OHIO ROAD TRIPS, FESTIVALS, EVENTS AND MORE. 

FEATURED EVENT

LOG CABIN DAYS


Dates: September 16-17, 2022

Location: Hochstetler Log Homes

552 State Route 95, Loudonville, OH 44842


One of the highlights of the event will be the log home tour, where visitors are able to go through up to 8 log homes and discover the casual, relaxing lifestyle that characterizes log home living. This self-guided tour is available for a small donation which supports the American Cancer Society.


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FEATURED EVENT

RAVENNA BALLOON A-FAIR 


Dates: September 15-18, 2022

Location: Downtown Ravenna & Sunbeau Valley Farm


Friday night balloon glow, Jeep and car show, parade, helicopter rides, children events, entertainment, vendors, and a hot air balloon lift-off on Saturday. Hotel accommodations click here


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FEATURED EVENT

LAKESIDE ART WALK & NIGHT MARKET


Date: September 17, 2022

Time: Noon - 9pm

Location: Lakeside Chautauqua

236 Walnut Avenue, Lakeside, Ohio 43440


FREE admission and parking.

A family friendly event, we will have a variety of food and drink options as well as live entertainment.


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FEATURED EVENT

49TH ANNUAL

YANKEE PEDDLER FESTIVAL


Dates: September 17-18, 24-25, 2022

Time: 10:30 am – 5:30 pm

Location: Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park

13190 Patterson St. NW, North Lawrence, OH 44666


“Our festival examines life between the years 1776-1825. All of our crafters and vendors are required to dress in year appropriate attire at all times. They must exhibit all three weekends and demonstrate a minimum 50% of the time. Artisans and crafters are expected to provide educational displays and written histories of their crafts.”


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ROAD TRIPS

SCENIC FALL DRIVING TOURS

Are you ready to start viewing Mother Nature’s fall foliage? The month of October begins many of the fall foliage scenic driving tours. What a great way to see the back-roads and small towns of Ohio.


Driving tours include:

  • Ashtabula Covered Bridge Festival
  • Coshocton Fall Farm & Foilage Tour
  • Lorain County Fall Farm Tour
  • Medina County Fall Foliage Tour
  • Mohican Fall Foliage Tour
  • Wayne County Farm Tour
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SAVOR THE FLAVOR OF FALL

Best of Ohio's Amish Country


Dates: October 28-29, 2022


Enjoy crisp air, changing leaves and of course the sweet flavors of fall! Enjoy the unique flavors of fall on the annual Best of Ohio’s Amish Country Savor The Flavor Tour. Travel the roads of beautiful Amish Country, stopping to shop and tour seven of Amish Country’s best businesses. At each one, collect delicious treats featuring fall-themed flavors.


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MORE FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

CLEVELAND PICKLE FEST

Date: September 17, 2022 

Time: Noon-7pm

Location: Mall B, Downtown Cleveland 


Cleveland Pickle Fest® is a celebration of pickles and volunteerism in Cleveland. Volunteers are a BIG DILL. Proceeds from the event support Greater Cleveland Volunteers programs and services to volunteers and nonprofits in Cuyahoga County.

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AUTUMN LANTERN TOURS 

Historic Schoenbrunn Village


Date: September 16-17, 2022

Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: 1984 E. High Ave.,

New Philadelphia, OH


When the sun goes down, Schoenbrunn Village comes to life! Tour the Village by lantern and follow the lit paths of luminaries. Visit the cabins and hear the stories of the 18th century life from our reenactors.

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LEHMAN'S FALL FESTIVAL 

Date: September 17, 2022

Time: 10am-4pm

Location: Lehman’s

On the Square in Kidron, Ohio!

Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH


Kick off fall with the best of family fun at Lehman’s! YouTubers and homesteaders, Doug and Stacy will be here to talk all about harvesting as well as meet and greet with our customers. (Learn more on their event listing) We will also have Hoss the cow here for cow cuddling! Roam the store for fall fun with food samples and children’s activities.

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APPLE DUMPLING FESTIVAL 

Date: September 23-25, 2022

Location: Whispering Hills

Jellystone RV Park


Enjoy this family fun weekend in the heart of Ohio’s Amish Country featuring Ruth’s famous apple dumplings! Corn maze, live music and more.


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FALL HARVEST WEEKENDS 

White House Fruit Farm 


Dates: September 17-18, 24-25, October 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23:

Location: White House Fruit Farm

9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH 44406


Farmville Fun kid's play area.

Horse Drawn Wagon Rides

Petting Zoo

Music on the lawn 

For more info see listing.

TIPS TO FIND THE BEST SIPS IN YOUNGSTOWN 

Youngstown, Ohio might not necessarily be the first place you think of when it comes to wine — but that’s about to change, because we’ve got some amazing local wineries that are putting Mahoning County on the map! 


Whether you’re looking for a relaxing evening with a glass of wine in hand, or want to meet up with friends to share some fantastic food and lively conversation, we’ve got all the info on where you should go!

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PUMPKIN FEST WITH PUMPKIN TRAIN

Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation


Date: September 17-18, 2022

Time: 10am-4pm

Location: 2505 County Road 99, Findlay, OH


This two day event has something for everyone! Our fall festival is filled with family friendly games, activities, and events. One price covers it all including Pumpkin Train rides, bounce houses, corn cannons, and pumpkin chuckin' all day long.

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SUGARCREEK SWISS FESTIVAL

Dates: September 29-October 1, 2022

Location: Sugarcreek, OH


Every fall since 1953, downtown Sugarcreek, Ohio transforms into a lively Swiss village, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Switzerland. From wine and cheese samplings to races, contests, and parades, the Swiss Festival offers something for everyone.

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OKTOBERFEST - KENT  

Date: September 24, 2022

Time: Noon – 10 pm

Location: Downtown Kent, OH


Enjoy live music, polka dancers, German inspired food and seasonal beer. Non-alcoholic beverages available from food vendors.

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OKTOBERFEST - WOLF CREEK

Date: September 24, 2022

Time: Noon - 10pm

Location: Wolf Creek - Pine Run Grist Mill

St. Rt. 3 South, Loudonville, OH


Enjoy nearly 75 foreign & domestic beers, wine, live music, & great food!


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GENEVA GRAPE JAMBOREE

Dates: September 24-25, 2022

Location: Downtown Geneva, OH


Grape stomping, rides, art show, pie eating, craft & vendor show, entertainment, run for the grapes, parade and more. 



GRAND RIVER VALLEY WINE PASS


Discover Ohio’s Wine Country and check-in to WIN an overnight stay for 4 people.


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OAK HARBOR APPLE FESTIVAL

Dates: October 8-9, 2022

Time: Saturday 10-8pm, Sunday 10a-6p

Location: Downtown Oak Harbor, Ohio


Admission: FREE!


There are over 25,000 annual visitors and all activities are located within a two block walking area. Come see the crowning of our Royalty Court at opening ceremonies Saturday at 9:30am, followed by baby contest, the Grand Parade at 2:00pm, Cornhole tournament, talent show and “The Junk” in the beer tent to round out the day’s entertainment. Sunday is chuck full of fun as well, with the Classic Car Show, 5K Run, Kids 1 Mile Fun Run, and local performers to make for a day of pure enjoyment! 

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OLD WEST PUMPKIN FEST 

at Rockin'-R-Ranch


Dates: Oct 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 2022

Time: Sat - Sun from 12 noon – 5pm

Location: 19066 East River Rd. (SR 252) Columbia Station

10 Minutes from Strongsville Mall


Old West Pumpkin Festival on a Pumpkin Patch Farm. Includes Unlimited Activities for 1 Low Price!


Unlimited Pumpkin Patch hayrides through the hayride trail, pony rides, live costume character Kids stage show, huge pumpkin patch slide, costume characters, animal petting farm, straw mountain, caterpillar crawl activity area, old west town, children’s Haunted House (with no live actors), free prizes and more! Will accept Cash at ticket booth or credit cards. Fair food, food tents, pumpkins and souvenirs also available for purchase. Open to public. Reservations are not necessary. visit clevelandhayride.com


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SPOOKY RANCH  

at Rockin'-R-Ranch


Dates: Open Sept 23 thru October 30

Hours: Fridays & Saturdays 7-11:30 p.m.

and Thursdays & Sundays 7-9:30pm starting October 9th.

Location: 19066 East River Rd (SR 252)

Columbia Station (10 Minutes from Strongsville Mall)


Top rated haunted house. Over 30 plus years of scares and fun! 5 Awesome Attractions for 1 Low Price! The Famous Haunted Hayride, The Haunted Barn, Extreme Nightmares, Blood Slingers Saloon, Monster Vision in 3-D. The most technically advanced haunted hayride and haunted attractions in Ohio. Nationally Ranked in the Country. 30 foot fire-breathing creatures. Scream park. Fair food, foot tents pumpkins and souvenirs available for purchase. We offer different levels of scares from mild to extreme with different packages to choose from for families and anyone wanting the scariest haunted house ever. Will accept Cash at ticket booth or credit cards. Reservations are not necessary. Open to the Public.


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PUT-IN-BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL 

Dates: September 17, 2022

Time: Noon-7pm

Location: The Boathouse 

218 Hartford Ave., Put-in-Bay


This FREE outdoor event will have live music with a blues theme for 2022. Enjoy a live performance from:

EVOLUTION

The Good The Bad and The Blues

Colin Dussault Blues Project

The Reese Dailey Band

Frankie Starr and the Stamper Starr Band

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MILLER BOAT LINE 5K &

1 MILE FAMILY FUN WALK

Dates: September 17, 2022

Location: Put-in-Bay


Runners & walkers of all ages welcome! Attend this annual 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Walk Saturday, September 18 at Put-in-Bay, Ohio. The race begins near The Boathouse Restaurant downtown. A scenic course, much of it winding along the island shoreline, participants consider this to be one of the most beautiful runs in Ohio. Preregister for discount, family discount also available. Registrants receive a discounted fare aboard Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay. Prizes & unique engraved Lake Erie stones awarded to several age levels, male & female. 

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JOHNNY APPLESEED FESTIVAL

Dates: September 17-18, 2022

Times: Sat 11am-11pm | Sun 10am=8pm

Location: 130 S. Market St., Lisbon, OH


2 stages for twice the music. Free kisds pedal tractor race, talent show with cash prizes, free inflatable axe throwing, free ice cream eating contest, apple pie contest, art show, quilt show, pet parade, and more. 

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KENT ROCK MUSIC FEST

Dates: September 16, 2022

Location: Downtown Kent, OH


Featuring performances by 15-60-75 (The Numbers Band) · Among The Willows · Backstreet Blues Band · Bethany Joy Trio · Danny Christian · Gaetano Letizia & The Underworld Blues Band · Greg Garwood · Jim Zeller and more. 

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BARBERTON MUM FESTIVAL 

Dates: September 24-25, 2022

Times: 10am-6pm

Location: Lake Anna, Barberton, OH 


Lake Anna Park will explode with color as 17,000 chrysanthemums create over a million mum blooms in patriotic celebration at the 32nd Annual Mum Fest 2022. 


The dazzling floral display will provide a brilliant backdrop for a weekend filled with free family entertainment, arts and crafts, gardening tips, and fabulous foods. 

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ATWOOD FALL FEST 

Date: September 30, October 1-2, 2022

Location: Atwood Lake Park, Mineral City


The Atwood Area Fall Festival reaches a wide audience with food, music, homemade crafts, hands-on displays, entertainment, interpretive demonstrations, exhibits, and so much more. In cooperation with the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, the Atwood Area Fall Festival Committee Inc. coordinates all the weekend’s activities.

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GERMANTOWN PRETZEL FESTIVAL 

Dates: September 24-25, 2022

Times: Sat 9am-9pm |Sun Noon-6pm

Location: Germantown Columbus, Ohio 


The Germantown Pretzel Festival has something to offer for everyone!  


Rides and Games for the younger ones, Plenty of Scrumptious Food, Great Live entertainment and Vendors with just about everything imaginable.

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WOOSTERFEST 

Date: September 30-October 1, 2022

Friday, Noon - 11 PM

Saturday, 11 AM - 11 PM


Woosterfest is an annual Oktoberfest-style festival organized by the Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce and held in downtown Wooster. In its 39th year, the event continues to attract thousands throughout northeast Ohio, by offering free entertainment, unique food vendors, an ever-expanding bier and winegarten, and activities for the young and the young at heart.

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HARVEST FESTIVAL 

Hale Farm & Village


Dates: October 1-2, 8-9, 2022

Time: 10 am - 5pm daily 

Location: 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 


Harvest time at Hale Farm & Village is a time for natural beauty, busy farm days, and all of our favorite traditional fall scents & flavors! Guests will experience the seasonal work of a 19th century farm, while community partners demonstrate how traditions like cider pressing and fermentation have remained popular and important in our communities today! Join us for seasonal bites and live music both weekends, and a special visit from Johnny Appleseed on Oct. 1st & 2nd!

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HORSEPOWER WEEKEND 

Lake Metroparks Farmpark


Dates: September 24-25, 2022

Time: 9AM-5PM

Location: 11211 Spear Rd., Concord Twp.,


Witness the power of horse- and tractor-drawn harvesting equipment and the roar of muscle cars of yesteryear. See the progression of farming from workers to animals to machinery.


Additional upcoming events:

Apple Butter & Cider Weekend - Oct 1 & 2

Corn & Pumpkin Weekends - Oct 8-9 & 15-16.


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MORE OHIO FESTIVALS 

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OHIO ATTRACTION HIGHLIGHT

Heini's is the home of the Bunker Hill Cheese company, which was established by John Dauwalder in 1935. It's a third generation family-owned company today, and Heini's Cheese Chalet is the popular retail store attached to the cheese factory where you can buy tons of delicious cheese, locally-made jams and jellies, honey, smoked meats, and other area specialties. You can also see the cheese making process and learn about the history of cheesemaking firsthand.


Location: 6005 County Road 77, Millersburg, OH | website


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