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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ From April 20-26, over 60 restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will offer fixed-price three-course menus for Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week. Diners can try new dishes and support Cincinnati Children's Hospital — reservations are recommended. WLWT
- ➤ The $9.5M USS Cincinnati Peace Pavilion memorial will open at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester Twp on May 16 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The walk-through replica (with original submarine sections) will feature docent-led tours, food trucks, and educational kiosks. Journal-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Asian Food Fest celebrates its 15th year today with local vendors and live performances in downtown Hamilton & offers food tastings that showcase diverse Asian cuisine. Organizers say the event aims to unite the community in sharing cultural flavors. FOX 19 Now
- ➤ A Champion Mill historical marker was unveiled at Spooky Nook in Hamilton on April 17 (celebrating the area's rich heritage). The marker honors the local mill's role in the community. Journal-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new law under House Bill 114 means children must be 5 by the first day of kindergarten starting the 2026-27 school year, forcing Hamilton and West Clermont families to face added preschool costs or childcare changes. (Some districts offer early admission for kids who turn 5 after school starts.) WLWT
- ➤ Kim Eldridge, the longtime director of Lakota West High School's theater department, is retiring after 29 years with a final production of Les Misérables today. She has nurtured creativity and community among students (her daughter plays Cosette in her farewell show). Local 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local community members will join Hamilton’s Annual Autism Awareness Walk to raise awareness for autism and connect families with support resources. Organizers say guest speakers and resource booths will feature at the event. FOX 19 Now
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Puscifer - The Normal Isn't Tour
7-9 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative sounds of Puscifer during their latest tour.
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B2K and Friends Concert
Time TBD — Heritage Bank Center — Ticket prices range from $117 to $406 — Enjoy a night of R&B and hip-hop nostalgia with Bow Wow, Pretty Ricky, and Waka Flocka Flame.
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Interactive Tree Experience for Infants and Toddlers
12 PM – 3 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Immerse your little ones in a magical multi-sensory universe filled with music and soft light.
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Interactive Tree Experience
3-6 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Not specified — Discover a multi-sensory journey filled with gentle music and whimsical characters as you cozy up in nature's embrace.
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The Supertramp Tribute
7 PM — Memorial Hall — Casual admission — Enjoy a nostalgic evening featuring live performances of classic Supertramp hits in a cozy setting.
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P&G Health & Fitness Expo
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Duke Energy Convention Center — N/A — Explore the latest innovations in health and fitness products at this unmatched expo.
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Happy Sorrows - World Premiere Film Showcase
7-10 p.m. — Memorial Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a local film showcase featuring the world premiere of Happy Sorrows along with a live Q&A and networking after-party.
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Flying Pig Marathon
6 AM – 2 PM — Paycor Stadium — Prices starting at $50-$120 — Run in Cincinnati's fun-filled annual marathon event featuring various distance races and relay teams.
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Yungblud Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the high-energy performance of Yungblud in Cincinnati.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to The Beatles
6:00-6:59 p.m. — Memorial Hall — Tickets available — Experience The Beatles' classics in a magical candlelight setting.
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