle of wine on your way home.
TRUVA
TURKISH KITCHEN
5065 Deerfield Blvd.
Mason, OH 45040
513-486-1856
A Mediterranean restaurant specializing in authentic Turkish cuisine. The restaurant focuses on offering the freshest ingredients in their signature dishes, inviting guests to enjoy the taste and flavors of traditional Turkish fare.
THE KNOWLEDGE BAR & SOCIAL ROOM
620 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011
859-905-6713
Vibrant bar offering a vast array of spirits and classic cocktails, plus tapas.
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IDLEWILD – OTR
1230 Vine Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 (513) 381-4059
