Press Room




Apr 17, 2008
Habanero Latin American Fare Expanding to Newport on the Levee
Fast-casual Mexican restaurant with Latin influences.
Mar 03, 2008
Unique Specialty Shop - Tala's Distant Treasures - to Open at Newport on the Levee
This unique shop will sell a variety of handcrafted shawls, handbags, jewelry, natural Dead Sea products, furniture, candles and much more from many countries including India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Jordan, and Peru.
Jan 15, 2008
Newport Aquarium one of only two institutions in US to breed Gentoo penguins in 2007
The Newport Aquarium is proud to announce the hatching of two Gentoo penguin chicks. One chick hatched on Dec. 3, weighing 90 grams (just under 3.2 ounces).
Jan 11, 2008
Aquarium’s WAVE Foundation gives to shark, penguin and turtle organizations
’Tis the season for giving to those in need. And thanks to the generous Greater Cincinnati community, animals are getting help they need year-round.
Dec 04, 2007
Aquarium lets kids in FREE this winter with every full-price adult admission Jan. 7 – Feb. 29
Back by popular demand, Newport Aquarium’s Winter Family Days will perk up your dull winter routine.
Nov 30, 2007
Herschend Family Entertainment Acquires Controlling Interest in Newport Aquarium
Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation (HFE) today confirmed the company has joined the management and ownership of sister aquariums operated by Steiner + Associates -- Newport Aquarium in Newport, Kentucky, across the river from downtown Cincinnati, and Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey, across the river from downtown Philadelphia.
Nov 15, 2007
New "Reserve" Restaurant to Open at the Levee
Reserve Restaurant & Piano Lounge is an upscale restaurant and piano lounge that will feature a full menu and live entertainment seven nights a week.
Aug 06, 2007
Newport on the Levee Announces New Retail Tenant - Sports Depot
Sports Depot, a retail store offering a variety of sports apparel, memorabilia, souvenirs and team uniforms is located on Riverwalk Level across from Mitchell's Fish Market.
Jul 18, 2007
Pendleton Art Gallery Announces "Artists of the Gallery" Saturday Events
The Pendleton Art Gallery is excited to announce a new event for art lovers beginning this Saturday, July 21st at Newport on the Levee from 5 – 9 p.m. The “Artists of the Gallery” event will feature local artists from the Pendleton Art Gallery demonstrating their creative work while customers browse the gallery and enjoy free appetizers from various Levee restaurants.
Jun 19, 2007
First "Taste of the Levee" Fall Festival Announced
The event will feature 14 Levee eatery options showcasing each tenant’s diversity in food choice, beer booths, live music and street performer entertainment throughout the day. Each food item will cost $3 or less. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Brighton Center of Newport, Kentucky.
Jun 07, 2007
Newport on the Levee Announces It's New Addition - Pendleton Art Gallery
Newport on the Levee, the region’s premiere entertainment and dining destination, is pleased to announce the opening of their newest tenant, the Pendleton Art Gallery, which will be located on the Valet Circle between Café Istanbul and SouthView. The Pendleton Art Gallery is targeted to open early July. The Pendleton Art Gallery at Newport on the Levee is a unique gallery that will feature artwork exclusively from Pendleton Art Center artists.
May 17, 2007
Aquarium’s “Shark Fest” introduces most extensive collection of sharks in the Western Hemisphere
Sharks are everywhere during Newport Aquarium’s Shark Fest. New sharks are arriving from around the world and by Memorial Day weekend there will be more sharks here than anywhere else in this hemisphere!
May 04, 2007
Newport Aquarium announces new ballroom featuring Cuisine by Jean-Robert
Newport Aquarium has been internationally recognized for its amazing collection of exhibits and aquatic animals. Now, it is announcing the addition of a new Ballroom, CURRENTS, a 6,000-square-foot meeting, conference and special event venue scheduled to open in Fall 2007.
May 03, 2007
Exotic Food, Exotic Dancing at Cafe Istanbul
Café Istanbul takes adventure in cuisine to the next level with exotic belly dancing beginning May 4. The engaging, rhythmic entertainment will fascinate guests of all ages and enhance their dining experience at Newport on the Levee. Belly dancing will take place on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7 – 9 p.m. on the patio and inside the restaurant.
Apr 18, 2007
3rd Annual Classic Rock Art Show Returns to Newport on the Levee
92.5FM The Fox (WOFX/Cincinnati) is about to rock the art world with the third annual 92.5FM The Fox Classic Rock Art Show, May 10th – 13th at Newport on the Levee in Newport, Kentucky. The Fox will exhibit a rare collection of over 150 pieces of original art, lithographs, photographs, handwritten song lyrics and animation cels from the greatest classic rock artists of all time.
Apr 05, 2007
A New Way to “Encounter” Penguins at the Newport Aquarium
Penguin Encounters will be a 20-minute experience that will allow guests to touch the Penguins and see them up-close and personal. A new Penguin House has been constructed behind-the-scenes to provide the permanent residence for the animals and the location where the interaction will take place. Aquarium biologists will lead the experience to educate visitors and provide insight into the unique Penguin world.
Mar 29, 2007
Aquarium parties April 9 – 22 for Sweet Pea’s Birthday Celebration
It’s been a busy year for Sweet Pea, the Newport Aquarium’s female Shark Ray. Since her last birthday celebration, she’s been on national television and has welcomed her boyfriend Scooter, the male Shark Ray to the Aquarium. Now, she is part of the world’s only breeding program for Shark Rays.
Feb 28, 2007
Newport Aquarium welcome baby King penguin
The Newport Aquarium is proud to announce the birth of a baby King penguin chick. On Feb. 14, Aquarium biologists discovered a King penguin chick emerging from an egg under a nesting female.
Feb 01, 2007
Newport Aquarium launches world’s first Shark Ray Breeding Program and adds rare male Shark Ray
Efforts to save threatened aquatic animals will be helped by the Newport Aquarium’s acquisition of a rare male Shark Ray. The Newport Aquarium will be the first and only location in the Western Hemisphere to display a male and female Shark Ray pair.
Jan 31, 2007
SouthView Restaurant to Open at the Levee February 22
Eatery Features Contemporary Southern Cuisine with a Twist
Jan 02, 2007
Aquarium lets kids in FREE this winter
The winter months in Cincinnati can be cold, dreary and downright boring, but the Newport Aquarium’s Winter Family Hours can perk up your dull winter routine. From January 7th through March 4th, two kids (ages twelve and under) get in FREE with each adult paying full price.
Dec 01, 2006
Good Morning America visits Newport Aquarium to interview Scuba Santa December 4
Good Morning America correspondent Mike Barz is coming to town. He will be in Newport, Ky., to interview Newport Aquarium’s world-famous Scuba Santa who performs underwater dive shows in the Surrounded by Sharks exhibit.
Nov 08, 2006
Holiday Hoopla Returns to Shadowbox
This holiday season make your way to Shadowbox’s Holiday Hoopla, The Sketch Comedy and Rock ‘n’ Roll Club’s salute to the hustle, bustle, and chaos of the season, opening Wednesday, November 29th at Newport on the Levee!
Nov 01, 2006
Aquarium blows the competition out of the water in State Marketing Competition
Newport Aquarium received eight awards including Best of Show in the Kentucky Tourism Council 2006 Traverse Awards for Excellence in Tourism Marketing competition.
Oct 30, 2006
Café Istanbul Debuts New Chef and New Menu with a Modern Approach to Mediterranean Cuisine
Café Istanbul, the Turkish restaurant at Newport on the Levee, is introducing a new menu with a modern approach to Mediterranean cuisine, created by their new acclaimed Turkish chef, Cengiz Saraman.
Oct 06, 2006
Progressive Dinner Party
With over a dozen unique restaurants, Newport on the Levee is known for its variety of fine dining options. In order to showcase these venues, the Levee created the first Levee Progressive Dinner Party, which will take place on Tuesday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy appetizers at one restaurant, an entrée at another, and dessert at a third.
Sep 19, 2006
Aquarium Lands World-Renowned Hollywood Make-Up Artist to Kick Off Its Annual Halloween Promotion
Former Cincinnatian Ken Niederbaumer is flying in from the set of Pirates of the Caribbean III, just to be part of the Newport Aquarium’s family-friendly Halloween event, Ghosts of Pirate Cove. During one weekend of the event, Oct. 21 and 22, he will provide lessons and give instructions so guests can take their make-up and costumes to the next level.
Sep 07, 2006
askROCCO Brings Fat-Busting Boot Camps to the Levee
The askROCCO Live Boot Camp is for everyone who wants to create a fitter lifestyle. The boot camps will get you moving with fifty straight minutes of pure High Intensity Training®. The HIT training will be conducted on the Plaza between the Newport Aquarium and Mitchell’s Fish Market at the Levee with the Ohio River and Cincinnati skyline as the backdrop.
Aug 31, 2006
Mrs. Fields Celebrates Customer Appreciation with $1 Cookies and $2 Sandwiches
Proceeds to benefit the Newport Salvation Army Youth Programs
Jul 10, 2006
Jefferson Hall's Music and Business are Booming
Since opening its doors on June 1, Jefferson Hall has been THE place to be for late-night entertainment.
Jul 07, 2006
Johnny Rockets and the Cincinnati Bengals Team Up to Serve Youth of the 5th Annual NOBLE Youth Conference
Johnny Rockets at Newport on the Levee and the Cincinnati Bengals are happy to announce a partnership with the 5th Annual NOBLE (National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives) Youth Conference. On Wednesday, July 12, the Cincinnati Bengals will help take orders and serve food to the over 100 youth participating in the NOBLE Youth Conference. This lunch will give the young people a chance to interact with the Bengals and use their communication skills learned throughout the conference.
May 22, 2006
SouthView Restaurant to Open at Newport on the Levee in Early Fall
New Eatery to Feature Urban Soul Food, Specialty Drinks
May 19, 2006
Aquarium’s new Shark Central exhibit attacks misconceptions
The Newport Aquarium’s newest exhibit, Shark Central brings the experience of “touching a shark” to every one of its visitors without any of the fuss of an oxygen tank or even a wet suit. Guests can roll up their sleeves and put their hand into a touch pool filled with various species of sharks and rays.
May 08, 2006
Newport on the Levee Security Officer Saves Infant's Life
Sergeant Johnny Shea, a Newport on the Levee/Valor Security Officer is credited with saving the life of a one-year old infant this past Saturday, May 6. The 14 month old was asphyxiated and choking on a potato chip when Levee Security Officer was able to dislodge the food from the infant’s throat.
May 01, 2006
From Over the Rhine to Over the River...Jefferson Hall moves its Cincinnati-based Operation to Newport on the Levee
Newport on the Levee announced today that their newest addition to the popular leisure-time destination will be Jefferson Hall, a live music venue celebrating both local and regional entertainment artists, offering diverse genres every day of the week. The Jefferson Hall group has been based in Over-the-Rhine for the past ten years but will now be moving its operation across the river to the Levee.
Apr 19, 2006
92.5FM The Fox Classic Rock Art Show & Sale
92.5FM The Fox is about to rock the art world with the second annual 92.5FM The Fox Classic Rock Art Show, May 12 - 21 at Newport on the Levee. The Fox will exhibit a rare collection of over 150 pieces of original art, lithographs, photographs, handwritten song lyrics and animation cells from the greatest classic rock artists of all time. The show is free and open to the public during Levee hours and all of the Rock Artwork is available to purchase with a portion going to local charities.
Mar 09, 2006
Oh Baby! Another Penguin Birth at the Aquarium
The excitement continues at the Newport Aquarium: Another species of penguin successfully hatched in the Kingdom of Penguins exhibit. On Feb. 25, Aquarium biologists discovered a king penguin chick emerging from an egg under a nesting female.
Mar 08, 2006
Aquarium parties April 3 – 8 for Sweet Pea’s Birthday Celebration
Sweet Pea’s first year at the Newport Aquarium has been amazing. One of the only shark rays on display in the world, Sweet Pea has grown about 12 inches, gained nearly 15 pounds and become internationally famous.
Mar 06, 2006
Levee Bar Bounce
Newport on the Levee has announced that the popular regional entertainment and restaurant destination will offer a new and exciting After Work Party for the city’s Young Professional crowd. The Levee will introduce the “Levee Bar Bounce” on Thursday, March 30 from 5:30 p.m. to close. Four participating bars, Bar Louie, Claddagh Irish Pub, GameWorks and Jeff Ruby’s Tropicana, will feature specials, giveaways, prize contests and music throughout the evening. The event is planned to welcome spring with a festive bang.
Feb 24, 2006
Claddagh Irish Pub Plans a Huge ’06 St. Patrick’s Day Four-Day Weekend
Claddagh Irish Pub at Newport on the Levee has announced plans for a spectacular four day weekend this year celebrating one of this region’s most popular March events -- St. Patrick’s Day.
Jan 31, 2006
Cold Stone Creamery Honors Newport Cream of the Crop
The Levee's Cold Stone Creamery wins the Golden Spade Award for the second time in three years!
Jan 28, 2006
Five Nights After Five - Valentine's Weekend at the Levee
The Levee is “the date place” and Valentine’s Weekend is “the date weekend” of the year. With Valentine’s falling on Tuesday this year, the Levee has decided to celebrate for five nights.
Jan 05, 2006
Penguin Chicks Birth and Kids Free Special at the Aquarium
Two fuzzy penguin chicks born at the Newport Aquarium. Kids get in free (up to two) with a paying adult at the Newport Aquarium.
Jan 04, 2006
Polar Bear Plunge Returns to the Levee
More than 200 participants are expected to take part in the Seventh Annual Polar Bear Plunge on February 4, 2006, at Newport on the Levee. Plungers raise a minimum of $50 and take the leap into a pool that will be set up on the Riverwalk Plaza between the Newport Aquarium and Mitchell’s Fish Market. All money raised at the event will benefit Special Olympics Kentucky and Special Olympics Ohio.
Dec 29, 2005
Exciting New Cuisine Announced for Newport on the Levee
The Levee is proud to announce that Pacific Moon will join the Levee family of leisure-time choices. The new venue will be owned by Alex and Barbara Chin, the same operators who have owned Pacific Moon Café in Montgomery, Ohio for fifteen years.
Oct 30, 2005
New Men’s Boutique Concept Store at the Levee
Newport on the Levee and Skeffington’s have announced the opening of Status, a new designer-line boutique-type store for men at the Levee.
Oct 14, 2005
New YMCA-sponsored Y-Fit at the Levee
Fitness is a part of so many of our lives and the Levee has just made it even easier to schedule exercise as part of our days.




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