Ohio Goes to the Movies: America 250 Commemoration

Ohio Goes to the Movies invites you to explore the people, places and stories that put Ohio on the big screen, with free, ticketed screenings happening across the Cincinnati region. This America 250-Ohio Signature Event runs from mid-February through October 2026, offering about 250 days of films that spotlight Ohioans in front of and behind the camera. You'll find everything from Hollywood classics and modern blockbusters to independent movies and rare archival footage, each with a unique Ohio connection. In the Cincinnati area, audiences can enjoy screenings at local theaters, museums and outdoor venues, celebrating icons like Steven Spielberg, Doris Day, Ruby Dee and Ed O'Neill, along with films made and set in Ohio. Secure your tickets, check local showtimes and discover why Ohio continues to be a star of the silver screen. February 2026 Feb. 15, 1 p.m., Kenwood Theatre (5901 E Galbraith Rd.) - "Boy, Did I Get a Wrong Number" (stars Bob Hope of Cleveland and Phyllis Diller of Lima). March 2026 March 1, 4 p.m., Cinemark Western Hills 14 (5870 Harrison Ave.) - "A.I. Artificial Intelligence" (written, directed, and produced by Steven Spielberg of Cincinnati). March 1, 4 p.m., Cinemark Oakley Station and XD (3025 Disney St.) - "The Color Purple" (directed by Steven Spielberg of Cincinnati). March 25, 6 p.m., Miami Historical Society of Whitewater Township (7998 Main St.) - "History in Your Own Backyard - Miamitown Videos" (filmed in Ohio; di