CP Community Newsletter
Good Morning Columbia Plaza
Featuring quote of the week, Flying Pig Marathon weekend, Kentucky Derby events, and local games to check out!
Quote of the Week
Flying Pig Marathon Weekend
The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon — powered by P&G — is one of the most popular running events in the country. Welcoming athletes of all running abilities from all around the world, Flying Pig Marathon weekend offers activities and events for the whole family. More than 25 support stations and entertainment along the course make the event one of the premier marathons in the country. Runners World magazine even declared the Flying Pig the best-named marathon in the country, so come fly with the swine in the Cincinnati region!
Kentucky Derby
Run for the Roses
Inspired by the iconic Kentucky Derby, join us for a celebration complete with race day festivities, live entertainment, and so much more at Newport on the Levee.
Schedule of Events:
5 – 8PM: Enjoy family-fun with a special pop-up petting zoo and live music. Then catch the races on our jumbo LED screen and place your bets for a chance to win prizes from our restaurants and retailers.
Run for the Roses Specials:
Beeline & The Buzz: Opens at 12PM | Off to the Races: Smirnoff raspberry vodka, lemonade, and cranberry juice. Churchill Downs Mint Julep: Old Forester Bourbon, simple syrup, and mint.
Pau Boutique: Derby fashion
150 Kentucky Derby Watch Party
Turfway Park Racing & Gaming is hosting their 150 Kentucky Derby Watch Party on May 4, to celebrate the Derby and its 150th Anniversary. There will be family friendly activities including a petting zoo, face painting and games, as well as Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew VIP Watch Party Experience that includes all-day table reservation, brunch, dinner and a live performance by the Naked Karate Girls.
The B Line Trail
Ready to stop in and see what our Northern Kentucky bourbon line is all about? Check out the 27 distilleries on the B Line! Get a free copy of your B-Line passport on your phone at the link below. Or, if you’d like a souvenir of your bourbon sipping points, get a paper passport booklet at any of the stops along the Line.
Fountain Square’s Live Music Series
Fountain Squares live music series is back! Come down, grab your favorite drink, and get ready to sway to the beat of a good tune!
Tuesdays: Jazz at the Square
Dates: April 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Time: April 1 -May 20: 5-8 p.m.; May 27-Aug. 26: 6-9 p.m.
Wednesdays: Fountain Blues presented by America’s River Roots
Dates: April 2, 2025 - August 27, 2025
Time: April 2 -May 21: 5-8 p.m.; May 28-Aug. 27: 6-9 p.m.
Thursdays: Salsa on the Square
Dates: May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Fridays, & Saturdays: Live Music at the Fountain Bar featuring local Cincinnati musicians!
Support Local Teams!
Monday
St Louis Cardinals at Cincinnati Reds, 6:40PM - Great American Ball Park
Tuesday
St Louis Cardinals at Cincinnati Reds, 6:40PM - Great American Ball Park
Wednesday
St Louis Cardinals at Cincinnati Reds, 6:40PM - Great American Ball Park
Thursday
St Louis Cardinals at Cincinnati Reds, 12:40PM - Great American Ball Park
Friday
Washington Nationals at Cincinnati Reds, 6:10PM - Great American Ball Park
Saturday
Washington Nationals at Cincinnati Reds, 6:40PM - Great American Ball Park
Cincinnati Cougars vs Indiana Valor, 7:00PM - Milford High School
Sunday
Washington Nationals at Cincinnati Reds, 4:10PM - Great American Ball Park