FAQs
What is the Cincinnati Coffee Festival?
The Cincinnati Coffee Festival is the Midwest’s premier coffee event, celebrating artisan coffee, fine teas, pastry, savory food and more.
Guests will enjoy free tastings, samplings, live music, engaging demonstrations, and the opportunity to purchase your favorite products.
This caffeinated event is an unmissable show! Whether you’re a serious coffee lover, enjoy an occasional sip, come for the scrumptious food, or to enjoy the music, there will be something for everyone.
When is the 2025 Cincinnati Coffee Festival?
The 2025 Cincinnati Coffee Festival will be October 25th and 26th, 2025. We’re excited to bring you the best caffeinated event in the Midwest! Tickets will be for timed entry to help control crowds.
How is Ohio River Foundation involved?
Ohio River Foundation is the producer of the event and the charitable
beneficiary of the Cincinnati Coffee Festival. Without great water, you can’t have great coffee.
For more information about Ohio River Foundation and its conservation programs, please visit OhioRiverFdn.org.
Where will the Cincinnati Coffee Festival be held?
The Festival will take place in the beautiful Ballroom at Cincinnati Music Hall.
What is timed entry?
Tickets will be marked for a specific time of entry. Please enter during the hour your ticket is for and feel free to stay as long as you like.
See entry hours and ticket prices here.
Children under age 5 are free with an adult.
Do I need to buy tickets in advance?
Some tickets may be available at the door, but we expect the event to be sold out so we recommend purchasing tickets in advance.
In addition, you can take advantage of the advance pricing by purchasing your ticket before the event.
What does my ticket include?
In addition to entry to the Cincinnati Coffee Festival, you’ll have the opportunity to meet brewers, roasters, learn during skills demonstrations, hear live music, and of course taste some of the best coffee, tea, chocolate, and baked goods in the world!
Can I taste coffee and food for free?
Most of our vendors will be offering complimentary tastings. They will also have many items available for purchase.
Can I use credit cards inside the Festival?
Use of credit cards to purchase items is strictly up to each vendor. While some will be accepting credit and debit cards, others operate on a cash only basis.
Where is there parking?
Over 5,000 parking spaces are located immediately surrounding the Center in metered street spaces, private flat lots, and privately managed garages.
Where does the money go?
Proceeds from the Cincinnati Coffee Festival go to support Ohio River Foundation’s conservation and environmental education programs. Ohio River Foundation is a regional conservation non-profit dedicated to protecting and improving water quality and ecology in the 200,000 square mile Ohio River watershed.
Ohio River Foundation’s education programs engage thousands of students every year, educating and training the next generation of environmental stewards. Its Restoration Program assists communities throughout the watershed in protecting water quality and facilitating the restoration and protection of natural resources.
Is this a family-friendly event?
Children are welcome, although we ask that any child under the age of 16 is accompanied by an adult. There are some vendors/booths with a specific orientation toward children but the majority of the vendors offer caffeinated items.
Please take advantage of our stroller parking area.
Children under age 5 are free with an adult.
Can I exchange or refund my ticket?
Unfortunately we operate a no refund, no exchange policy.
Is the site wheelchair-accessible?
Yes, the facility has elevators.
Will there be a coat check?
No, there won’t be a coat check. Please make sure you look after any items you bring into the venue. They are your responsibility.
Can I bring my own beverages?
Outside food, beverage, and all containers and bottles are strictly prohibited and may be confiscated.
Will it be crowded at the Cincinnati Coffee Festival?
We use a timed entry system to help control the number of people who can enter each hour. The morning and early afternoon hours generally sell out, so if you’re looking to avoid crowds we encourage you to plan to attend at 2pm or 3pm
Will there be vendors offering things besides coffee?
Yes! You’ll find a wonderful mix of vendors including coffee, tea, chocolate, baked good, ceramics and much more.
