Live music in Middletown, OH

The inaugural Cincinnati metal festival brings two days of all-ages heavy music to Swine City Brewing in Fairfield, Ohio, just north of Cincinnati. Two stages, one indoors and one outdoors, keep the performances going rain or shine, with more than 30 bands on the lineup. A pass covering both days is $25 in advance, a $5 savings, or $40 at the door, and single-day options are available with day one at $10 in advance or $15 at the door and day two at $20 in advance or $25 at the door; door payments are accepted by cash, credit or debit, and Venmo only. Day one features headliner Maelstrom Blvck with Arcadian Shift, B Haan, Deformis, Fathom, Her Final Breath, Osmium, Phyrxian Sun, Plaster, Syphoned, and The Obnoxious Boot. Day two is led by Goroh with 10,000 Rambos, Blood Therapy, Charybdis, Death & Exhale, Dissociated, Draecanea, Encircled Throne, False Hydra, Hollows, Hollow Valley, Irewyrm, Leviathan's Lament, Mental Massacre, Recurrence, Remember Me, Sanity’s End, Subterfuge, The Final Seconds of Suffering, Tragic Attraction, Unwinding Reality, and WhatDrivesTheWeak.

Wilks Insurance Agency presents a tribute concert featuring Ozzmosis, honoring Ozzy Osbourne, and The Warped Band, celebrating music from the Warped Tour. General admission is free and open to all ages, and VIP tickets are available. Food trucks will be on site along with water, beer, and seltzer. The full food truck lineup will be announced.

Corey Tucker is performing live at The Back Porch Saloon. The show starts at 6:00 PM.

Carol's Speakeasy Lounge hosts a DJ and karaoke party that blends dance-worthy music with on-the-mic performances. The atmosphere is social and upbeat, pairing DJ-led tracks with guest singers for a night centered on music and good vibes.

Red Bull BassLine transforms tennis into a high-energy, loud, and interactive spectacle. Watch six elite players face off in a fast-paced tournament as a live DJ performs right on the court and drives the rhythm. A ticket also includes all-day grounds access on Saturday.

The 77 Experience brings the spirit of 1977 to life with a six-piece Nashville group that delivers the era’s signature hits. Grounded in rock yet fluent across styles, the band recreates the sound and variety that defined that year. The performance pairs live music with video projections that spotlight the culture of the time, featuring clips of period commercials, film previews, well-known television figures, comedic sketches, notable news moments, and other pop culture highlights. The musicians draw on extensive backgrounds in studio sessions, production, engineering, touring, live performance, songwriting and jingles, and teaching. Reserved seating is $30 in advance, and premium seating is $35 in advance. Free parking is available behind the building off Broad Street and off First Street.

The inaugural Cincinnati Open 5K invites participants of every age and pace to enjoy a fun run through a reimagined 40-acre tournament site. After crossing the finish line, the experience continues with a concert and party that includes Playa Bowls, coffee, and a drink ticket. Every registration comes with all-day access to the Cincinnati Open grounds, along with an exclusive 5K t-shirt and a medal.

Cars gather along 4th Street in downtown Franklin for a relaxed cruise-in with music, a 50/50 raffle, and door prizes. It is a casual meet-up for car enthusiasts with plenty to see. Parking is available at the courthouse, behind nearby banks, and along 4th and Main.

Downtown Franklin becomes a showcase for classic and cool cars at this cruise-in. Attendees can expect 50/50 tickets, door prize drawings, music, and a selection of food trucks, all in a family friendly setting for car fans of every age. This ongoing tradition brings friends and families together to enjoy the cars and community spirit.

On the patio, enjoy pizza and beers while Six String Hustle plays at the Liberty Inn.

Head to Warped Wing Brewpub & Smokery - Mason for a high-energy music trivia night that tests how quickly you can recognize songs from past and present. The game runs for two hours and is family friendly. Gather your crew to compete for prizes and bragging rights, and plan to arrive early to secure a table.

An open mic at Betties, currently The City Tavern, is open to singers and instrumentalists who want to share music on stage. Attendees can enjoy $2 beers and snacks, plus play darts and pool in a lively setting between performances.

Enjoy live music from Stagger Lee Acoustic paired with stone oven pizzas, hoagies, and cold beer. An evening centered on live tunes, food, and drinks.

This event features Bar Bingo, plus music, prizes, and drinks.

Bryan Scott Project brings an evening of live music to the Liberty Inn. Enjoy stone oven pizza and a bucket of ice cold beer during the show.

Kyla Mainous appears at The Grey at Carmagnola in Hamilton.