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About Stage Forty-Three

Welcome to Riverfront Live, the revitalized riverfront concert venue formerly known as Stage Forty-Three and Annie’s Riverside Saloon. Located at 4343 Kellogg Avenue in Cincinnati, OH, this multifaceted venue blends high-production indoor spaces with an expansive outdoor pavilion. Whether you’re catching touring acts or local festivals, Riverfront Live offers flexible configurations to suit every show and a straightforward ticket experience.

We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you plan a smooth night out on the Cincinnati riverfront.

Venue details to know before you go: Riverfront Live accommodates roughly 1,200–1,300 seats indoors, with a total capacity around 3,500 depending on the event setup. Seating configurations can include general admission floor and mezzanine-style options, with multiple layouts per show. On-site parking provides 1,000+ spaces for easy access. Public transit options, including Cincinnati Metro buses near Kellogg Avenue and the Cincinnati Streetcar Connector serving The Banks, offer convenient alternatives to driving. The Riverfront Transit Center supports event buses for larger crowds.

Nearby accommodations and dining are available through affiliate partners. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites has partnered with Riverfront Live for convenient stays close to the venue. After the show, explore nearby restaurants and bars to keep the night going without straying far from the riverfront.

Notable past and current events bring a mix of touring acts and regional showcases. From acclaimed performers like Rakim and Flosstradamus to genre-spanning Cincinnati Guitar Fest, Riverfront Live continues the legacy of its predecessor stages such as Annie’s Riverside Saloon, adapting to modern production while keeping the riverfront spirit alive. If you’re seeking a straightforward, reliable ticket and night-out experience, consider Riverfront Live your go-to on the Cincinnati waterfront.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name and address: Riverfront Live, 4343 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45226.
  • Former names: Annie’s Riverside Saloon (address shown as Annie’s in historical records) and Stage Forty-Three (before rebranding to Riverfront Live).
  • Venue type: riverfront nightlife concert venue with high production value, featuring indoor space plus an outdoor pavilion.
  • Parking: on-site parking with over 1,000 spaces.
  • Capacity/seating: indoor seating roughly 1,200–1,300; overall capacity around 3,500 depending on configuration.
  • Seating chart: configurations include general admission floor and mezzanine-style seating/options; multiple layouts exist per event.
  • Transit: accessible by car; nearby public transit options include Cincinnati Metro bus lines near Kellogg Ave, and the Cincinnati Streetcar (Connector) serving The Banks area; Riverfront Transit Center supports event buses.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express & Suites partnered with Riverfront Live for nearby accommodations.
  • Notable events: hosts touring acts (Rakim, Flosstradamus, etc.) and the Cincinnati Guitar Fest; historically Annie’s hosted bands like Days of the New and Sponge before rebranding.
  • Renaming/demolition note: Stage Forty-Three was renamed Riverfront Live after 2018; the venue is not demolished.