Overview of the 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival
The 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival is set to begin on Thursday, offering an exciting lineup of performances that will take place over three days. The festival will start at the Andrew J. Brady Center and then move to Paycor Stadium for the following two nights.
Performance Schedule and Artists
The opening night on Thursday, July 24, will focus on a celebration of hip hop with a variety of artists taking the stage. Notable performers include Scarface, Goodie Mob, Young MC, and the Sugarhill Gang, along with special guests The Furious Five.
On Friday, July 25, the headlining act will be Earth, Wind & Fire, while Saturday, July 26, will feature LL Cool J. Additional artists scheduled to perform across the three-day event include Anthony Hamilton, Jazmine Sullivan, PJ Morton, The Zapp Band, Lucky Daye, the Bar-Kays, The TMF Band, and Dave Hollister. For a complete list of performers, visit the official Cincinnati Music Festival website.
Ticket Information
Tickets for all three nights of the festival are available through Ticketmaster, with digital tickets sent directly to attendees' phones. Prices vary depending on the night, with Thursday’s show at the Andrew J. Brady Music Center starting around $118, and Friday and Saturday’s performances priced at approximately $86 each. For more details on ticket purchases and the clear bag policy, check the official website.
Parking Locations and Costs
Parking will be available at several locations throughout the weekend. The Cincinnati Music Festival website provides a map and list of parking options from Thursday through Saturday. Some of the available lots include:
- Duke Energy Center Garage 1: 605 Plum Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Duke Energy Center Garage 2: 609 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Fountain Square Garage: 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Enquirer Building Parking Garage: 312 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH
- 3rd and Race Street Lot: Corner of 3rd Street and Race Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Scripps Center Garage: 312 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH
- 3rd and Main Lot: 120 E 3rd Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Queen City Square Parking Garage: 319-331 E. 4th Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Western and Southern Garage: 310 Broadway Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Broadway Lot: 295 Broadway Street, Cincinnati, OH
- East Garage: 443 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH
- Longworth Hall Lot: 700 W. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH
- South Lot: 131 Madison Street, Newport, KY
Prices for parking will vary by location, but most lots charge around $20. There are also designated areas for Uber and Lyft drop-offs and pick-ups, which can be found on the festival’s website.
Weather Conditions
While the weekend won’t be completely affected by rain, there is a chance of scattered storms and downpours, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Temperatures are expected to rise into the 90s, with heat index values reaching around 100 on Thursday. Attendees should prepare for hot and stormy weather over the weekend.