Family events in Toledo · October 2026
Everything family-friendly on the Toledo calendar for October 2026.
Tig Notaro: Out of Nowhere!
Tig Notaro: Out of Nowhere! at Taft Theatre
Los Lonely Boys
Los Lonely Boys at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six 2026 Tour
Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six 2026 Tour at Bogart's
Ohio Swiss Festival
Swiss culture, food, and crafts celebration in historic Sugarcreek.
Jack O'Lantern Glow
Glowing jack-o'-lanterns light up Cincinnati Zoo in October for spooky family fun.
Fall Fest | 4pm
Autumn celebration at Bellevue Beach Park with food, music, and family fun.
Marsalis Premiere & Bruch's Violin Concerto
Cincinnati Pops performs Marsalis premiere & Bruch's Violin Concerto at Music Hall.
Aaron Tippin
Aaron Tippin at Lori's Roadhouse
First Friday | 6pm
Monthly street event in Bellevue with local vendors, food, and family activities.
John Waite
John Waite at Taft Theatre
DEMOLA LIVE!
DEMOLA LIVE! at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Jesse McCartney (Ages 21 & Over)
Jesse McCartney (Ages 21 & Over) at Turfway Park
Tickets On Sale Now! Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Disney's Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock stars unite on the Worlds Collide Concert Tour in Cincinnati.
Spooky Fox
Spooky Fox at The Southgate House Revival - The Lounge
The Brothers Comatose
The Brothers Comatose at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Chris Janson
Country artist Chris Janson performs at APAC in Troy.
Don Lemon & DL Hughley DL + DL 'Anything Goes'
Don Lemon & DL Hughley: DL + DL 'Anything Goes' at Taft Theatre
Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE
Jim Henson's beloved Fraggle Rock comes to life on stage at Aronoff Center.
Cleveland Pickle Fest®
Pickle-themed food festival with vendors and family fun in downtown Cleveland.
Fall Cincy Crunchy Fest 2026
Fall festival at Warren County Fairgrounds with seasonal fun for the whole family.
Sunflower Festival
Wander acres of sunflower fields at Gorman Heritage Farm's fall festival—pick flowers and enjoy countryside fun.
Cincinnati Fall Fest
Cincinnati's autumn celebration at Washington Park with food, music, and activities.
Miami of Ohio Redhawks Football vs. Bowling Green Falcons Football
Watch college football: Miami Redhawks take on Bowling Green at Yager Stadium.
Lotus Land - The American RUSH Tribute
Lotus Land - The American RUSH Tribute at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
The Big Whisker Revival XII presented by Mad Viking Beard & Mustache Company
The Big Whisker Revival XII presented by Mad Viking Beard & Mustache Company at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Freya Skye - Stars Align Tour
Freya Skye - Stars Align Tour at The Andrew J Brady Music Center
Lyfe Jennings
Lyfe Jennings at Bogart's
Spring Valley Potato Festival
Harvest celebration with potato-themed food, crafts, and family events.
Marsalis & Mussorgsky Reimagined
Jazz reimagining of classical works at Music Hall—a sophisticated musical experience.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis at Music Hall—world-class jazz.
Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour
Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour at Taft Theatre
Jacksonville Jaguars at Cincinnati Bengals
Watch the Cincinnati Bengals take on Jacksonville at Paycor Stadium.
Flea in the Fort | 10am
Flea in the Fort—vintage finds, crafts, and treasures at Fort Thomas.
MAMMOTH Music & Arts Festival
Free, family-friendly music and arts festival celebrating Newport's community.
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Cheer on the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Jacksonville Jaguars at Paycor Stadium on the riverfront.
Touch-A-Truck | 10am
Touch-A-Truck at Fort Thomas—kids explore and climb on real vehicles.
Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson speaks at Winsupply Theatre in Dayton.
BLITZKID: Modern Hel Tour 2026
BLITZKID: Modern Hel Tour 2026 at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Bright Eyes
Bright Eyes at Bogart's
The Notebook (Touring)
The Notebook (Touring) at Winsupply Theatre
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
A comedic twist on Dracula with playful humor and outrageous laughs at The Otto M. Budig Theater.
Vanilla Fudge
Vanilla Fudge at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
CareSource Invitational
CareSource Invitational at Lindner Family Tennis Center
Bear Ghost - Tiny Hitman Tour 2026 w/ Sarah and the Safe Word and Spaceman Bob
Bear Ghost - Tiny Hitman Tour 2026 w/ Sarah and the Safe Word and Spaceman Bob at Madison Live (734)
The Dream Syndicate
The Dream Syndicate at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
BLINK
Nation's largest immersive art & light show transforms downtown Cincinnati & N. Kentucky every two years.
CeCe Winans: Come Worship! Tour
CeCe Winans' multi-generational worship concert brings families together.
BLINK
Multi-day art and light festival at Findlay Market with community programming.
Lebanon Oktoberfest
Traditional Oktoberfest celebration in downtown Lebanon with food, music, and family fun.
Michael Franti Trio - Heartstrings & Dynamite
Singer-songwriter Michael Franti performs an intimate acoustic set at Bogart's.
40 Fingers
40 Fingers at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Ned Hill
Ned Hill at The Southgate House Revival - The Lounge
Operation Pumpkin
Halloween-themed family festival in downtown Hamilton with pumpkins and seasonal activities.
HallZOOween
Halloween fun at Cincinnati Zoo with themed activities and animal encounters for kids.
Second Saturday Concert: Belairs | 7:30pm
Second Saturday Concert: Belairs | 7:30pm at Bellevue Beach Park
Iams Pioneer Harvest Fest
Pioneer harvest fest at historic homestead museum with crafts and activities.
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival
Traditional sauerkraut festival in Waynesville celebrating Ohio heritage and culture.
Enon Apple Butter Festival
Seasonal apple butter festival with harvest activities and local food.
JBM Promotions & tSGHR present Robbie Fulks
JBM Promotions & tSGHR present Robbie Fulks at The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
SGHR and JBM Presents Robbie Fulks
SGHR and JBM Presents Robbie Fulks at The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
Dayton Flyers Football v. Morehead State
Dayton Flyers college football game at Welcome Stadium.
Parker Barrow
Parker Barrow at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Daniel in the Lions' Den Tour featuring Esther: The Bravest Queen
Family-friendly theatrical tour bringing biblical stories of courage to life at Taft Theatre.
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. Iowa State Cyclones Volleyball
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. Iowa State—cheer on the home team at Fifth Third Arena.
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Here Come the Mummies
Here Come the Mummies at Bogart's
Lenny Pearce: Toddler Rave World Tour
High-energy music and dance performance designed for toddlers.
The Toxhards – “Get Destructive Tour” Fall 2026 Tour
The Toxhards – “Get Destructive Tour” Fall 2026 Tour at Madison Live (734)
Mrs. Mannerly
A funny 1967-set comedy following a 9-year-old navigating growing up in Ohio.
HIROMI: THE TRIO PROJECT FEATURING JAMES GENUS AND SIMON PHILL
HIROMI: THE TRIO PROJECT FEATURING JAMES GENUS AND SIMON PHILL at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati vs. New England Revolution
Watch professional soccer as FC Cincinnati takes on the New England Revolution.
Ghostbusters In Concert
Ghostbusters In Concert at Taft Theatre
JOHN SCOFIELD: ELECTROSPECTIVE
JOHN SCOFIELD: ELECTROSPECTIVE at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Supersuckers, The Rumours
Supersuckers, The Rumours at The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
Noah Smith's Crooner Circus
Noah Smith's Crooner Circus at The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
Boo In The Vue | 7:30pm
Family-friendly Halloween celebration in Bellevue.
CRD Violent Lambs VS Southern Indiana
Thrilling roller derby action as Cincinnati Violent Lambs celebrate 20 years.
Hocus Pocus
Live theatrical performance of the beloved Disney film Hocus Pocus at an outdoor pavilion.
Black-N-Bluegrass Roller Derby vs East Coast Impact
Black-N-Bluegrass Roller Derby marks 20 seasons with high-speed spectacle.
Hina & Fiona Play Saint-Saens & Ravel w/ Dayton Philharmonic
Classical concert featuring pianist duo Hina & Fiona performing works by Saint-Saëns and Ravel with the Dayton Philharmonic.
Miami of Ohio Redhawks Football vs. Akron Zips Football
Cheer on Miami University football as the Redhawks face Akron at Yager Stadium.
Bobby Bare Jr. of Guided by Voices
Bobby Bare Jr. of Guided by Voices at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Get Happy: Angela Ingersoll Sings Judy Garland
Emmy-nominated tribute to Judy Garland at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park.
FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew
FC Cincinnati faces Columbus Crew in a professional soccer rivalry match.
Voivod, Electric Citizen
Voivod, Electric Citizen at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Crowder LIVE! - Liberty Township, OH
Free live concert by Christian pop artist Crowder at Princeton Pike Church in Liberty Township.
Sugar w/ J. Robbins
Sugar w/ J. Robbins at MegaCorp Pavilion
Emma Nissen
Emma Nissen at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Disney Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Ultimate Disney concert experience celebrating multiple worlds in one tour.
Tauren Wells: Air1 Worship Now Tour - Dayton, OH
Free Christian worship concert featuring Tauren Wells at Christian Life Center.
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas State University Volleyball
Watch Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball take on Kansas State at Fifth Third Arena.
Star Party
Evening stargazing adventure at Pioneer Park—learn about the night sky with a telescope.
Jo Koy Koy Meets World Tour
Jo Koy: Koy Meets World Tour at Taft Theatre
Debutants with Mama Said String Band and Mike Oberst
Debutants with Mama Said String Band and Mike Oberst at The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary
Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert
Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
The Brook & The Bluff: Werewolf Tour
The Brook & The Bluff: Werewolf Tour at Bogart's
Cyclones v. Bison
Cincinnati Cyclones hockey's first face-off at Heritage Bank Center.
Nurse John: Against Medical Advice Tour
Nurse John: Against Medical Advice Tour at The Andrew J Brady Music Center
St. John Cantius Polish Festival
St. John Cantius Polish Festival at the church—cultural family celebration.
Cincinnati Bearcats College Football vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Football
Cincinnati Bearcats college football at Nippert Stadium.
Zach Williams with Cochren & Co. and Christian Hohn: Revival Nights
Christian music concert with Zach Williams and guest performers.
Pink Talking Fish
Pink Talking Fish at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Lanterns & Landmarks
Evening lantern-lit walk through Montgomery's historic sites and architectural landmarks.
Dark Market: Cryptids of Cincinnati
Dark Market returns with 35+ Midwest artists, makers, and curators in a cryptid-themed showcase.
Diamond Rio
Country legends Diamond Rio perform at Lori's Roadhouse in West Chester.
JBM Promotions Presents Ellis Paul
JBM Promotions Presents Ellis Paul at The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
Dayton Flyers Football v. San Diego
Dayton Flyers Football v. San Diego at Welcome Stadium
Cincinnati Coffee Festival
Midwest's premier coffee & tea festival with tastings and demos at Cincinnati Music Hall.
Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Bloomington Bison Home Game
Watch the Cincinnati Cyclones take on Bloomington in fast-paced minor-league hockey.
PET SOUNDS - Tribute To The Beach Boys
PET SOUNDS - Tribute To The Beach Boys at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
The Fab Four A Hard Day's Night
Beatles tribute band The Fab Four performs at Cincinnati's historic Taft Theatre.
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. University of Arizona Wildcats Women's Volleyball
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball takes on Arizona at Fifth Third Arena.
XMAS EVERY MONTH
XMAS EVERY MONTH at The Southgate House Revival - The Lounge
BOOP! The Musical (Touring)
Colorful touring musical at Cincinnati's Aronoff Center perfect for the whole family.
BEAT: Belew/Vai/Levin/Bozzio Performing the Music of KING CRIMSON
BEAT: Belew/Vai/Levin/Bozzio Performing the Music of KING CRIMSON at Taft Theatre
Reserved for Possible Council Worksession
Reserved for Possible Council Worksession at Mason Municipal Center - Community Room @ 6000 Mason Montgomery Road Mason
Orleans The Final Tour
Orleans The Final Tour at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Classical Arts Entertainment presents Cinderella by United European Ballet
United European Ballet brings the classic fairy tale to life at Taft Theatre.
Cinderella by The United European Ballet Company
The United European Ballet Company performs the classic fairy tale Cinderella at Taft Theatre.
Jady: The Nosebleeds Tour w/colby!
Jady: The Nosebleeds Tour w/colby! at The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
Phillip Phillips
Phillip Phillips at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
Sammy Rae & The Friends with special guest Melt
Sammy Rae & The Friends with special guest Melt at Bogart's
October Community Night: Create, Connect, Community
Community creative gathering at Findlay Market celebrating art, connection, and togetherness.
Jady - The Nosebleeds Tour
Jady - The Nosebleeds Tour at Madison Live (734)
Halloween House Decorating Contest | 7pm
Family-friendly Halloween decorating contest in Fort Thomas.
Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Indy Fuel Home Game
Catch the Cincinnati Cyclones face off against the Indy Fuel in thrilling minor-league hockey.
Cyclones v. Fuel
Cincinnati Cyclones hockey game—fast-paced minor-league action the whole family can enjoy.
Pumpkin Walk (Night 1)
Evening pumpkin walk on Cochran Avenue in Fort Thomas.
BLKBOK
BLKBOK at Ludlow Garage Cincinnati
The Story So Far
The Story So Far at The Andrew J Brady Music Center
Pumpkin Walk (Night 2)
Evening pumpkin walk on Cochran Avenue in Fort Thomas.
"Witching Hour at the Tower" Halloween Dance | 8pm
Halloween dance party at Fort Thomas Tower for families.
Rocky In Concert: 50th Anniversary
Rocky In Concert: 50th Anniversary screening at Taft Theatre.
Cincinnati Bearcats College Football vs. Utah Football
Cheer on the Cincinnati Bearcats college football team at Nippert Stadium.
FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union
Catch FC Cincinnati's professional soccer team at TQL Stadium.
Gary Allan
Gary Allan at Hobart Arena
Trick-Or-Treat | 6pm
Trick-or-treat in Fort Thomas for Halloween fun.
Kansas
Classic rock legends Kansas perform at Hard Rock Cincinnati.
Trick-or-Treat
Halloween trick-or-treating at Findlay Market—family-friendly costume fun.