CINCINNATI, OH (January 21, 2026)—The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and Music & Event Management, Inc. (MEMI) today unveiled exciting new updates including visuals, fan experience details and economic impact information for The Farmer Music Center, the highly anticipated, state-of-the-art music and entertainment venue set to open in Spring 2027 along Cincinnati’s Ohio Riverfront.

Located on the Ohio River off Interstate 275 and adjacent to Riverbend Music Center, The Farmer Music Center will continue the area’s long-standing tradition of delivering world-class live entertainment.

Newly released renderings give music fans their clearest look so far at what’s to come, highlighting the venue’s bold vertical design. In addition, the organizations introduced The Farmer Music Center’s official logos, launched a new website, and activated social media channels, marking a major milestone as construction continues to move forward.

Over the coming year, fans will be able to follow along as the venue comes together, with regular updates, behind-the-scenes photos, and progress highlights shared through the website and across social platforms.

NEWLY UNVEILED VISUALS

Updated venue renderings: HERE
Official venue logos: HERE
Visit the new website: FarmerMusicCenter.com
Follow The Farmer Music Center:
- Facebook
- Instagram
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ELEVATED FAN EXPERIENCE

A new era for live music in Cincinnati is taking shape. As The Farmer Music Center comes into view, it’s clear this isn’t just another venue—it’s a thoughtful reimagining of what a great concert night should be. Designed from the start with fans and artists at the center, the state-of-the-art amphitheater is built to change how audiences see, hear, and truly connect with live music.

The venue’s innovative vertical design creates better sightlines, cleaner sound, and a layout that feels intuitive and welcoming. No matter where you’re standing or sitting, the goal is the same: bring fans closer to the stage and closer to the moment. It’s a balance of scale and intimacy that works just as well for artists as it does for the people in the crowd.

The Farmer Music Center will welcome up to 20,000 guests, offering 8,000 reserved seats along with a 12,000-capacity general admission synthetic lawn. From covered seating to open-air views, fans will have options that fit how they like to enjoy a show.

More than 300,000 square feet of concourse and club space will give guests room to gather, grab a drink, and soak in the atmosphere before the lights go down—and long after the music starts. Throughout the venue, elevated food and beverage options will be easy to find, with 25 full-service bars and concession stands spread across three levels, plus multiple grab-and-go kiosks designed to keep lines moving.

Fans looking to take their night up a notch will find four distinct premium club spaces and two levels of box suites, offering added comfort and exclusive amenities. Whether it’s all summer long or a night out, these spaces are built with the ultimate premium experience in mind.

Built for today’s music fans and with an eye toward what’s next, The Farmer Music Center is set to become one of Cincinnati’s premier destinations for live entertainment—where smart design, great amenities, and unforgettable performances come together.

“This is a meaningful step forward for the project and for the future of live music in Southwest Ohio,” said CSO President & CEO Robert McGrath. “These updates give the community its clearest view yet of what will be the most innovative venue design in the region, one built to put artists and audiences at the center of every performance, while strengthening our ongoing commitment to the region’s cultural and economic vitality.”

The Farmer Music Center is named in recognition of a transformative $60 million gift from the Farmer Family Foundation, marking one of the most significant philanthropic investments in the arts in Cincinnati’s history.

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