The Farmer Music Center Unveils New Renderings

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:37 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

Cincinnati's next music venue will sit adjacent to Riverbend Music Center.

One of many new renderings unveiled today for The Farmer Music Center in Cincinnati. Photo provided.

CINCINNATI - The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and Music & Event Management, Inc. (MEMI) today unveiled renderings for The Farmer Music Center.

The highly anticipated, state-of-the-art music and entertainment venue is 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.

DESIGN

The Farmer Music Center will welcome 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. The innovative vertical design creates better sightlines, cleaner sound and a layout that brings all fans closer to the on-stage action.

AMENITIES

More than 300,000 square feet of concourse and club space will give fans room to gather, grab a drink and soak in the atmosphere before the lights go down. With 25 full-service bars and concession stands offering elevated food and beverage options spread across three levels, supplanted by multiple grab-and-go kiosks, the offerings will maximize every fan's ideal concert experience.

“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.”

PREMIUM SPACES

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.

For more information, visit The Farmer Music Center