Bockfest, Wine Fest and others plan for fun amid pandemic The status of many big annual events around the Tri-State remains uncertain due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but some are trying to move forward. and last updated 2021-02-17 14:14:57-05 The status of many big annual events around the Tri-State remains uncertain due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but at least two late-winter events have pivoted to keep their celebrations going. Check the status of those two events, along with a few others, below: Bockfest: March 5-7. Virtual. Bockfest was the last major community celebration to be held in Cincinnati before coronavirus restrictions were put in place last year. Organizers said that this year's Bockfest will be mostly virtual with swag bags that include an official t-shirt, pint glass and a six-pack of select Bock beers. For those who feel comfortable enough to go out, organizers also partnered with a few local bars that also will offer select Bock beer specials. www.bockfest.com.