Free Stuff

Everyday (just about):
Cincinnati Art Museum: Located in scenic Eden Park, the Cincinnati Art Museum features an unparalleled art collection of more than 60,000 works spanning 6,000 years. General admission is free. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesdays:
LPK Acoustic Lunch: It’s the area’s oldest and most prestigious lunchtime series of concerts. Every Tuesday, Piatt Park, 8th & Vine, 11:45 a.m to 1:45 p.m.

Wednesdays:
Party in the Park: Put your party pants on and dance with 5,000 of your best friends. Music’s the main event, then it’s up to you. Sponsored by 96ROCK and Bud Light. Yeatman’s Cove along the riverfront, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Thursdays:
Salsa on the Square: The summer heats up with free salsa lessons and a sizzling line up of Latin music every Thursday evening from 7 to 10 p.m.

Newport on the Levee Concert Series: Newport on the Levee and B105 present the 2010 LIVE at the Levee Summer Concert Series. Held on the Plaza by the Aquarium at Newport on the Levee, these concerts take place every Thursday night, June 17 through August 5.

Fridays:
Final Friday, Pendleton: Pendleton Arts Center galleries open their doors the last Friday of every month from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Visit more than 20 galleries, local restaurants, bars and shops in the historic community of Over-the-Rhine.

Oakley After Hours: The last Friday of the month, Oakley rocks with gallery openings, live entertainment, face painting, special sales and happy hour prices at participating restaurants. Downtown Oakley, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Wine Tasting: Every Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Kroger's Newport Pavillion (wine and liqour store) pours a little fruit of the vine, served with a side of deli delights and chef's specials. Most affordable  happy hour in town!

Sundays:
Second Sunday in OTR: From now through September, the second of the month is cause for celebration. Food, crafts, music, celebrity chef demos, a beer garden and a line-up of special events are featured in Over-the-Rhine’s Gateway Quarter and Main Street neighborhoods.

Taft Museum: General admission is free and so is the parking! Enjoy brunch, visit the Museum Shop, and participate in a variety of free programs including tours, concerts and 3rd Sunday Fundays. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.