What is it?

A free festival focusing on health & wellness.

Where is it?

The Banks on Freedom Way & 2nd Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.

When is it?

Friday 9/22 & Saturday 9/23, 11am-7pm.

What is it?

A free festival focusing on health & wellness.

Where is it?

The Banks on Freedom Way & 2nd Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.

When is it?

Friday 9/22 & Saturday 9/23, 11am-7pm.

Friday’s Events

9:30am-10:30am EST at Gatorade stage

Kroger Wellness Workout

Kickoff the 2023 Kroger Wellness Festival by working out with Kroger associates.

9:30am-10:30am EST at Gatorade stage

Kroger Wellness Workout

Kickoff the 2023 Kroger Wellness Festival by working out with Kroger associates.

8:30am-10:30am EST at Kenvue stage

Kroger Associate Bag-Off Competition

Kroger associates compete to determine the best bagger of 2023, led by Kroger Chairman + CEO Rodney McMullen.

8:30am-10:30am EST at Kenvue stage

Kroger Associate Bag-Off Competition

Kroger associates compete to determine the best bagger of 2023, led by Kroger Chairman + CEO Rodney McMullen.

11:00am-11:30am EST at Gatorade stage

Primal Movement

This primal model of optimal human health and fitness moves our bodies in patterns that nature intended during exercises.

11:00am-11:30am EST at Gatorade stage

Primal Movement

This primal model of optimal human health and fitness moves our bodies in patterns that nature intended during exercises.

11:00am-11:30am EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Nostalgic Meals That Heal

Learn how to make the ultimate comfort meal inspired by the original Campbell’s Cookbook and Laura’s Lean.

11:00am-11:30am EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Nostalgic Meals That Heal

Learn how to make the ultimate comfort meal inspired by the original Campbell’s Cookbook and Laura’s Lean.

11:15am-12:00pm EST at American Greetings stage

Future of Workforce

The employer landscape is drastically evolving- explore the future with experts.

11:15am-12:00pm EST at American Greetings stage

Future of Workforce

The employer landscape is drastically evolving- explore the future with experts.

11:30am-12:15pm EST at Saratoga stage

Live Music

Live music with Stone & Snow Acoustic Duo

11:30am-12:15pm EST at Saratoga stage

Live Music

Live music with Stone & Snow Acoustic Duo

11:45am-12:15pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Downloading Your Health

Explore how Kroger technologies are supporting your whole-self wellness.

11:45am-12:15pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Downloading Your Health

Explore how Kroger technologies are supporting your whole-self wellness.

12:15pm-12:45pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Culinary Creator Challenge

Chef Christian Gill leads two chefs in making Cincinnati recipes with a healthy, surprise twist!

12:15pm-12:45pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Culinary Creator Challenge

Chef Christian Gill leads two chefs in making Cincinnati recipes with a healthy, surprise twist!

12:30pm -1:15pm EST at Gatorade stage

Tennis champion and entrepreneur, Venus Williams, will also make an appearance presented by PepsiCo.

With seven Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon championships and four Olympic gold medals, Williams is arguably one of the most accomplished and inspiring women in the history of sports. Off the court, she has parlayed her fine-tuned business acumen with her healthy competitive spirit into multiple successful entrepreneurial pursuits.

Join Venus Williams for a fireside chat with themes around resiliency and parallels between being a female athlete and becoming a female founder.

12:30pm -1:15pm EST at Gatorade stage

Tennis champion and entrepreneur, Venus Williams, will also make an appearance presented by PepsiCo.

With seven Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon championships and four Olympic gold medals, Williams is arguably one of the most accomplished and inspiring women in the history of sports. Off the court, she has parlayed her fine-tuned business acumen with her healthy competitive spirit into multiple successful entrepreneurial pursuits.

Join Venus Williams for a fireside chat with themes around resiliency and parallels between being a female athlete and becoming a female founder.

12:30pm -1:00pm EST at American Greetings stage

Perfect 10 Posture

In a tech-centric age, our bodies are evolving, creating many ergonomic challenges. Learn quick deskside tips to implement in your daily routine.

12:30pm -1:00pm EST at American Greetings stage

Perfect 10 Posture

In a tech-centric age, our bodies are evolving, creating many ergonomic challenges. Learn quick deskside tips to implement in your daily routine.

1:15pm-1:45pm EST at Kenvue stage

Mouthing Off

Good oral hygiene is the biggest indicator of overall health. Learn about exciting advancements from experts!

1:15pm-1:45pm EST at Kenvue stage

Mouthing Off

Good oral hygiene is the biggest indicator of overall health. Learn about exciting advancements from experts!

1:15pm-2:00pm EST at Saratoga stage

Digital Detox

Explore the power of unplugging to recharge your mind, body and soul with mindfulness and intentionality.

1:15pm-2:00pm EST at Saratoga stage

Digital Detox

Explore the power of unplugging to recharge your mind, body and soul with mindfulness and intentionality.

1:30pm-2:00pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Bearcats Basketball Blitz!

Learn basketball fundamentals, mindset and competitive spirit from the Cincinnati Bearcats, led by coach and player Alex Meacham.

1:30pm-2:00pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Bearcats Basketball Blitz!

Learn basketball fundamentals, mindset and competitive spirit from the Cincinnati Bearcats, led by coach and player Alex Meacham.

1:45pm-2:15pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Kroger x PepsiCo Hunger Action Day Cookoff

Kroger and PepsiCo face off for Hunger Action Day with climate-conscious frozen foods.

1:45pm-2:15pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Kroger x PepsiCo Hunger Action Day Cookoff

Kroger and PepsiCo face off for Hunger Action Day with climate-conscious frozen foods.

2:00pm-2:45pm EST at American Greetings stage

Youth Mental Health

Mental health is at a critical impasse- learn more about how experts and communities are partnering to support mental health, combat opioid misuse and lead for a brighter future.

2:00pm-2:45pm EST at American Greetings stage

Youth Mental Health

Mental health is at a critical impasse- learn more about how experts and communities are partnering to support mental health, combat opioid misuse and lead for a brighter future.

2:15pm-3:00pm EST at Gatorade stage

Creative is a Musical

Join a creative workshop aimed at increasing dopamine and reducing cortisol levels.

2:15pm-3:00pm EST at Gatorade stage

Creative is a Musical

Join a creative workshop aimed at increasing dopamine and reducing cortisol levels.

2:30pm-3:15pm EST at Kenvue stage

Live Music

Live music with Tracy Waker Trio

2:30pm-3:15pm EST at Kenvue stage

Live Music

Live music with Tracy Waker Trio

2:45pm-3:30pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Elevate Mind and Body: Establishing Goals and Fostering Discipline In Your Everyday

Alex Touissaint marries his personal passion for fitness with his military background’s rigor in discipline and routine through a fireside chat focused on “Establishing Goals and Fostering Discipline In Your Everyday.”

2:45pm-3:30pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Elevate Mind and Body: Establishing Goals and Fostering Discipline In Your Everyday

Alex Touissaint marries his personal passion for fitness with his military background’s rigor in discipline and routine through a fireside chat focused on “Establishing Goals and Fostering Discipline In Your Everyday.”

2:45pm-3:30pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Food As Medicine

At Kroger, we believe Food as Medicine means a dedicated, educated and personalized approach to eating and enjoying food, so we can live healthier lives and prevent illness before it starts.

2:45pm-3:30pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Food As Medicine

At Kroger, we believe Food as Medicine means a dedicated, educated and personalized approach to eating and enjoying food, so we can live healthier lives and prevent illness before it starts.

3:00pm-3:30pm EST at Saratoga stage

Embracing Empty Nesting

When the kiddos fly the coop, new found freedom can fuel a well lifestyle!

3:00pm-3:30pm EST at Saratoga stage

Embracing Empty Nesting

When the kiddos fly the coop, new found freedom can fuel a well lifestyle!

3:45pm-4:15pm EST at Gatorade stage

Dip Fashion Show

Check out DIP Clothing's latest line, as modeled by Kroger Wellness 180° Champions!

3:45pm-4:15pm EST at Gatorade stage

Dip Fashion Show

Check out DIP Clothing's latest line, as modeled by Kroger Wellness 180° Champions!

4:00pm-4:30pm EST at American Greetings stage

Biohacking Recovery

Accelerate the impact of renewal, restoration and recovery for families through science and self-experimentation.

4:00pm-4:30pm EST at American Greetings stage

Biohacking Recovery

Accelerate the impact of renewal, restoration and recovery for families through science and self-experimentation.

4:15pm-5:00pm EST at Kenvue stage

Working It Out with Amanda Kloots

Join Amanda Kloots, American television personality, dancer, actress and fitness instructor for an empowering HIIT workout!

4:15pm-5:00pm EST at Kenvue stage

Working It Out with Amanda Kloots

Join Amanda Kloots, American television personality, dancer, actress and fitness instructor for an empowering HIIT workout!

4:30pm-5:00pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Game Day Dips!

Get game day ready with Campbell’s signature buffalo chicken dip!

4:30pm-5:00pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Game Day Dips!

Get game day ready with Campbell’s signature buffalo chicken dip!

4:30pm-5:15pm EST at Saratoga stage

Live Performance

Live Performance

4:30pm-5:15pm EST at Saratoga stage

Live Performance

Live Performance

5:00pm-6:30pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Barenaked Ladies

Over the course of 35 years, the Toronto quartet has sold 15 million records worldwide and built up an arsenal of hits such as "If I Had $1,000,000," "One Week," "Pinch Me" and "The Big Bang Theory Theme." Widely acknowledged as one of the best live acts on the planet, BNL has hosted a cruise, had its own ice cream flavor, won eight JUNO Awards, and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018. The band is currently releasing new material from their forthcoming 18th studio album due out in September 2023.

5:00pm-6:30pm EST at BODYARMOR stage

Barenaked Ladies

Over the course of 35 years, the Toronto quartet has sold 15 million records worldwide and built up an arsenal of hits such as "If I Had $1,000,000," "One Week," "Pinch Me" and "The Big Bang Theory Theme." Widely acknowledged as one of the best live acts on the planet, BNL has hosted a cruise, had its own ice cream flavor, won eight JUNO Awards, and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018. The band is currently releasing new material from their forthcoming 18th studio album due out in September 2023.

6:00pm-7:00pm EST at Kenvue stage

Silent Disco

Silent Disco

6:00pm-7:00pm EST at Kenvue stage

Silent Disco

Silent Disco

6:00pm-6:30pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Mushroom Stacking

Learn how mushrooms are making their way into coffees, food and supplements to support mental and physical health.

6:00pm-6:30pm EST at Campbell's Food As Medicine stage

Mushroom Stacking

Learn how mushrooms are making their way into coffees, food and supplements to support mental and physical health.

6:15pm-7:00pm EST at American Greetings stage

Live Music

Live music with Mojo Blues Cats

6:15pm-7:00pm EST at American Greetings stage

Live Music

Live music with Mojo Blues Cats

6:15pm-7:00pm EST at Saratoga stage

Dealing with Divorce

Divorce can be difficult, but for some, an often necessary step towards life fulfillment and happiness.

6:15pm-7:00pm EST at Saratoga stage

Dealing with Divorce

Divorce can be difficult, but for some, an often necessary step towards life fulfillment and happiness.

6:30pm-7:00pm EST at Gatorade stage

Astrology, Energy + Awakening

The stars are aligning- learn the basics of astrology, energy channeling and more!

6:30pm-7:00pm EST at Gatorade stage

Astrology, Energy + Awakening

The stars are aligning- learn the basics of astrology, energy channeling and more!

2023 Wellness Festival Map

The Kroger Wellness Festival spans over 6 city blocks in downtown Cincinnati. We concentrate our featured events across 5 large stages, each brought to you by our 2023 sponsors. Download a copy of the festival map. Then, get ready to experience exciting events and interact with our amazing vendors, all while feeding your mind, body and spirit.

Information Last Updated: 08/31/2023 at 8:00am EST

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