Circuit Breaker
Looking for a quick break, a snack, and a drink while enjoying BLINK?
There’s a bunch of places you can do just that…for free!
Check out our list below for some of the spots where you can rest, refresh, and recharge (your phone!).
BLINK IN THE BALLROOM
Music played on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ while sipping on a cocktail? Wer’re in!
Presented by Friends of Music Hall and Cincinnati Arts Association, BLINK in the Ballroom, runs Oct. 13 to 16, 7 to 10 p.m. Acclaimed theater organist Trent Sims will playing a medley of new and classic songs on the 1927 Mighty Wurlitzer Organ each night in the Music Hall Ballroom. Guests can also see the remarkable Music Hall model made with botanical materials by Applied Imagination from Alexandria, Ky., which will be included in the Krohn Conservatory’s holiday exhibit.
During the day, Music Hall will offer tours (Oct. 14 and 15 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Oct. 16 at noon). Tour tickets are required.
BLINK in the Ballroom is free and open to the public. Concessions will be available for purchase. Restrooms will be open.
FINDLAY MARKET
A feast for all your senses. There’s a ton to see and do here!
During BLINK, the Findlay Market Zone will be feast for the eyes (and stomach) with dozens of murals, light projection mappings, along with food to enjoy. Explore the vibrant Outdoor Night Market, with food and drink specials from storefronts, bars, and more.
See the Outdoor Market lineup for more.
BLINK AT BRAXTON
Don’t forget the BLINK fun in NKY!
BLINK is back in Covington. Braxton Brewing Company will have two installations, but you can also grab a beer (of course!) and check out the views of the other works from their rooftop.
The Lift One to Light in the Lumen Lounge will be in front of Braxton, with an inflatable, illuminated bar on Seventh Street, complete with experiential music and seating. On the roof, you can experience the Glowing Garden.
On Thursday, The Loft on Braxton's second floor welcomes NKY Pride Center for a BLINK Drag show.
BLINK AT THE CAC
Rest, refresh, and shop!
Stop by the CAC during your BLINK adventures! While the facade will be illuminated and animated by the brilliant minds at Lightborne, the CAC’s Lobby, Lower Level, and 2nd Floor Galleries will be open during.
Enjoy a cash bars, use their restrooms, and see two of their current exhibitions, Images on which to build, 1970s-1990s and Baseera Khan Weight On History.
On Saturday, Oct. 15, from 6–10 p.m., Market Bleu, a quarterly event showcasing artisan handmade products, takes over the CAC Lobby. Enjoy shopping along with treats from Fausto at the CAC amidst the energetic entertainment of BLINK.
HARD ROCK CASINO
Black Jack and burgers served all weekend long!
Whether it’s before the lights go on or after BLINK has gone dark, head to Hard Rock Cincinnati for drinks, dinner, and fun, plus the chance to recharge your phone while you’re doing all that! You’ll need it for all those Instagram-able pics you’re taking.
The Hard Rock Cafe, home of its legendary burger, is open until midnight, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to midnight.
YouYu has Asian-inspired street food, with a late-night menu of savory broths and noodles, sushi, and more. Don’t miss their coconut buns – a yummy, sweet treat, day or night.
The restaurant is open, 5 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Pm, Friday - Saturday, 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Looking for a classic, late-night slice? Brick’d Pizza offers real Neapolitan pizza cooked in a brick oven, over fire. This chef-led pizzeria also offers pastas and sandwiches. Find great dishes from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Sunday.
AGAR
Artists battle it out in Secret Walls
One of the coolest parts of an already cool event is Secret Walls.
This competition between muralists in town for BLINK will be held at AGAR, 1205 Walnut St., on Friday, Oct. 14, from 8 to 11 p.m.
The artists competing are Jason Alghussein, The Cats Eye Art, Chris Caudill, Chroma Projects, DEVI, Dye Brothers, Danny Gamble, LAmour Supreme, Tenzing, Michael Thompson, and Jenny Roesel Ustick.