If you have yet to hear by now, Taylor Swift is in Cincinnati — and she’s bringing the crowds with her.
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend but want to avoid the chaos, here are some events happening elsewhere around the region:
AJ Jolly Park movie night: Showing Puss in Boots: The Lash Wish. The movie starts at 9 p.m. at The Stapleton Pavilion, 1501 Race Track Road, in Alexandria. People are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Free popcorn will be provided; drinks will be available at a cost as well as Kona Ice.
This event is Friday, June 30, and is free and open to the public.
U-Pick Lavender at The Lavender Field: The Lavender Field has 500 plants with various short and long-stemmed lavender to cut and take home. To reserve one hour on the farm, purchase this farm pass admission ticket for $5 per person. Each bundle of lavender is $10. The fields are located at 3629 Smith Road in California, Ky. The event is from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 30, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 1.
Marty Connor Band performing at Verona Vineyards: The band will take the outdoor stage at 6 p.m. Friday, June 30, 13019 Walton Verona Road, Verona, Ky. Bring your lawn chairs.
Dancing with Nature and The Art of Fashion: Fay Applegarth Maddux events at Behringer-Crawford Museum: The Dancing with Nature display photographs “highlight the natural world found in Northern Kentucky.” The Art of Fashion: Fay Applegarth Maddux features “one-of-a-kind illustrations, advertising clothing and accessories in local newspapers from 1945-1965.”
The exhibits are included with museum admission, $9 for adults, $8 for seniors 60 plus, and $5 for children. Both events run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 30, and Saturday, July 1. The museum is located at 1600 Montague Road, Covington.
Family circus performance and class at Bircus Brewing Co.: Aerialists, juggling, spinning plates—Circus Mojo performers travel from far and wide to give you a laugh. Following the show, your family will get to try circus tricks. The event is from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Ludlow Theatre, 322 Elm Street in Ludlow.
Tickets can be purchased here.
“Cincinnati Cars and Coffee” at Crestview Hills Town Center is a not-for-profit event supporting the Greater Cincinnati Automotive Community. All types of cars, motorcycles, etc., are welcome. The event will be from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., weather permitting. The town center is located at 2791 Town Center Blvd. in Crestview Hills.
Independence Farmers’ Market: The farmer’s market will be at the Kenton County Courthouse, 5272 Madison Pike in Independence, on Saturday, July 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Boone County Farmers’ Market: The farmers’ market will be located at 1961 Burlington Pike, Burlington, on Saturday, July 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Campbell County Farmers’ Market: The farmers’ market will be at 717-709 KY-8 in Newport on Saturday, July 1, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Rivers Edge Brass Band at Boone Woods County Park: The band will take the stage at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, at the park located at 6000 Veterans Way in Burlington.
Velvet Soul “unplugged” at Grandview Tavern: The band will perform from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, at Grandview Tavern, 2220 Grandview Drive in Fort Mitchell.
Fourth of July events happening around NKY: If you’re looking to celebrate Independence Day this weekend, here is a list of all the excitement around Northern Kentucky.