Cincinnati Music Festival
Joyful attendees at Cincinnati MusicFest; (c) Berrywise Productions
Cincinnati Music Festival first rocked the mic in 1962. Originally called the Ohio Valley Jazz Festival, the festival has evolved into a spectacular event on Cincinnati’s riverfront. Starting as an all-jazz concert, it has evolved into a two-day festival featuring great music from stars in R&B, Jazz, Soul, and Hip-Hop, including up-and-coming artists.
You don’t just hear the music, you feel the positive vibes all over the waterfront and spilling into downtown Cincy. By 2000, the festival was the largest of its kind in the United States, drawing more than 50,000 people annually from across the country.
It landed at its current home in PayCor Stadium (formerly “Paul Brown Stadium”) on Cincinnati’s riverfront in 2001. This sampling of Cincinnati MusicFest performers has set the high bar for national music festivals:
Accompanied by a street festival dubbed Festival 513, which is the local area code, Cincinnati MusicFest has many local vendors surrounding the stadium with food and gift kiosks that accent your experience. If the group budget permits, consider renting a roomy suite in the stadium.
I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the mayor’s suite. It was amazing, but I had even more fun mingling wit the crowd and approaching the stage.
Cincinnati MusicFest appeals to all ages; (c) Berrywise Productions
2015 marked the first of many years in partnership with Cincinnati-based global company, Proctor & Gamble. For music lovers, that means Cincinnati Music Festival, organized by Berrywise Productions, is on solid ground.
We advise that you plan attendance months ahead for best seat and hotel availability. Corporate sponsors also plan special events around the football stadium and downtown.
All gents invited to Cincinnati MusicFest; (c) Berrywise Productions
Anyway, you slice it, Cincinnati Music Festival is great value for the dollar.
Celebrate the best of black music and visit the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center while you’re at it. Soul Of America recommend’s both on your bucket list!
Take your selfie memory at Cincinnati MusicFest; (c) Berrywise Productions