Essentia Holistic Center

Right in the heart of downtown Cincinnati you will find the Aronoff Center for the Arts. With three theaters and a number of smaller rooms and galleries, there is always something to do or see at this visual and performing arts space. Find everything from plays, ballets and concerts to stand-up comics and art galleries to musicals and other entertainment all under one roof.

Stay up all night long with the help of caffeine. Highland Coffee House is serving up everything caffeinated, from regular old Joe to fancy lattes and mochas, from the early afternoon until 2AM on the weekdays and 4AM on weekends. Looking to settle down instead of winding up? Opt for some delicious and calming tea.

Another major player in Cincy’s cultural scene is the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, or CSO. The fifth oldest orchestra in the US, the CSO is well known throughout the world for its recordings and tours. For over 200 years, the CSO has brought evolutionary music to Ohio and continues to do so with its year-round performances. Hear them play in the historic Music Hall!

Learn how to cast a reel at Folz Fishing Lakes. These catch and release lakes are stuffed with all kinds of enormous fish: carps, bluecats, shovelheads, bass, bluegill and more. Rent a fishing pole and some live bait to take out onto the two beautifully maintained, tree-lined lakes for a great way to unwind.