speedy basilisks to gentle manatees, experience up- close encounters and even sleep in Manatee Springs! All participants must be at least 5 years old. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 7 p.m. $65. cincinnatizoo.org SENSORY SATURDAY This program is designed for families with children who have autism or other developmental disabilities. Explore the museum’s galler- ies in a less crowded envi- ronment, using multisensory tools and resources to make the most of the visit. Cincin- nati Art Museum, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. cincinnatiartmuseum.org Explore the skills, materials and elements needed to be- come an expert sign maker. American Sign Museum, 1-3 p.m. Free-$20. americansignmuseum.org SOAK CITY OPENING DAY Soak up some sun, gently float along a lazy river or conquer some thrill slides Kings Island, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $45+. visitkingsisland.com SUN 25 CINCINNATI REDS VS. CHICAGO CUBS Great American Ballpark, 1:40 p.m. $8+. mlb.com/reds SIGN CRAFTING SATURDAY Visit various educational sta- tions to see and learn about the birds of prey native to this area. Red Barn facility, 1-4 p.m. Free, donations accepted. raptorinc.org MON 26 ATALE OF COTTONTAILS Hop down the bunny trail and exploreTheTale of Peter Rabbit through story time, tasting real “rabbit food” from the garden, seed plant- ing and meeting a real rab- RAPTOR INC. OPEN HOUSE
bit, too. Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center, 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m., Free, registra- tion required. greatparks.org
KID’S MYSTERY FISH CHALLENGE May 26
KID’S MYSTERY FISH CHALLENGE
Young aspiring anglers can test their skills with this friendly competition. The mystery weight will be revealed and the fish closest wins the trophy. Lake Isabel- la, 9-11 a.m. Free. greatparks.org MEMORIAL DAY PICNIC Start the day with a parade from Middleton to Mt. Storm Park then enjoy grilled food, a band and kids activities. Mt. Storm Park, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. cincinnati-oh.gov TUE 27 LET’S GO CREEKIN’ Spend some time out at the park and enjoy an evening with the family in the creek. Sycamore Park, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. clermontparks.org WED 28 FC CINCINNATI PRE- MATCH AT THE PARK Washington Park, 4 p.m. Free. washingtonpark.org Star Wars fans will not want to miss this exciting night— it is Star Wars Night with FC Cincinnati!TQL Stadium, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $26+. fccincinnati.com THU 29 SCIENCE STAGE SHOW See a live science demon- stration at the Austin E. Knowlton Foundation Science Stage! Cincinnati Museum Center, 11:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m. Free for mem- bers-$24.25. cincymuseum.org FC CINCINNATI VS. FC DALLAS
lobby installation, Gravity’s Rainbow, and create rain- bow-y artwork to take home. Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free-$5. con- temporaryartscenter.org FRI 30 CINCITALIA 2025 Celebrate Italian culture, heritage and cuisine.There will be Italian foods, live music, entertainment and family-friendly activities such as rides and games featured. Harvest Home Park, May 30 (Adult night: 21+): 6 p.m.-midnight, May 31: 3-11 p.m., June 1: 1-9 p.m. Free. cincitalia.org FLORENCE Y’ALLS VS. EVANSVILLE OTTERS Head to the stadium for superhero night and firework Friday!Thomas More Stadi- um, 7:03 p.m. $12+. florenceyalls.com JERRY’S GIRLS In this dynamic musical revue celebrating the music of Jerry Herman, songs from musicals such as Hello, Dolly!, Mame, Mack & Mabel and La Cage Aux Folles high- light the broad spectrum of thrilling material he wrote to be performed by an all-fe- male cast. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m., show runs through June 7. $26. cincinnatiarts.org SUMMERFAIR 2025 This annual fair is back for its 58th year of supporting and promoting the arts and Cin- cinnati artists. Coney Island,
May 30:,noon-7 p.m., May 31: 10 a.m.-7 p.m, June 1: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10-15. summerfair.org SAT 31 FAMILIES CREATE! Work together as a family to create a wonderful hand- drawn work of art! Registra- tion required. Aronoff Center, 10 a.m. $5. cincinnatiarts.org FC CINCINNATI PRE- MATCH AT THE PARK Washington Park, 4 p.m. Free. washingtonpark.org FC CINCINNATI VS. DC UNITED TQL Stadium, 7:30 p.m. $28+. fccincinnati.com FLORENCE Y’ALLS VS. EVANSVILLE OTTERS Happy Hometown Heroes Night! First responders receive free admission for them and their families and be sure to bring a new or gently used stuffed animal for theTeddy BearToss, too! Thomas More Stadium, 6:36 p.m. $12+. florenceyalls.com THE QUEENS! 4 LEGENDS. 1 STAGE. With Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight and Stephanie Mills, music history will be made as four of the most legendary voices in R&B, soul and pop come together for an unforgettable show. Heritage Bank Center, 8-11 p.m. $73.50+. heritagebankcenter.com
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