Attend the public art festival, BLINK at multiple venues in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky from October 8 to 11.
Started in 2017, BLINK is a biennial celebration of public art and light that spans the urban core of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. The massive four-day event features 80+ large-scale projection mappings against some of the city’s most iconic architecture, interactive light-based installations in its public spaces, and expansive murals across its buildings, all by renowned local, national, and international artists. All are welcome to Cincinnati, Ohio, to experience the magic and wonder of BLINK once again from October 8 to 11.
BLINK spans 30+ city blocks from Findlay Market in Cincinnati to Covington and Newport in Northern Kentucky. The BLINK experience is designed as a walking event and an opportunity for visitors to explore the city in a new light. The full BLINK map with all 80+ installations, experiences, hospitality and accessibility sites, and more will be released closer to the event.
The largest of its kind in the country, the festival’s mission is to nurture a sense of community, connection, and inspiration through the medium of public art. BLINK is by the artists, for the people. Executive producing partners are the Cincinnati Regional Chamber, AGAR, and the Haile Foundation.
Parking
BLINK will offer reserved parking spaces at select locations closer to the event.
Accessibility
BLINK’s Access Program for patrons with disabilities includes:
- Accessible Viewing Areas for various installations,
- Accessible Pathways to make travel from one installation to another smooth,
- Accessible Drop-Off and Pick-Up points throughout the city,
- ASL Interpreting for events and music
- A dedicated Accessible Viewing Area for the Opening Ceremony, Parade, and Drone Shows.
If you have questions, please email Accessibility Director Holly Maniatty at [email protected].
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