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http://www.downtowncincinnati.com Downtown Cincinnati Inc.
(1997)

(DCI) is a non-profit business organization with a mission to build a dynamic metropolitan center valued as the heart of the region. The organization was incorporated in 1994 and is funded by a Special Improvement District that includes all property within the boundaries of Eggleston Avenue on the east, Central Parkway on the north, Central Avenue on the west (including the Centennial buildings),

and the river on the south (excluding the two stadiums). Our Services Plan is available for download on this page. DCI provides leadership and advocacy for important issues that ensure long-term downtown vitality, and plays an important role in working with strong partners to improve the city. DCI delivers its mission by providing services in three areas:

* Maintaining and enhancing a safe, clean and welcoming environment downtown, including the recognized Downtown Ambassador program--visible in bright orange and blue uniforms and great attention to detail and quick response.

* Maintaining and enhancing the image, awareness and usage of downtown as a vibrant hub of activity through strategic marketing and communications, including the popular Downtown Guide, proactive media relations and presentations, Downtown Dazzle holiday events and timely email communications.

* Advocate for and support business and residential growth downtown through stakeholder services programs and serving as the primary source of downtown data collection and distribution to stakeholders by providing semiannual and annual State of Downtown reports.

Downtown Cincinnati is home to a variety of incredible Black-owned businesses—from cozy cafés to chic boutiques and beyo...
10/02/2025

Downtown Cincinnati is home to a variety of incredible Black-owned businesses—from cozy cafés to chic boutiques and beyond.

Join us in celebrating their ambition, creativity, and impact within our city! Swipe through to discover these local gems, and make a pledge to support them today and always.

What is your favorite local black-owned business and why? Show them some love in the comments below.

Love is in the air in the Fountain District at Fountain Square's Love Skate on Friday, Feb. 14, from 5–8 PM! Enjoy a rom...
10/02/2025

Love is in the air in the Fountain District at Fountain Square's Love Skate on Friday, Feb. 14, from 5–8 PM! Enjoy a romantic evening on the ice, then warm up in the tent, where Black-owned businesses will be highlighted in celebration of Black History Month.

In the warming tent, visitors can enjoy creating:

💌 Piece of My Heart with Moreau Sewing Unlimited – Couples and loved ones alike can create a meaningful keepsake together, stitching a special design that represents the love for each other.

🍰 Cora’s Cakery's Create Your Own Cake Bar — Indulge in a one-of-a-kind interactive dessert experience! Customize your own personal cake creations with over 15 toppings and 5 decadent sauces to choose fro mwith Cora’s Cakery

A perfect Valentine’s date awaits—don’t miss this special night in the heart of downtown! ❤️⛸️

Celebrate Black History Month with powerful events happening downtown! 🎭✨ Catch Primary Trust at - a Pulitzer Prize-win...
07/02/2025

Celebrate Black History Month with powerful events happening downtown! 🎭✨

Catch Primary Trust at - a Pulitzer Prize-winning drama following Kenneth, a shy bookseller whose life takes an unexpected turn, leading to heartwarming revelations. Hailed as “utterly absorbing” and “wonderfully vivid,” this must-see play runs all week! Showtimes vary.

Celebrate Black creativity and history tomorrow at ! 🍻✨ Starting at noon, enjoy the release of Ginger Mack, a tropical beer honoring Theodore Mack Sr., owner of one of America’s first Black-owned breweries. Shop a Black-owned pop-up market, vibe to , and support United Way’s Black Empowerment Works—$1 from each pint sold goes to the cause! Free & open to all!

Experience Beethoven X Beyoncé Tuesday at ! 🎶✨ Three powerhouse vocalists, a full orchestra, and a live band make this a must-see night of musical magic! Tickets are going fast—grab yours now

Experience their powerful story at Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See, now on display at the . Open 10 AM–5 PM daily this weekend. Don’t miss this impactful exhibition. Exhibit ends April 6th!

Level up your charcuterie board game at this Monday! 🍷🪵 Join Midwest Woodturner’s Pour Your Own Epoxy class to craft a custom epoxy river charcuterie board or lazy susan. Choose your colors, enjoy a brew, and let your creativity flow! Tickets for singles & couples are still available. Class starts at 6 PM!

Strip down for a cause! 🩳❤️ Cupid’s Undie Run returns to tomorrow, raising funds for those affected by Neurofibromatosis (NF). The party starts at noon, followed by a mile(ish) run at 2 PM, then an epic dance party to celebrate! The run is short, but the impact is huge—register today!

Save a life and score some perks! 🩸💙 The 14th annual Queen City Blood Drive is happening Tuesday & Wednesday at ! Donors get a free tee, Cyclones ticket vouchers, a hoodie (while supplies last), a Donatos Pizza coupon, and more! It only takes an hour—sign up today

Born in Cincinnati, Nikki Giovanni (1943–2024) was a literary powerhouse whose words shaped generations. A poet, activis...
05/02/2025

Born in Cincinnati, Nikki Giovanni (1943–2024) was a literary powerhouse whose words shaped generations. A poet, activist, and educator, she used her voice to celebrate Black culture, challenge injustice, and inspire change. From Black Feeling, Black Talk to Bicycles: Love Poems, her work remains a testament to resilience, love, and revolution.

Giovanni’s impact extended beyond poetry—she was a professor at Virginia Tech, a mentor to many, and a recipient of numerous honors, including the Langston Hughes Medal and multiple NAACP Image Awards. Ms. Giovanni's legacy lives on in her words, her teachings, and the lives she touched.

This Black History Month, honor Nikki Giovanni’s legacy by picking up one of her books at the , , or 📚

Want to learn more? Stop by , , or to deepen your knowledge about the Black historians who have shaped Cincinnati’s story.

Celebrate Black History Month in Downtown Cincinnati! ✨🖤This month, take time to honor, learn, and celebrate the rich hi...
01/02/2025

Celebrate Black History Month in Downtown Cincinnati! ✨🖤

This month, take time to honor, learn, and celebrate the rich history and contributions of the Black community. Support Black-owned businesses, visit National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, explore the powerful Black Lives Matter mural on Plum Street, and immerse yourself in the culture that makes our city so vibrant.

Every purchase, visit, and moment of learning makes a difference. How are you celebrating this month? Drop your favorite Black-owned businesses and must-visit spots in the comments!

The temps are rising, but you can still chill at this week’s downtown events! ❄️ Tomorrow, lace up for the Frozen 5K/10...
31/01/2025

The temps are rising, but you can still chill at this week’s downtown events!

❄️ Tomorrow, lace up for the Frozen 5K/10K, benefiting youth hockey programs. The race takes you along the river and through the Transit Center, with Twister and Puckchop cheering you on! 🏅 Registered runners get a long-sleeve tee, medal, hot chocolate, and a Cyclones ticket voucher. The fun starts at 9AM at —register now! ⛸️

Kick off Black History Month at 's African American Read-In tomorrow from 12-3 PM! 📚✨ Celebrate Black authors and stories with featured writers Taylor Bridgeforth, Jeremy Clark, Taylor Darks, and Shawn Pryor. Enjoy book signings, crafts, and more at this free, all-ages event!

Celebrate Black History Month in style at tomorrow at 6:30PM at in the ! ✨ This black-tie event honors Black culture, history makers, and creatives while supporting The BLK Foundation’s mission to uplift youth from marginalized communities. Secure your seat and dress to dazzle!

Life of Pi is making waves at the starting Tuesday night! 🌊 This award-winning Broadway hit brings an epic tale of survival to life with stunning visuals, world-class puppetry, and breathtaking stagecraft. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic—tickets are going fast! 🎭🐅

's Open House is tomorrow from 10AM to 3PM! Explore their newly remodeled showroom, discover luxury collections, and get free 15-minute design consultations—no appointment needed! Plus, enjoy gourmet pastries from & fresh coffee while you browse. 🏡☕ Don’t miss it!

Rev up for a good time! The Motorcycle Show returns to tomorrow! Enjoy rare custom bikes, local vendors, and great beer—all free & open to the public. Doors open at noon!

Enjoy a magical night at Frosty Flicks on ! Wednesday at 5PM, watch Harry Potter & The Goblet of Fire on the giant Fifth Third Bank LED board. ❄️ Warm up with hot spiced cider & a custom hot cocoa crunch bar from in the WGU Warming Tent. Skate, sip, and enjoy the magic! 🧙‍♂️⛸️

30/01/2025

Come to our GCCCEA youth organization’s 🧧Lunar New Year🧧Celebration @ Downtown Cincinnati Main Library on 🏮FEB 8, 3-5pm🏮to celebrate the Year of the snake!!

Morning views from the Cincinnati Convention Center and Elm St Plaza.... 😍
30/01/2025

Morning views from the Cincinnati Convention Center and Elm St Plaza.... 😍

30/01/2025

Looking for lunch plans? Look no further! 🍴 The switch up from your bagged sandwich has arrived.

CHICKEN SCHNITZEL 🍗 / THE SMASH BURGER 🍔 / PORK BANH MI 🐖

Breakfast is now served at ! 🌮✨Mazunte Centro, located at 611 Main St. is now open for breakfast from 8-11 a.m., Monday ...
30/01/2025

Breakfast is now served at ! 🌮✨

Mazunte Centro, located at 611 Main St. is now open for breakfast from 8-11 a.m., Monday through Saturday—bringing bold, authentic flavors to your morning routine! 🌞

Their brand-new breakfast menu, inspired by research trips to Texas and Mexico, features:
🥚 Huevos a la Mexicana – Scrambled eggs with jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, salsa guajillo, queso Oaxaca, and cilantro on a soft corn tortilla.
🍅 Huevos Entomatadas – Scrambled eggs in tomato salsa, topped with jalapeño roja salsa, queso Oaxaca, and cilantro on a soft corn tortilla.
🌽 Tamales – Choose from chicken with rajas and salsa verde, pork with mole, or cheese with poblanos and salsa verde.

Fuel up and begin your day with Mazunte! ☕🌯

To read more about the new breakfast menu and expanded hours, click the link in our bio to read the full article!

Don’t let the cold stop you—there’s plenty happening Downtown this week!Tonight, head to the Contemporary Arts Center fo...
24/01/2025

Don’t let the cold stop you—there’s plenty happening Downtown this week!

Tonight, head to the Contemporary Arts Center for with Cincinnati’s own Dylan Morton, who’s skated with Mariah Carey, Pink, and even at the Super Bowl! Enjoy a live performance, artist talk, and Q&A at 7PM. Free event, registration recommended!

Tomorrow night at 8PM, comedy legend Marlon Wayans brings his Wild Child Tour to Taft Theatre 🎤🎬. With blockbuster hits like White Chicks, Scary Movie, and The Wayans Bros., you already know he’s bringing the laughs! Tickets are going fast, don't miss out!

Experience Hamlet like never before at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company this weekend with the world premiere of A Room in the Castle. This fresh take on the classic tale shifts the spotlight to Ophelia and Gertrude, exploring their emotional journey through the intrigue of the Danish court. 🎟️ Reserve your seats now!

Get ready to rock ‘n’ roll, Cincy! The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular is hitting the stage at the Aronoff Center for the Arts Saturday night, and we can’t help falling in love with this high-energy celebration of The King’s greatest hits. Throw on your blue suede shoes and grab your tickets now!

Tonight, get ready for an unforgettable night featuring fire performers, stunning ice sculptures, cozy igloos, and a one-of-a-kind ice bar at Moerlein Lager House. Plus, enjoy a seafood-themed three-course dinner perfectly paired with cocktails and insights from Cincinnati’s own mixology legend, Molly Wellmann. 🍸🦞

Monday night plans? We’ve got you covered! Head to The Woodward Theater for a special 25th anniversary screening of the Coen Brothers’ classic O Brother, Where Art Thou? 🎻🏃‍♂️ Enjoy the film like never before with live music, custom cocktails, and more

Celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year in style Saturday night at Memorial Hall OTR with the Greater Cincinnati Chinese Music Society’s annual concert! For over 20 years, this cherished event has blended traditional Chinese instruments with the Philharmonic, creating a breathtaking musical experience. Get your tickets now and welcome the new year with music!
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We are proud to celebrate Cincinnati’s culinary excellence with the announcement of the 2025 James Beard Award semifinal...
22/01/2025

We are proud to celebrate Cincinnati’s culinary excellence with the announcement of the 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists, which include some of our city’s most talented chefs and restaurateurs.

David Jackman, chef and co-owner of .cinci in Over-the-Rhine, has been recognized as a semifinalist for Best Chef – Great Lakes Region, alongside other exceptional Ohio chefs.

Additionally, Mike Stankovich, owner of .cinti in Over-the-Rhine and located on , has been named a semifinalist for the newly introduced Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service category.

Cincinnati’s culinary talent shines beyond Downtown and OTR—, located just up the way in Walnut Hills, has also been recognized with a semifinalist nomination, further highlighting our city’s rich and diverse dining scene.

Considered among the nation’s most prestigious honors, the James Beard Awards recognize outstanding talent in the culinary and food media industries, celebrating a commitment to equity, sustainability, and fostering an inclusive culture. The 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists are honored across 25 categories, including three new beverage-focused awards, reflecting the evolving independent restaurant landscape. Congratulations, chefs! ❤️

Click the link in our bio to read the full article.

After honing her skill during the pandemic and going on to become a licensed cosmetologist, nail artist MiAngel Zanders ...
22/01/2025

After honing her skill during the pandemic and going on to become a licensed cosmetologist, nail artist MiAngel Zanders is gearing up to celebrate the grand opening of her namesake salon today. Located at 1525 Race Street in Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC)’s $17 million mixed-use Abington Race & Pleasant project, NailsxMiangel will join an array of other beauty-related businesses in Over-the-Rhine (OTR).

Zanders, who specializes in acrylic nails, will offer a variety of manicure and pedicure styles including gel, gel-x and more. Favoring more detailed, ‘artsy’ sets rather than basic sets, Zanders will be joined by three additional nail technicians with varying specialties in the 546-square-foot space. The technicians will operate independently, renting booths within the salon.

NailsxMiAngel is open Tuesday thru Saturday with no set hours. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are always welcome. Follow along on social media at NailsxMiangel for additional updates, hours and other important information.

To read the full press release, click the link: https://www.3cdc.org/xavier-grad-school-student-turns-pandemic-hobby-into-full-time-business/

Eleven Fitness Club is officially opening its doors on January 25th in the Fountain District located at 1 W. 4th St buil...
22/01/2025

Eleven Fitness Club is officially opening its doors on January 25th in the Fountain District located at 1 W. 4th St building, and they’re celebrating with a week of FREE classes!

Can't make it to class? No problem! Eleven’s 7,000+ sq. ft. Open Gym offers top-tier equipment—squat racks, stair climbers, cable machines, and more—so you can work out on your own time. Plus, enjoy brand-new locker rooms with showers to freshen up post-workout.

Don't stop after your free week—commit to a healthier lifestyle! Eleven’s Founding Membership is just $99/month for unlimited classes, with the option to add Open Gym access for just $20/month.

📲 Download the Eleven Cincy app, book your free class, and take the first step towards your fitness goals today!

Happy MLK Day, Cincinnati! ✨ Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his vision of unity, justice, ...
20/01/2025

Happy MLK Day, Cincinnati! ✨

Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his vision of unity, justice, and equality.

Looking for ways to commemorate this special day? Visit our website and check out the Trending page for a list of events happening across downtown.

Monday, join the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center for the 20th annual King Legacy Celebration, featuring liv...
16/01/2025

Monday, join the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center for the 20th annual King Legacy Celebration, featuring live music, a keynote by Dr. Wendy Ellis, and a morning of reflection. Enjoy a continental breakfast, free museum admission, and an afternoon program focused on actionable ways to address inequities. Doors open at 8AM, and tickets are available online!

Join the 50th Annual MLK Day March and Program this Monday! Celebrate Dr. King’s vision of unity with a march starting at 10:30 AM at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, followed by a free program at Cincinnati Music Hall at 12 PM featuring music, presentations, and a keynote by Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries. All are welcome!

Warm up your Monday night with Jazz at the Memo at Memorial Hall OTR! In honor of Dr. King, trombonist Marc Fields leads a stellar quartet exploring the music of Black composers. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance in the stunning Anderson Theater—get your tickets now! 🎷

Join the National Day of Racial Healing this Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. This event unites people from all backgrounds to inspire action and work toward a more just and equitable city. Celebrate its fifth anniversary by registering today

All hail the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll”! This weekend, the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra presents SIMPLY THE BEST: The Music of Tina Turner at Cincinnati Music Hall. Celebrate her legendary hits like “Proud Mary” and “What’s Love Got to Do with It” in an unforgettable tribute. Get your tickets now! 🎤

This weekend at the Aronoff Center for the Arts, experience Irena’s Vow, the gripping true story of a young nurse who risked everything to save lives during Nazi-occupied Poland. Tickets for Saturday’s show are going fast! 🎭

Unleash your inner perfumer at Sip & Smell tomorrow night at
Alice Bar! Create your own custom fragrance with guidance from Unique Goddess Haven, while enjoying drinks at one of OTR’s favorite spots. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind experience, reserve your spot today! 💐

The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third Bank, is still open and ready for you to make the most of this winter s...
15/01/2025

The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third Bank, is still open and ready for you to make the most of this winter season! Gather your friends or family and skate the day away before the rink closes on February 17.

Looking to make a night of it? Start with a spin on the ice, then head over to Five Iron Golf to perfect your swing, grab a bite, and keep the fun going. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a night on the town in the Fountain District! ⛸️❄️

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