May 30 â June 1, 2025 Edition
Weekend forecast: mid-70s & mostly sunny · DORA district in effect all three days · Parking tip: free 3rd & Sycamore garage after 5 p.m.
Day | Donât-Miss Event | Time |
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Fri 5/30 | Puppet-Making Workshop @ McCloskey Wonder Works Museum | 2 p.m. |
Sat 5/31 | FREE concert: Little Texas + 90 Proof Twang (RiversEdge Amphitheater) | Gates 6 p.m. |
Historic Farmers Market (Courthouse lawn) | 8 a.m.ânoon | |
Hamilton Witches Market (High St.) | 10 a.m.â4 p.m. | |
*Cousins Maine Lobster* truck @ Municipal Brew Works | Noonâ8 p.m. | |
The Kokotto Comeback live @ Pinball Garage | 8 p.m.â11 p.m. | |
Sun 6/1 | Kayak rentals open @ Great Miami Rowing Center | 10 a.m.+ |
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Crack a Code at Escape Goatz
Four private, cinematic escape-room adventuresâDiamond Heist, Mafia Life, Lost Pyramid, Murder Mysteryâeach a 60-minute adrenaline rush just blocks from the riverfront. -
Rock the River @ RiversEdge Amphitheater
Free Saturday show with â90s country stars Little Texas plus local favorite 90 Proof Twang. Bring a lawn chair; DORA cups allowed. Details & parking map » -
Flip Flippers @ Pinball Garage
70+ machines, 30 taps, and Saturdayâs Kokotto Comeback concert (8-11 p.m.). Play, sip, repeat. Current tap list » -
Lobster Rolls + Local Brews
New England meets Butler County when Cousins Maine Lobster parks at Municipal Brew Works (Sat noon-8 p.m.). Try the Approachable Blonde + lobster-roll combo. -
Browse the Historic Farmers Market
Fresh strawberries, honey, and live music on the courthouse lawn every Saturday 8 a.m.ânoon. Vendor list » -
Wander Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park
70 monumental sculptures across 300 rolling acres. Sunset hours until 8 p.m.; golf-cart rentals sell out early. Plan your visit » -
Hunt Murals with StreetSpark
Download the free OtoCast app and selfie your way through 20+ murals, including the brand-new 75-ft âViva El Sueñoâ on 8th St. -
Conquer the Butler County Donut Trail
Collect passport stamps at 13 mom-and-pop shops; finish the trail for the coveted 2025 T-shirt. Passport & hours » -
Bike the Great Miami River Trail
Hop on at Marcum Park and enjoy miles of paved waterfront greenwayâpicnic tables and splash pad en route. -
Paddle with Great Miami Rowing Center
Single kayaks, tandems, and SUPs launch from 330 N. B St. (Sun 10 a.m.+). Call 513-892-4672 for rentals. -
Day-Pass Fun @ Spooky Nook Champion Mill
Americaâs largest indoor sports complex: climbing walls, pickleball, 200-m track, and a 65 k-sq-ft fitness center. Facility map » -
Free Galleries @ Fitton Center for Creative Arts
Rotating exhibitions plus riverfront patio viewsâno admission fee. Perfect pre-concert stop. -
Time-Travel in the Lane-Hooven House
Tour Hamiltonâs octagonal 1863 Victorian Gothic gem; self-guided visits weekdays 9 a.m.â4 p.m. Call 513-867-5835. -
Stroll the German Village Historic District
Brick streets, 19th-century facades, and self-guided walking-tour maps showcasing early German heritage. -
Pick Strawberries @ Brownâs Family Farm Market
Just north of town on Hamilton-Cleves Rd.; u-pick fields plus fresh baked goods. Open daily 9 a.m.â6 p.m. -
Shop the Hamilton Witches Market
Tarot readers, crystal vendors, and cosplay flair on High St. (Sat 10 a.m.â4 p.m.). Event page » -
Puppet-Making @ McCloskey Wonder Works Museum
Kids craft their own marionettes Friday at 2 p.m.âincluded with admission. Tickets » -
Picnic & Splash in Marcum Park
Riverfront lawn, sculptures, giant swings, splash pad, and free Wi-Fiâideal between morning market and evening concerts. -
Hunt Vinyl & Vintage on Main St.
Pop into Saraâs House, Unsung Salvage, and Fleurish Home for antiques, records, and local art (DORA cupâfriendly). -
Lose Yourself in Jungle Jimâs International Market (15-min drive)
Half-million-sq-ft foodie theme parkâglobal groceries, beer bar, and free samples galore. Whatâs new » -
Save the Date: Hamilton Flea (Sat June 14)
Second-Saturday urban makers market returns to Marcum Park with 60+ vendorsâmark your calendar. -
Sunset Sips @ The Hydraulic Bar
Inside Spooky Nookâs conference centerâriver views, $5 Ohio drafts (Fri 4-6:30 p.m.), late-night bites till midnight Saturday.
Weekend Pro Tips
- Book first, browse later. Escape Goatz rooms and Spooky Nook day passes sell out fast.
- Pack a DORA cup. Grab a Municipal Brew Works pint to-go and stroll High & Main.
- Park early: RiversEdge lots fill by 5:30 p.m.; use the 3rd & Sycamore garage.
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Have an amazing weekendâweâll see you in the rooms (and on the river)!