Cincinnati Music Festival 2026
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 19 March 2026
About this festival
The Cincinnati Music Festival is one of the largest and longest-running urban music events in the United States, held annually at Paycor Stadium on the Cincinnati riverfront. Originally founded in 1962, the multi-day celebration features a premier lineup of R&B, jazz, soul, and hip-hop artists and draws over 50,000 attendees each year.
Don't lose your ears at Cincinnati Music Festival
The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume — no ringing on the train home.
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Paycor Stadium
1 Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States
Local Currency: USD
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Last verified 19 March 2026