This tasty program highlights a different vendor and their products each week. Customers can enjoy FREE samples and cooking demos at Elaine’s Kitchen located on the Race Street Esplanade from 12 - 1 PM.
This week’s featured merchant is The Rhined!
Come see Allison Bishop at Jane’s from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, May 2. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Art & Poetry is our annual FREE celebration of the creative arts. Spend the day making art with friends, watch live performances throughout the day, and sign up to participate in the Poetry Slam.
Art & Poetry is proudly sponsored by: Women Writing for (a) Change.
Our open mic is a great option for budding poets and veterans alike. Participants can perform any piece they’d like. Registration is open from 1 - 3 PM day-of.
Perform a piece of your original poetry in front of a panel of judges for the chance to win one of the top three cash prizes! The following representatives from Women Writing for (a) Change will be judging this competition:
Christine Wilson: Poet, Artist, and Executive Director at Women Writing for (a) Change
Amanda Surrat: Writer and Founder pk&Coop Web Design
Babette McCray: Poet
Hamish Wilson: Poet & Artist
Elena Estella Green: Poet & Poetry Facilitator
The Poetry Slam is Emceed by Gifted Johnson-Wilkinson and supported by DJ Queen Celine.
Poetry in Asian Calligraphy with Creative Asian Society: 1 - 6 PM
Creative Asian Society artists will demonstrate Chinese poetry and haiku written in Chinese and Japanese calligraphy. Visitors are invited to copy artists' works or compose their own poems or haiku using calligraphy brushes.
Blackout Poetry with Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library: 2 - 5 PM
Participants will be able to choose pages from old library books that would otherwise be recycled. Participants will be able to black-out all the words on the page but the ones used to make a poem, adding designs and doodles as they please. Button-making will be available with a few pre-selected designs, as well as wooden bookmark decorating. All three activities are for all ages!
Poetry Magnet Activity with Indigo Hippo: 1 - 6 PM
Make your own take home poetry collage with Indigo Hippo, inspired by fridge magnet poetry! Choose words that inspire you (cut from upcycled magazines) to create your own poem, and glue them on a card to create your collage postcard.
Live Screen Printing Demo with Refresh Collective: 1 - 6 PM
Guests can see the screen printing process from making the screen design to printing the design on a shirt. They will also be playing music, written and recorded through their programs and resources.
Join Women Writing for (a) Change for a creative adventure—where we’ll blend collage and words to build a one-of-a-kind community poem together!
Come see Colton James at Jane’s from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 4. Find more upcoming live performances here!
This tasty program highlights a different vendor and their products each week. Customers can enjoy FREE samples and cooking demos at Elaine’s Kitchen located on the Race Street Esplanade from 12 - 1 PM.
This week’s featured merchant is Harmony Plant Fare!
Join us on Friday, May 9 at 6 PM for the screening of part one and two of Laying the Foundations, a multimedia storytelling project spearheaded by Asa Featherstone, IV, chronicling Black shoppers' impact on Findlay Market over the years. Through honest portraits, interviews, and archives, it highlights the deep impact Black communities have had on the market—past, present, and future. This project is about visibility, truth, and reclaiming space in a city shaped by gentrification and change. After each screening, we will host a panel discussion to dive even deeper into the subject matter covered in the film.
6:00 PM: Doors open
6:15 - 6:45 PM: Part 1 Laying the Foundation (19 minutes)
6:45 - 7:15 PM: Panel Discussion
7:15 - 7:30 PM: Part 2 Laying the Foundation (15 minutes)
7:30 - 8:15 PM: Panel Discussion / Q+A
Panelists:
Donna Harris
Cora Robbinson
This special event is free to the public, but, due to limited seating, we require registration ahead of time. This event will be held at KIWAVI - 1805 Elm Street, Floor 2, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Asa (AY-suh) Featherstone, IV is a photo-based artist, editor, and curator based in Cincinnati, OH whose work highlights the shared experiences that make us human. He prioritizes the beauty and nuance of daily Black life through narrative, exploring themes of place, rest, joy, and strife in a tone that gives voice to communities of color. His approach to photography is influenced by his homeschool upbringing, where he spent much of his formative years observing communities and asking questions about the behaviors of the people around him. Learn more about Asa here.
Come see Sovereign Being at Jane’s from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Saturday, May 10. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see Rob Lowe at Race St. Station from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 11. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Celebrate 513 Day at Findlay Market! There are so many iconic flavors born out of Cincinnati, and during this tour we're going to explore them all. From goetta to Grippo's and everything in between. Beyond our classic cuisine, our legacy business owners are essential to making Findlay Market and Cincinnati what it is today. Meet some intergenerational business owners and learn all about the history of Findlay Market at this month's Tasting Tour.
Eckerlin Meats: Goetta
Harmony Plant Fare: Cincy Style Grilled Cheese
Jane's: Local Craft Beer
SKT Ceramics: Findlay Market Drawstring Produce Bag to take home
Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour. There are only 12 tickets available for this tour - buy yours today!
May's Community Nights will be focused on Mental Health & Self Care, featuring a handful of local organizations whose sole purpose is to advocate for and support the health and wellbeing of the community.
This tasty program highlights a different vendor and their products each week. Customers can enjoy FREE samples and cooking demos at Elaine’s Kitchen located on the Race Street Esplanade from 12 - 1 PM.
This week’s featured merchant is Taste of Belgium!
Come see The Berry’s at Jane’s from 5 - 7 PM on Friday, May 16. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Joshua Ferreira at Race St. Station from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 18. Find more upcoming live performances here!
This tasty program highlights a different vendor and their products each week. Customers can enjoy FREE samples and cooking demos at Elaine’s Kitchen located on the Race Street Esplanade from 12 - 1 PM.
This week’s featured merchant is Dean’s Mediterranean Imports!
Come see LYD featuring Yolanda at Jane’s from 5 - 7 PM on Friday, May 23. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Taste of Cincinnati is the city’s largest celebration of our incredible and unique food culture. You can enjoy locally-sourced libations and exclusive cocktails from Jane’s while eating your way through the Findlay Market section, and browse our merchandise on your way out!
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Donate blood and get free Reds Ringer Tee! The Hoxworth Mobile Blood Drive will be stationed at the corner of Elm and Elder on Saturday, May 24 between 8:30 – 10:45 AM & 12:00 – 2:15 PM . Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-scheduled appointments are encouraged!
Come see Daniel Van Vechten at Jane's from 5 PM - 7 PM on Saturday, May 24. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Bekah Lawson at Race St. Station from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 25. Find more upcoming live performances here!
May's Community Nights will be focused on Mental Health & Self Care, featuring a handful of local organizations whose sole purpose is to advocate for and support the health and wellbeing of the community.
Come see Chloe Halpin at Jane’s from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, May 30. Find more upcoming live performances here!
German Day Celebration 2025
Come see Gerald Potts at Jane’s from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Saturday, May 24. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Food is a pillar in every culture. During our Juneteenth Tasting Event, we are celebrating the cuisines of Findlay Market’s various Black-owned businesses. You’ll be able to sample several special dishes that tie back to the history and importance of Juneteenth.
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Refund Policy:
In the event that we need to cancel this event, please note that payments are non-refundable and will be gratefully accepted as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution directly supports vital food access and food entrepreneurship initiatives in our community.
Join us for a weekend celebrating love at Findlay Market! Enjoy live music from LGBTQIA+ and allied performers, DIY Tie Dye stations, giveaways, and activities from community organizations that support the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Night Market is our annual free outdoor event where we stay open late so you can shop, eat and drink until the sun goes down. Market House Merchants and Outdoor Market Vendors alike will be popped up outside serving food and selling locally made products, and storefronts on both Race and Elm Street will stay open until 9 PM. There will be various interactive stations as well as live music all evening.
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Donate blood and get free Reds Ringer Tee! The Hoxworth Mobile Blood Drive will be stationed at the corner of Elm and Elder on Saturday, July 26 from 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM. Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-scheduled appointments are encouraged!
Now in its 26th year, National Farmers Market Week is an annual celebration that highlights the vital role farmers markets play in our nation’s food system. Findlay Market is celebrating all week long with events, programming, children’s activities, and more. Show our farmers some love and join us for a fun-filled week.
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Enjoy food from top local chefs and market merchants, wine pairings and more, all while raising funds for vital Findlay Market initiatives.
The flavors will fly again this September at our annual fundraiser, Flavor of Findlay, as we bring together market merchants and Cincinnati’s top culinary talent to celebrate our local food scene.
All event proceeds support Findlay Market's local food entrepreneurship initiatives, food access for low-income individuals, community-building efforts, and sustainability initiatives.
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It’s our final tasting event of the year and this time, it’s all about autumn. Fall Food Fest is a celebration of the harvest season. Our Merchants prepare dishes using seasonal ingredients for you to sample one by one. We are excited to celebrate all the spoils of Autumn at our annual Fall Food Fest on Sunday, October 5 from 10 AM - 4 PM!
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Refund Policy:
In the event that we need to cancel this event, please note that payments are non-refundable and will be gratefully accepted as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution directly supports vital food access and food entrepreneurship initiatives in our community.
Trick or Treat at Findlay Market! Our Merchants dress up and pass out candy to any kiddo in costume. Findlay Market invites you to the best Trick-or-Treating in town. All families, school groups, and neighbors are welcome to join us from 4 - 6 PM on Halloween to trick-or-treat from our Market Merchants and partners. Kids will have the chance to get candy inside of the Market House and at our surrounding storefronts. All businesses passing out candy will be clearly marked so you know where to stop!
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Enter your dog in our annual dog costume contest! Owners are encouraged to dress up with their pup. Dogs will be scored by three judges based on things like cuteness, cleverness, and ability to keep their costume on. The top three dogs win prizes, and each pup will go home with a bag of treats from Pet Wants.
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Shop Small Saturday is a nation-wide movement to support local businesses in lieu of shopping from big box stores during the holidays. Findlay Market is a beautiful patchwork quilt of small, family-owned and -operated businesses that provides so much value to our community. Jumpstart your holiday shopping by supporting Small Businesses this Saturday!
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Our annual Holiday Market is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your holiday shopping while still supporting local small businesses. We invite dozens of local artisans to sell their handmade goods at our Outdoor Market so you can gift shop while you grocery shop!
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Come see Richard Cisneros at Race St. Station from 12 PM - 2 PM on Sunday, April 27. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see Nina & Patrick at Jane's from 5 PM - 8 PM on Saturday, April 26. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see Jersey Joe Steel Away at Jane's from 5:00PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, April 25. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Help us welcome Eckerlin Meats back to their original space after nearly 2 years of full renovations! On Friday, April 25 at 9 AM, we will be celebrating the grand re-opening of Eckerlin Meats at 116 West Elder Street, where they first opened over 170 years ago. They have greatly expanded their space to include more storage and display cases and a large seating area to accommodate guests for breakfast and lunch. Join us for remarks from the Corporation for Findlay Market leadership and Josh Lillis, as well as a ribbon cutting. They will be celebrating with a $1 hot dog special all day!
April’s Community Nights will be centered around sustainability education and caring for the environment. We are welcoming a handful of local organizations whose missions are to provide resources and information to help the community make more sustainable choices in their everyday lives.
Learn how to take care of your restaurant’s equipment so it lasts a lifetime with our Kitchen Equipment Maintenance Workshop! Commercial equipment is one of the biggest investments restaurant owners will make when starting their business, and taking care of that equipment is a surefire way to make your investment worth your while.
Preventative Measures & Regular Maintenance
Signs of Disrepair
Troubleshooting & Potential Pitfalls
Knowing When to Call a Professional
Matt Henson, the Director of Preventative Maintenance at Valley Commercial Service, will be teaching this class. Matt has nearly 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry, working for big names like Jean-Robert, Boca, and Jeff Ruby’s before transitioning into equipment maintenance. He has six years of experience repairing HVAC systems and four years as a refrigeration technician.
Tickets are $20 per person. This class will be held at Findlay Kitchen - 1719 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
About Findlay Learn:
Findlay Learn is a Findlay Market program dedicated to food business education for entrepreneurs. Our programming connects current and future food entrepreneurs with knowledge, support, and access to opportunities. Findlay Learn builds on Findlay Market’s principles of driving economic activity, social interaction, and an inclusive experience for all, by placing food entrepreneur needs, support, and access, at the core of our focus. We strive to empower and embrace the wealth of culture and diversity that is needed to advance and sustain a vibrant food ecosystem right here in the heart of our city.
Come see Midnight Gumbo at Jane's from 5 PM - 7 PM on Saturday, April 19. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see DJ Nate the Great at Jane's from 5:00PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, April 18. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see Jeannie Marie at Race St. Station from 12 PM - 2 PM on Sunday, April 13. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see The Misfortune Tellers at Jane's from 5 PM - 7 PM on Saturday, April 12. Find more upcoming live performances here!
It's time to dust off those tastebuds and spring into the fresh flavors of Spring! Our April Tasting Tour will feature seasonal spring delicacies for you to sample in between bits of Findlay Market history. This is a great opportunity to taste some new-to-you dishes and meet some of our Findlay Market business owners. Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour. There are only 12 tickets available for this tour - buy yours today!
Dean’s Mediterranean Imports: Couscous Salad
Earthganics: Lip Balm to Take Home
French Crust Cafe & Bistro: Marinated Spring Vegetables in a Lettuce Cup
Juniper Seed: Spring Seasonal Salad
The Rhined: Herbed Goat Cheese Bite
These tickets are non-refundable. In the event you are unable to come to the tour, we will graciously accept your ticket sale as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market.
Come see Phoenix 432 at Jane's from 5:00PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, April 11. Find more upcoming live performances here!
We invite you to join us in celebration of Findlay Kitchen with drinks and gourmet small bites from a handful of small businesses who call Findlay Kitchen home. This fundraising event is presented by Truist Bank and will be full of good company, great food, and the opportunity to continue supporting this essential culinary hub in the heart of our city.
The event includes the following:
Cocktail-style setting with small bites and a full bar
Engaging testimonials from Findlay Kitchen members
Paddle raise and raffles
Emcee Mark Borison, Host/Producer of the Jungle Jim's International Public Market Podcast
Participating Findlay Kitchen Members:
Afromeals: Fried Rice and Jollof Rice
Chai For: Traditional, Ginger, and Botanica Chai
Heirloom Chef: Arugula Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Golden Beets, Carrots, Pistachios, and Curry Vinaigrette
Jay's Nyam & Jam: Jerk Chicken Dip & Creamy Callaloo Dip served with Plantain Chips
Olive Tree Catering: Baba Ganouj and Hummus served with Pita
Paktli Foods: Paktli Bites - White Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate with Blueberries and Cacao Nibs, Extra Dark Chocolate with Dried Cranberries and Cashews
The Passion Plate: Asian Cheese Ball with Rice Crackers
Walkerbar Bakery: Crime of Passion - White Chocolate Cheesecake Base, Ooey Gooey Cake, Passionfruit Swirl Ice Cream
YeeMama: Chicken & Basil and Pork & Baby Bok Choy Wontons
Since opening in 2016, Findlay Kitchen has helped nearly 300 food entrepreneurs start, grow and scale, with a specific emphasis on supporting those with higher barriers to entry in the restaurant industry - BIPOC, women and immigrant-owned businesses. 95% of current members fall into one or more of those categories. Findlay Kitchen empowers and embraces the wealth of culture and diversity that is needed to advance and sustain a vibrant food ecosystem, right here in the heart of our city. Join us on April 10 to celebrate and support this amazing community!
Schedule of Events:
5:30 - 6 PM: Registration
6 PM: Tasting Stations Open
6:30 - 7 PM: Program
8:30 PM: Event Ends
Tickets are $95 - purchase yours today!
In addition to the event, we are raffling off three incredible prizes to three lucky winners. Tickets for each opportunity are $10 each, or 6 for $50. You do not need to attend the event to purchase raffle tickets.
For an unforgettable experience, Chef Kymberly Wilbon, owner of The Passion Plate, is offering a multi-course, "Around the World" meal, inspired by global cuisine, for you and up to three friends at Findlay Kitchen.
Chef Kym is one of Cincinnati's most sought-after private chefs. Her clientele includes Cincinnati Bengals players, the Xavier Men's Basketball team, and more. Chef Kym infuses a global twist into every dish, blending flavors from her travels, which often include influences from Parisian, Asian, Mediterranean, and American cuisines.
Enjoy some of the best that Findlay Kitchen has to offer with the following (amazing) basket valued over $400!
$200 Gift Card and Merch from Tablespoon Cooking Co. including:
Blake Hill Heirloom Apple Preserves
Blake Hill Pumpkin Maple Preserves
Shuug Original Zhoug Hot Sauce
Kuhn Rikon Paring Knife
Private Tea Tasting for 4 at Wendigo Tea
Two $50 Gift Cards to Soul Secrets
$50 Gift Card to Juniper Seed + Goetta Spice Blend and Juniper Seed T-Shirt
2 Bags of Paktli Bites
Jungle Jim's and Findlay Kitchen have embarked on an exciting new partnership! If you visit their Fairfield location, you will find a Findlay Kitchen display and demo kitchen featuring 15+ Findlay Kitchen members. This is critical shelf space at the world's largest grocery store! To celebrate, take home goodies from some of the Kitchen members who are featured at Jungle Jim's, including:
Two Bags of Bourbon Pecans
Chili Fury Hot Sauce
Garlic Sizzle Hot Sauce
One Bag of Granola
One Loaf of Blueberry Bliss Coffee Cake
$100 Store Gift Card
2 Bags of Paktli Bites
Two Packs of Tequeños
One Bag of Caramels
Homestyle Chili Oil
Garlic Sweet Soy Sauce
Scallion Sweet Soy Sauce
Six Varieties of Frozen Wontons
About Findlay Kitchen
Findlay Kitchen is a non-profit food business incubator located in the heart of the historic Findlay Market district. Findlay Kitchen supports food entrepreneurs looking to start, grow and scale their businesses by providing affordable access to 14 licensed commercial kitchens, commercial-grade kitchen equipment, business-building wraparound services, and ample storage space. Our facility was designed and built with maximum flexibility in mind for our members, whether they’re just starting out or looking to scale their current operation.
April’s Community Nights will be centered around sustainability education and caring for the environment. We are welcoming a handful of local organizations whose missions are to provide resources and information to help the community make more sustainable choices in their everyday lives.
Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub will be collecting hard-to-recycle items. See below for more details.
Queen City Commons will be hosting a composting worm bin demonstration.
The Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub will be collecting hard-to-recycle items during this event. Those who bring in items to recycle will receive a voucher for $1 off a drink at Jane’s! See below for a full list of items they’ll be collecting:
Bread Bags from Bimbo brands (Sara Lee, Thomas', Brownberry, Bay's, Entenmann's, Arnold, Ballpark, Bimbo, Beefsteak, Nature's Harvest, The Rustik Oven, Cheesecake Factory, Lender's Bagels, and Boboli)
Contact lens blister packaging
Contact lens plastic storage cases and single dose eye drop units
Granola bar foil-lined wrappers
Paktech can holders
Plastic Coffee Bags
Plastic flexible packaging from any Kroger brands (Kroger, Simple Truth, Private Selection)
Plastic straws and utensils (wrapped and unwrapped)
Oral Care Packaging (toothbrushes, empty toothpaste tubes and floss containers, floss picks)
RX bottles (orange, blue, or green only)
Become the leader your business needs with our Employment & Leadership Workshop! In this class, you will learn the ins and outs of employment laws to consider when hiring and building a management system to help your team thrive. We will break out into small groups and collaborate on real-world problem solving to bolster your conflict management skills. This class is perfect for early-stage food businesses looking to scale their operations or established food businesses who want to strengthen their hiring and management processes.
Leading this class is Brooke Poling, Founder of Optimal Employee Relations, a solutions-oriented employment and management consulting firm. Prior to starting her business, Brooke was an employment law attorney who helped companies develop best practices and stepped in when difficult legal obstacles arose.
Tickets for this class are $20 per person. Class will be held at the Corporation for Findlay Market Headquarters - 19 W. Elder St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Findlay Learn is a Findlay Market program dedicated to food business education for entrepreneurs. Our programming connects current and future food entrepreneurs with knowledge, support, and access to opportunities. Findlay Learn builds on Findlay Market’s principles of driving economic activity, social interaction, and an inclusive experience for all, by placing food entrepreneur needs, support, and access, at the core of our focus. We strive to empower and embrace the wealth of culture and diversity that is needed to advance and sustain a vibrant food ecosystem right here in the heart of our city.
Come see Steve Saunders at Race St. Station from 5 PM - 7 PM on Sunday, April 6. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see Seanti-aeris at Jane's from 5 PM - 7 PM on Saturday, April 5. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Come see The Inturns at Jane's from 5:00PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, April 4. Find more upcoming live performances here!
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of your brand at our new workshop. We’re inviting Thommy Long of LemonGrenade to share his expertise in working with small businesses as they build and strengthen their brand to stand out from the competition. This workshop is interactive and we will break into groups for a branding brainstorming exercise after covering the following topics:
How to solidify & establish your brand
The power of branding & how to stand out
Examples of strong branding strategies
Tickets are $20 per person. This class will be held at the Findlay Market Corporate Offices - 19 W. Elder St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Thommy Long is the Creative Director at LemonGrenade, a graphic design and branding agency in Cincinnati that supports businesses in all of their design needs, from full rebrands to specialized campaigns and everything in between. Thommy has worked in art direction for over 20 years, and is a proud alum of the Art Academy of Cincinnati.
Findlay Learn is a Findlay Market program dedicated to food business education for entrepreneurs. Our programming connects current and future food entrepreneurs with knowledge, support, and access to opportunities. Findlay Learn builds on Findlay Market’s principles of driving economic activity, social interaction, and an inclusive experience for all, by placing food entrepreneur needs, support, and access, at the core of our focus. We strive to empower and embrace the wealth of culture and diversity that is needed to advance and sustain a vibrant food ecosystem right here in the heart of our city.
Help us give a warm welcome to Mannequin Boutique Charity Shop at their grand opening on Saturday, March 29 at 11 AM! We will kick things off with remarks from Mannequin Boutique’s owners as well as Findlay Market staff, followed by a ribbon cutting and a champagne toast.
Grand Opening Raffle - simply visit the store to enter!
2 - $25 Market Wines Gift Certificates
3 - $25 Mannequin Boutique Charity Shop Gift Certificates
1 - $25 Urbana Coffee Gift Certificate
1 - $25 Eckerlin Meats Gift Certificate
About Mannequin Boutique
Mannequin Boutique is a non-profit charity shop that serves others by donating 100% of its sale proceeds to local charities and, in the process, protects the environment by repurposing apparel. Their mission of taking care of each other and protecting our environment is serious, but furthering the mission by donating to and shopping at Mannequin Boutique is truly wonderful! Mannequin Boutique welcomes all donations of vintage, designer, or fun men's and women’s clothing in every size. They appreciate that the few dollars their customers spend on clothing and accessories can make life a little better for many and the earth a little cleaner.
Reds Opening Day is upon us! We will be kicking off the 105th Findlay Market Opening Day Parade on Thursday, March 27 at 12 PM. Here’s everything you need to know to navigate the Market and enjoy the parade.
The parade begins on Race Street at Findlay Market. It will proceed south down Fifth Street, turn left, travel past Fountain Square and ends at the Taft Theatre.
Babushka Pierogi: Opening Day Pierogi Breakfast at Market Wines: pierogi with optional goetta gravy and fried eggs
Churchill’s Fine Teas: Open 9:45 AM - 4:45 PM offering $1 off hot or iced Kenilworth or Findlay Market Fresh teas
Deeper Roots Coffee: Home Run Buns
Eckerlin Meats: Grilling out from 8 AM - 1 PM - hot dogs, metts, brats, burgers, and breakfast sandwiches
Eliza Jane’s BakeShop: Baseball Cookies for $3; Build Your Own Cinnamon Rolls
Gramma Debbie’s Kitchen: Open 10 AM - 3 PM serving 10 different types of chicken salad and hot dogs. Chips, cookies and pop for $1.
Juniper Seed: Vegan Breakfast Totchos (tater tot nachos)
Makers Bakers Co.: Baseball Cookies - $4, Red’s Velvet Banana Pudding
Pho Lang Thang: Pho Lang Thang: Patio Party starting at 10 AM - hot dogs, cold beer & good vibes!
uGOgelato: Extended hours - 9 AM - 8 PM - serving cannoli, affogato, coffee, and a variety of gelato and sorbetto
We are thrilled to announce that the longtime Findlay Kitchen Member and Findlay Launch alum, The Empanada’s Box, is celebrating the grand opening of their Findlay Market location on Tuesday, March 25 at 11 AM! They will be providing free mini Buenos Aires empanadas while supplies last.
This info session is for anyone considering being a mobile food vendor at events or markets in Cincinnati. Hear from Findlay Market staff on the Mobile Popup Program available to Findlay Kitchen members and details about the Findlay Outdoor Market. The Cincinnati Health Department will be talking through mobile food licensing requirements and providing inspections for those who need them.
Findlay Market Mobile Popup Program
Findlay Market Outdoor Market Program
Health Department Licensing & Inspection Requirements
Tips and Tricks for Successful Setups
Mobile Kit Setup & Inspections for 2025 Mobile Food Licenses
This session is free, but requires registration to hold your spot.
Still need your own mobile kit inspected for 2025? The Health Department will be available to inspect mobile kits during this time. Please email Cat Murrell (cmurrell@findlaymarket.org) with questions or to sign up for an inspection. Sign up is required prior to inspection.
This info session will be held at Findlay Kitchen - 1719 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Happy St. Patrick's Day, Findlay Market Fans! Join our St. Patrick's Day Tasting Tour where we'll chat through the vibrant history of the Market while stopping along the way for green treats, drinks, and gifts. Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour.
Artichoke: Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Churchills Fine Teas: Irish Breakfast Tea
Ruby's Chocolates: St. Patrick's Day Joystick
Taste of Belgium: Lucky Charms Mini Cheesecake
uGOgelato: Green Apple Gelato
There are only 12 tickets available for this tour - buy yours today!
These tickets are non-refundable. In the event you are unable to come to the tour, we will graciously accept your ticket sale as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market.
Kick off Bock Fest with a historic tour of Findlay Market studded with stop to Merchants all over the district. You'll hear from business owners about the city's rich German heritage and sample their German-inspired food to fuel your celebrations all evening long. Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour. There are only 12 tickets available for this tour - buy yours today!
Churchill’s Fine Teas: Hangover Relief Tea
Eckerlin Meats: Bockwurst
Harmony Plant Fare: Pretzel with Beer Cheese (Vegan)
Makers Bakers Co.: Mini Apple Strudel
The Rhined: Raclette Bratwurst Bites
These tickets are non-refundable. In the event you are unable to come to the tour, we will graciously accept your ticket sale as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market.
You asked, and we listened—Mardi Gras is making its grand return to Findlay Market, and this time, we're going BIGGER & BETTER! We’re moving FAST (maybe a little crazy, but so are we) to bring you our first-ever Mardi Gras Tasting Event featuring festive bites and bold flavors from your favorite Market Merchants.
Join us next Sunday, March 2nd, for a one-day-only celebration filled with Mardi Gras-themed samples—think gumbo, king cake, beignets, jambalaya, and more!
Tasting event tickets are sold in bundles. One ticket = one sample.
8 for $20
18 for $40
The Arepa Place: Purple Cheese Arepa
BanaSun Smoothie Bar: Avocado Toast
Barlion’s Seafood & Poultry: Gumbo, Etouffee and/or Charbroiled Oyster
Bouchard’s Pasta: Mini Zeppoles
Bri’s Barket: Pup Cups
Chamaele: Cornbread with Chamaele's Local Hot Honey
Chino’s Street Food: Gumbo
Churchill's Fine Teas: Spiced Chai Fruit Mate
Colonel De Gourmet Herbs & Spices: Cajun Red Beans and Rice (w/ complimentary bead necklace!)
Dat’s Ole School Cookin’: Cajun Catfish Nuggets with Cajun Coleslaw and/or New Orleans Mac N’ Cheese
Dean's Mediterranean Imports: Spicy Cajun Cashews
Dojo Gelato: Your Choice of Gelato
Eckerlin Meats: Masking of Rous-ful Gumbolaya
Eli's BBQ - Jalapeno Cheddar Grits
Eliza Jane’s BakeShop: Bananas Foster Cake
The Empanadas Box: Jambalaya Empanada
French Crust Cafe and Bistro: Pecan Praline
Gibbs Cheese: King Cake Fudge
Gramma Debbie’s Kitchen: Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage and Argentinian Shrimp
Harmony Plant Fare: Muffaletta Sandwich Square
Jane’s: Swamp Tour Cocktail
Juniper Seed: Vegan Boudin Balls
Madeira Bakery - Mardi Gras Macarons, Mini Quiche and/or Mini Fruit Tart
Makers Bakers Co.: King Cake, Muffaletta Sandwich and/or Beignet
Mama Made It: Andouille Sausage & Corn Bake
Neil Luken Meats: Tasso Potato Salad w/ Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
OTR Bagel Bar: Cinnamon Crunch and/or Fruity Pebble Bagel with Plain Cream Cheese
Pet Wants: Mardi Gras Dog Cookie
The Rhined: Spicy Cajun Cheese Dip
Roth Produce: Gracie’s Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels, Cake Puck, and/or Cookie
Sabor Alaniz: Flan, Chicken Taquitos, and/or Chicken Tamales
SKT Ceramics: Mardi Gras Mini Print
Taste of Belgium: Orange Cranberry Mini Waffle with Whip
uGOgelato: Peanut Butter Chip Gelato and/or Orange Sorbetto (vegan)
Refund Policy
Please note that payments are non-refundable and will be gratefully accepted as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution directly supports vital food access and food entrepreneurship initiatives in our community.
Sharpen your knife skills with a class taught by experienced industry professionals! This class will teach you how to safely and efficiently handle your knives while cooking as well as clean and care for them to maximize their lifespan. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with knives, making a series of different cuts, both classic and practical, and leave the class ready to level up your home cooking. This class is taught by Jordon Kuhn, Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the Corporation for Findlay Market, and Hannah Luken, owner of Artichoke.
Tickets are $70 each, or $120 for couples, and include one drink ticket from Jane’s and light refreshments from Dean’s Mediterranean Imports.
All vegetables prepped during the class will be donated to a local food bank.
Grab your sweetie and head to the Market for our Sweet & Savory Stroll! You can work your way down a list of participating Merchants who will highlight the beautiful balance between sweet and savory in their one-of-a-kind samples. Thank you to Sonder Brewing for sponsoring this event!
Tasting event tickets are sold in bundles. One ticket = one sample. Tickets are 8 for $20, or 18 for $40.
The Arepa Place - Mini Heart-Shaped Arepa
Artichoke - Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies and/or Savory Mini Pie Bites
Babushka Pierogi - Blueberry & Sweet Cheese Pierogi
BanaSun Smoothie Bar - Cocoa Smoothie topped with Strawberries
Barlion’s Seafood & Poultry - Tuna Meatball
Bee Haven - 5 Honey Straws
Bouchard’s Pasta - Spaghetti & Meatballs and/or Tiramisu
Chai For - Traditional Indian Style Chai made with All-Natural Sugarcane
Chamaele - Honey Straws and/or Honey Pops
Churchill's Fine Teas - Manuka Magic Black Tea
Dat’s Ole School Cookin’ - Vegan Bourbon Peach Cobbler and
Gluten Free Cajun Shrimp Scampi or Shrimp and Grits
Dean's Mediterranean Imports - Mini Samosas and/or Mini Apple Chai Dumplings
Dojo Gelato - Your Choice of Gelato
Eckerlin Meats - Beef Bourguignon
Eli’s BBQ - Lemon Bar topped with Pink Sugar Seasoning
Eliza Jane’s Bakeshop - Mini Chocolate Strawberry Tartlet & Mini Raspberry Lemon Tartlet
French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Heart-Shaped Chocolates
Gibbs Cheese - Caramel Sea Salt Fudge
Gramma Debbie’s Kitchen - Flyin’ Hawaiian Meatballs
Happy Pies - Pie Bites
Harmony Plant Fare - French Onion Grilled Cheese
Henry’s Betta Goetta - Breakfast Fried Rice w/ Maple Syrup
Jane's - Seaside Choir Cocktail: Five Stories Coconut Rum, Pandan, Golden Coconut Milk, Cinnamon, Pineapple, Lime
Joyously Sweet - Cupcake Sample Bouquet
Juniper Seed - Your Choice of Toast Duos
Madeira Bakery - Savory Herb & Cheese Danish, Honey-Glazed Bacon Croissant,
and/or Mini Cheesecake Bite w/ Salted Caramel
Makers Bakers Co. - “That’s Amore” Sandwich: Prosciutto, Mozzarella, and Balsamic on house-made Focaccia and/or Bourbon Caramel Banana Pudding
Maverick Chocolate Co. - Raspberry Hot Chocolate
Neil Luken Meats - Baby Got Back Ribs
OTR Bagel Bar - Everything Bagel with Plain Cream Cheese and/or
Fruity Pebbles Bagel with Strawberry Cream Cheese
Paktli Foods - Puffed Ancient Grain Snacks with Organic Chocolate, Dried Fruit & Nuts
Pet Wants - Heart-shaped Cookies for Pups
Queen Tequenos - Churro Bites with Toppings
The Rhined - Gorgonzola Ice Cream Cones topped with Chocolate
Roth Produce - Gracie's Cake Pucks
Ruby’s Chocolates - Birthday Cake Truffles
Sabor Alaniz - Flan, Mini Chicken Tamales, and/or Chicken Taquitos
Sen by Kiki - Oyster
Sunshine Caramel Company - Sea Salt Caramel
Taste of Belgium - Cayenne Sugar Red Velvet Waffle
uGOgelato - Mixed Berries Sorbet (vegan) and/or Chili Chocolate Gelato
Everything's Jake performing at Jane's
Coloring pages
Write a Valentine to your favorite Findlay Market Merchant
Grab some props and snap a few cute pictures with your loved ones!
Find our mascot, Tommy the Tomato, at a participating Merchant's stand and bring it back to the ticket tent for a prize!
Celebrate love this Valentine's Day with the chance to win all the things you love most about Findlay Market! This Valentine's themed basket features items from your favorite Findlay Market Merchants. This basket is valued at over $250!
The raffle prize will include the following items:
Bee Haven: Honey, Candle & Matches, $10 Gift Card
Bottle of SIMI Pinot Noir
Cherbourg Cyprus: $15 Gift Card
French Crust Cafe & Bistro: $25 Gift Card
Gia & the Blooms: Small Bouquet
Pho Lang Thang: $50 Gift Card
Ruby's Chocolates: $25 Gift Card
The Rhined: $25 Gift Card
Taste of Belgium: 2 packs of Red Velvet Waffles
Tickets are $10 each, or 4 for $30. The winner will be drawn and notified on Monday, February 17.
Refund Policy:
Please note that payments are non-refundable and will be gratefully accepted as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution directly supports vital food access and food entrepreneurship initiatives in our community.
Grab your loved one and head to the Market for our special Valentine's Day Tasting Tour! We'll dive into the history of the Market, and stop here and there for delicious dishes and drinks from Market Merchants. Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour. There are only 12 tickets available for this tour - buy yours today!
Eliza Jane's BakeShop: Choice of Cupcake Flavor: Chocolate Raspberry, Lemon Meringue, Peach Cobbler, Floral Vanilla, Floral Chocolate
French Crust Cafe & Bistro: Heart or Rose-Shaped Chocolates
Maverick Chocolate Co.: Strawberries & Cream Truffle
Sen by Kiki: One Oyster
Taste of Belgium: Red Velvet Waffle topped with Whipped Cream & Sprinkles
Findlay Learn's Food Business Workshops connect budding entrepreneurs with actionable insights and impactful resources. These stand-alone sessions empower entrepreneurs with practical knowledge and tools to build effective business operations. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your venture, our workshops cater to all stages of business development. Join us to explore the intricacies of food entrepreneurship and gain the skills needed to navigate the challenges of the food industry.
This iPhone Photography Workshop for food businesses will cover the following:
Using what you've got: Mastering the camera on your iPhone
Composition and lighting: How to make your food stand out
Post-production: Editing your images using Camera and additional apps
Content strategy: What to post and what to avoid
This workshop encourages participants to bring a dish or object to photograph, an iPhone, and enough storage space to take lots of photos! After registration, you will receive instructions to download the free apps needed for the workshop. We’ll reach out with details to ensure you’re prepared and ready to make the most of the session!
Tickets are $15.
About Erin Matulis (Instructor): Erin Matulis has been with the Corporation for Findlay Market for six years and currently serves as the Director of Marketing. In this role, she oversees all marketing, data analytics, communications, branding, public relations, special events, programming, and design for Findlay Market and its programs. As the Market’s first full-time graphic designer in 2018, Erin played a key role in elevating Findlay Market’s brand, from building out Market websites to creating original event branding and improving wayfinding.
With over a decade of photography experience—starting in film and later transitioning to digital—Erin has developed a versatile approach, capturing everything from food and family to lifestyle and events. Minoring in photography in college and as a social media content creator for Findlay Market, she believes in empowering others to use the tools at their fingertips. Beyond her role at Findlay Market, Erin runs a photography business (@erinmatulisphotography), showcasing her passion for capturing life’s moments. Her expertise in photography, videography, and marketing has significantly enhanced Findlay Market's social media presence. In her current role, she leads a talented team, driving data-driven marketing strategies and maintaining a high standard of excellence in all external communications.
