Brian Regan
This popular stand-up comic is known for his physical, clean, and observational style of humor. He is a veteran of Comedy Central and has released six live performances on various formats since 1997. See him at the PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, on Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $42-$62. For more information, call 513-232-6220 or visit www.riverbend.org.
Cincy Summer Beerfest
Sample over 300 craft beers of all tastes and styles from across the region at this annual festival, located in the center of downtown Cincinnati’s restaurant and entertainment district. All proceeds benefit the Big Joe Duskin Music Foundation, which supports music programs for disadvantaged elementary and junior high schools. Check it out on Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Cincinnati, on September 9-10. Festival hours are 6-11 p.m. Friday, and 3-11 p.m. Saturday. Starter and date night packets cost $15 and $40 and include two and five drink tickets, respectively. Additional drink tickets cost extra. For more information, call 513-621-4400 or visit www.cincybeerfest.com.
Cincy Comicon
This comic book convention that pointedly devotes itself exclusively to the medium of comics will be featuring dozens of prominent writers and illustrators, including Brian Azzarello (“Batman,” “Wonder Woman,”), Nick Bradshaw (“Wolverine and the X-Men”), Jenny Frison (“Red Sonja,” “Vampirella,”), Katie Cook (“Fraggle Rock,” “Gronk: A Monster’s Story) and the Cincy Comicon co-founder himself, Tony Moore (“The Walking Dead”). Also expect to see Cincy Comicon staples like Bricks on the Banks, a costume contest, and panel discussions. Check it out at Northern Kentucky Convention Center, 1 W. Rivercenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky, on Sept. 9-11. Hours are 3-7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $25-$75. For more information, visit www.cincycomicon.com.
MainStrasse Village Oktoberfest
Enjoy a smaller but less chaotic Oktoberfest in this German-American shopping and dining district in Northern Kentucky. There’ll be tons of German and American food, craft beers, arts and crafts, and children’s activities and entertainment. Check it out at MainStrasse Village, just off the Fifth St. exit in Covington, Kentucky, on Sept. 9-11. Fest hours are 5-11:30 p.m. Friday, noon-11:30 p.m. Saturday, and noon-9 p.m. Sunday. There is no admission cost. For more information, call 859-491-0458 or visit www.mainstrasse.org.
Ohio’s Hospice of Butler & Warren counties: 5K Remembrance Walk/Run
The proceeds for this 5K walk/run will go to at-home care and services for patients suffering from life-threatening illnesses. You can register online or at Smith Park, 500 Tytus Ave. and Verity Parkway, Middletown, on Sept. 10 at 8:30 p.m. The walk/run begins at 10 a.m. Registration fees are $25 (adult) and $10 (youths 12 and younger). Online registration is at www.hospiceofdayton.org/events/remembrance-5k-walkrun. For more information, call 937-222-WALK (9255).
David Shaw’s Big River Get Down
This all-day music festival in Hamiltoon will feature funk, soul, blues and rock bands. David Shaw is from Hamilton, and his band, The Revivalists, based in New Orleans, will headline. Check it out at RiversEdge Amphitheater, 116 Dayton St., Hamilton, on Sept. 10 from noon-11 p.m. Tickets are $20 (advance) and $25 (day of show). For more information, visit www.bigrivergetdown.com.
Midnight Madness Marathon
Just to be clear, it ends at midnight. Choose your method for tackling the 6.55-mile course around Hamilton (marathon relay, marathon, 10K or 5K), then prepare to soothe your exertions afterward with a craft beer and an awards ceremony. If you have any energy left over, you can walk across the street to catch the end of the Big River Get Down Festival. The start line is at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton, on Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. Registration starts at 4 p.m. and fees range from $20-$210. For more information, visit www.midnightmadnessmarathon.com.
Cincinnati Cheese Festival
This traveling festival is a must-attend for cheese fanatics. Over 300 cheeses from international cheese artisans and specialty producers will be presented for sampling, along with food pairings, craft beer and live music. Check it out at Smale Riverfront Park, 100 W. Mehring Way, Cincinnati, on Sept. 10 from 1:30-7 p.m. Tickets are $35-$45 (general) and $75 (VIP). For more information, visit www.thecheesefest.com.
Old West Festival
This ninth annual festival takes place at an authentic, year-round Old West town in the middle of the country. See period interpreters, historical characters, and famous Hollywood movie gun battles replayed before your eyes. During the down time, you can watch roping shows and magicians or do a family sing-along. Check it out at 1449 Greenbush Cobb Road, Williamsburg, on Sept. 10-Oct. 16. Festival hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. Admission is $12.99-$24.99 (adults) and $9.99-$19.99 (kids 3-12). Season passes are $34.99. For more information, call 513-304-0444 or visit www.oldwestfestival.com.
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