Eric Clapton left the stage in Madrid after a packaged vinyl struck him during the finale. Video of the moment circulated online and the set ended without an encore.

Kings Island revives Phantom Theater with Phantom Theater: Opening Nightmare — an interactive, family-friendly dark ride that blends animatronics, spellbound flashlights and 26 immersive scenes. Season passholders get a preview the day before opening.

The Strokes will play Riverbend Music Center on July 14 with Thundercat and Hamilton Leithauser opening. Artist presale Apr 15, general sale Apr 17.

Wu‑Tang Clan will stop at Riverbend Music Center on Sept. 5, 2026, with Bone Thugs‑N‑Harmony as special guests. Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster and Riverbend.

Fishbowl Live in Clifton announced it will close and has canceled upcoming shows. Organizers said support details for patrons will be posted soon.

Jordan Davis was announced as the final headliner for the VOA Country Music Fest, joining Blake Shelton, Rascal Flatts and Brad Paisley for Aug. 6–9, 2026, in West Chester. Tickets are on sale now and prices will rise on March 8.

Cedar Point’s 2026 Gold pass now covers Kings Island and other Midwest parks. Here’s what the new benefits, prices and restrictions mean for local riders.

A Cincinnati ticket matched five Powerball numbers Monday and won $1 million, the Ohio Lottery says the net payout will be about $729K after taxes.

Tim McGraw announces his summer Pawn Shop Guitar Tour with special guests and a stop at Riverbend Music Center.

Noah Kahan is set to perform in Cincinnati on July 1, as part of his "The Great Divide" tour, after gaining acclaim for his "Stick Season" album.

Brad Paisley is announced as the third headliner for the Voices of America Country Music Festival on August 6, joining Rascal Flatts and Blake Shelton.

Broadway in Cincinnati announces the 2026-2027 season lineup, featuring shows like "The Great Gatsby" and "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Season tickets go on sale with various perks and pricing options.

Barry Manilow announces his final concerts, including a farewell in Cincinnati on March 5, while also supporting music educators with the Manilow Music Teacher Award.