Event Dates
From: Thursday, October 13, 2022
To: Sunday, October 16, 2022
BLINK Cincinnati is the largest light, art and projection mapping event in the nation. Given its size and scale, it is typically held every 2 years in October.
BLINK® Cincinnati is a four-day event featuring large-scale projection mapping installations, murals, urban artscapes, media light and interactive art in Cincinnati, OH.
BLINK® takes place in downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, spanning more than 30 city blocks and crossing the historic John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge over the Ohio River. Food and beverages will also be available. BLINK is free and open to the public; no tickets are required. Hours run from 7pm-11pm each night. There is no cost to attend Blink itself. There are $10 Tickets to special art experiences at Washington Park as well as the usual parking, food, drinks and merchandise, etc. VIP tickets are also available.
Future City Light Spectacular
- BLINK®officially kicks off with the Future City Spectacular presented by Skyline Chili Parade just after sundown on the opening night of the event.
- Featuring more than 3,000 participants and groups from across the city and beyond, the parade will step from the corner of 8th and Vine streets in downtown Cincinnati.The stunning and lighted floats, puppets, musicians, and performers will make their way down Vine Street, ending at West Freedom Way at The Banks.
Walking Tour
- BLINK ® Is Best Experienced On Foot. Park The Car, Grab Friends And Family, And Use Our Suggested Self-Guided Walking Routes To Explore BLINK’s 30+ Blocks Of Light, Art, And Wonder. All Routes End In Our Hospitality Areas Where You Can Find Seating, Restrooms, Food And Beverage, Entertainment, VIP Tents And More.
Hospitality & Entertainment Areas
- Hospitality Areas are available in the following BLINK ® Neighborhood Zones: Findlay Market, Downtown, The Banks, and Covington (2). At each of our Hospitality Areas, visitors can find live entertainment stages, VIP tents*, official event merchandise, food/beverage, seating, and public restrooms. Hospitality Areas are open from 5pm-11pm each night. Live entertainment begins at 7pm.
Logistics and Getting Around
The previous event drew drew a crowd of more than 1 million people and this year’s event is going to be bigger. Blink is simply too large to be seen in one night. Blink is massive and as a result there is simply too much to see even if you ran between locations to see everything in one night.
Park and Ride Ohio – Metro on the Ohio side will have two designated park & ride locations for Blink: The Museum Center at Union Terminal ($4 charge to park) & Cincinnati State (Free to park). Keep in mind that due to the crowds both of these lots will fill up fast
Cincinnati Streetcar – The Cincinnati Streetcar will be free starting at 4pm on the following schedule during Blink. Keep in mind it will be crowded
- Thursday – 4 pm – midnight
- Friday – 4 pm – 1:00 am
- Saturday – 4 pm – 1:00 am
- Sunday – 4 pm – 11:00 pm
South-Bank Shuttle – The shuttle will run an alternate route due to the Roebling bridge being closed for the event. The cost is $1 per ride. Check out their website here for more details.
OGGO Roebling Bridge Shuttle – The Roebling Bridge connecting Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will be closed to car traffic during BLINK hours. It will be open to foot traffic and Oggo shuttle rides.
Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to all the action,
Kinley Cincinnati, 21c Museum Hotel, The Lytle Park Hotel, XV Beacon Hotel
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At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. At Kinley Cincinnati Downtown, a rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. With a fitness center, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has family rooms.
Each guest room at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati features a flat-screen cable TV and a coffee machine. They are decorated with modern furnishings and have an private bathroom with free toiletries. Hotel offers nightly turn down service and has free Wi-Fi throughout & a fitness center
At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Continental and American breakfast options are available every morning at The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.
The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. All rooms have a desk. An American breakfast is available each morning at Symphony Hotel & Restaurant.
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This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/café. Other amenities include self parking, a business center, and conference space. All 456 rooms feature comforts like pillowtop beds and premium bedding, while conveniences include refrigerator and coffee maker
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, & a bar/lounge. Free self-serve breakfast & free WiFi. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a rooftop terrace, & a 24-hour business center. All rooms feature kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, & dishwashers
A restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area. All 171 rooms offer free WiFi, premium bedding, and Smart TVs
This smoke-free hotel features a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and valet parking. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a business center, and dry cleaning are onsite. All 144 rooms offer free WiFi