Living Vibrations

You know it’s autumn when Oktoberfest-Zinzinnati rolls around. Mark the change of the seasons with some of the best German-style music, food and beer in the Midwest at this festival. The largest Oktoberfest in North America, Zinzinnati celebrates Cincy’s true party spirit with an abundance of fun for everyone—including the "World’s Largest Chicken Dance" in Fountain Square.

Beginning with the Cincy Haus, the Queen City Underground Tours take you through the city’s largest and most popular collection of historical landmarks. Visit buildings that were once home to over 130 saloons, bars, beer gardens and theaters in the Gateway District. Wear your walking shoes and get ready to head into the city’s tunnels below to discover its hidden depths.

Push the limits at Art Beyond Boundaries, a professional fine arts gallery that features works by local and regional artists with disabilities. Help support the educational and community outreach programs, and see how adults and children with disabilities are breaking through barriers in the world of art. Some work is also available for sale by the artists.

Follow the Boy Scout guide, available for free printing on the website, for the Dan Beard Riverwalk. This simple, 5-mile recreational trail follows the riverfront starting from the famous Newport Southbank Bridge, originally known as the L&N Bridge and popularly dubbed the Purple People Bridge. Just follow the inset Riverwalk logos and read through the guide to discover some interesting history along the trail.