Cincinnati’s Music Legacy Takes Center Stage During CMF Weekend
- Cincinnati Music Festival
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The city’s music legacy continues.
During Cincinnati Music Festival weekend, the spotlight extends beyond the stadium as the award winning Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame returns for its Annual Induction Ceremony Homecoming Edition on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Taking place along the riverfront at the Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame, this celebration honors the artists, culture, and history that continue to shape Black music across generations. This year’s ceremony invites guests to show up in ALL WHITE for an unforgettable evening centered around legacy, community, and sound.
Founded through the vision and leadership of Hamilton County Commission Vice President Alicia Reece, the Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame has become one of the city’s most meaningful cultural destinations and a powerful tribute to Black musical excellence.
Whether you’re visiting for CMF weekend or calling Cincinnati home, this is another moment that reminds us why the city continues to stand at the center of music culture.
Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame
190 W Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Saturday, July 25, 2026
FREE and open to the public
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