Cincinnati Auto Expo returns to Duke Energy Center Charlie Howard from the Cincinnati Auto Expo chats with Frank about all the latest makes and models. By Lauren Artino | May 5, 2021 at 8:48 AM EDT - Updated May 5 at 3:14 PM CINCINNATI (FOX19) - The Cincinnati Auto Expo returns May 5 through May 9 at Duke Energy Convention Center. Tickets are $9 in advance or $11 at the door. Half-price tickets will be offered Thursday and Friday before 6 p.m. and kids 12 and under are free. The 33rd Cincinnati Auto Expo will offer guests opportunities to experience and explore the latest models, features and technology created by favorite domestic and import manufacturers.