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OHIO FESTIVALS AND EVENTS ASSOCIATION
2016 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS
*Anne Guggisberg
Ohio Swiss Festival
5060 St. Rt. 557
Millersburg, Ohio 44654
*Richard “Butch” Lieb
Tiffin-Seneca Heritage Festival
58 Siesta Dr., Apt. C
Tiffin, Ohio 44883
*Joe Croft
First Town Days Festival
1153 Glenn Dr.
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
*Crystal Bradbury
Geneva Area Grape Jamboree
1152 Fortier Rd.
Geneva, Ohio 44041
*Aaron Dupree
Wellston Coal Festival
321 East 4th St.
Wellston, Ohio 45692
*Ted Gucik
Avon Duck Tape Festival
1032 Plaza Dr.
Amherst, OH 44001
*Christy Throckmorton
Feast of the Flowering Moon
1025 Blain Highway Waverly, Ohio 45690
Kelly Spriggs
Ashville 4th of July Celebration
P.O. Box 25
Ashville, Ohio 43103
Rob Febes
Circleville Pumpkin Show
121 ½ W. Main St.
Circleville, Ohio 43113
President
330 231-3178
e-mail: [email protected]
1st Vice President
419 680-5401
e-mail: [email protected]
2nd Vice President
330 432-1545
e-mail: [email protected]
Director
440 466-3055
e-mail: [email protected]
Director
740 418-1941
e-mail: [email protected]
Director
440 315-3532
e-mail: [email protected]
Director
740 708-5341
e-mail: [email protected]
Secretary
740 983-4193
740 248-1305
e-mail: [email protected]
Treasurer
740 497-4977
e-mail: [email protected]
HONORARY DIRECTORS
Linda Ballou
Circleville Pumpkin Show
2459 North Court St.
Circleville, OH 43113
Eileen Hatfield
Fall Festival of Leaves
P.O. Box 571
Bainbridge, Ohio 45612
Ron Keller
Sweet Corn Festival
2718 Blacklick-Eastern Rd.
Millersport, Ohio 43046
Bill Welsh
Ashville 4th of July Celebration
5098 Ashville Rd.
Ashville, Ohio 43103
740 474-8973
e-mail: [email protected]
740 634-2997
e-mail: [email protected] 740 467-2104
e-mail: [email protected]
740 207-1865
e-mail: [email protected]
*Indicates a voting member of the Board of Directors
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2016 OHIO FESTIVALS & EVENTS ASSOCIATION
Geauga County Maple Festival, Chardon............................................................... April 21-24
Pike County Dogwood Festival, Piketon................................................................. April 21-24
Wild Turkey Festival, McArthur................................................................................... May 5-8
Feast of the Flowering Moon, Chillicothe................................................................ May 26-29
Main Street Port Clinton Walleye Festival, Port Clinton..........................................May 26-30
Moonshine Festival, New Straitsville....................................................................... May 26-30
Oak Hill Village Festival of Flags, Oak Hill................................................................ May 27-30
Utica Sertoma Ice Cream Festival, Utica.................................................................. May 28-30
Commercial Point Homecoming, Commercial Point.................................................. June 1-4
Gold Wings & Ribs Fest, Pomeroy.............................................................................. June 3-4
Newark Strawberry Festival, Newark......................................................................... June 3-5
Dennison Railroad Festival, Dennison...................................................................... June 8-11
Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival, Coshocton....................................................... June 9-11
Banana Split Festival, Wilmington.......................................................................... June 10-11
Washboard Music Festival, Logan.......................................................................... June 16-18
Avon Heritage Duck Tape Festival, Avon................................................................ June 17-19
Festival of the Fish, Vermilion................................................................................ June 17-19
London Strawberry Festival, London...................................................................... June 23-25
Columbia Homecoming Festival, Columbia Station................................................ June 23-25
Cy Young Days Festival, Newcomerstown.............................................................. June 24-26
Garrettsville SummerFest, Garrettsville................................................................. June 24-26
Lorain International Festival, Lorain....................................................................... June 24-26
Willard’s Festival in the Park, Willard.................................................................June 29-July 2
Brunswick Summer Celebration, Brunswick.......................................................June 29-July 4
Ashland Balloonfest, Ashland.............................................................................June 30-July 3
Ashville 4th of July Celebration, Ashville............................................................June 30-July 4
First Town Days Festival, New Philadelphia........................................................June 30-July 4
Ohio Hills Folk Festival, Quaker City.............................................................................July 6-9
Summit Co. Italian-American Festival, Akron...............................................................July 7-9
Miami Valley Steam Threshers Show, Plain City.......................................................July 14-17
Celina Lake Festival, Celina.......................................................................................July 22-24
Berlin Heights Basket Festival, Berlin Heights.............................................................Aug. 5-6
Carey Fest, Carey.........................................................................................................Aug. 5-6
Ohio Valley Antique Machinery Show, Georgetown................................................Aug. 11-14
North Ridgeville Corn Festival, North Ridgeville......................................................Aug. 12-14
Nelsonville Parade of the Hills, Nelsonville.............................................................Aug. 17-20
Pemberville Free Fair, Pemberville..........................................................................Aug. 17-20
Bratwurst Festival, Bucyrus.....................................................................................Aug. 18-20
Lexington Blueberry Festival, Lexington..................................................................Aug. 18-21
Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival, Reynoldsburg.........................................................Aug. 19-20
Obetz Zucchinifest, Obetz.......................................................................................Aug. 25-28
Sweet Corn Festival, Millersport.......................................................................Aug. 31-Sept. 3
Portsmouth River Days, Portsmouth..........................................................................Sept. 1-4
Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival, Canal Winchester . .........................................Sept. 3-5
Milan Melon Festival, Milan.......................................................................................Sept. 3-5
West Jefferson Ox Roast, West Jefferson . .................................................................Sept. 3-5
Wellston Coal Festival, Wellston...............................................................................Sept. 6-10
Marion Popcorn Festival, Marion.............................................................................Sept. 8-10
Mantua Potato Festival, Mantua..............................................................................Sept. 9-11
Salt Creek Valley Festival, Richmond Dale................................................................Sept. 9-11
Crestline Harvest Festival, Crestline ......................................................................Sept. 15-17
Clyde Fair, Clyde......................................................................................................Sept. 16-18
Lakeshore Park Rib Burn Off, Ashtabula ................................................................Sept. 16-18
Tiffin-Seneca Heritage Festival, Tiffin.....................................................................Sept. 16-18
Arts in the Alley, Grove City....................................................................................Sept. 17-18
Johnny Appleseed Festival, Lisbon.........................................................................Sept. 17-18
Jackson Apple Festival, Jackson..............................................................................Sept. 20-24
Barnesville Pumpkin Festival, Barnesville...............................................................Sept. 22-25
Route 40 Festival, Hebron......................................................................................Sept. 23-24
Columbus Oktoberfest, Columbus.........................................................................Sept. 23-25
Covered Bridge Bluegrass Festival, Marysville........................................................Sept. 23-25
Geneva Area Grape Jamboree, Geneva..................................................................Sept. 24-25
Ohio Swiss Festival, Sugarcreek........................................................................ Sept. 30-Oct. 1
Beaver Oktoberfest, Beaver........................................................................................ Oct. 6-9
Ohio Gourd Show, Delaware . ..................................................................................... Oct. 7-9
Wheat Ridge Old Thyme Herb Fair & Harvest Celebration, West Union..................... Oct. 7-9
Ashtabula Co. Covered Bridge Festival, Jefferson........................................................ Oct. 8-9
Holmes County Antique Festival, Millersburg............................................................. Oct. 8-9
Oak Harbor Apple Festival, Oak Harbor...................................................................... Oct. 8-9
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival, Waynesville......................................................................... Oct. 8-9
Fall Festival of Leaves, Bainbridge........................................................................... Oct. 14-16
Circleville Pumpkin Show, Circleville....................................................................... Oct. 19-22
Franklin’s FallFest, Franklin
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Jingle Bell Luminary Parade Weekend, Waverly......................................................Nov. 18-20
Dalton Holidays Festival, Dalton..................................................................................Dec. 3-4
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GEAUGA COUNTY MAPLE FESTIVAL
Chardon Square 101 S. Main St. Chardon, Ohio, April 21-24, 2016 – Geauga County
The Maple Festival is on beautiful Chardon Square and takes place the last full weekend in April celebrating the production of maple syrup. Come and see how maple syrup is made;
enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes with pure Geauga County maple syrup; or treat yourself to a maple stir! Events include 2 Grand Parades, Maple Syrup Judging/Auction, Queen’s Contest,
Photo Contest, Arts & Crafts, Invitational Lumberjack Competition, Sap Run, Bathtub Races, Concessions, Rides and Free Entertainment. For info: E-mail [email protected] or visit
www.maplefestival.com.
PIKE COUNTY DOGWOOD FESTIVAL
Piketon, Ohio, April 21-24 – Pike County
The Pike County Dogwood Festival celebrates the “Legend of the Dogwood Tree” in beautiful and quaint Piketon, Ohio. Our festival takes place during the last full weekend in April while
the Dogwood trees are in full bloom. We celebrate by promoting the history of the area while offering fellowship through our many different events such as Live Entertainment, 5K Run,
Contests and much more. For more information, visit www.pikecountydogwoodfestival.com.
WILD TURKEY FESTIVAL
McArthur, Ohio, May 5-8, 2016 – Vinton County
Help celebrate our 32nd year and watch the downtown streets of McArthur come alive with food, music and fun for the whole family. Activities include great nightly entertainment,
carnival rides and games, car show, quilt show, queen’s and baby contests, and Karaoke Contest. Grand Parade will be held Saturday at 6:00 p.m. followed by the crowning of the 2016
Wild Turkey Festival Queen. Hours: Thurs. 5:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m., Fri. 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Sat. 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., and Sun. noon-5:00 p.m. Contact: call 740-591-1118 or E-mail:
[email protected].
FEAST OF THE FLOWERING MOON
Chillicothe, Ohio, May 26-29, 2016 – Ross County
Started in 1984, the festival is held over Memorial Day Weekend. Yoctangee Park, in historic downtown Chillicothe, makes a perfect setting for this wonderful four-day event featuring
Native Americans with music, dancing, traders and exhibits, a mountain men encampment, arts and crafts with over 80 crafters, and commercial exhibits. Continuous entertainment,
food, games, and contests for all. All events free to the public! For more info: E-mail [email protected] or visit www.feastofthefloweringmoon.org.
MAIN STREET PORT CLINTON WALLEYE FESTIVAL
Port Clinton, Ohio May 26-30, 2016 – Ottawa County
The 36th Annual Main Street Port Clinton Walleye Festival gets underway from May 26th through May 30th at picturesque Waterworks Park on the shores of beautiful Lake Erie in Port
Clinton. An array of free live concerts, Kids Fishing Derby, Grande Parade, educational programs and activities, Walleye 5K Run and Walk, Carnival Rides, and more than 130 Vendors from
around the nation, help make this event one of Ohio’s premier outdoor weekend celebrations. For more information, E-mail us at [email protected] or visit our website at
www.walleyefestival.com.
MOONSHINE FESTIVAL
New Straitsville, Ohio, May 26-30, 2016 – Perry County
Located in the rolling hills of Southeastern Ohio, this festival features a working Moonshine Still Display, Straitsville Special Moonshine, local history museum, flea market vendors,
moonshine burgers, moonshine pie, carnival rides and games, free entertainment, good food, souvenirs, talent show, Cruise-In, and 2 parades concluding with the Grand Parade on
Memorial Day. Open 5:00 p.m. Thursday/Friday, and Noon Saturday/Sunday/Monday. For more info: call 740-394-2239, or write N.S.B.A., P.O. Box 38, New Straitsville, OH 43766.
OAK HILL FESTIVAL OF FLAGS
Aetna Park, Oak Hill, Ohio, May 27-30, 2016 – Jackson County
The Festival of Flags celebrates Patriotism, family, and community. Activities include nightly entertainment, rides and games, karaoke contest, quilt and art show, crafts, Queens Pageant
and Queen’s Tea. This year’s festival honors Vietnam Veterans with a Welcome Home reception and place of honor in our Grand Parade held Sunday May 29th. We’re also dedicating a
memorial to Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Donald R. Long, who gave his life to save fellow soldiers while serving in Vietnam. More info visit: www.oakhillfestivalofflags.org or E-mail:
[email protected].
UTICA SERTOMA ICE CREAM FESTIVAL
S.R. 13 (1 mile south of) Utica, Ohio, May 28-30, 2016 – Licking County
Held on the grounds of Energy Coop and Velvet Ice Cream Co., this festival features fun for the entire family with over 90 artisans exhibiting their crafts, lots of great food, ice cream,
pony rides, car and motorcycle shows, magic show, entertainment all three days, and a Saturday parade in the Village of Utica. We also have lots of contests including ice cream eating,
balloon and egg tosses, and a kiddie tractor pull. Admission $5 per car. For more info and complete schedule visit: www.uticaoldfashionedicecreamfestival.com.
COMMERCIAL POINT HOMECOMING
Commercial Point, Ohio, June 1-4, 2016 – Pickaway County
Located 10 miles south of Columbus, we are famous for our delicious “ocean perch”
sandwich. Celebrating our 89th year, the event includes a fun filled midway, rides, games, great food, free entertainment, car show, and excitement for everyone.
Enjoy Spectacular FIREWORKS Friday 10:00 p.m., Top name concerts Friday and Saturday 8:00 p.m., the Grand Parade on Saturday 11:00 a.m. featuring Festival
Queens from all over Ohio or just come relax at our beer garden. For info: Community Men’s Club, P.O. Box 97, Commercial Point, Ohio 43116.
GOLD WINGS & RIBS FEST
Pomeroy, Ohio, June 3-4, 2016 – Meigs County
Motorcycles, BBQ and Free Entertainment on the Riverfront Amphitheatre lead the way to SE Ohio’s Gold Wings & Ribs Fest with the Ohio River in the
background. Home of Ohio’s “Best Ribs” & “Best Wings”, Motorcycle Tour-Poker Run, 2 Motorcycle light parades, Cookie Stacking, Pickle Spittin’,
Limbo, Hula Hoop and BBQ Hog Callin' contests – Prize Money. For the art lover there is Art in the Park and Story Telling and for history buffs, a
John Hunt Morgan Civil War battleground nearby. For more info visit: www.goldwingsandribs.com or call: 1-877-MeigsCo.
NEWARK STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
Courthouse Square, Newark, Ohio, June 3-5, 2016 – Licking County
Celebrating our 33rd year, we feature rides, games, crafts, food, and terrific entertainment providing the entire family with many exciting
things to do, see, and taste. A “must try” is our delicious Strawberry Shortcake served with locally made creamy Velvet Ice Cream. Hosted by
Newark Kiwanis Club, proceeds help fund Camp O’Bannon, a summer camp for underprivileged children. Fri/Sat: 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Sun: 11:00
a.m.-6:00 p.m. For more information visit: www.newarkstrawberryfestival.com. or Facebook Newark Kiwanis and the Newark Strawberry Festival.
DENNISON RAILROAD FESTIVAL
Dennison, Ohio, June 8-11, 2016 – Tuscarawas County
The 37th Annual Dennison Railroad Festival will be held in the beautifully restored Historic Center Street District, taking in our gazebo and Historic
(National Landmark) Railroad Depot Museum. Four fun filled days of amusement rides, food, games, activities, train exhibit and entertainment for all
ages. Midway opens 5:00 p.m. Wednesday-Friday and noon Saturday. The Museum will have extended hours for touring Friday 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and
Saturday 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Car show is noon Saturday followed by the parade at 5:00 p.m. Additional info visit: www.dennisonrailroadfestival.org.
COSHOCTON HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
Coshocton, Ohio, June 9-11, 2016 – Coshocton County
One of Ohio’s longest continuous Hot Air Balloon festivals, we are a free, family-friendly event featuring morning and evening hot air balloon
launches (weather permitting), live musical entertainment, a hot air balloon night glow and fireworks. Our midway features rides for all ages
plus a large variety of food vendors and craft and gift show. The Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival is held at Coshocton County Fairgrounds.
Contact us at [email protected] or visit our website at www.coshoctonhotairballoonfestival.com.
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COSHOCTON HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
Coshocton, Ohio, June 9-11, 2016 – Coshocton County
One of Ohio’s longest continuous Hot Air Balloon festivals, we are a free, family-friendly event featuring morning and evening
hot air balloon launches (weather permitting), live musical entertainment, a hot air balloon night glow and fireworks. Our
midway features rides for all ages plus a large variety of food vendors and craft and gift show. The Coshocton Hot Air Balloon
Festival is held at Coshocton County Fairgrounds. Contact us at [email protected] or visit our
website at www.coshoctonhotairballoonfestival.com.
BANANA SPLIT FESTIVAL
Wilmington, Ohio, June 10-11, 2016 – Clinton County
Come join us as we celebrate the Birthplace of the Banana Split. The festival features 50’s and 60’s collectibles, arts and
crafts, games, great food, old time rock & roll and lots of fun for the entire family. Poodle skirts to hula-hoops, we have it
all, including a huge car show featuring muscle cars from post-World War II. A special treat is our “make your own” banana
split booth where you can pile on the toppings. For more details visit www.bananasplitfestival.com or call: 877-428-4748.
WASHBOARD MUSIC FESTIVAL
Downtown, Logan, Ohio, June 16-18, 2016 – Hocking County
Located in the beautiful Hocking Hills, this festival celebrates the enduring role the washboard has had
on music styles from jazz to jug band to zydeco. There is wholesome non-stop, free entertainment
for the entire family, free tours of the Columbus Washboard Company, and lots of local artists, crafts,
and food plus many other special events! Grand parade 6:00 p.m. Saturday. Hours: Thursday 5:00
p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday Noon to 11:00 p.m. For more info: call 740-777-1445, E-mail
[email protected] or visit www.washboardmusicfestival.com.
AVON HERITAGE DUCK TAPE FESTIVAL
Veterans Memorial Park, Avon, Ohio, June 17-19, 2016 – Lorain County •
Join us for great fun at the 2016 Duck Tape Festival. Free Parking. Free Admission. Free Entertainment.
Featuring everything Duck Tape from fashions and sculptures to a crafting tent. Duck Tape Parade
Saturday June 19th 10:00 a.m. Enjoy the rides, games and food too! This Festival is held on Father’s Day
weekend in Avon, Ohio the “Duct Tape Capital” of the world. Hours: Friday 4:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.; Saturday
11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.; Sunday 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For more information: call 1-866-818-1116, email
[email protected] or visit www.ducktapefestival.com.
FESTIVAL OF THE FISH
Vermilion, Ohio, June 17-19, 2016 – Erie County •
Visit downtown Vermilion for the 50th Annual Festival of the Fish June 17-19th featuring daily entertainment & FREE Admission, kid’s games, food and marketplace, Fireworks Friday,
June 17th, Parade June 19th. Lighted Boat Parade, Pet Parade, Sand Castle Building contest, Crazy Craft Race, Queen’s Pageant, Fishing Tournament, and Firefighters Water Fights! Call
440-967-4477, Email [email protected] or visit our website at www.vermilionohio.com. Festival hours: Fri-Sat 12:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m., Sun 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
LONDON STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
Intersection S.R. 56 & S.R 42. London, Ohio, June 23-25, 2016 – Madison County •
Our festival, celebrating our 34th Anniversary, takes place Thursday thru Saturday following Father’s Day in historic downtown London. We feature a wide variety of strawberry foods.
Enjoy our delicious strawberry shortcake, games, rides, free nightly entertainment, kiddie tractor pull, AC Cobra Car Show benefiting Cystic Fibrosis, 5K Race, open baby contest, royalty
contest, Queen’s Luncheon, Parade, crafts, unique attractions & shops. Join us for a “berry” good time. For more info visit:
www.LondonStrawberryFestival.com or call 740-857-1417.
COLUMBIA HOMECOMING FESTIVAL
Columbia Station, Ohio, June 23-25, 2016 – Lorain County •
We’ve entertained visitors to this Annual event for 67 years. Come join us for great food, fun rides, kid’s games, show stopping bands, pie & cake baking contests, a half marathon run and
inline skate event, and a car show. We also feature a Fireworks display Saturday and our Grand Parade Sunday. Nightly entertainment will be showcased on the main stage. We welcome
Festival Queens from all over Ohio for our Sunday Kings and Queen’s luncheon and Parade. For Info call 440-236-9053 or visit www.columbiastation.com.
CY YOUNG DAYS FESTIVAL
Downtown, Newcomerstown, Ohio June 24-26, 2016 – Tuscarawas County •
Although Cy Young was born near Gilmore and lived most of his life near Peoli he considered Newcomerstown his hometown. Every year on the 4th weekend in June we hold the Cy
Young Days Festival in honor of the Baseball Great! We have a parade, featuring a former Cy Young Award winner as Grand Marshall, the Cy Young Run, Rides, Games, Queen’s Luncheon,
Hit-A-Thon, Talent Show, Pet Show, Car Show, Bands, Food and Fun!! For more info: call 740-498-4545, E-mail [email protected], or visit www.cyyoungdaysfestival.com.
GARRETTSVILLE SUMMERFEST
8148 Main Street Garrettsville, Ohio June 24-26 2016 – Portage County •
Featuring three stages of entertainment, Fireworks, Ohio’s largest tractor parade, Canoe races on Silver Creek, $20,000/Truck Raffle, Grand Parade, 5K
Run/1-mile Fun Walk benefit against Children’s Glioma Cancer, Garrettsville Idol emceed by Big Chuck and Lil’ John, St. Ambrose Church Chicken Fest,
Car Cruise & Bike Show. Kid’s Funland featuring rides and games. For more information: contact Aaron King at [email protected], write 8311
Windham St., Garrettsville, OH 44231, call 330-524-2646, or visit GarrettsvilleSummerfest.com.
LORAIN INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Black River Landing, Lorain, Ohio, June 24-26, 2016 – Lorain County •
The 50th Annual Lorain International Festival celebrates the diverse cultural heritage of the “International City.” The Festival is held
Fri. 5:00-11:00 p.m., Sat. Noon-11:00 p.m., Sun. Noon-6:00 p.m. Enjoy ethnic foods, pastries, crafts, non-stop entertainment,
and a fun-filled kid’s area. The International Parade with visiting Royalty takes place Sunday, June 26th at 11:30 a.m. This year
we will be spotlighting the Lorain International Association and the City of Lorain. Visit www.loraininternational.com or Lorain
International Association Festival & Bazaar on Facebook for more info.
WILLARD’S FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
City Park, Willard, Ohio, June 29 - July 2, 2016 – Huron County •
Join us for our 30th Annual Festival in the Park as we celebrate with four days and nights of entertainment and fun.
Rides will make the kids happy so they will want to come back for more. There will be bands & entertainment every
night for all ages and a wide variety of food for festival goers. Our parade is Saturday beginning at 4:30 p.m. with
Fireworks highlighting the evening at 10:30 p.m. For more information visit www.willardohio.com or call
419-935-1654.
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BRUNSWICK SUMMER CELEBRATION
Brunswick High School, Brunswick, Ohio, June 29-July 4, 2016 – Medina County
Fireworks, Midway by Bates Brothers Amusements, Contests, Two Stages of Entertainment, Local Vendors, Great Food, the Kid’s Korner and Grand Parade are some of the things you
will experience at the 2016 Brunswick Summer Celebration. The Festival is held June 29th thru July 4th at the Brunswick High School (3581 Center Road) 1/2 mile west of I-71. Fireworks
Saturday, Grand Parade Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Contact info: 330-220-1111, [email protected] or visit our website for updates www.summer-celebration.com.
ASHLAND BALLOONFEST
Freer Field, Ashland, Ohio, June 30 – July 3, 2016 – Ashland County This is our 26th year of High Flying fun for the entire family. Come enjoy the colorful Ashland skies as the Hot Air Balloons fill the air for this memorable weekend. Delight yourself in the
festivities and share in the excitement. Each year brings festival goers new experiences to enjoy and treasure for years to come. Entertainment, music, shows, and an assortment of food
and other vendors are all part of this wonderful event. For a complete schedule visit: AshlandOhioBalloonFest.com or email: [email protected].
ASHVILLE 4th OF JULY CELEBRATION
Village Park, Ashville, Ohio, June 30-July 4, 2016 – Pickaway County
Come celebrate our nation’s independence at the 87th Ashville 4th of July Celebration. Our five day celebration features our famous fish sandwich “As Big as Your Hand.” Free
Entertainment daily on two stages, three parades including the Grand Parade at 11:00 a.m. on July 4th. Lots of great food and large midway makes Ashville the place to be. Fireworks
10:00 p.m. on July 4th. For more info E-mail [email protected] or call 740-207-1865. GPS: 200 East Station St. Ashville, OH 43103.
FIRST TOWN DAYS FESTIVAL
Tuscora Park, New Philadelphia, Ohio, June 30 - July 4, 2016 – Tuscarawas County
One of the most entertaining festivals taking place over the 4th of July Holiday. First Town Days begins with our
Scholarship Queens Pageant Friday, June 24th. Also featured in this year’s four day event: Grand Parade, 5-K
Run, Seniors Day, Family Day, Junior Superstars, Softball Tournament, Talent Show, Wedding Ceremony, Live
Entertainment nightly, Car Show, Gigantic Fireworks Display and a Midway full of delicious food, crafts, and
entertaining games. Fun for the whole family! For info, call: 330-343-6814, or visit us on the internet:
www.firsttowndays.com.
OHIO HILLS FOLK FESTIVAL
Quaker City, Ohio, July 6-9, 2016 – Guernsey County
Come to the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio and help celebrate the 112th OHIO HILLS FOLK FESTIVAL. This
four day event includes: Free nightly entertainment, Kiddie Parade, Mile Long Parade, Queens Parade, Car
Show, Flea Market, Craft Hall, craft demonstrations, 5-K, children’s bike races, pet show, concessions, rides
and large fireworks display. Our festival offers a look at both past and present with a farm museum, country
store and Quaker Meeting House. For info call 740-679-2704, write P.O. 22 Quaker City, Ohio 43773 or visit
OhioHillsFolkFestival.com.
SUMMIT COUNTY ITALIAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL
Downtown Akron, Ohio – Lock 3 Park, July 7-9, 2016 – Summit County
Visit our 70th Annual Festival for three days of Food, Entertainment, and Fun. Voted “Best Festival” by the Akron Beacon Journal readers. Homemade Wine Contest, Kid’s Entertainment.
Fireworks Spectacular on Saturday night. Catholic Mass. Hours: Thursday, July 7th 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday, July 8th & 9th 11:00 a.m.-Midnight. For Festival Info Write: Italian
Festival, 2543 Call Road, Stow, Ohio 44224. E-mail: [email protected] or Visit our website: www.it-am.org. For Administration & Vendors E-mail Ann Stephens: [email protected] or
Harry Ciccolini: [email protected].
MIAMI VALLEY STEAM THRESHERS
Pastime Park, Plain City, Ohio, July 14-17, 2016 – Union County
Our 67th Annual Show and Reunion features Minneapolis Moline. Come enjoy Lawnmower races Thursday night, Tractor Pulls Saturday and Sunday evenings, and our Grand Parade
through downtown Plain City Friday at 6:00 p.m. Daily activities and displays include Steam Engines, Antique Tractors, Gas Engines, Shingle and Veneer Mills, Drag Saw, Threshing, Baling,
Baker & Ashcraft Fans, Prony Brake, Model Engines, Blacksmith Shop, and Children’s Activities. $5.00 G/A. For more info call 614-270-0007 or visit www.miamivalleysteamshow.org.
CELINA LAKE FESTIVAL
Main St. & Lake Shore Dr., Celina, Ohio, July 22-24, 2016 – Mercer County
Located in downtown Celina and on the beautiful shores of Grand Lake, 2016 marks our 56th year. We are a free, fun-filled family event featuring Food, Crafts, and Entertainment. Our
Friday night schedule includes Fireworks, Amphicar Swim-In and a Cruise-In with over 200 cars. Saturday features a Car Show, boat poker run, a cardboard duct tape boat race, and our
parade at 6:30 p.m. Sunday concludes with a kiddie fishing derby and kiddie and adult tractor pulls. For more info call 419-586-0993 or visit www.celinalakefestival.com.
BERLIN HEIGHTS BASKET FESTIVAL
Center Street, Berlin Heights, Ohio, August 5-6, 2016 – Erie County
The Berlin Heights Basket Festival is a family celebration honoring the local tradition of basket making. The festival includes a Queen’s contest, baby contest, kiddie tractor pull, flower show,
the Charger Marching Band, Grand Parade at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, eating and other contests, open market and food and craft vendors. We also have a 5K Race, local organizations’ crafts,
games and live entertainment. No admission fee. Setup Thursday 4:00 p.m., Open 3:00 p.m.-11:00 a.m. Friday and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Saturday. Contact: [email protected] or check
website at www.basketfestival.com.
CAREY FEST
Downtown, Carey, Ohio, August 5-6, 2016 – Wyandot County
Carey Fest 2016 will feature national, regional, and local entertainment, games, rides, food, demonstrations, magic and a wide array of music, music, music beginning at 4:00 p.m. August
5th in downtown Carey. Other events include: 3-on-3 basketball tournament, the Twilight 5K race, a Civil War encampment and much more. The Carey Fest parade begins at 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 6th. The annual pre-Fest homecoming celebration begins at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, August 4th, at Waterworks Park concluding with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Phone
419-396-7567 or visit Careyfest.com.
OHIO VALLEY ANTIQUE MACHINERY SHOW
Georgetown, Ohio, August 11-14, 2016 – Brown County
46th Anniversary at 8803 Winfield Road, Georgetown, Ohio 45121. Featuring Rumley/Allis-Chalmers Tractors,
Economy Garden Tractors, Economy/Hercules Gas Engines. Antiques/Crafts/Flea Market, 4 Parades, tractors,
engines, & equipment. Camping, Entertainment, Steamed Corn, Antique and Garden Tractor Pulls, Covered
Bridge, Log Cabin, General Store, Threshing, Sawmill, Rock Crushing, Grist Mill, Block Making, Shingle Mill,
Blacksmith. Mail: OVAM, PO 435, Georgetown, OH 45121, Camping: Jeff Smith 513-734-6272. Crafts/Flea
Market: Wanda Griffith 937-378-3422. Entertainment and Concessions: Randy Griffith 513-734-6585. Website:
www.ovams.org.
NORTH RIDGEVILLE CORN FESTIVAL
North Ridgeville, Ohio, August 12-14, 2016 – Lorain County
Our 42nd festival will feature Amish style sweet corn; FREE admission, parking and musical entertainment; Airconditioned comfort and handicapped facilities at the Senior Center with an Arts and Crafts show; Amusement
rides, games, and food. Friday-opening ceremonies and fireworks; Saturday-kid’s games, car show, corn eating
contest and horseshoe tournament; Sunday-Grand Parade and cornhole tournament. Hours: Fri., 6:00 p.m.11:00 p.m. Sat., 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Sun., Noon-6:00 p.m. Info: P.O. 39103, N. Ridgeville, OH 44039, phone
440-218-9802, E-mail: [email protected] or visit www.nrcornfest.org.
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NELSONVILLE PARADE OF THE HILLS
Nelsonville, Ohio, August 17-20, 2016 – Athens County
The festival is held on Nelsonville’s historic Public Square. Enjoy great family entertainment, regional art,
concessions, our midway and carnival, Pie Contest & Auction, 5K run, Kids Street Games, Kids Athletic Day, The
Ohio State Fiddling Contest and free nightly entertainment on two stages. Three separate parades featured each
beginning at 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday’s Welcome Home Parade, Thursday’s Bicycle Parade and Saturday’s Grande
Parade. For more info: write P.O. 157, Nelsonville, OH 45764, call 740-753-4346, E-mail paradeofthehills@yahoo.
com, or visit www.paradeofthehills.org.
PEMBERVILLE FREE FAIR
Memorial Park, Pemberville, Ohio, August 17-20, 2016 – Wood County
Come visit us in our 68th year, at one of the last free fairs in Ohio. We feature two parades and offer a mix of
animals, flowers, produce, quilts, needlework, bingo, hobbies, rides and wonderful food. Free entertainment
for all ages and on the main stage nightly. There are lots of great family fun activities and events to enjoy.
For more information visit us at www.pembervillefair.org for a complete schedule of events or look us up and
“Like” us on Facebook.
BUCYRUS BRATWURST FESTIVAL
Bucyrus, Ohio, August 18-20, 2016 – Crawford County
Bucyrus is widely recognized as the “Bratwurst Capital of America.” Our “Brats” were perfected by local butchers whose families emigrated here from Germany. They are
“different” because the recipe varies from maker to maker giving the special touch that makes them unique. Tons of fire roasted Bratwurst is consumed here each year. We round out the
festivities with continuous free entertainment, fabulous crafts and art shows, rides, games, beer gardens, and most of all, our friendship and hospitality. For more info call 419-562-BRAT
or visit www.bratfest.org.
LEXINGTON BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
Community Park, Lexington, Ohio, August 18-21, 2016 – Richland County
The Blueberry Festival is a four day event held each August centered around family-friendly events and of course, blueberries! Every year brings more activities and entertainment for festival
goers to enjoy. Each night includes noteworthy bands and top notch entertainment. The festival is full of rides, contests, vendors, locally made crafts and a grand variety of blueberry foods.
We also feature a 5K Run, Themed Thursday evening Parade, children’s blueberry games, fireworks Saturday and Sunday Parade. For a complete schedule, visit www.lexblueberryfestival.com.
REYNOLDSBURG TOMATO FESTIVAL
Huber Park Reynoldsburg, Ohio, August 19-20 – Franklin County
The family oriented Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival Annually celebrates the birthplace of the Commercial Paragon Tomato and features free entertainment and parking, Tomato Exhibits, Tomato
Juice, Tomato and Royalty Contests, Car Show, Bingo, and Commercial Displays. We also have Kids Games, Bounce Houses, Arts and Crafts, The World’s Best Fried Green Tomatoes; all varieties of
Carnival Food, a Pizza Taste Off, Spaghetti Eating Contest, and an adult’s only security controlled Beer Garden with full view of the main stage. For info visit: www.reynoldsburgtomatofestival.com.
OBETZ ZUCCHINIFEST
Memorial Park, Obetz, Ohio, August 25-28, 2016 – Franklin County
Zucchini is the star of the show at this four day family oriented event. The Obetz Zucchinifest features first class entertainment, games, Car Show, Grand Parade, pageants, arts and crafts,
and tons of great food. Sunday is Kids Day featuring free activities for kids. Adults can relax in the Zucchinifest beer garden situated near the entertainment. For more information contact
the Village of Obetz at 614-491-1080 or visit www.obetzzucchinifest.com.
SWEET CORN FESTIVAL
Millersport, Ohio, August 31 – September 3, 2016 – Fairfield County
Enjoy hot dripping ears of sweet corn, a large midway, tractor pulls, square dancing, contests, clogging, our heritage village, and lots of festive foods. Grand Parade on Wednesday at 6:00
p.m.; Nashville Country Music Shows on Friday and Saturday at 8:30 p.m.; and 5K Run on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. Event Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. W-TH-F and 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday. Admission is free, fee for Parking. For information dial 740-467-3639 or go to www.sweetcornfest.com. Come see why we are earresistible!
PORTSMOUTH RIVER DAYS
Front & Court St. Landing, Portsmouth, Ohio, September 1-4, 2016 Scioto County
Every Labor Day weekend Portsmouth River Days provides entertainment, activities and fun for Southern Ohio. Located on the riverfront at the Court Street Landing we feature midway
rides, arts & crafts, and free musical entertainment nightly including a national act. Grand Parade begins 11:00 a.m. Saturday and Queens’ Pageant at Shawnee State University 6:00 p.m.
The annual Antique and Collector Car Show wraps up things on Monday. For more info visit us at portsmouthriverdays.org. See you on the river.
CANAL WINCHESTER LABOR DAY FESTIVAL
Downtown Canal Winchester, Ohio, September 3-5, 2016 – Franklin County
The Festival began in 1920 as a one day Fall Festival and has since expanded to a three day event with lots of FREE activities and FREE entertainment for everyone. We feature over thirty
food vendors with at least as many arts & craft and business vendors. Daily entertainment, kids games & rides, huge Car Cruise-In and the Peggy Wood Scholarship Pageant, all capped by
an hour and a half parade on Labor Day at 1:00 p.m. For more info call 614-837-7716 or visit cwlaborday.org.
MILAN MELON FESTIVAL
Town Square, Milan, Ohio, September 3-5, 2016 – Erie County
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at the 58th Milan Melon Festival with a Grand Parade including OFEA Royalty Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Mondays’ 5K run (all ages), plus a children’s pedal tractor
pull. Three days of Arts & Crafts, rides, free entertainment, and food for all. Come enjoy our Famous Muskmelon Ice Cream and Watermelon Sherbet. THE SWEETEST AND BEST MELONS
ARE IN MILAN. For additional info call 419-681-1727 or visit www.milanmelonfestival.org GPS: Intersection U.S. 250 and S.R. 113.
WEST JEFFERSON OX ROAST
Garrette Park, West Jefferson, Ohio, September 3-5, 2016 – Madison County
Join us Labor Day Weekend for fun-filled family oriented entertainment. Food, rides, games, arts & crafts, Grand Parade Saturday at noon, kiddie pedal pull, queens’ contests, baby
contest, watermelon, ice cream, and hot dog eating contests, and much more. Monday we feature our famous “Ox Roast” sandwiches. We cook 5,500 lbs. of beef underground and last
year sold over 5,000 sandwiches in 6 hours. If you like Roast Beef, this is THE place to be. For more info: E-mail [email protected], or visit www.westjeffoxroast.org.
WELLSTON COAL FESTIVAL
Wellston, Ohio, September 6-10, 2016 – Jackson County
The Wellston Coal Festival is held Tuesday thru Saturday after Labor Day on the downtown streets to celebrate Wellston’s
rich coal mining heritage. We offer a Karaoke Contest, Coal Miner Olympics, a Wednesday Hometown Parade and a
Saturday Grand Parade, Baby and Toddler Contests, Car and Motorcycle Show, Line Dancing, Free entertainment nightly,
Rides, Games, Great Food and down home hospitality. Bring your lawn chair, spend the day – or several, enjoy the old
fashioned small town hospitality in Historic Downtown Wellston…everyone’s Hometown since 1873. Website:
www.wellstoncoalfestival.com.
MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
Downtown Marion, Ohio, September 8-10, 2016 – Marion County
Held the first full weekend after Labor Day the Popcorn Festival kicks off Thursday night with a 250+ unit parade at 6:00 p.m.
You will find over 200 concessionaires, crafts, a free Senior Show Thursday afternoon at the Palace Theater at 2:00 p.m.,
FREE big name entertainment on main stage nightly at 8:30 p.m., Corn Toss tournament, pageants, rides, wine garden, and
so much more. For more information and a complete schedule of events call 740-387-3378 or visit www.popcornfestival.com.
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MANTUA POTATO FESTIVAL
Buchert Park, Mantua, Ohio, September 9-11, 2016 – Portage County
Do you like potatoes? Well we have them…Baked, Soup, Potato Pizza, Potato Candy, and much more. Our 43rd year of celebration, we host live entertainment all three days. Enjoy our beer
and wine garden, wide variety of foods, rides for all, crafts, games, 5K race, contests, and RAFFLES. Bake off Saturday and Grand Parade Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Join us for this fun filled family
event Fri. 6:00 p.m.-Midnight, Sat. Noon-Midnight, Sun. Noon-7:00 p.m. Free Admission (no pets allowed). For more info: call 330-274-0770 or E-mail [email protected].
SALT CREEK VALLEY FESTIVAL
Richmond Dale, Ohio, September 9-11, 2016 – Ross County
The 21st Annual Salt Creek Valley Festival is a three day event, filled with plenty of fun for the entire family. We feature live entertainment, rides, and kid’s activities. There are plenty
of arts and crafts and other vendors. As always, a great deal of delicious foods. Other activities include: Parade, Car Show, Baby Contest, Queens Pageant, Quilt Show, Benefit Auction,
Historical Display, and more. Contact Joyce Jordan 740-884-4474 or Brenda Howard 740-703-4158 for more information or visit us at www.saltcreekvalleyfestival.com.
CRESTLINE HARVEST FESTIVAL
Crestline, Ohio, September 15-17, 2016 – Crawford County
Since 1972, The Crestline Harvest Festival is the official kickoff to Autumn in North Central, Ohio. This Three-Day Festival opens with a Queen’s Pageant and local entertainment on
Thursday. Midway opens at noon on Friday. Great entertainment nightly. Car Show starts 9:00 a.m. Saturday and Parade at 3:00 p.m. Many rides, games, food vendors, contests, crafters,
a farmers market, and beer garden. We hope you will join us. Visit us on Facebook for additional information or E-mail [email protected].
CLYDE FAIR
222 N. Main St., Clyde, Ohio, September 16-18, 2016 – Sandusky County
The 30th Annual Clyde Fair, held in downtown Clyde, is celebrating Clyde’s 200th birthday. Friday, 5:00 p.m.-midnight; Saturday, noon-midnight; Sunday, noon-7:00 p.m. Featuring rides,
games, concessions, and free entertainment. 5K run and Parade Saturday; Bingo Sat. and Sun.; 25th Annual go-kart race on city streets, children’s tractor pull, and Car Show on Sunday.
Concessions: Mary Jo Ulman 419-547-8006, Entertainment: Nancy Greenslade 419-547-8693, Parade: Linda Hall 419-547-7431, Go-karts: Rich Ulman 419-547-8006, Car Show: Gayle/
Michael Carter 419-547-9361, Queens: Jennifer Golden 419-271-5493/Tomi Smith 419-680-0857.
LAKESHORE PARK RIB BURN OFF
Ashtabula, Ohio, September 16-18, 2016 – Ashtabula County •
The Ashtabula Township Park Commission presents “Ashtabula County’s Original” 14th Annual Lakeshore Park Rib Burn Off. Featuring live band music all three days, a kidz zone with
various inflatable rides and rock climbing wall. And of course, all the tasty ribs from national and local rib teams and all the wonderful fair foods families love! Located on the shores of
Lake Erie, come join us for some great food and entertainment. Free parking and admission! For more info visit www.lakeshoreparkashtabula.org or E-mail [email protected].
TIFFIN-SENECA HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Downtown Tiffin, Ohio September 16-18, 2016 – Seneca County •
Come celebrate our 38th year at the Tiffin-Seneca Heritage Festival. Our Festival features an 1800’s Living History Village where you can take a walk back in time. The downtown portion
of the festival features our parade on Saturday beginning at 10:30 a.m., live entertainment, and rows of arts and crafts vendors. Festival hours are Friday 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more info visit: www.TiffinFestival.com.
ARTS IN THE ALLEY
Downtown Grove City, Ohio, September 17-18, 2016 – Franklin County •
Held third weekend of September every year. Festival opens by Parade 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Features 120 juried arts/crafts vendors; 5 specialty shows with cash and ribbon awards: Fine Art,
Photography, Craft, Youth Art and Quilts. One $2000 Purchase Award from any medium depicting Grove City’s past/present/future. Kids’ Fun Street features free “make and take” art for children.
Live entertainment/20 food concessions. Free entry and parking. Hours: Sat. 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sun. 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 614-875-9762, E-mail [email protected] or visit
www.gcchamber.org.
JOHNNY APPLESEED FESTIVAL
Downtown Lisbon, Ohio, September 17-18, 2016 – Columbiana County •
The 49th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival takes place in our historic square and features over 40 food vendors and 50 crafters, entertainment, quilt show, art show, photography
contest, pet parade and rides for your enjoyment. The festivities begin with a 5K run at 9:00 a.m. Sept. 17th followed by the Grand Parade at 11:00 a.m. Local organizations provide apple
specialties such as old fashioned apple butter, apple ice cream, dumplings, fritters, and an apple pie baking contest. For more info contact: lisbonareachamber.com or call 330-424-1803.
JACKSON APPLE FESTIVAL
Downtown Streets of Jackson, Ohio, September 20-24, 2016 – Jackson County •
The theme of this festival? You guessed it…Apples. A fun filled week of great entertainment, music, food, parades, crafts, contests, and competitions. We have Apple Bobbing, Apple
Peeling, Baby Stroller Races, Blizzard Eating contests, Square Dancing and much, much more. Did you know that the Jackson Apple Festival holds the World’s Record for most people
bobbing for apples and is also the home of the largest lighted Parade in Ohio? For more info and a complete schedule of events visit www.jacksonapplefestival.com.
BARNESVILLE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
Downtown Streets, Barnesville, Ohio, September 22-25, 2016 – Belmont County •
Family oriented festival on the streets of the historic village of Barnesville. Always the last full weekend of September, the festival begins Thursday 5:00 p.m. lasting thru Sunday 5:00 p.m.
Featuring free entertainment, agricultural displays, a giant parade on September 24th at 2:00 p.m., car show, crafts, rides, games, concessions, and 5k Run & Walk. For more info contact:
Quettie Stephen (Concessions) 740-425-2593; Autumn Kessler (Queens Pageant) 740-761-0162 or visit our website at www.barnesvillepumpkinfestival.com.
ROUTE 40 FESTIVAL
Downtown Hebron, Ohio, September 23-24, 2016 – Licking County •
The Route 40 festival is held on historic Route 40 in Downtown, Hebron, Ohio. Enjoy the weekend with fun filled activities for the entire family. We feature FREE live entertainment,
amusement rides and kids’ activities. There are plenty of arts, crafts and other vendors to explore. As always a great deal of delicious food and beverages are available. Other activities
include a parade, Queen’s Pageant, Car show, 5k Run or Walk and more. Please see our website: www.route40festival.com/ or for more information or to become a vendor!
COLUMBUS OKTOBERFEST
Columbus, Ohio, Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds, Sept. 23-25, 2016 – Franklin County •
The 51st Annual Columbus Oktoberfest is three days of food, fun, beer, entertainment, and arts and crafts. Oktoberfest is held at the Ohio Expo Center Friday 5:00 p.m.-Midnight, Saturday
Noon-Midnight, Sunday Noon-8:00 p.m. Free Admission (paved parking charged). Our festival has authentic style facilities (historic century old buildings) offering over 100,000 square feet of
covered space. Oktoberfest also features free children’s activities at the beautiful Natural Resources Park. For more info: E-mail [email protected] or visit ColumbusOktoberfest.com.
COVERED BRIDGE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Marysville, Ohio, September 23-25, 2016 – Union County •
Join us for the 9th Annual Covered Bridge Bluegrass Festival held on the historic Pottersburg Bridge. This all-American celebration
offers something for all ages. Enjoy a sunset dinner on the bridge, bluegrass music, guided bridge tours, food trucks, artisan, craft &
antique booths, horse drawn wagon rides, old fashioned baseball, community church service and so much more. Visit the website,
www.coveredbridgefestival.com or call the Union County Visitors Bureau for more information at 1-800-642-0087.
GENEVA AREA GRAPE JAMBOREE
Geneva, Ohio, September 24-25, 2016 – Ashtabula County •
The Geneva Area Grape JAMboree celebrates the harvesting of grapes. Visitors may taste grapes, freshly squeezed grape juice,
wine and various grape products. All entertainment, including “Grape Stomping”, is Free. Two parades: Sat. 1:30 p.m. and Sun.
2:00 p.m. featuring Ohio Festival Queens. The art show, craft fair, concession booths, top-notch entertainment, antiques, ethnic
foods, amusement rides, grand prize raffle, and interesting exhibits make this an entertaining, JAM-packed weekend for the entire
family. For more info: visit www.grapejamboree.com or call 440-466-JAMB.
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OHIO SWISS FESTIVAL
Sugarcreek, Ohio, September 30-October 1, 2016 – Tuscarawas County •
Born in 1953 as a way to promote the Swiss Cheese Industry and Sugarcreek was The Ohio Swiss Festival. Polka Music, Swiss Cheese, Troyer’s Trail Bologna and Traditional Swiss costumes
are featured. With three parades – Kiddie, Antique Car, and Grand – as well as wine, Steintossen, and amusement rides, there is something for everyone. E-mail ohioswissfestival@yahoo.
com, log onto ohioswissfestival.com or call 330-852-4113 for more information. Find us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/OhioSwissFestival. GPS Location: N 4030.324 W 08138.482.
BEAVER OKTOBERFEST
Beaver, Ohio, October 6-9, 2016 – Pike County •
Celebrating 32 years in Beaver. Join us for our Annual Festival in Pike County (Southern Ohio). Festival begins on Thursday and ends on Sunday with the grand parade. We have a 2 day car
show, tractor show & swap meet, baby contest, lip sync, craft tent, and lots more. Nice, clean family fun! Free admission!! Visit our website at www.beaveroktoberfest.com or Like Us on
Facebook for more information, schedule and festival hours. You can also E-mail us at [email protected].
OHIO GOURD SHOW
236 Pennsylvania Ave. Delaware, Ohio - October 7– 9, 2016 – Delaware County •
The 54th Annual “Ohio Gourd Show” will be held at the Delaware County Fairgrounds. Green and Dry Gourds, Gourd Arts & Crafts are displayed in two buildings. Show theme “It’s The
Great Gourd, Charlie Brown.” Demonstrations on cleaning, carving, wood burning, painting etc. Workshops Fri. Oct. 7th thru Sun. Oct. 9th 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Gourds and gourd crafts
sold all weekend. SHOW HOURS: Fri. 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Sat. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sun. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Additional information, Contact Bruce Barber, Show Chair at 740-965-4661,
E-mail: [email protected], web: www.ohiogourdsociety.com.
WHEAT RIDGE OLDE THYME HERB FAIR & HARVEST CELEBRATION
West Union, Ohio, October 7-9, 2016 – Adams County •
Come celebrate & enjoy the fall harvest with 150 high quality artisans featuring herbs and herbal products, rare plants, lots of unique handmade items, antiques, and delicious locally
produced and fresh from-scratch foods, all in a family friendly atmosphere. You won’t be disappointed. Don’t forget to shoot the pumpkin cannon! Located in the heart of the picturesque
Wheat Ridge Amish community. Parking-$5.00. Admission & Entertainment-FREE! For more info visit www.wheatridgeherbfestivals.com or call Kim Erwin at 937-544-8252. GPS: 817 Tater
Ridge Rd., West Union, OH
ASHTABULA COUNTY COVERED BRIDGE FESTIVAL
Jefferson, Ohio, October 8-9, 2016 – Ashtabula County •
Come celebrate our 18 covered bridges including the longest and shortest open to traffic in the United States! Enjoy our entertainment, car show, antique engines, parade, crafts,
contests, souvenirs, and food. Say hi to our Queen and her Court. Free driving tour map available. Festival is open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. both days. Office is open year round at 25 West
Jefferson Street, Jefferson, Ohio 44047. Phone 440-576-3769, E-mail: [email protected] or visit www.coveredbridgefestival.org.
HOLMES COUNTY ANTIQUE FESTIVAL
Millersburg, Ohio, October 8-9, 2016 – Holmes County •
Held the 5th weekend after Labor Day in beautiful Historic Millersburg. Events occur on and around the Courthouse lawn. We feature an Antique Market, Arts and Crafts, Entertainment
and much More! Saturday hosts Entertainment, a 5K Race, Classic and Antique Car Show and Firemen’s Parade. Sunday hosts the Lumber Jack Show and Grand Parade. Hours: Saturday
10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. For Info: call 330-674-4358, E-mail [email protected], or for a complete schedule visit www.holmescountyantiquefestival.org.
OAK HARBOR APPLE FESTIVAL
Oak Harbor, Ohio, October 8-9, 2016 – Ottawa County •
Held in downtown Oak Harbor, all activities are located within a two block walking area. Enjoy the Grand Parade Saturday at 2:00 p.m., followed by the Kiddie Tractor Pull, Talent Show,
Bingo and Beer Garden. Sunday’s fun holds a Car Show, 5K Run, and local performers. Over 50 Food Vendors to fulfill any craving you may have and over 50 Retail Vendors plus a Craft
Show, so you can “shop till you drop!” Free admission! Complete schedule at www.oakharborohio.net
OHIO SAUERKRAUT FESTIVAL
Waynesville, Ohio, October 8-9, 2016 – Warren County •
The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival has grown from a small local event in 1970 to one of the premiere craft festivals in the nation. We jury our 450+ vendors to ensure that all items are
handcrafted and select items based on quality and variety. Unique food offerings range from sauerkraut pizza to fudge. Visitors return year after year to sample their favorites, making
this festival a favorite Midwest destination. For more info E-mail [email protected] or check out our website www.sauerkrautfestival.com.
FALL FESTIVAL OF LEAVES
Bainbridge, Ohio, October 14-16, 2016 – Ross County •
Festivities include arts, crafts, entertainment, flea market, midways, parades, antique tractor show, log sawing contest, antique & classic car show, 5-K Run and an opportunity to drive the
four self-guided scenic tours (maps available @ www.fallfestivalofleaves.com). Open daily 10:00 a.m. Parade Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Located on U.S. Rt. 50 in south central Ohio. See website
for additional information. Info call: 740-703-8833 or 740-634-2997, GPS: 104 North Maple Street, Bainbridge, OH 45612.
CIRCLEVILLE PUMPKIN SHOW
Downtown Streets, Circleville, Ohio, October 19-22, 2016 – Pickaway County •
The “Greatest Free Show on Earth” will observe its 110th Anniversary; two parades daily, W-F, 3:30 and 8:00 p.m.; one Saturday, OFEA Queen’s Parade, 8:00 p.m. Featured: pumpkins,
gourds, squash, pumpkin foods, contests, various exhibits, entertainment. 10:00 a.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information: Circleville Pumpkin Show, 159 E. Franklin Street, Circleville, OH
43113 740-474-7000 or 740-474-8973; parade info: 740-474-8725; or visit www.pumpkinshow.com GPS: 159 E. Franklin Circleville, OH. 43113.
FRANKLIN’S FALLFEST
1 Benjamin Franklin Way, Franklin, Ohio October 21-22 – Warren County •
Franklin’s FallFest features The Great 4th Street Pumpkin Roll, Food, Crafts, Entertainment, Rides and More. We have a 5K
Lake Ashtabula
Lucas
and 1K Family Fun Run, Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest, and Costume Contest with Prizes. This is a Family Event sure to create Williams Fulton
Ottawa
Geauga
long lasting childhood memories. Where else do you get to “legally” roll pumpkins down the middle of the street and for
Cuyahoga
Defience Henry Wood Sandusky Erie
Trumbull
Lorain
prizes? For more info visit: www.franklinohio.org or email: [email protected].
Seneca Huron
Summit Portage
Paulding
Medina
JINGLE BELL LUMINARY PARADE WEEKEND
Mahoning
Putnam Hancock
Crawford
Waverly, Ohio, November 18-20, 2016 – Pike County •
Van Wert
Ashland
Wyandot
Stark
Wayne
Columbiana
Richland
Allen
Celebrate the Holiday Season during this fun filled event. Local Variety Show on Friday; Saturday enjoy a 5K Run, Craft Show,
Carroll
Christmas Open House, Wine Tasting and Art Show. Enjoy the Grand Parade with lots of lights, decorations, and luminaries lining Mercer Auglaize Hardin Marion
Holmes
Jefferson
Morrow
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the streets followed by lantern tours. Sunday enjoy entertainment at the museum. Food Donations accepted for Pike County
Knox
Logan
Shelby
Delaware
Coshocton
Union
Food Pantry. For more info contact: Pike Co. CVB at 740-947-9650, E-mail [email protected], visit www.piketravel.com or
Harrison
Champaign
Darke
www.jinglebellevent.com.
Licking
Miami
Guernsey
Belmont
Franklin
Muskingum
Clark
DALTON HOLIDAYS FESTIVAL
Montgomery
Madison
Noble Monroe
Fairfield Perry
Preble
Dalton, Ohio, December 3-4, 2016 – Wayne County •
Greene
Morgan
Fayette Pickaway
Now in our 40th year, the Dalton Holidays Festival has provided the Christmas
Washington
Hocking
Butler Warren Clinton
Spirit to generations of visitors, young and old alike. The festival is always
SEE CORRESPONDING
Ross
Athens
Vinton
the first weekend in December and is comprised of various events for all age
Hamilton
COLORED DOT IN FESTIVAL
Clermont Highland
Meigs
groups. Featuring the “Coolest Parade in Ohio”, we showcase our own pageant,
Pike Jackson
DESCRIPTION
FOR
LOCATION
a craft show, entertainment, and the finest homemade baked goods. For more
Brown Adams
Gallia
BY
REGION
Scioto
information contact: [email protected], call 330-641-4483, or visit us at
Lawrence
www.daltonfestival.org.
2016 Festivals & Events Calendar Entertaining Ohio For Over 50 Years