Free Summer Concerts at the Riverfront

Cincinnati—The start of summer means free, family friendly outdoor concerts along Cincinnati Parks riverfront, with over 40 live music events to choose from. Each series has big-time local, and regional bands, and brings its own unique appeal.

Want an event for the entire family? Check out the car show and fireworks at the All-American Birthday Bash. Are you looking for an evening event with lots of food and drink options? Then how about checking out Rockin’ The Roebling. We invite you to grab a lawn chair and sit back and enjoy the great tunes this summer along Cincinnati’s front door.

Stereo 24 DJ Fest

June 1, 2024 

A celebration of DJs and electronic music. See DJs from Cincinnati and abroad all day at Sawyer point on June 1st from 11am -11pm! Event in partnership with Cincinnati Parks Foundation and Elements. 

All-American Birthday Bash

June 29, 2024

Rev up your engines and join us at Sawyer Point in Cincinnati, Ohio for an unforgettable showcase of American cars and more! You can also enjoy the rhythm of the road with live music that’ll set the perfect backdrop for horsepower, and fun. Mark your calendars for a day of cars, live music, and pure auto excitement!

On Point Music Festival

August 9 & 10, 2024 Line-up

On Point P&G Stage 8/9:
Gee your Band Smells Terrific 5:30pm-7:30pm
Cassette Junkies 8pm-10pm

On Point Schott Stage 8/9:
The Dreaded Mids 5:30pm-6:30pm
Static Falls 7pm-8pm
Tweens 8:45pm-10pm

On Point P&G Stage 8/10:
Bershy 2pm-2:45pm
Dead Humor 3:15pm-4pm
Run Katie Run 4:30pm-5:45pm
Coastal Club 6:30pm-8pm
Harbour 9pm-10:30pm

On Point Acoustic Stage 8/10: 
Tracey Walker 2:30pm-3:15pm
Knowrules-4pm-4:45pm
Temani 5:45-6:45pm
Catlea 8pm-9pm

On Point Schott Stage 8/10:
The Traveling Jam 2pm-2:45pm
The Foles 3:15pm-4:15pm
Jake Speed and the Freddies 5pm-6:15pm
The Tillers 7pm-8:30pm

Amped Up

When: Various dates from May 10 – October 5, 2024 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Sawyer Point at the Schott Amphitheater and Stage
An outdoor concert series paired with live professional pickleball tournaments. Come watch live music and matches, along with food and drink options for purchase.

May 10, 2024
Vinyl Countdown (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
May 11, 2024
Union Son (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
June 28, 2024
What about Jane (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
July 26, 2024
Timestamp (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
September 27, 2024
Pandora Effect (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
October 4, 2024
Union Son (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
October 5, 2024
Dangerous Jim and the Slims (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.)

Rockin’ The Roebling

When: Every Thursday from May 18 – August 31, 2023 | 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Smale Riverfront Park at the Schmidlapp Event Lawn
Come see big-time local bands in front of the beautiful backdrop of the Roebling Bridge. Enjoy several food and drink options for purchase. We can’t think of a better way to enjoy a summer evening. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged.

May 16, 2024
Floyd and the Walkmen (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
May 23, 2024
Naked Karate Girls (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
May 30, 2024
Noah Smith (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
June 6, 2024
DV8 (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
June 13, 2024
Push Play (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
June 20, 2024
Noah Wotherspoon (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
June 27, 2024
Zach Attack (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
July 4, 2024
Ernie Johnson from Detroit (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
July 11, 2024
Sungaze (7 p.m. – 8 p.m.) Sylmar (8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
July 18, 2024
Erin Coburn (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.) 
July 25, 2024
Buzz Bins (2 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
August 1, 2024
Brother Smith (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
August 8, 2024
The Menus (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
August 15, 2024
Crown Watts (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.) 
August 22, 2024
Trauma Illinois (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
August 29, 2024
Natural Progression (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)

Music at the Esplanade

When: Every Saturday from June 1 – August 31, 2024 | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Smale Riverfront Park at the Castellini Esplanade
Listen to live bands and choose from a variety of food trucks at our signature Smale Riverfront Park.

June 1, 2024
Acoustic Abuse 
June 8, 2024
Temani
June 15, 2024
Anno'
June 22, 2024
Tracy Walker
June 29, 2024
Sawyer Roberson
July 6, 2024
Catlea
July 13, 2024
The Foles
July 20, 2024
Gettier
July 27, 2024
Positive Vibe Band
August 3, 2024
Tooth Lures a Fang
August 17, 2024
Jet Jurgensmeyer
August 24, 2024
The Sweat Peas
August 31, 2024
Union Son