CINCINNATI — Summer is around the corner, and Cincinnati Parks is ready to provide families with some fun. 

This summer, the riverfront will host more than 40 live music events, which are free to the public. There's also a car show, fireworks, food and much more. 

Here's what to look forward to: 

Stereo 25 DJ Fest: May 31 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

  • Join the riverfront for a celebration of DJs and electronic music

All-American Birthday Bash: July 5 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

  • There will be a showcase of American cars, live music and more

On Point Music Festival: Aug. 1 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Aug. 2 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

  • Bands from around Cincinnati come together for a weekend of music, but there will also be a roller rink, beach volleyball and a pickleball tournament

Gettin' to the Point

Local bands take over the Schott Amphitheater at Sawyer Point this summer for a concert series. Here's a line up of the acts:

  • May 23 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Dead Humor / The Dreaded Mids
  • June 6 from 7 p.m.-to 10 p.m.: Jake Speed and the Freddies
  • June 20 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Tweens / The Tangees
  • July 11 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: The Foles / Moonshine Drive
  • July 25 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Anno / Fast Travel

Rockin’ The Roebling

This is another concert series for Thursday nights that aims to bring together diverse genders and a lively atmosphere starting May 15 through Aug. 28, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Here's the lineup:

  • May 15: Floyd and the Walkman
  • May 22: Noah Smith
  • May 29: This Must be the Party with Reilly and Sons
  • June 5: Naked Karate Girls
  • June 13: Noah Wotherspoon
  • June 19: Ernie Johnson from Detroit
  • June 26: Zack Attack
  • July 3: Natural Progression
  • July 10: DV8
  • July 17: July for Kings
  • July 24: Run Katie Run
  • July 31: School of Rock
  • Aug. 7: The Menus
  • Aug. 14: Buzz Bins
  • Aug. 28 Cassette Junkies
  • Sept. 4: Monkey's Uncle

Music at the Esplanade

This concert series takes place every Saturday at the Smale Riverfront Park at the Castellini Esplanade from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. starting June 7 through Aug. 30. Here's the lineup:

  • June 7: Temani
  • June 14: Alex Schefft
  • June 21: Tracy Walker
  • June 28: The Sweet Peas
  • July 5: Chris Caporale
  • July 12:: Dave Cahill
  • July 19: Acoustic Abuse
  • July 26: Push Play
  • Aug. 9: Jubilee O'Connor
  • Aug. 16: Knowrules
  • Aug. 23: The Foles
  • Aug. 30: Vudu Childe