CINCINNATI — It's almost Labor Day weekend, which marks the return of Riverfest and the annual Western & Southern/WEBN Fireworks show.

While the 49th annual fireworks display kicks off at 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 31, residents in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will flock to the river much earlier for the day's festivities.

When should you go?

Riverfest officially kicks off at 3 p.m. at Yeatman's Cove in Cincinnati. You won't be able to put down your tarp or blanket any time before that.

Officials on both sides of the river said to get where you want to go before 6 p.m., when bridges and roads begin to close.

What can't you bring?

Weapons (including knives, pepper spray, explosives and more)

Large bags, framed backpacks and luggage

Outside food and beverages (an empty water bottle is O

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