Our Events
Welcome to Greater Cincinnati’s hub for sustainability-related events, offering a wide range of opportunities to learn, experience, and participate!
Explore the calendar below to find events near you!
September Green Drinks at West Side Brewing
Farmers Market Tour, Networking, & Meet-and-Greet with Green Umbrella’s new Executive Director! Join Green Umbrella for September Green Drinks on Thursday, September 17, from 5:00–7:00 PM at West Side Brewing! This month, we’re heading to the West Side for an evening of casual networking, conversation, and community. Stop by the nearby Westwood Farmers Market to…
Events
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From noon–1 PM on August 30 and October 25, we’ll turn down the volume and turn up the welcome so guests with **sensory or other special needs** can enjoy our birds, activities, and space at their own pace. Access Hour is free, with pre‑registration. Pre-registration closes 48 hours before each event: call (513) 825‑3325 or...
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RAPTOR Inc’s facilities are open to the public during our Open House Events and by appointment only. On the last Sunday of each month (March-November) from 1pm to 4pm our highly skilled educators will be available to welcome guests, lead tours, conduct educational programs with our avian ambassadors, share biological artifacts, and answer questions. You...
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Discover the incredible journeys of migratory birds and how to welcome them to your garden with plants they love! Every backyard and greenspace has the potential to serve as a critical rest stop for migratory birds. By understanding plant-bird relationships, we can provide the high-energy fuel birds need to survive their journeys. Whether you're a...
$20
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Presenter: Dr. Wes Ryle What looks like a single star to the naked eye often turns out to be two or more when examined with a telescope. These “double stars” have deep ties to the past research of the Cincinnati Observatory. Our founder, Ormsby Mitchel, is credited with the discovery of the prominent star Antares...
$10 – $25
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Learn to be more in the present moment and reduce stress and anxiety with evidenced-based practices that create better health, foster more joy and creativity, and help us come closer to the reciprocity we have with nature. We all need to have internal tools to help us build and maintain mind-body resilience and joy for...
$25
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Are you interested in learning more about growing medicinal plants? Join local herbalist Meghan Henshaw in a living green classroom. The Melrose Medicinal Garden is a community garden located at 2647 Melrose Ave in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. Garden workdays happen most Thursdays 10am-noon during the growing season. Work alongside a team of...
Free
Join our reading program for 2 to 3 year olds, Tadpole Tots! Each session will include storytime with books and lessons crafted for growing toddler minds. The fun doesn’t stop there – your child will meet an unforgettable animal ambassador who enhances the stories we tell. Children will also make a craft related to the...
$15
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Join us for Clermont County Park's annual Open House with Friends on the first Thursday of September! During this free event, we'll have live music with Ma Crow, games, activities, and Touch a Truck. Guests will also get a sneak peak of our educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and meet some of our community partners! Light...
Free
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Join the Food Policy Council at Boone County Farmers Market as part of our Summer Farmer's Market Tour! We'll be on-site all market day to meet shoppers, chat with vendors and farmers, and share resources on food access, food waste, and healthy eating. Stop by to pick up some goodies from Hamilton County ReSource, a...
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Are you looking for an opportunity to experience the peak of fall migration? Well, Oxbow, Inc. has you covered! Join us for a bird walk through the Oxbow Nature Conservancy on September 5, 2026 to experience this incredible season! This trip will be led by Oxbow, Inc. board member and skilled birder, Erich Baumgardner. During...
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Want to grow healthy food and also be a good steward of your land? Eco-Agriculture is a collection of sustainable farming and gardening methods that work with nature to protect soil, conserve water, increase biodiversity, and reduce chemical use. This program will visit four Hamilton County homes to tour their ecologically-minded yards. Learn directly from...
$20
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Discover how to make the most of your garden beyond the traditional growing season with Heidi Potter, Purdue Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator. In this Tuesday Night Talk, participants will learn how to plan and plant a productive fall garden, use simple season-extension techniques to continue harvesting later into the year, and apply conservation-minded...
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Join us for the Sierra Club September Educational Forum, featuring Braden Trauth, Assistant Professor of Industrial Design at UC College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning, as he continues his presentation on Mutualism. When: Tuesday, Sep 8, meet and greet 6:30 PM, discussion 7-9 PM Where: Mt. Auburn Presbyterian Church, Geier Room, 103 William Howard...
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Join the Food Policy Council at Northside Farmers Market as part of our Summer Farmer's Market Tour! We'll be on-site all market day to meet shoppers, chat with vendors and farmers, and share resources on food access, food waste, and healthy eating. Stop by to pick up some goodies from Hamilton County ReSource, a CORV...
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You are invited to attend Th!rd Act Ohio's September 9, 2026, 1:00 PM, Zoom call to learn how you can be part of an effort to introduce Ohio towns and cities to a better, faster way to manage and approve permits for residential rooftop solar and storage. Residential rooftop solar in the U.S. costs two...
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The Education/Lifestyles Working Group of Faith Communities Go Green invites you to register for an in-person Guided Tour of Rumpke & Recycling Facility Date: September 30, 2026 Time: 9am -10:30 am (arrive by 8:45am) Location: 5535 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45217 (St. Bernard) As part of our efforts to educate and inspire our community members to change their...
Are you interested in learning more about growing medicinal plants? Join local herbalist Meghan Henshaw in a living green classroom. The Melrose Medicinal Garden is a community garden located at 2647 Melrose Ave in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. Garden workdays happen most Thursdays 10am-noon during the growing season. Work alongside a team of...
Free
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3 events,
Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. This event is expected to sell out. Intended Audience: This program is designed exclusively for adults ages 21 and older. All guests must present a valid ID upon entry. Program Description: Summertime is back once again, and so, too, is Music Under the Moon at Cincinnati Nature Center. Set against the...
$25 – $37
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Make WAVEs Gala (formerly Nauti Nite) is WAVE Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year! This 21+ event allows guests to explore the aquarium after-dark, all while enjoying tons of local food and drink vendors, live music, auctions, animal encounters, and more!
$150
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Step inside Newport Aquarium after dark for the 20th Annual Make WAVEs Gala (formerly Nauti Nite) – an exclusive, adults-only evening where you will sip yummy drinks, enjoy delicious food-by-the-bite, dance the night away and celebrate the ocean in style. Explore illuminated exhibits, meet incredible ambassador animals through up-close encounters, and bid on one-of-a-kind auction...
$100
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Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Intended Audience: This family-friendly program is perfect for adults and/or families with children ages 8 and up. Children must attend with a parent/caregiver. Program Description: Pawpaw trees have been hiding right here in Ohio’s backyard for thousands of years, but it wasn’t until 2009 that the pawpaw was named Ohio’s native...
$8 – $16
Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Recommended Audience: This program is designed for adults. No birding experience necessary; beginners welcome. Program Description: The busy summer season is in full swing for our feathery visitors and residents alike. Join us for a casual walk to observe the colorful lives of birds along our trails. What to Expect: We...
Free – $12
Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Recommended Audience: This program is designed for adults. No birding experience necessary; beginners welcome. Program Description: Start your weekend off right, and join us for a bird watching hike as we look for our feathered friends. What to Expect: This program is entirely outdoors. Restrooms are available only at the start...
$12
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Hike-A-Thon celebrates the outdoors and the exciting progress of Oxford’s and Miami’s trail systems! This event is family-friendly, pet-friendly (on leashes), and wheelchair-accessible.
Free
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The Bill Keating, Jr. Great Ohio River Swim is a 900-meter open water swim held in downtown Cincinnati. Founded in 2007, it is the largest open water swim across the Ohio River and back. Held while the river is closed to motorized traffic, the swim launches from the Serpentine Wall and concludes at the Public...
$30 – $50
Are you interested in learning how medicinal plants can support your wellness and vitality? Perhaps you have taken online herbal classes and are ready for an in-person experience or are entirely new to herbalism and looking for practical, hands-on skills taught in a supportive environment. In this eight month course, students will learn from Meghan...
$900
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Join us for a monthly hiking series exploring nature, archaeology, and the important stories written in the Oxbow Nature Conservancy. Hikes will alternate between Oxbow and ARI, with Oxbow-led adventures focusing on nature and conservation, and ARl-led hikes exploring archaeology and the importance of preserving local history. All hikes are FREE and open to the... 
Registration Requirements: Preregistration is required. Recommended Audience: This program is designed for adults in Clermont County. Program Description: It’s said that knowledge is power. This series will help residents of Clermont County’s fourteen townships become more powerful advocates for their communities. Together, we’ll explore how decisions are made that impact the quality and character of...
$50
Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Intended Audience: This family-friendly program is perfect for adults and/or families with children ages 8 and up. Children must attend with a parent/caregiver. Program Description: Pawpaw trees have been hiding right here in Ohio’s backyard for thousands of years, but it wasn’t until 2009 that the pawpaw was named Ohio’s native...
$8 – $16
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5 events,
Join the Food Policy Council at Westwood Farmers Market as part of our Summer Farmer's Market Tour! We'll be on-site all market day to meet shoppers, chat with vendors and farmers, and share resources on food access, food waste, and healthy eating. Stop by to pick up some goodies from Hamilton County ReSource, a CORV...
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Farmers Market Tour, Networking, & Meet-and-Greet with Green Umbrella's new Executive Director! Join Green Umbrella for September Green Drinks on Thursday, September 17, from 5:00–7:00 PM at West Side Brewing! This month, we're heading to the West Side for an evening of casual networking, conversation, and community. Stop by the nearby Westwood Farmers Market to...
Are you interested in learning more about growing medicinal plants? Join local herbalist Meghan Henshaw in a living green classroom. The Melrose Medicinal Garden is a community garden located at 2647 Melrose Ave in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. Garden workdays happen most Thursdays 10am-noon during the growing season. Work alongside a team of...
Free
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Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Recommended Audience: This program is exclusively for adults 21+. ID required. Program Description: The forests are teeming with edible delights! Join us as we celebrate this bountiful time of year with drinks, food, games, and all things foraged. This adults-only event will feature: live music on the Krippendorf Terrace from Adam...
$30
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Saturday, September 19–Sunday, October 11, 10 am–5 pm at Rowe Woods Visit Rowe Woods this fall to stock up on your favorite herbs, native perennials, flowering trees, and shrubs! Not only beautiful, but native plants also provide critical food and habitat for declining populations of pollinators and other wildlife. Fall Native Plant Sale Location: Rowe...
Daily admission for non-members.
Autumn is the best time to plant trees and shrubs. Choose from a large variety of native plants, shrubs, and trees from our local nurseries and turn your yard into an eco-friendly garden for pollinators and wildlife. No registration necessary. Members free; nonmembers pay daily admission at the gate. Brought to you by The Nature...
$12
Whether you’re a long-time supporter of the Common Orchard Project or brand new to our work, this is a great opportunity to connect with others in the community while helping care for and grow one of our shared orchard spaces. We host volunteer days on the third Saturday of each month to support ongoing orchard...
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Join the Banklick Watershed Council and other Northern Kentucky partners in cleaning up Doe Lake! Projects will include: trash pick-up and removal Gloves and trash bags will be provided! All you need to bring is yourself! Parking can be found at Doe Run Lake Park, located at 1501 Bullock Pen Rd., Covington, KY 41017 
AxoLittles is the perfect educational playtime for 3 to 5 year olds! Each session will include lessons and story time crafted for kids starting their education journey. You’ll meet one of our animal ambassadors and make a craft related to the book, making it a memorable learning experiences for your kiddo! Sessions run from 10-10:45...
$15
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Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Intended Audience: This program is designed for adult landowners wishing to make the most of their shady areas for native gardening. Program Description: Glean bright ideas for your yard's dark places during this introduction to native plants for shade gardens. Anne Cooper of Wild Heart Gardens, LLC, will provide shady solutions...
$12 – $24
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Please join Groundwork Ohio River Valley, the Office of Environment and Sustainability, and Green Umbrella for an evening of networking, success stories, and opportunities to keep the momentum growing to build more sustainable, equitable, and resilient neighborhoods. 
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Green Umbrella's Greenspace Alliance and partners invite you to join us for part two of an in-person candidate forum on balancing economic development and greenspace preservation in Northern Kentucky, featuring County Commissioner candidates running for local office in Boone, Kenton, and Campbell counties. Part 1 of the forum was held in April, prior to the... 
Give back to nature while spending time outdoors at one of our habitat restoration volunteer events. Open to both new and returning volunteers, these hands-on workdays offer a great opportunity to explore our local nature preserves, connect with the community, and make a meaningful impact. Volunteers may help remove invasive plants, maintain trails, install signage,...
Free
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5 events,
Are you interested in learning more about growing medicinal plants? Join local herbalist Meghan Henshaw in a living green classroom. The Melrose Medicinal Garden is a community garden located at 2647 Melrose Ave in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. Garden workdays happen most Thursdays 10am-noon during the growing season. Work alongside a team of...
Free
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Learn about the medicinal uses of marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) & sustainability in herbalism while drinking a tea featuring marshmallow, all while surrounded by the bounty of the Melrose Medicinal Garden. Attendees will watch a marshmallow root harvest & processing demonstration then leave with marshmallow seeds to plant in their 2027 garden.
$20
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Join our friends at Roads Rivers and Trails, along with other like-minded organizations, for a Public Lands Town Hall. Protections for our national parks, wilderness areas, and monuments are being stripped away at an alarming rate, and advocacy for our public lands has historically been championed by people from all backgrounds, political affiliations, and adventurers...
Free
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Sierra Club Ohio is bringing members and local environmental advocates from across the state together for a special weekend at Cuyahoga Valley National Park, September 25 through September 27, and we’d love for you to join us! We'll be celebrating 250 years of natural legacy by exploring, connecting, and giving back to Ohio’s only national...
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Come join Sierra Club on a mild hike through a section of Mount Airy Forest. There are many beautiful trees along the way. The path is relatively flat, but there are a lot of tree roots. Sturdy shoes are encouraged. The hike duration is about an hour. We’ll meet at the oval on Ridge Road,...
Free
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Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Recommended Audience: This program is designed for adults. No birding experience necessary; beginners welcome. Program Description: The busy summer season is in full swing for our feathery visitors and residents alike. Join us for a casual walk to observe the colorful lives of birds along our trails. What to Expect: We...
Free – $12
Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. Recommended Audience: This program is designed for adults. No birding experience necessary; beginners welcome. Program Description: Start your weekend off right, and join us for a bird watching hike as we look for our feathered friends. What to Expect: This program is entirely outdoors. Restrooms are available only at the start...
$12
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Join Tikkun Farm for our annual Fall Plant Sale and Open House on Saturday, September 26th from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 🌱 Tikkun Farm is located at 7941 Elizabeth St., Mt. Healthy, OH 45231. If arriving before noon, you can park in our lot. If arriving after noon, please park on Elizabeth St. or Adams Rd....
Free
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5 events,
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RAPTOR Inc’s facilities are open to the public during our Open House Events and by appointment only. On the last Sunday of each month (March-November) from 1pm to 4pm our highly skilled educators will be available to welcome guests, lead tours, conduct educational programs with our avian ambassadors, share biological artifacts, and answer questions. You...
Free
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Join fellow orchard stewards from across the Common Orchard Project network for our second annual Orchard Steward Summit. We'll gather to share stories from the season, celebrate what's grown in our orchards this year, and connect with stewards from other sites. This year features a new participatory budgeting process, where the group will decide together...
Free
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2 events, |
4 events,
Give back to nature while spending time outdoors at one of our habitat restoration volunteer events. Open to both new and returning volunteers, these hands-on workdays offer a great opportunity to explore our local nature preserves, connect with the community, and make a meaningful impact. Volunteers may help remove invasive plants, maintain trails, install signage,...
Free
Give back to nature while spending time outdoors at one of our habitat restoration volunteer events. Open to both new and returning volunteers, these hands-on workdays offer a great opportunity to explore our local nature preserves, connect with the community, and make a meaningful impact. Volunteers may help remove invasive plants, maintain trails, install signage,...
Free
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5 events,
Are you looking to deepen your permaculture knowledge, and learn in an immersive hands-on way? Cincinnati Permaculture Institute is launching a special residential permaculture training that allows you to study, observe, and work through the course of all four seasons in a Midwest Temperate climate from our new Urban permaculture education center in Cincinnati, Ohio....
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Practical Innovation. Real Impact. The built environment is being reshaped faster than ever by technology, but its true value lies in how well it serves people. At the 2026 REBUILD Conference, leaders across design, engineering, and construction examine how workflows, AI, and advanced building systems can be integrated intentionally to support resilient and regenerative outcomes....
$115
Are you interested in learning more about growing medicinal plants? Join local herbalist Meghan Henshaw in a living green classroom. The Melrose Medicinal Garden is a community garden located at 2647 Melrose Ave in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. Garden workdays happen most Thursdays 10am-noon during the growing season. Work alongside a team of...
Free
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3 events,
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Do you love community, nature, art, and birds?! Save the date for the 3rd annual Birding Man Festival on October 3rd, 2026 from 3:00 PM - Dark at Lost Bridge Beverage Co. This annual fundraiser and community event features live music, guided bird walks, workshops, a bird of prey show, local food + vendors, and...
Free
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