Road Trip Worthy Things to Do.
Time to start packing the car.
| | GET READY TO CELEBRATE THE PASTA! | | |
Three things to know about Italian Festivals:
1. There is a Nonna somewhere cooking the pasta. 🍝
2. There is always a tray of cannoli just waiting to be eaten.
3. Italian lemon ice is delicio!
So gather your family and friends and go enjoy a little taste of Italy. "Mangiare"
| | LET'S TAKE A TRIP TO BRUNSWICK, OHIO! | | |
Hey fellow road trippers!
The City of Brunswick may not seem like an obvious road trip destination, but I am here to prove you wrong. I not only filled one day of exploring—I filled two! If you enjoy experiences, unique shops, thrifting, outdoor stops, and foodie finds, Brunswick should be on your radar for your next road trip.
| | TAKE A ROAD TRIP TO A PLACE THAT FEELS FAR AWAY. | | |
EXPERIENCE A PUT-IN-BAY RECHARGE.
From scenic Lake Erie views to unique attractions, local foodie favorites, unforgettable sunsets, and golf cart adventures, Put-in-Bay has everything you need for the perfect island getaway. Time to plan your island escape.
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⛴️ GIVEAWAY ALERT!
Thanks to Miller Ferries, My Ohio Fun has the pleasure to give one randomly selected lucky winner four (4) round trip tickets to Put-in-Bay on Miller Ferry AND a golf cart for the day from E's Golf Carts. Age restrictions apply. 2026 season. All travel is at your own risk. Giveaway ends, Sunday July 19, 2026 at 11:59 AM.
| | UPCOMING OHIO EVENTS AND FESTIVALS | | |
Historic Roscoe Village
Date: July 19, 2026
Location: Coshocton, OH
Take a Canal Town Discovery Tour with live demonstrations in select buildings for FREE.
Ride the Monticello III Canal Boat for FREE on Sunday, July 19th as part of Coshocton’s America 250 celebration! Rides are at 1, 2, 3, & 4pm and occupancy is limited.
| |  | ROCK COSCHOCTON MUSIC FESTIVAL | |
Dates: July 24 – 26
Location: Coshocton County Fairgrounds
3 days of Live Music.
Motorshow on Sunday
Day & Weekend Passes available
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Dates: July 24-26, 2026
Location: Bridge St. Ashtabula, OH
Enjoy filets of fresh walleye from Lake Erie, local wine samples, and live music from local artists.
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Dates: July 10-11, 2026
Location: Hiron Riverfront
The multi-day event features a lively mix of family-friendly activities, a parade, live music, food vendors, carnival rides, craft booths and a fireworks display over the river.
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Rabbit Run Theater
Dates: July 17 – Aug. 8 (July 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, Aug. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8)
Box office: 440-428-7092, Wed. – Sun., 3 – 7 p.m.
Location: 5648 W. Chapel Rd, Madison
"The musical follows the tumultuous onstage and offstage relationship of egotistical director Fred Graham and his hot-tempered ex-wife Lilli Vanessi. As the warring couple co-star is a musical presentation of Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew”, chaos ensues backstage with the entrance of comedic mobsters trying to collect a debt.+
| | | LAKE ERIE SAND SCULPTURE TOUR | |
Point your car north.
Five sculptures.
Five destinations.
Tour begins: July 11, 2026
Location: Lake County, OH
The tour invites visitors to experience beautiful sand sculptures created by artists Carl Jara and Greg J. Grady. Each location include stops at nature preserves, beaches, parks and waterfront communities across Lake County.
These are sand sculptures and are out in the elements and subject to the weather.
| | | DISCOVER AVIATION AIRPLANE & CAR SHOW | |
Date: July 11, 2026
Time: 8AM-4PM
Location: Lorain County Regional Airport
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
• Aircraft Displays
• Car Show
• Food Trucks
• Kids Activities
• And much more!
Admission is just $10 per car (cash), making it a fun and affordable day for the entire family.
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Dates: Tuesday, July 7 – Tuesday, August 11,
Time: 10am–5pm
Location: Greater Cleveland Aquarium
Flats West Bank, 2000 Sycamore Street, Cleveland, OH
The monthlong celebration includes the opportunity to spot four shark (brownbanded bamboo, sandbar, sandtiger and Atlantic nurse) and five stingray (ocellate river, hybrid river, cownose, Southern and Atlantic) species, complete a four-page activity booklet, participate in contests and daily shark and stingray activities, meet friendly landshark mascot Finn, ask underwater divers questions AND MORE.
| | | GONE SQUATCHIN BIGFOOT FESTIVAL | |
Date: July 11, 2026
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: John’s Country Nursery
15808 Olde State Road, Middlefield, OH
"Free admission. $3 parking
Enjoy music, food & craft vendors, contests, raffles, and more. Get a non-blurry picture of Bigfoot. Ride The Wildwood Express!"
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Akron Zoo
Date: July 24-26, 2026
Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: Akron, OH
Join us for family friendly summertime festivities under the holiday lights! Guests will enjoy large inflatables throughout the park, music from a live DJ, a water play area and special food truck options. Get ready to compete in everyone’s favorite summer activity, mini golf. Don’t forget to wear your best ugly sweater for a chance to win a prize!
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Date: July 18, 2026
Location: Burbank, OH
Salute to America
Live Western Music, Shopping, Food Trucks, Souvenirs, Photo Ops, Family Memories, and Fun. All taking place right here on our working cattle ranch. Gates open at 4:00pm.
Mutton Bustin 5:30pm.
Pro bull riding at 7:00 pm.
Such a family-friendly event.
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Lyme Village
Dates: July 25-26, 2026
Location: 5001 State Route 4, Bellevue, OH
Experience military life with Civil War soldiers. Walk through the camps and interact with soldiers from the North and South as they go about their daily activities. Observe cooking demonstrations, learn about what soldiers did in their spare time, including games and sports.
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Date: July 12-19, 2026
Location: All around Medina.
"...offering free and low-cost artistic experiences, activities, and performances throughout Medina County for all ages. At its heart, Arts Week celebrates the arts and the creative spirit that thrives within our community.+
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Date: July 18, 2026
Location: Downtown Kent, OH
FREE music all around Downtown Kent. Bands include Armstrong Bearcat · Art Michaud · Backstreet Blues Band · BC Hudson & Sonny Leach · Blues Deville · Bob Frank Blues · Castles and Airships · Cleveland Fats · Conway Brothers and more.
Make it a getaway. Nearby hotel info: CLICK HERE.
| | | WORLD'S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK | |
Date: July 10-12, 2026
Location: Put-In-Bay
The World’s Largest Yellow Rubber Duck lands on Put-in-Bay, Ohio. This massive, inflatable work of art measures 61′ tall, 64′ wide and 74′ long – taller than a six story building. You won’t want to miss this once in a lifetime photo opp, duck merchandise and more on your favorite Lake Erie Island. This sunshine-colored photogenic duck will also be accompanied by her new 10-feet-tall fledgling ducklings.
| | | MIDDLE BASS MUSIC FESTIVAL | |
Date: July 11, 2026
Location: Middle Bass Island
Take Miller Ferry from Catawba to Middle Bass Island for this one of a kind festival at the historic Lonz Winery State Park. Miller Ferry lets you off at the entrance of the festival. Enjoy the Lake Erie view with music, artist demonstrations, food trucks, adult beverages from Catawba Island Brewing Company and Heineman’s Winery. Admission is free and all are welcome.:
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Dates: July 24-26, 2026
Location: Columbus, OH
From award-winning pitmasters serving up smoky BBQ to your favorite local Columbus food trucks, Jazz & Rib Fest has flavorful options for all foodies.
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Date: July 24-26, 2026
Location: West Side of Marietta
Live bands, delicious food, cold beer, art vendors, car show, Kid Zone, and MORE!
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Dates: July 24-26, 2026
Location: RiverScape Metroparks, Dayton
Live music. Cultural Music Workshops., Dancing. Food and more. Admission is FREE.
| | | ROSSFORD BALLOON & FIREWORKS FEST | |
Dates: July 17-19, 2026
Location: Inn the Crossroads, Rossford, OH
Hot Air Balloon Glows. Food vendors. Live music. Helicopter rides. Kid's activities. Tethered Balloon rides and more. :
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Bass Pro Tour
Dates: August 6-9, 2026
Fishing Show: Paper District Marina, 611 W. Shoreline Drive, Sandusky, OH
"Come watch the Bass Pro Tour live on the MLFNOW! big screen during the Fishing Show and Watch Party. Enjoy FREE food. Enter to win giveaways, and cheer on the best pros in bass fishing when the Top 10 anglers cross the stage following lines out. Youth of all ages can participate in the fishing derby each day, where gear and bait will be provided."
| | | DOUGHTY VALLEY STEAM DAYS | |
Dates: July 23-25, 2026
Time: 8am-3:30pm
Location: 5017 OH-557
Millersburg, OH
26th Annual Old Time Steam Show with working sawmill, threshing, antique tractors, toy models, small engines, flea market, oil field engines, horse pull, tractor pull, and lots more.
| A Stay Unlike Any Other in Ohio's Amish Country. CLICK HERE to learn more. | | | | | | |
CELEBRATE NATIONAL FRENCH FRY DAY.
July 10, 2026
Did your favorite stop make the list?
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