By: Emily Maxwell, WCPO DigitalCINCINNATI - Looking for something fun to do this weekend? 9 On Your Side has teamed up with CityBeat to give you the top nine picks.
1. Cincinnati Gorilla Run
The annual Cincinnati Gorilla Run returns this weekend, which raises money for the Mountain Gorilla Conservation Fund. For the past 27 years, the international charity has worked to save the world's remaining Mountain Gorillas and to keep Dian Fossey's dream alive.
Participants wear a full gorilla suit, which is included in the entry fee and theirs to keep, while either running, walking or riding a 5K. The event is followed by live music and a contest for the most creative gorilla costume.
Find out more here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/cincinnati-gorilla-run-returns-this-weekend) .
2. StarkBier Fest
There's good news for those who missed Cincinnati Beerfest last month. The Listermann Brewing Company is carrying on the festivities by hosting the StarkBier Fest this weekend that will only feature craft beers from local breweries.
The festival carries on the tradition of German monks from the 1700s who brewed nutritional beers that were at least 7.5 percent or higher during Lent when the monks would fast.
Organizers of the event say the atmosphere will be family friendly with live music and food.
Visit http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/starkbier-fest-2013-at-the-listermann-brewing-company for details.
3. HorrorHound Weekend returns to Sharonville
Once a year Cincinnati likes to let the freaks out — but we’re not talking about Halloween. After a 16-month absence, HorrorHound Weekend descends onto Sharonville promising vis-à-vis celebrity encounters, film screenings, burlesque performances and horror author signings. Put on your best Michael Myers mask and be prepared to meet your worst nightmare.
Cincinnati’s known for a lot of things, but now the city can add “horror cognoscenti” to its resume. Our city is home to HorrorHound Magazine and its spawn, a horror convention called HorrorHound Weekend, which is sponsored by local publishing house Samhain Publishing.
Get details on the event here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/the-horrorhound-convention-is-a-mecca-for-local-fans-of-the-genre) .
4. Easter Bunny Express in Lebanon
Hop aboard the Lebanon, Mason & Monroe Railroad’s Easter Bunny Express for a day of Easter fun. Catch the train at the Lebanon Station, and enjoy a 30-minute ride along a historic railway to the LM&M junction, where a human dressed in an Easter Bunny costume will be waiting for hugs and photo ops.
Kids can also participate in an Easter Egg Hunt at the Junction — baskets and special gifts provided.
Find out more here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/easter-bunny-express-in-lebanon) .
5. Comedian Nick Vatterott at Go Bananas
Comedian Nick Vatterott’s humor borders on silly at times, but it’s also sharp and full of unexpected turns. He often acts out his jokes with improv-like physicality.
The physical aspect of his set isn’t surprising, given his background as a member of Chicago’s famed Second City as well as his own sketch troop called Heavyweight. It’s also not surprising that in 2008 he was named Funniest Man in Chicago before leaving his hometown for New York City.
He performs onstage at Go Bananas in Montgomery through Sunday. Find out more here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/comedy-nick-vatterott-at-go-bananas) .
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