This weekend in Richmond, IN

Peddlers Flea Market brings together buyers, sellers, and traders in a haven for treasure hunters. Indoor and outdoor vendor spaces are available year-round, with spots starting at $20. Search for hidden gems or reserve a space to share your own goods.

The TRU Challenge returns to Ft. Ben Fit in Indianapolis for a full day focused on fitness, spirited competition, and community. Designed for both first-time competitors and seasoned athletes, the event offers multiple divisions including Novice, Intermediate, RX, Masters, and Adaptive. Participants can compete as individuals or in pairs, with options for male-male, female-female, or mixed teams. Workouts are challenging yet accessible, bringing athletes from Indiana and beyond together for high-energy efforts, teamwork, and plenty of cheers. Spectators are welcome. Details about registration, workout specifics, and division information will be shared soon.

Preble County’s drive-thru food distribution will be held at National Trail High School. No prior registration is required. If you plan to pick up for someone else, bring a copy of their ID along with a proxy letter. Each vehicle may pick up for a maximum of four families.

Explore stalls from favorite vendors offering in-season fruits and vegetables, locally raised meats, home-baked treats, and handcrafted artisan goods. Shop for fresh foods and unique items all in one place.

Browse antiques and vintage treasures along Route 40 in Cambridge City as outdoor dealers set up alongside the many antique shops in town. Admission is free for attendees, and the market offers a way to support local shops affected by a recent flood. Vendors seeking an outdoor booth can reserve a spot by calling Building 125 at 765-478-5000, with spaces allocated on a first come, first paid basis. Please do not respond to Facebook comments about booth availability, since the phone number is the only legitimate method to secure a space.

Hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Out Of The Darkness Walk at Wayne County Fairgrounds focuses on raising money and walking in support of people living with mental disorders. Participants come together for a compassionate show of solidarity and a meaningful community experience.

This third annual outing offers a day downtown with friends that combines shopping with a traveling meal moving from sweet treats to savory appetizers, along with drinks. Each business will have a limited supply of food and beverages, available in the order guests arrive. More details will be shared.

Taking place each year on the second Saturday in October, this festival keeps the tradition going, with the setup returning for a second year.

Kick off the weekend with a combination of local history and brunch. This progressive food tour combines a walk with a ride on the Cincinnati Streetcar to Findlay Market, Ohio’s oldest urban outdoor market. Participants taste six different dishes along the route, beginning with stuffed French toast served inside a former beer garden in Over-the-Rhine. Stops vary from week to week and may include a sandwich from a chef-owned deli, a Mexican taco, or an empanada. After a short walk, enjoy a slice of Detroit-style pizza paired with a German pilsner. At Findlay Market, visit a German butcher to try goetta, then sample cheese and fudge from a century-old business. The experience concludes with dessert at a French-inspired bakery.

HallZOOween, presented by General Electric Credit Union, brings a full day of fun to the Cincinnati Zoo. Entry to the festivities is included with zoo admission or membership. Guests can visit trick or treat stations and watch animals enjoy special enrichment. The Pumpkin Express train ride and the carousel are available for an additional fee. To support the zoo’s green efforts, please bring your own treat bag.

Savor Over-the-Rhine on a progressive lunch featuring five seated stops at local restaurants. A personable guide who is also a local historian shares the neighborhood’s rise and fall, the story behind its name, and why Music Hall has a haunted reputation, including tales of bones beneath the ground. Weather permitting, the experience may begin at a modern beer garden offering dishes from an owner originally from Lubeck, Germany, then continue with a Hawaiian-style steamed bun filled with char siu and slaw plus bubble tea. Sample okonomiyaki at a Vietnamese bistro, admire Cincinnati’s signature murals while hearing the inspirations behind them, and learn why so many tunnels lie below the streets, including the secret location of a cocktail lounge Esquire called the best in the country. Along the way, take in 19th century architecture and finish with something sweet, choosing a French macaron or Lebanese baklava at a Mediterranean spot known for thin, topping-loaded pita pizzas. Expect a sit-down experience at each stop, a mix of classic and adventurous flavors, and recommendations for favorite shops, bars, and restaurants throughout this lively district. The meeting point is Washington Park, a historic green space dating to the 1860s.

At Hill's Bark Park, the Howl-O-Ween pet costume contest features prizes, playful photo opportunities, and treats for both people and their furry family members. Registration is free. After the contest, dogs can enjoy the park with room to run, play, and meet new friends, rounding out a fun afternoon.

Set out on a walking tour that shines a light on women’s lives and contributions in Over-the-Rhine. Along the way, topics include women’s work, childbirth and motherhood, and movements for social change. The tour starts at Washington Park.

Experience the gentle world of Ferdinand, a bull who loves the scent of flowers more than charging, as the Cincinnati Pops brings his story to life through spirited storytelling and colorful orchestral music. Instruments take on the roles of characters and settings, and interactive moments with playful musical surprises invite young listeners to discover how sound can animate a favorite tale. This sensory friendly Lollipops concert keeps house lights slightly brighter to support easy movement. Accessible seating and amenities are available. Audience members may move about, enter or exit the theater, and make noise as needed. Trained volunteers, ushers, and staff are present to help ensure a comfortable visit for attendees and their families, and designated quiet areas within the hall offer a calm space when a break is needed. Preparation resources, including tips and a social story for attending a sensory friendly Lollipops concert at Music Hall, are available.

Take part in a beginner-friendly mat Pilates session focused on building core strength and improving mobility at Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink. Please bring water and a mat, or borrow one from the skate rental counter while supplies last. Instruction is led by JoAnna Hortillosa. This free wellness program is supported by Cincinnati Parks, Cincinnati Parks Foundation, and the Osher Center for Integrative Health as part of Cincy Parks + Rec for Wellness.

Vocalist Jane Monheit brings a Cole Porter tribute to Caffè Vivace in Cincinnati, joined by Max Haymer on piano, Luca Alemanno on bass, and Rick Montalbano on drums. Known for a rich tone and expressive phrasing shaped by more than two decades of acclaimed recordings and international touring, she revisits Porter favorites like Easy To Love, From This Moment On, and Night And Day with fresh, stylish arrangements that balance classic swing and modern polish. The evening celebrates the Great American Songbook and invites jazz listeners and romantics to savor timeless melody and rhythm. Monheit’s path includes early recognition at the Thelonious Monk Competition while at the Manhattan School of Music, collaborations with leading jazz figures, appearances on major television programs, and performances at renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, Birdland, and the Village Vanguard. Venue policies apply, including a $20 per person, per set food and drink minimum that will be charged if a party’s beverage purchases do not meet the requirement. Seats may be released without refund if check-in has not occurred within 15 minutes after the set begins. Tickets are non-refundable, with a one-time transfer to a future show of equal value available when requested at least 24 hours before the performance.

The Karyn White concert at Ludlow Garage in Cincinnati has been moved to a new date in light of developments around new music and scheduling. The change is designed to present the full experience as intended. Tickets already purchased will be honored on the rescheduled night. Karyn White, celebrated for the anthem “Superwoman,” is an international recording artist, songwriter, actress, and entrepreneur who helped shape late 1980s and early 1990s R&B. Often called the Queen of New Jack Swing, she delivered a run of chart-topping singles from her platinum debut album, including “The Way You Love Me,” “Love Saw It,” and “Secret Rendezvous.” A two-time Grammy nominee and recipient of the 2022 Black Music Honors Soul Music Icon Award, she continues to share powerful vocals and creative work through Karyn White Enterprises. Expect an evening of classic R&B from a defining voice of the era.

River season is still in full swing at Drew's on the River in Cincinnati, where the Howl’n Maxx Band brings fall fun to the venue. The celebration keeps moving whether the action is indoors or outside, making for an energetic night from start to finish.

As part of BLINK 2026, Pones and the 1001 Colors Apprentices present an original dance work inspired by Commons, the downtown Cincinnati mural by artist Shahzia Sikander. Through movement, the piece delves into identity, feminism, power, autonomy, and transformation, translating the mural’s ideas into a live shared experience. Developed over 10 weeks by eight 1001 Colors apprentices in collaboration with Pones dancers, artists, and activists, the project explores how choreography can deepen engagement with public art and give voice to being seen, heard, and empowered. Artist Chaske Haverkos enhances the experience with projection mapping that illuminates Commons so light, color, and motion reshape the mural. Multiple performances occur throughout the evening, highlighting the connection between mural art and dance in downtown Cincinnati.

Buy, sell, and trade at Peddlers, a haven for treasure seekers. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available year round, with spots starting at $20.

Spring Grove presents a major area car show that welcomes vehicles at least 25 years old. There is no fee to enter, and participants are asked to bring a nonperishable food donation to benefit CAIN (Churches Active In Northside). Concessions will be available for purchase, and mini tram tours will operate throughout the event. Spectators do not need to register. Registration applies to show vehicles only.

Casual Play! Pokemon open play gives players a chance to bring their own decks and get in some friendly practice. This weekly, family focused session welcomes children, and participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Entry to the play space is $5.00, which can be covered through regular purchases or added to a gift card for future use. Please check in at the front when you arrive.

The Cincinnati Walk Out of the Darkness at Sawyer Point features a walk held in memory of Jake, with participation from the team Jake, Always our hero. T-shirts connected to this effort will be available closer to the event through Wage War Apparel.

Enjoy a hands-on art making session at the Cincinnati Art Museum’s Rosenthal Education Center. This free drop in program features Kenton Brett, the 2026 Artist in Residence for the Rosenthal Education Center, and invites visitors to create an original piece to take home. For accessibility accommodations, contact access@cincyart.org in advance. The museum offers free general admission and free parking.

Take part in a beginner-friendly rollerskating lesson in the park at the Riverfront Rink. Work on balance, coordination, and confidence as you skate to music, with an easy way to meet new people. It welcomes first-timers and anyone returning to their wheels. Attendance is free, and skates are provided. Skating can offer a full-body workout that burns about 600 calories per hour.

Settle into a calming blend of Yin Yoga and Reiki that invites deep rest and whole-body nourishment. In this gentle practice, floor-based shapes are held for several minutes to reach the cooler tissues of the body, including tendons, ligaments, and fascia. The steady holds apply mild pressure around the hips, pelvis, and lower back, supporting circulation and mobility while restorative postures create a cushion of ease and comfort. While you linger in these meditative poses, Reiki is offered through presence or light touch to melt away energetic stagnation and physical tightness, quiet mental chatter to ease stress and anxiety, and guide you back to a natural sense of balance. Many leave feeling grounded, spacious, and refreshed from the inside out. Available in studio and online, this session is guided by Laura Johnson.

Here Come the Mummies brings an all-ages show to Bogart's, and everyone is welcome. Set times and supporting acts may change without advance notice or refunds. Entry policies may be updated, and purchasing tickets indicates agreement to follow whatever requirements are in place at the event. For the most current guidance, visit the venue's website. Ticket access options include a Public Onsale, a Live Nation Presale, a Citi Cardmember Presale, and Citi Cardmember Preferred Tickets.

Duane Betts carries the Southern rock tradition forward with his own voice, drawing on a legacy shaped by his father, Dickey Betts, while channeling blues, grit, and agile guitar work. Performing with Palmetto Motel, he delivers a high-energy set that blends classic inspiration with fresh momentum. Expect blistering leads, vivid storytelling, and a sound that moves between roots rock, blues, and moments of improvisation. The show showcases seasoned musicianship and a deep link to rock and roll history, aiming to make each performance feel like a complete experience.