September 26, 2026 | 12pm-10pm | Clifton Gaslight District

The annual celebration of music and art returns to the Clifton Gaslight District! CliftonFest is a free street festival that draws thousands of people from across Cincinnati for a full day of live music, local art, food, and community spirit. This year’s event features nearly 20 local music acts, 45+ arts and craft vendors, and 25+ chalk artists transforming the street into a colorful open-air gallery. Grab a drink from MadTree Brewing, explore handmade goods from regional artists, and enjoy a full day of creativity, connection, and fun in one of Cincinnati’s most vibrant neighborhoods

What to expect

Listen to the Lineup

More Information:

Cliftonfest Map

Parking & Transportation Info

Free parking will be available in the Cincinnati State Ludlow Avenue Garage, with Metro bus service connecting the Cincinnati State bus stop to the festival along Ludlow Avenue. Plan your bus trip here: https://www.go-metro.com/riding-metro/fixed-route-schedules/

Limited street parking will be available throughout the Clifton Gaslight District. Paid parking is also available in the Clifton Merchant Public Parking Lot, accessible via Howell Avenue on the day of the festival.

To help reduce traffic and congestion, attendees are strongly encouraged to park at Cincinnati State and take the bus or walk to the festival whenever possible.

Inclement Weather/Rain Plan

In the case of incliment weather, all CliftonFest activities will be moved indoors to the Clifton Cultural Arts Center, located at 3412 CLifton Avenue.

Accessibility

The Clifton Cultural Arts Center is committed to making CliftonFest as welcoming and accessible as possible for all attendees.

Festival streets, activity areas, and performance spaces are wheelchair accessible via paved routes.
Seating is available in each of the festival's performance areas for attendees who would like to sit and enjoy the performances.
ADA-accessible restrooms are available at each restroom location throughout the festival.
Service animals are welcome.
Please note that CliftonFest includes amplified music, large crowds, and other sensory stimuli throughout the day.
Limited accessible parking is available nearby. Additional parking and transit information can be found on our Parking page.

If you require a specific accommodation or have questions about accessibility, please contact us using the email listed at the bottom of this page. We encourage accommodation requests in advance whenever possible so we can best support your visit.