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Canfield Fair
Ohio's largest county fair featuring livestock, rides, and grandstand entertainment.
Stark County Fair
Celebrating 177 years with harness racing, rock and country concerts, and demolition derbies.
All Ohio Balloon Fest
A spectacular hot air balloon event featuring morning and evening launches and a balloon glow after dark. The festival includes live music, helicopter rides, and a kids' activity zone.
Hancock County Fair
A long-standing Labor Day tradition in Findlay with agricultural displays, rides, and youth 4-H competitions.
Canfield Fair
One of the largest and oldest county fairs in the nation, celebrating its 180th year with massive agricultural exhibits and entertainment.
Sweet Corn Festival
A Labor Day tradition celebrating local agriculture with tons of sweet corn, tractor pulls, and free national entertainment.
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival
A Labor Day tradition featuring hot buttered sweet corn, midway rides, tractor pulls, and community parades. The festival serves as a major fundraiser for the local Lions Club projects.
The Great Geauga County Fair
Ohio's oldest continuous county fair, held over Labor Day weekend with demolition derbies and thousands of exhibits.
Marion Popcorn Festival
Billed as the world's largest popcorn festival, this event features a parade, nationally recognized entertainment, and popcorn-themed foods.
CBUS Soul® Fest
A festival celebrating the soul of Columbus through music, food, and local culture.
Cleveland Taco Fest 2026
A four-day street festival celebrating Mexican cuisine with over 30 food vendors, tequila sampling, and Lucha Libre wrestling. Entertainment includes live music across two stages and family-friendly activities in a dedicated Kids Zone.
Columbus Greek Festival
A celebration of Greek culture featuring authentic food, music, dancing, and cathedral tours.
CBUS Soul Fest
A two-day festival celebrating Columbus' vibrant Black culture, music, history, and soul.
Fulton County Fair
One of the top county fairs in Ohio, known for high attendance and major concerts. Features a large variety of food vendors, livestock shows, and competitive exhibits.
Obetz Zucchinifest
A four-day festival celebrating the zucchini with free concerts by national acts, zucchini-themed foods, and a car show.
Milan Melon Festival
Known for its unique watermelon sherbet and cantaloupe ice cream, this Labor Day festival also features a 5K and antique car show.
Portsmouth River Days
A long-running Labor Day weekend celebration with a grand parade, riverfront concerts, and a massive fireworks display.
Summerdance
A four-day music and camping festival headlined by the band Lotus, set in a scenic former quarry. The event features jam and electronic music, swimming, art installations, and a strong sense of community.
Made in Ohio Art & Craft Festival
A three-day Labor Day weekend festival showcasing over 170 Ohio artisans, local food vendors, and regional wines and beers. The event is set within a living history museum and includes historic craft demonstrations.
Obetz Zucchini Fest
A four-day festival celebrating the zucchini with food vendors, a parade, a car show, and national musical acts.
Milan Melon Festival
A beloved Labor Day tradition featuring famous muskmelon ice cream, a grand parade, and hundreds of craft and food vendors.
Cleveland National Air Show
An annual Labor Day weekend event showcasing elite military flight demonstrations and civilian aerobatic performances. The show includes ground displays of modern and vintage aircraft alongside interactive exhibits.
Creators Fest 2026
An inaugural experience designed to bring together creative minds, entrepreneurs, influencers, and small businesses for a day of connection and collaboration.
Oddmall Fairy Frolic
A fantastical fairy-themed oddity show featuring over 180 exhibitors among beautiful botanical gardens. Activities include costume contests, scavenger hunts, and exploration games for all ages.
The Fort Rowdy Gathering
10x10 spot are $60 10×20 spot is $75 Food Vendor spot $200. Setup is Friday Sept 4th 5pm to 8pm or Saturday Sept 5th 7am to 930am. Event runs from 10am to 7pm Saturday and Sunday and 10am to 4pm Monday. If any questions please email me. Thanks
Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival
A multi-day community celebration featuring carnival rides, one of Ohio's longest parades, and a juried craft show.
West Jefferson Ox Roast
A historic tradition featuring 5,000 pounds of slow-roasted beef served as sandwiches on Labor Day Monday.
Ohio Is For Lovers 2026
A day-long festival curated for alternative and emo music fans. Features multiple bands and a focus on community and connection within the music scene.
Ohio Renaissance Festival
A 16th-century English village with nearly 100 live shows daily, artisan shops, and themed weekends like Pirates and Vikings.
2026 Cleveland Air Show Watch Party at Bar 32
Experience the Cleveland National Air Show from a premium rooftop vantage point at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown. Guests can enjoy cocktails and food while watching the aerial performances over Lake Erie.
For Family By Family
For Family By Family has been asked to assist the Elsmere/Erlanger 30th Annual Labor Day Reunion Committee with community vendor outreach for their upcoming Neighborhood Block Party, and we would love to invite your organization or business to join us.Many of you have participated in our community events in the past and have told us, “If you ever need us, please reach out.” We truly appreciate that continued support, and this is another wonderful opportunity to connect families with valuable community resources, services, and information. VENDORS ARE NEEDED FOR SATURDAY ONLY Saturday, September 5, 2026 Block Party: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Vendor Setup Begins: 11:00 AM Rosella Porterfield Park 1005 Capitol Ave. Elsmere, KY Please note that although the Labor Day Reunion is a full weekend celebration, we are only requesting vendors for Saturday, September 5. There is no vendor commitment for Friday or Sunday. Flexible Vendor Hours We understand that everyone has different schedules, so we want to make participation as flexible as possible. Vendor setup begins at 11:00 AM, with the Block Party beginning at 12:00 PM. We are asking vendors to participate sometime during our primary vendor hours of 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. You are welcome to: Set up at 11:00 AM and participate from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Choose a shorter period of time between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM that works for your schedule. Arrive later in the day and stay later into the evening. Pack up your vendor booth at 5:00 PM and stay to enjoy the festivities. Keep your booth open beyond 5:00 PM if you would like to continue engaging with the community. You do not have to stay for the entire 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM event. We are simply happy to have you participate for the amount of time your schedule allows. NO VENDOR FEE!There is no fee to participate as a vendor. Instead of a vendor fee, we are asking each participating vendor to please contribute one item for the community raffle, such as: A gift card valued at $25 or less, OR A gift basket or giveaway package from your business or organization. Your basket does not have to be expensive. Feel free to get creative! It can include your organization's resource materials, promotional items, branded merchandise, small giveaways, coupons, or some of the same items you normally distribute at your vendor table. The goal is simply to have something fun that we can raffle off to families attending the Block Party while also highlighting the businesses and organizations supporting the community. Important Outdoor Vendor Information. This is a completely outdoor event, and there is no indoor vendor area. Please bring your own: Table Chairs Tent/canopy Any materials or supplies needed for your booth Outdoor portable restroom facilities will be available through the city. The Saturday celebration will include music, a live DJ, food trucks, games for all ages, a bouncy house, community food giveaway, vendors, and plenty of family fun.We realize this invitation comes on short notice, and we completely understand if your schedule does not allow you to participate. However, if you are available—even for a portion of the day—we would be very grateful to have you join us. If you would like to participate, simply reply to this email, with attached registration form and let us know that you will be joining us on Saturday. (Please complete and return the registration form no later than Monday, August 24, 2026.) I have attached the official flyer with additional information about the full Labor Day Reunion weekend. Please feel free to print the flyer, post it at your business, share it on your social media pages, or send it directly to your customers.We want your customers and followers to know where you will be on Saturday, September 5, so please help us spread the word and invite them to come out, and enjoy all the festivities at the Block Party! Thank you again for the many ways you continue to show up for our communities. Your partnership and willingness to share your resources with local families are greatly appreciated. We hope to see you Saturday, September 5!
Ohio Renaissance Festival 2026
A 16th-century English village comes to life with jousting, costumed characters, themed weekends, and unique period shopping.
Mohican Traditions Festival
This festival celebrates the cultural heritage and local traditions of the Mohican area with demonstrations and family-oriented activities. It is a key community event marking the transition into the fall season.
Pop Up in the Park 2026 | Ashanti & Fabolous
Cleveland's premier Labor Day celebration featuring live concerts by Ashanti and Fabolous. The event includes a vendor marketplace, wellness hub, food truck village, and a large fireworks finale.
Labor Day Arts Festival
A massive outdoor arts festival featuring fine art, fine craft, live music, and hands-on activities for thousands of visitors.
Belmont County Fair
A scenic fair featuring truck pulls, local agricultural exhibits, and family entertainment.
Cedar Fest 5k
A Labor Day community 5K run held in Cedarville to support local scholarships and community projects.
Fredericktown Tomato Show
A community street fair focused on all things tomato, featuring garden exhibits, parades, and a variety of food stalls. The event also includes live auctions and community contests.
Marion Popcorn Festival
The largest popcorn festival in the world featuring fair food, major musical acts, and plenty of free popcorn.
Lithopolis Honeyfest
A sweet celebration of honey and beekeeping with honey tasting, educational exhibits, and a variety of vendors selling honey products. The festival includes live music and family-friendly activities in the historic village.
Log Cabin Days
A family-friendly event featuring log home tours, axe throwing, lumberjack demos, and local food tents.
Clinton County Corn Festival
A community event celebrating agricultural heritage with antique farm machinery, the 'Corn Olympics,' and outhouse races. Visitors can enjoy live music, a quilt show, and various corn-based food delicacies.
Vinoklet Art & Wine Festival
A juried fine art and craft show set on 30 acres of vineyards, featuring live music, wine tastings, and grape-stomping contests. The festival celebrated its 27th year in 2025.
Ohio River Sternwheel Festival
A vibrant celebration featuring authentic sternwheel boats, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display along the riverbank. Events include children's activities, a car show, and the coronation of Queen Genevieve.
2026 Columbus Fall Artisan & Vendor Festival
A three-day outdoor marketplace celebrating regional craftsmanship and small business entrepreneurship. The festival showcases handmade jewelry, artwork, home decor, and specialty foods from local makers.
Fall at the Round Barn
A vintage and handmade market hosted at the historic Round Barn, featuring curated vendors and a festive autumn atmosphere. Shoppers can find home decor, antiques, and local crafts.
Schmidt's Columbus Oktoberfest
Authentic German festival featuring beer halls, traditional food like Schmidt's brats, live polka music, and family-friendly activities.
Black Swamp Arts Festival 2026
A three-day award-winning arts festival featuring fine art, live music, and family activities. The event is free to the public and occupies the heart of downtown Bowling Green.
Oktoberfest Meiler Vier
A four-mile run that kicks off the Columbus Oktoberfest, including a complimentary beer and sausage for participants.
Black Swamp Arts Festival
A massive outdoor art and music festival with three stages, a juried fine arts show, and interactive youth arts activities.
Merchant Market at Columbus Oktoberfest
An extensive merchant market held within the Columbus Oktoberfest, featuring commercial and retail exhibitors. Attendees can enjoy traditional German food, beer, and music while shopping.
Art & Wine Festival at Vinoklet Winery
A juried fine art and craft festival set on 30 acres of rolling vineyards. The event features over 40 artists, live music across multiple genres, and famous grape-stomping contests.
Columbus Oktoberfest
An authentic German celebration featuring beer halls, traditional food like Schmidt's brats, and three stages of live polka music.
Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 5K
A 5K run and walk through historic Marietta held in conjunction with the Sternwheel Festival.
Fresh Fest Cleveland
A festival celebrating music, food, and community health in an urban farm setting. Features national and local recording artists, fresh local produce, cooking demonstrations, and a marketplace of local makers.
Village Peddler Festival
An arts and crafts festival featuring unique handmade goods and local vendors.
Ohio Renaissance Festival - Fantasy Weekend
A themed weekend at the Ohio Renaissance Festival celebrating fantasy and magic. Features jousting, costumed performers, and a wide variety of artisanal shops in a 16th-century village setting.
Ohio Renaissance Festival
A themed festival featuring jousting, period entertainment, and artisan markets.
Beavercreek Popcorn Festival
A massive community festival featuring over 300 vendor booths and a huge variety of popcorn-themed treats. Guests can enjoy a classic car show on Sunday and a 5K Popcorn Run on Saturday.
Body Mind Spirit Expo
A holistic living event featuring over 100 exhibitors, seminars, and psychic readers focusing on wellness and spirituality.
Sternwheel Art Stroll
An outdoor marketplace for artisans and crafters held in conjunction with the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 50th Anniversary.
Wayne County Fair
Agricultural fair featuring a high school band show, horse shows, and K-12 art exhibitions in the school building.
2026 FREE ZION COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
A massive community bash where everything is free, including food, prizes, and over 20 games. Highlights include a petting zoo, pony rides, magic shows, and live music from local bands.
Fresh Fest Cleveland 2026
A free one-day festival celebrating arts, urban agriculture, and healthy living with live music and workshops. The event features immersive art installations, a local farmer's market, and chef tastings.
Lakewood Community Festival
A local community festival held at Madison Park featuring various activities.
KidsLinked Oktoberfest Bubble Run
A festive fall event combining a fun run with an Oktoberfest-themed marketplace. Participants and spectators can enjoy German food, local artisan booths, and a foam-filled run experience.
2026 AVON FALL AVANT-GARDE ART & CRAFT SHOW
A pop-up handmade market featuring 30 local artisans and crafters selling unique items. This outdoor event supports local makers and is part of the well-known Avant-Garde series.
Berea Arts Fest
A community arts festival showcasing local artists, musicians, and food vendors.
2026 KidsLinked Oktoberfest Bubble Run
A unique racing event combining the fun of an Oktoberfest celebration with a bubble-filled run for the whole family. Participants can enjoy the festive atmosphere of the fairgrounds while getting active.
Hocking County Fair
A classic county fair featuring agricultural exhibits, livestock competitions, and family entertainment. Visitors can also enjoy fair rides and typical seasonal food vendors.
Bellville Street Fair
A classic small-town street fair with rides, food vendors, and live entertainment.
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
The largest Oktoberfest in the United States, showcasing Cincinnati's rich German heritage through traditional food, music, and beer. Highlights include the World Brat Eating Championship and the 'Running of the Wieners' dog race.
Jack Pine Presents: Glass Pumpkin Fest
This signature fall event features thousands of hand-blown glass pumpkins for sale alongside live glassblowing demonstrations. Guests can also enjoy variety artists, live music, and pumpkin carving in an outdoor setting.
Springfield Antique Show & Flea Market Extravaganza
A massive three-day 'Extravaganza' event featuring up to 2,500 dealers and recognized as one of the best antique shows in America.
Lake Shore Park Rib Burn Off
A community festival featuring barbecue rib vendors, live music, and family entertainment.
Ohio Pawpaw Festival
An educational event celebrating Ohio's official native fruit with pawpaw-themed food, craft beer, and sustainable living workshops. Activities include a pawpaw-eating contest and presentations on cultivation and genetics.
Johnny Appleseed Festival
Honoring the legacy of John Chapman with an 1800s-style festival featuring apple butter making and historical reenactments.
Headlands Birding Festival
Festival celebrating fall migration with guided walks, keynote speakers, and nature-themed vendors.
Glass Pumpkin Festival
An outdoor festival displaying thousands of hand-blown glass pumpkins by local and national glass artists.
Lost Lands 2026
A massive bass music festival featuring high-energy electronic performances and prehistoric dinosaur installations. Known for its immersive environment and camping experience.
Lost Lands Music Festival
A massive bass music festival featuring world-renowned DJs, prehistoric-themed production, and immersive dinosaur installations.
Arts in the Alley
A premier arts and music festival featuring over 100 juried exhibitors, specialty art shows, and a community parade.
Elyria Apple Festival
A city festival showcasing apple-themed foods, arts and crafts, a 5K run, and live music on the historic Ely Square.
Wax & Tracks Fest 2026
A celebration for vinyl record collectors featuring exclusive releases, music vendors, and community listening.
Delaware County Fair
Home to the world-famous Little Brown Jug harness race, plus motorsports, magic shows, and fireworks.
Euclid Art Walk 2026
A district-wide celebration of creativity transforming Downtown Euclid into an open-air art gallery with live demonstrations and music. The event runs alongside STEAM Fest and highlights local and regional talent.
The Wool Gathering
An annual event for fiber enthusiasts featuring vendors, demonstrations, and sheep shearing. Visitors can find unique wool products, spinning supplies, and enjoy the activities at the dairy farm.
Johnny Appleseed Festival
A heritage festival celebrating the life of John Chapman with apple-themed foods, crafts, and historical demonstrations.
Preble County Pork Festival
A festival honoring the region's agricultural roots with a focus on pork products, including a sausage breakfast and pig races. The event also features a large arts and crafts show and a classic car show.
Ashland County Fair
A family-oriented fair featuring a Gary Allan concert, harness racing, and various grandstand events.
Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival
A celebration of plant-based food and drinks featuring local vendors in Dayton.
Johnny Appleseed Festival
A celebration of the life and legacy of Johnny Appleseed with food, crafts, and historical displays.
2026 North Coast Indie Author Book Expo
An annual expo showcasing independent authors from the North Coast region, offering book signings and panel discussions. Readers can discover new literature across various genres and connect directly with the creators.
Jackson County Apple Festival
A long-standing tradition featuring apple-themed food, three parades, and the crowning of the Apple Festival Queen. The event includes a street fair with rides, games, and numerous local craft and food vendors.
Jackson Apple Festival
A massive harvest-themed street fair featuring carnival rides, lighted parades, and the famous apple butter stirring. Visitors can enjoy apple-based treats like fried pies and cider slushies while cheering on marching bands.
Barnesville Pumpkin Festival
A fall tradition since 1964 featuring giant pumpkin weigh-offs, a car show, and a large parade through the historic village.
Motor Meet Up Cruise-in
A community cruise-in event featuring local vendors and automotive enthusiasts.
Jack Pine Glass Pumpkin Festival
An outdoor art show featuring thousands of unique hand-blown glass pumpkins displayed in a scenic setting. Local artists, food vendors, and glass-blowing demonstrations provide a vibrant fall atmosphere.
Brats, Brews & Pierogis
A social autumn event featuring live music, a variety of local beer, and traditional food including bratwurst and pierogis. It offers a community atmosphere for residents and visitors to celebrate the fall season.
Geneva Area Grape Jamboree
Celebrating the region's grape harvest with grape stomping contests, two parades, and various grape-themed foods.
Germantown Pretzel Festival
A unique festival celebrating the soft pretzel with various twisted treats, carnival rides, and arts and crafts. The event includes the 'Twisted Pretzel Tour' bike ride for local cyclists.
Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show
A fall showcase of local artisans featuring handmade holiday gifts and artistic works. This annual juried show is a great way to support regional creators during the peak leaf-changing season.
The Grandview Hop (September Market)
The final night market session of the year, featuring a 'Festival for Good' corner highlighting local social enterprises.
All American Quarter Horse Congress
The world's largest single-breed horse show, attracting over 500,000 people and featuring a massive trade show.
Barberton Mum Festival
A vibrant celebration featuring over a million mums arranged in stunning floral displays. Activities include water ski shows, canoe races, and local craft vendors around the lake.
Geneva Grape Jamboree
Celebrating the grape harvest in Ohio wine country with grape stomping, parades, and grape-themed foods like ice cream and pies.
Brown County Fair
Often called the 'Little State Fair,' this event draws thousands for its livestock shows and community exhibits.
JumpStart VC Fest
The Midwest's flagship tech gathering connecting startups, investors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and investment.
Ohio Mart
A premier invitational show of arts and fine crafts featuring over 140 juried artists on historic grounds.
Ohio Swiss Festival
Known as the Little Switzerland of Ohio, this festival celebrates Swiss heritage with cheese contests, alphorn music, and dancing.
The Plains Indian Mound Festival
A community festival celebrating local history and culture near the historic Indian mounds.
Beaver Oktoberfest
A traditional Oktoberfest celebration with German food, music, and family activities.
The Paul Bunyan Show
America's original forestry show featuring lumberjack competitions, chainsaw safety demos, and heavy equipment exhibits.
Coshocton County Fair
A late-season fair featuring animal shows, youth activities, and community exhibits.
Ohio Gourd Show
A unique exhibition of gourd art, crafts, and competitions. Visitors can participate in workshops, view large displays of artistically decorated gourds, and purchase seeds and supplies.
Paul Bunyan Show
One of the nation's oldest forest-industry shows featuring equipment demonstrations, lumberjack competitions, and over 130 exhibits. Educational sessions on forestry and wildlife are held alongside family activities and local food.
Friends Care Community Fall Festival
A community fall festival featuring seasonal activities and family-friendly fun.
The Ohio City Oktoberfest
A neighborhood celebration featuring local craft beers, Bavarian-style food, and live traditional music. The event includes family-friendly games and competitions in the heart of Ohio City.
Oktoberfest at Brewery 33
Enjoy a traditional Oktoberfest celebration with German beer, food, and music all day. This community event is a signature Hocking Hills fall gathering for fans of seasonal craft brews.
Christmas in October
The 39th annual art, craft, and vintage market featuring over 280 exhibitors across nine buildings. Discover artisan foods, home decor, and woodworks in a festive early-holiday atmosphere.
2026 MIDDLETOWN BOURBON AND BEER FESTIVAL
A celebration of craft beverages featuring a wide selection of bourbons and local beers. The festival includes food pairings and live music in the heart of Middletown's historic district.
Old Worthington Market Day
A massive community street festival featuring over 160 artisans and vendors. The event spans several blocks and includes a farmer's market, live entertainment stages, and a variety of food vendors.
Woollybear Festival
Founded by meteorologist Dick Goddard, this unique one-day festival features the Woollybear 500 caterpillar race and a large parade celebrating the winter forecasters.
Vermilion Woollybear Festival
The largest one-day festival in Ohio celebrating the Woollybear caterpillar's mythical weather-forecasting abilities with a huge parade and contests.
Solon Fall Festival
A community-focused fall celebration featuring pumpkin decorating, food trucks, and live music.
Chagrin Documentary Film Festival
An international festival that celebrates the art of documentary film and the inspiring stories they tell.
Loudonville Street Fair
A historic street fair featuring rides, games, and community entertainment.
Loudonville Free Street Fair
A long-standing local tradition featuring a large livestock show, arts and crafts, commercial exhibits, and classic fair food. The fair spans several blocks of the historic downtown area and is open to the public without a gate fee.
Jazz at the Barn
An intimate evening of live jazz music and rustic charm on the lawn of the historic Amelita Mirolo Barn.
Algonquin Mill Fall Festival
Step back to the pioneer era with steam-driven mills, sauerkraut making, and bluegrass music.
Bob Evans Farm Festival
The 55th annual celebration at the original Bob Evans farm features traditional crafts, farm contests, live bluegrass and country music, and fall food favorites.
Chillicothe Halloween Festival
A spooky three-day festival featuring Halloween-themed vendors, costume contests, a haunted house, and family-friendly entertainment.
Vintage Market Days of West Columbus
An upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, and seasonal plantings.
Columbus Italian Festival
Celebrating Italian heritage with authentic cuisine, bocce tournaments, and a community parade. The event features high school marching bands and a traditional Catholic Mass.
Christmas in the Woods
A holiday-themed craft show set in the woods with juried artisans selling unique handmade Christmas decorations.
Enon Apple Butter Festival
A community event where apple butter is cooked over open wood fires in large copper kettles. The festival strictly permits only handmade crafts and features a variety of harvest-themed food booths.
Vinoklet Fall Festival
A single-day autumn celebration featuring live music from two bands, a craft show, and seasonal food and drink. The event takes place from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Waynesville Sauerkraut Festival
A massive two-day event featuring nearly 6 tons of sauerkraut served in creative ways like pizza, fudge, and donuts.
Ashtabula County Covered Bridge Festival
Celebration of Ashtabula's 19 covered bridges with self-guided tours, crafts, a queen pageant, and antique tractors.
Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods
A juried craft show featuring over 200 artisans in traditional costumes selling holiday-themed and handmade goods. The event takes place over the second and third weekends of October.
Grandma Gatewood's Fall Colors Hike
A strenuous 6-mile guided hike that takes visitors through the colorful autumn landscapes of Hocking Hills. The hike follows parts of the Grandma Gatewood trail and showcases the peak fall foliage in the region.
Oak Harbor Apple Festival
A town festival with apple dumplings, a 5K run, a grand parade, and mechanical rides for all ages.
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival
One of the nation's premier craft festivals, serving up unique sauerkraut dishes alongside nearly 450 juried craft vendors.
Holmes County Antique Festival
A showcase of antiques, collectibles, and local history in the heart of Amish country.
Fairfield County Fair
The final county fair of the Ohio season, known for its family fun, agricultural heritage, and autumn experience.
Bradford Pumpkin Show
A long-running community street fair featuring parades, a 'Smash-A-Pumpkin' contest, and numerous vendor booths. The event highlights local traditions and offers diverse harvest-themed activities for all ages.
Apple Butter Stirrin' Festival
A celebration of 19th-century life with apple butter making, artisan demonstrations, and canal boat rides.
Fall Festival of Leaves
Celebrating the autumn foliage with parades, a log sawing contest, and self-guided 'Skyline Drive' scenic tours.
Harvest Fest Cleveland
A local neighborhood festival celebrating the autumn harvest season with live music and family activities. Highlights include pumpkin painting, local vendor booths, and seasonal food favorites.
The Great American Electric Air Race
An aviation event showcasing electric aircraft technology and racing.
Cleveland Anime-Fest - Fall 2026
A convention for anime fans featuring artist tables, cosplay contests, and specialized merchandise.
Circleville Pumpkin Show
Commonly known as the 'Greatest Free Show on Earth,' this massive festival features giant pumpkins, seven parades, and hundreds of food vendors and booths.
The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
Said to be Ohio's oldest and largest pumpkin celebration, featuring seven different parades, the world's largest pumpkin pie, and giant pumpkin weigh-ins. The street fair covers eight city blocks with over 300 food booths, craft vendors, and live entertainment stages.
West Jefferson Fall Festival
A community fall festival celebrating the season with local vendors and activities.
Pottery and Pints Fall Fundraiser
A fall fundraiser event featuring pottery and local beverages.
Cincinnati Coffee Festival
A premier event for coffee and tea lovers, featuring tastings from regional roasters, demonstrations, and live music. Proceeds benefit the Ohio River Foundation.
Haunted Fest Columbus 2026
An annual Halloween-themed electronic dance music festival. Features world-class DJs, immersive production, and costumed attendees for a high-energy night.
Haunted Fest Columbus
An electronic music festival celebrating Halloween with top-tier DJs and immersive production.
Haunted Fest Cincinnati
A two-day Halloween-themed electronic music festival featuring major artists.
Haunted Fest Cincinnati
The premier Halloween electronic music experience featuring international headliners and a curated DJ lineup.
Dickens Victorian Village
Historic Cambridge transforms into 1850s England with nearly 100 life-sized Victorian scenes, complemented by a synchronized holiday light show at the courthouse.
ARTclectic Art Exhibit Opening Reception
An evening reception celebrating the opening of a new art exhibition, featuring meet-and-greets with local artists and light refreshments.
Christkindl Markt
A premier juried fine arts and crafts show featuring holiday gifts, gourmet foods, and artisan creations.
Sharonville Holiday Market
A premier holiday shopping destination featuring hundreds of vendors with apparel, home decor, jewelry, and gourmet treats. Special events include VIP shopper mornings and Girls Night Out sessions.
Bethel International United Methodist Church Holiday Market
An annual holiday market featuring local vendors and artisans offering handmade gifts, crafts, and seasonal decor. Perfect for early holiday shopping in a community atmosphere.
Aladdin Shriners Holiday Market Sip & Shop
A popular indoor holiday shopping event featuring dozens of local craft vendors, artisans, and food producers. The market includes photos with Santa and a 'sip and shop' experience to kick off the festive season.
March to the Holidays Craft Show
A local craft show featuring various vendors and holiday-themed items.
Saint Mark / Saint Luke's Craft Bazaar
A community craft bazaar hosted at St. Luke's Lutheran Church.
Holly Day Bazaar
A holiday-themed bazaar featuring local crafts and vendors.
Christkindl Markt
Northeast Ohio's premier juried holiday fine arts and fine crafts show, featuring over 75 artisans. Inspired by traditional European markets, the event offers a diverse range of handmade gifts and holiday decor.
Christkindl Markt Canton
Northeast Ohio's premier juried fine arts and fine crafts show inspired by European holiday traditions.
Christkindl Markt - Canton
A premier holiday market in Northeast Ohio featuring fine arts and crafts from across the region in a German-themed setting. Proceeds often support the museum and local arts programming.
Oak Hills Band Association Fall Craft Fair
A two-day fall craft fair supporting the Oak Hills Band Association.
Cozy and Bookish Market 2026
An annual gathering for readers and creators featuring local indie authors, bookish vendors, and unique handmade gifts. Visitors can browse a variety of books, stationery, and cozy items in a warm community atmosphere.
A Winter's Yuletide Gathering
Kick off the holiday shopping season with horse-drawn carriages, costumed carolers, and unique boutiques.
Fall Craft Show (Massillon)
A seasonal craft show in downtown Massillon showcasing local artisans and handmade holiday gifts. Perfect for early holiday shopping from community vendors.
Warther's Christmas Tree Festival
Dozens of beautifully decorated trees are displayed among the museum's world-famous carvings. Proceeds from the tree sales benefit local health foundations and provide a festive start to the holiday season.
Christmas Corner
A multi-day holiday celebration and market event.
PNC Festival of Lights
Consistently voted #1 Zoo lights display in the country, featuring 5 million LED lights, animal lanterns, and a synchronized light show on Swan Lake.
Wildlights at Columbus Zoo
A holiday spectacular featuring millions of LED lights, animated musical light shows, reindeer, and festive activities throughout the zoo.
Lights Before Christmas
An award-winning display featuring over a million lights and 200 illuminated animal images. Highlights include the signature 'Big Tree' in the formal gardens and an ice slide for winter fun.
Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo
Experience the magic of the holidays with millions of dazzling LED lights, animated musical light shows, and animal encounters. This event includes the Sparkling Spruce tree lighting and character ambassador appearances.
PNC Festival of Lights
A dazzling holiday light display featuring over 4 million LED lights and animal-shaped lanterns. Visitors can enjoy a blacklight puppet show, a North Polar Express train ride, and visits with Santa.
10th Annual Ohio Made Holiday Market
Known as Columbus' biggest handmade shopping party, this event features 80+ juried Ohio makers. Shoppers can find unique home décor, fashion, and gourmet treats while enjoying festive cocktails and music.
Cleveland Christmas Connection
One of the largest holiday shows in the U.S. with over 550 exhibitors, SantaLand, and the Tinseltown Train area. Shoppers can find everything from handmade toys to high-end fashion and beauty products.
Wooster Window Wonderland
A festive evening featuring the lighting of the downtown Christmas tree and storefront window reveal.
Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market
A massive holiday shopping extravaganza with aisle after aisle of unique boutiques, gourmet food, and holiday decor. Features special events like VIP Shopper Morning and Girls Night Out.
Ohio Made Holiday Market
A massive handmade shopping party featuring 80+ juried Ohio makers. The event kicks off the holiday season the weekend before Black Friday with a focus on supporting local small businesses.
Columbus ChristmasFair
A two-day holiday market featuring 130+ Ohio and Midwest artists selling unique handcrafted items like pottery, folk art, and jewelry. This 40th-anniversary show is a central Ohio tradition for kicking off the holiday season.
Christkindlmarkt Dublin
A new European-style holiday market featuring seasonal shopping, food, and festive holiday activities along the river.
FEZtival of Trees
A holiday event showcasing dozens of beautifully decorated trees, each featuring unique themes and gift displays. Attendees can purchase raffle tickets to win a tree and all the gifts beneath it.
Steubenville Nutcracker Village
The world's largest collection of life-size nutcrackers features over 200 handcrafted figures displayed 24/7, along with an Advent Market and holiday hayrides on weekends.
Deck the Hall
A historic estate holiday celebration featuring the Manor House decorated in festive Gilded Age style and over a million outdoor lights. Visitors can enjoy live holiday music, refreshments, and a visit with Santa.
Kings Island WinterFest
A massive theme park holiday event featuring ice skating on International Street, festive live shows, and millions of lights. Select park rides are open for a unique winter experience alongside holiday shopping and dining.
Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill
One of the nation's premier holiday displays with over 4 million lights covering the mill, riverbanks, and gorge, including a spectacular 100-foot light waterfall.
Yuletide Village: Season of Lights
A magical winter wonderland with holiday lights, a Yuletide market, and appearances by both Santa and Krampus.
Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill
One of the country's finest light displays featuring over 4 million lights illuminating the mill, gorge, and riverbanks. Highlights include a 100-foot waterfall of lights, a miniature village, and a synchronized light show on the covered bridge.
Milford Hometown for the Holidays
Kick off the holiday season with shopping specials, a tree lighting ceremony, and visits from Santa in historic downtown Milford.
Holidazzle Illuminated Parade & Festival
A holiday celebration featuring an illuminated night parade, vendors, and children's activities.
Stan Hywet Hall Deck the Hall
A festive tradition turning the historic Seiberling estate into a holiday destination with seasonal decor throughout the Manor House and outdoor light displays. Features the Dazzle light show and visits with Santa in the Carriage House Courtyard.
Christmas at Kingwood
A magical holiday display featuring over seven miles of twinkling outdoor lights, an enchanting Community Tree Walk, and decorated displays inside the historic mansion.
Columbus Winterfair
Celebrating 50 years, this fine craft fair features artists from across the country selling glass, ceramics, wearable art, and more. It is ranked as a top craft show by Sunshine Artist magazine.
720 Holiday Market
An open-air holiday market featuring local artisans, food trucks, and seasonal music. This curated shopping event highlights small businesses and makers from around the Northeast Ohio region.
GalaxyCon Columbus
A massive festival of fandom featuring celebrity guests, comic book artists, cosplay contests, and a huge hall of unique geek-culture vendors.
Waynesville Christmas in the Village
Experience the magic of Christmas with glowing luminaries, sweet treats, strolling characters, and a bustling Christmas Market. This multi-day event features local artisans and holiday cheer throughout the historic district.
Christmas in the Village
Experience small-town holiday charm with 1,000+ luminaries, strolling characters, and Santa arriving on a firetruck. Historical shops and a heated entertainment tent offer festive activities for all ages.
E.J. Thomas Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
A long-standing holiday tradition featuring over 100 professional artists and craftsmen. This juried show offers unique, handcrafted gifts across three floors of the performing arts hall.
Mayfield Heights Holiday Fest
A festive community tradition featuring a visit from Santa, horse-drawn wagon rides, ice carvings, and food trucks. The event includes an indoor/outdoor bar and a lighting ceremony to kick off the season.
Lebanon Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival
Features two massive parades of horse-drawn carriages through the historic streets, once at 1:00 PM and again by candlelight at 7:00 PM. The festival also includes holiday shopping, food vendors, and live music.
Winterfest Columbus
A festive winter celebration in downtown Columbus featuring live music, seasonal food trucks, and free family activities.
Eaton High School Craft Show and Music Festival
A community event combining a large craft and vendor market with live musical performances from student ensembles. It is a festive day that supports local arts and school programs.
Dalton Holiday Festival
A seasonal community celebration featuring a holiday parade and local festivities to kick off the winter season. The event is a member of the Ohio Festivals and Events Association and emphasizes local traditions.
Dalton Holidays Festival
Features a craft show, a parade billed as the 'Coolest Parade in Ohio,' and homemade baked goods to celebrate the Christmas spirit.
Zoar Christmas Tours
Step back in time at this communal settlement to enjoy German and American Christmas traditions, artisan demonstrations, and historic home tours.
Christmas at Apollo Craft Show
A popular holiday craft show featuring dozens of vendors selling unique, handmade goods ranging from home decor to artisanal foods. It is a long-standing tradition in the Lima community for holiday gift shopping.
Light Up Sugarcreek
A festive lighting ceremony in 'Little Switzerland' featuring caroling, holiday displays, and community fellowship. The event often includes a visit from Santa Claus and local Swiss-inspired treats.
720 Holiday Market at Oakwood Square III
The third installment of the holiday market series in Canton, offering fresh opportunities for seasonal shopping from local artisans. Features rotating vendors and festive atmosphere.
Holiday Bazaar Athens
A festive local market featuring handmade crafts, holiday baked goods, and unique seasonal items from regional artisans. It provides a community-focused shopping environment in Southeast Ohio.
Ashland Breakfast with Santa
A holiday community event where families can enjoy breakfast and meet Santa at a local brewery.
12th Annual Jingle Mingle Craft & Vendor Show
A two-day holiday shopping extravaganza with over 70 unique vendors each day. Shoppers can find handmade crafts, wood items, home decor, and last-minute holiday gifts in a festive atmosphere.
Christmas in Ash Cave
A magical holiday tradition where visitors walk along a lantern-lit trail to Ash Cave to enjoy caroling around a campfire. Santa arrives to visit with children, and the natural cave setting provides a stunning backdrop for festive activities.
Merry Little Christmas Celebration
A holiday celebration held at the Visitors Center with opportunities for local vendors.
Holiday Lantern Tours
A lantern-lit walking tour through a 19th-century village decorated for the holidays. Costumed interpreters share stories of early American holiday traditions, followed by seasonal treats at the Gatehouse.
Winter Fest Bluegrass Festival
An indoor bluegrass festival featuring multiple bands, jamming sessions, and a community atmosphere for bluegrass enthusiasts. The event offers various workshops and a main stage for headline performances.
FINDING NEVERLAND
A theatrical production presented by the Bellevue Society for the Arts.
Mohican WinterFest
A weekend of winter fun featuring over 30 custom-carved ice sculptures, ice carving demonstrations, and local shopping in Loudonville.
Winter Ice Festival at Franklin Park Conservatory
A celebration of winter featuring ice skating on a synthetic rink and a Fire & Ice sculpture competition. Visitors can enjoy hot beverages, food from on-site food trucks, and a seasonal bar while viewing beautifully lit botanical displays.
Winter Music Festival
An indoor musical event showcasing various performances in the historic and ornate Ohio Theatre.
Sharonville Winter Market
A post-holiday indoor market featuring local farmers, food producers, and artisans. It serves as a regional hub for fresh local food and winter produce in the Greater Cincinnati area.
Logan Frozen Festival
Held on the same day as the Winter Hike, this festival features dozens of hand-crafted ice sculptures displayed along the streets. Activities include ice games in Worthington Park, block sculpting demonstrations, and a live DJ.
Hocking Hills Annual Winter Hike
A beloved winter tradition featuring a 6-mile hike from Old Man's Cave to Ash Cave. Shuttles are provided, and hikers can enjoy continuous entertainment and famous bean soup at the mid-point stop.
FREE Greene County Home Show
A large showcase of home improvement experts, builders, and landscaping specialists for homeowners planning 2027 projects.
FREE Greene County Home Show January 2027
A winter home show featuring home improvement experts, vendors, and contractors. It is designed to help homeowners plan their spring and summer projects.
LeBron James' Home Court Experience
A museum experience dedicated to the journey of LeBron James, featuring artifacts from his childhood and career in Akron.
The Return Of The King: An Unrivaled Tribute To Elvis
A professional tribute performance honoring the music and legacy of Elvis Presley.
Jungle Jim's Pickle Wars 2026
A unique festival celebrating all things pickles with vendors, tastings, and fun activities.
Wonderball 2026
An annual signature event held at the Columbus Museum of Art featuring art, music, and entertainment.
Love Your Craft Show
A craft show featuring crafts, fine craft, and homegrown products. The event also includes a cat adoption event.
Ice A Fair in Vermilion
A day of winter family fun featuring professional ice carvers creating sculptures throughout downtown. Highlights include trolley rides, a 'Frozen' play space for kids, and a fire and ice display in the evening.
Main Street Kent Chocolate Walk 2026
A sweet community event where participants walk through downtown Kent sampling various chocolate treats.
Medina Ice Festival
The largest ice festival in Northeast Ohio features over 100 ice sculptures highlighted by color-changing LED lights at night. Visitors can watch speed carving competitions and explore the historic shops around the town square.
Uncorked: Columbus
A wine tasting event featuring various selections at the COSI museum.
Valley View ES, Isham ES PTO, WIS & Wadsworth Drama Boosters
A community event supporting local school drama boosters.
2026 Columbus Brew Festival
A beer festival held at the Center of Science and Industry.
Columbus Spring Home Improvement Show
A home improvement show where attendees can meet local and national experts.
Spring Fields & Flowers
A holiday celebration event.