Things to Do in Amish Country

April 12, 2016 by

There’s plenty of things to do in Ohio Amish Country. Here you’ll find a comprehensive list of events for the Holmes County, Ohio area including festivals, shows, dinner theaters, music and concerts, shopping, parades, and more.

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Filed Under: Ohio Amish Country Events

Amish Country Theater (Walnut Creek)

November 20, 2015 by
Amish-Country-TheaterFebruary 11 – December, 2017
Live theater in Ohio’s Amish Country! The remarkable venue that hosts these hilarious productions is a 12,000 sq. ft. theater with a 325-seat auditorium designed to trigger your imagination by creating the illusion that youState Of The Art Theater are stepping into an authentic Amish barn—except this barn features state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and effects. As a result, audiences experience the production at the highest level. The climate-controlled theater features comfortable movie theater-style seating and easily accommodates wheelchairs and scooters. Hungry patrons may even purchase homemade treats and desserts at the “Barnyard Fixin’s” stand just outside the theater adjacent to the box office. Make sure you arrive early to shop around in the “Hen House” and take home a souvenir from the show!

TIME: visit website
LOCATION: Amish Country Theater – Walnut Creek, Ohio (map)
CONTACT: 1-888-988-7469
WEBSITE: www.amishcountrytheater.com
Filed Under: Theater/Dramas, Walnut Creek Ohio

Velvet Ice Cream at Ye Olde Mill (Utica)

August 31, 2015 by
April – October, 2017
Since 1970, Velvet’s Ye Olde Mill has been a destination serving up delicious ice cream, food and memories. Join us in Utica to spend a day surrounded by ice cream! Each year, more than 150,000 come to Licking County Ohio to be at one with nature and get their fill of the freshest ice cream they’ve ever tasted at Ye Olde Mill. With 20 picturesque acres of rolling hills and thick forests, Ye Olde Mill provides the perfect setting for family fun, reunions, weddings and more.

TIME: see website
LOCATION: Velvet Ice Cream Co. at Ye Olde Mill (map)
CONTACT: Phone:(800)589-5000  
WEBSITE: www.velveticecream.com
Filed Under: Uncategorized

The Home Game Musical (Sugarcreek)

August 25, 2015 by
May 9- August 19, 2017
For as long as he can remember, handsome Levi Troyer has loved playing baseball. He daydreams about playing in the major leagues, but with his father’s expectations that he remain on the farm, he manages to keep most of his dreaming in check. All of that changes when a sports talent scout happens into town one day and catches sight of Levi’s amazing fast ball. Impressed with both his pitching and batting skills, the talent scout offers Levi a deal he can’t refuse.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Ohio Star Theater (map)
CONTACT: Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Music/Concerts, Sugarcreek Ohio, Theater/Dramas

Music On The Square (Berlin)

August 7, 2015 by
May – September 2017
Enjoy, free, live entertainment every Friday night, on the square in Berlin (on the corner of N Market and Main Street). Music on the Square begins May and runs through September and is weather permitting. Featuring many local bands, some old favorites and some new faces, with music styles ranging from Bluegrass to Contemporary. Come join the fun!

TIME: 7 PM
LOCATION: On the Square in Berlin, OH (map)

 

Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Music/Concerts, Ohio Amish Country Events

Tecumseh! Outdoor Historical Drama

July 25, 2015 by
June 9 – Sept. 3, 2017
Witness the epic life story of the legendary Shawnee leader as he struggles to defend his sacred homelands in the Ohio country during the late 1700’s. TECUMSEH! has been labeled as one of the most mesmerizing dramas in the nation.
The huge, outdoor stages of the Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre afford the audience a unique viewing experience. Sit beneath the stars as sheer spectacle surrounds you with a herd of galloping horses, live military cannon in action, and the most dazzling battle sequences offered on the American stage.

TIME: 8 PM   LOCATION: Sugarloaf Mountain Ampitheatre (map)
CONTACT: Phone: (866)775-0700; Email: tecumseh@bright.net
WEBSITE: www.tecumsehdrama.com
Filed Under: Theater/Dramas

The Living Word Outdoor Drama

July 18, 2015 by
June 16 – September 23, 2017
This nationally recognized drama brings to life the passion of Jesus Christ. The 400-foot set was researched, making it an authentic representation of Old Jerusalem. With nearly a half million visitors, we pray and hope that you too will come and witness Ohio’s Only Outdoor Passion Play this summer.
BECAUSE HE LIVES!

TIME: Friday & Saturday, 7:30 pm – 10 pm
LOCATION: Living Word Ampitheatre (map)
CONTACT: Phone: (740)439-2761  
TICKETS: click here for tickets
WEBSITE: www.livingworddrama.org
Filed Under: Theater/Dramas, Uncategorized

Family Farm and Field Day

June 19, 2015 by
family-farm-and-field-day-event-ohio-amish-countryJuly 14 & 15, 2017
We invite you to join us for demonstrations, presentations, discussions, sessions and sponsor’s displays, as we bring you an educational format for grass-based agriculture and much more!
TIME: Friday 4:30 – 8:30 PM; Saturday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
LOCATION: Wholesome Valley Farm (Wilmot, OH) (map)
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Filed Under: Events for Children, Farm/Ag Events, Wilmot Ohio

East Holmes Fireman’s Festival

June 19, 2015 by
east-holmes-firemens-festival-berlin-ohioJuly 15, 2017
The annual East Holmes Fireman’s Festival is held every year to honor the many volunteers who protect life and property in Holmes County, at Berlin Elementary School. This year’s festivities will be as good as they have been in the past, with games for the kids, an auction, lots of food, including delicious barbecue chicken, and ending the night with fireworks at dusk.
TIME: 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Berlin Elementary School (map)
WEBSITE: www.eastholmesfire.org
Filed Under: Benefit Auctions/Sales, Berlin Ohio, Festivals, Ohio Amish Country Events

Rainbow of Hope Benefit Auction

June 13, 2015 by
July 21-22, 2017
This annual (non-profit) Benefit Auction is to provide financial assistance to area residents who are unable to pay the health costs resulting from catastrophic illnesses affecting infants and children. Pre-Auction – Friday Night with chicken barbeque, local entertainment, volleyball tournaments, and kids toys/fun auction. Saturday – Full course breakfast starts at 6:00 am. Auction begins at 8:30 am. Quilts, crafts, furniture, lawn furniture, bake sale, livestock, and many more local items.

TIME: see above
LOCATION: Mt. Hope Auction Grounds (map)
CONTACT:(330)674-5062  
WEBSITE: www.mthopeauction.com
Filed Under: Benefit Auctions/Sales, Mt. Hope Ohio, Shopping/Sales Events

Doughty Valley Steam Days (Charm)

June 13, 2015 by
Doughty-Valley-Steam-DaysJuly 20-22, 2016
This reunion of antique farm machinery collectors is set in the picturesque rolling farmland at the heart of Ohio’s Amish country. Over the years the event has grown to become Ohio’s second largest gathering of working steam engines with a wide variety of authentic demonstrations of early farm power. See in action all day long: steam tractors, prairie tractors and antique gas engines. Feature demonstrations include various gas engine driven machines, steam plowing, steam powered sawmills, steam powered shingle mill, steam threshing and draft horse demonstrations.
Ticket / Registration Fees: $4

TIME: Thursday – Saturday
LOCATION: SR 557, next to Guggisberg Swiss Inn (map)
CONTACT : (330) 763-0303
WEBSITE BLOG: www.amishleben.com/blog
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Filed Under: Amish Country Towns Events, Charm Ohio, Farm/Ag Events

Dominic Greco Concert

June 12, 2015 by
July 22, 2017
Dominic Greco Band members are community members, including students, professional educators, musicians, and people from all walks of life. The common denominator for all members is a love for band music and the camaraderie shared by musicians everywhere.

TIME: 7 pm
LOCATION: Sugarcreek Fire Station (map)
WEBSITE: www.dominicgrecoband.com
Filed Under: Events for Children, Music/Concerts, Sugarcreek Ohio

Zoar Harvest Festival Antiques Show & Sale

June 11, 2015 by
Zoar Harvest FestivalJuly 29-30, 2017
Experience the harvest in Zoar Village! Tour all of our historic buildings, shop from high quality artisans and antique dealers, enjoy the juried craft and art show, and learn from a variety of historic demonstrators! With so much to see, you’ll want to spend the weekend with us! It’s FREE to walk the village and shop the craft show.

TIME: Saturday, 10 – 5; Sunday, 10 – 4
CONTACT: 330-874-3011
LOCATION: Zoar Village(map)
WEBSITE: www.historiczoarvillage.com
Filed Under: Ohio Amish Country Events, Zoar Ohio

The Gospel Harmony Boys in concert

June 1, 2015 by
August 2, 2017 & September 12, 2017
Enjoy the classic gospel sound of this Christian Music Hall of Fame quartet. The Gospel Harmony Boys were organized in Huntington, WV in 1952, by Harold Lane, a member of the Southern Gospel Hall Music of Fame. Throughout their half century history, this group of professional men has been given many honors and has attained many goals. These include the distinction of being the first gospel quartet to ever appear on live network television as the guest of Dave Garroway on NBC’s “Today Show” in the early 1950s. They also hosted the nation’s first weekly scheduled gospel music television program that was regular viewing for a million fans in West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky and Virginia for nearly two decades. The GHB still can be seen on TV by way of their videos and guest appearances on several popular shows.

TIME: 7 pm   
LOCATION: Ohio Star Theater (map)
CONTACT: Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Music/Concerts, Sugarcreek Ohio, Uncategorized

Holmes County Steam and Power Show (Mt. Hope)

May 31, 2015 by
August 3-5, 2017
The Steam and Engine show is held annually on the first weekend in August. The show features a Horse Pull on Thursday evening, Tractor and Steam Engine Pulls Friday evening, and Steam Engine and Antique Tractor activities throughout the weekend. The steam traction engine was the predecessor of the gas tractor. It was used for belt and drawbar work. The steam engine used fire to heat the water in the boiler to make steam. It then used the expansive force of steam in a cylinder to create power. The steam engines at the show will be kept busy powering a sawmill, threshing machines, power-eater, Baker fans, steam engine games, and spark shows at night. Admission: $5.00, Children 12 and under are free.
TIME: 9 AM
LOCATION: Mt. Hope Auction Grounds (map)
CONTACT : Steve Fender (740) 502-5454
WEBSITE: www.mthopeauction.com/events
Filed Under: Farm/Ag Events, Mt. Hope Ohio

Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale and Auction

May 30, 2015 by
August 4-5, 2017
The Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale began in 1966. The sale was started by a group of dedicated individuals who wanted to aid Mennonite Central Committee in world relief. The Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale has a policy of selling only what is donated by individuals, Sunday School classes, churches or other groups. Since its humble beginnings, the Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale has continued in its efforts to support relief to those in need around the world.

TIME: Friday, 4 pm; Saturday, 7 am
LOCATION: Wayne County Fairgrounds (map)
WEBSITE: www.ohiomccreliefsale.org
Filed Under: Benefit Auctions/Sales, Kidron Ohio

Pioneer Days Gnadenhutten Ohio

May 30, 2015 by
August 5-6 2017
Celebrate pioneer-style at Gnadenhutten Historical Park & Museum. Visitors will see a parade and a mixture of other entertainment. Also, there is an 1840s pioneer encampment sure to make children and adults alike appreciate their modern amenities. In addition, there are plenty of arts, crafts and more to see at this traditional annual event.

TIME: Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm
LOCATION: Gnadenhutten Museum (map)
CONTACT: gnadenmuseum@gmail.com
WEBSITE: www.gnadenmuseum.com

 

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Antiques in the Alley – Summer (Millersburg)

May 29, 2015 by
August 5, 2017
Antiques in the Alley is a all day event held in beautiful downtown Millersburg. Stroll the streets as you search fro treasures to call your own! Find inspiration and ideas on how others have turned trash…into treasures.

TIME: Saturday 9am – 5pm   LOCATION: Downtown Millersburg Ohio (map)
WEBSITE: www.historicdowntownmillersburg.com
Filed Under: Millersburg Ohio, Shopping/Sales Events

Holmes County Fair (Millersburg)

May 27, 2015 by
August 7-12, 2017
Food, rides, friends, rodeo, tractors, displays, demolition derby, contests, awards, 4-H, music, cows, pigs, rabbits, fowl, sheep, goats, and more! There’s nothing quite like the county fair!

TIME: Monday – Saturday   
LOCATION: Harvest Ridge Fair Grounds (map)
WEBSITE: www.holmescountyfair.com
Filed Under: Festivals

Lodging & Shopping

May 27, 2015 by
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Need a place to stay in Amish Country? Check out: Ohio Amish Country Lodging

You can shop till you drop in Amish Country: Ohio Amish Country Stores

Filed Under: Uncategorized

DIY Homesteading 101: Growing Garlic, Herbs, and Heirloom Veggies

May 25, 2015 by
August 9, 2017
Join us at The Wallhouse Hotel on August 9 for a brand new DIY Class instructed by a local simple living expert Karen Geiser. So many good things to grow in the garden and for this session we’ll learn about different varieties of garlic, how to grow them and ways to use it in the kitchen and home medicine cabinet.

TIME: 10 am – 12:30 pm
LOCATION: Wallhouse Hotel (map)
CONTACT: Phone:(800) 824-2013  
WEBSITE: Facebook Page
Filed Under: Authors/Artists/Crafts/Trades, Walnut Creek Ohio

Dan Emmett Music & Arts Festival (Mt. Vernon)

May 24, 2015 by
Dan-Emmett-Music-and-Art-FestivalAugust 10-13, 2017
The 28th annual Dan Emmett Music & Arts Festival celebrates the legacy of Daniel Decatur Emmett. This homegrown musician, composer, and founder of minstrelsy tradition is known world-wide as the author of “Dixie.” Dan Emmett’s life and career is honored through a varied format of performing and creative artists on four stages and all along South Main Street for the enjoyment of Festival goers of all ages.

TIME: Visit Website
CONTACT: 740-392-3378
LOCATION: Downtown Mt. Vernon(map)
WEBSITE: www.danemmettfestival.org
Filed Under: Festivals, Mt. Vernon, Music/Concerts

Rigs for Relay (Sugarcreek)

May 22, 2015 by
Rigs for relayAugust 12, 2017
Rigs for Relay Benefit Semi-Tractor Show.

TIME: Saturday 2:00pm – 8:00pm
CONTACT: 330-852-4112
LOCATION: Pavilion behind Fire Station(map)
WEBSITE: www.visitsugarcreek.com
Filed Under: Sugarcreek Ohio

Lexington Blueberry Festival

May 17, 2015 by
August 17-20, 2017
The Lexington Blueberry Festival, held at Lexington Community Park, is Ohio’s only festival of its kind! Family fun abounds with popular events such as the 5K Run/Walk, Parades, Blueberry bash, kids games, pageants, various rides and craft vendors, and many live entertainment. It’s a four day event centered around blueberry foods and games and topped off with fireworks Saturday night. Admission & parking are free!

TIME: see website
LOCATION: Lexington Community Park (map)
CONTACT:(419)884-1797  
WEBSITE: www.lexblueberryfest.com
Filed Under: Events for Children, Festivals, Mansfield Ohio, Uncategorized

Baltic Homecoming

May 16, 2015 by
August 18-20, 2017
Parade, Food, Music, Softball, Volleyball, Games for the Kids, Bingo, Ice Cream, Cornhole, Auction. Come join the fun at the Baltic Community Park!


LOCATION: Baltic Community Park (map)
WEBSITE: www.facebook.com
Filed Under: Baltic Ohio, Benefit Auctions/Sales, Events for Children, Festivals, Music/Concerts, Parades, Uncategorized

The Confession Musical (Sugarcreek)

May 5, 2015 by
The-Confession-MusicalAugust 29 – November 4, 2017
The captivating journey of a young Amish woman who is caught in the middle of secrets, scandal, and plot-twisting surprises. It’s a brilliant love story, with plenty of laughs, and an at-the-edge-of-your-seat mystery all wrapped into one. Come see what happens when the plain, not-so-plain, and downright extravagant lives converge in the hit musical, The Confession.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Ohio Star Theater (map)
CONTACT: Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Music/Concerts, Ohio Amish Country Events, Sugarcreek Ohio, Theater/Dramas

Ohio Haiti Benefit Auction (Mt. Hope)

May 2, 2015 by
Ohio Haiti Benefit AuctionSeptember 1-2, 2017
This is a cooperative effort of many churches and individuals to bring relief to the hungry, the sick, the naked, and the homeless people of Haiti. Our ultimate goal is to bring them to Christ. Relief is given without regard to race, religion, color, or creed. The Haiti Benefit Auction is held once a year on Labor Day weekend. The Ohio Haiti Benefit Auction was born in 1987 by brethren who, seeing the great need, had compassion on the poor people in Haiti. We are a channel through which people can contribute with auction items, or by helping. All labor is donated; all workers and board members are expected to pay for what they eat. There are no salaries and no commissions. All auction proceeds go 100% to the many missions in Haiti which are required to give a financial report, meet certain standards, and show proper use of funds in the past. It is a serious responsibility, and wisdom is sought from the Lord for guidance in this task.
TIME: Visit Website
CONTACT: (330)231-4796  or(330)231-5421  
LOCATION: Mt. Hope Auction Barn (map)
WEBSITE: www.mthopeauction.com
Filed Under: Benefit Auctions/Sales, Mt. Hope Ohio

An Evening with Mark Lowry (Sugarcreek)

May 1, 2015 by
September 2, 2017
Mark Lowry is known and loved around the world as a trusted voice in the realm of gospel music and beyond. He started making music at age 11 and now, more than four decades later, his legacy is forever sealed as an innately entertaining communicator who can, at once, make audiences laugh, cry, and think.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Ohio Star Theater (map)
CONTACT: Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Sugarcreek Ohio, Theater/Dramas

Mennonite Girls Can Cook – A New Comedy (Sugarcreek)

April 27, 2015 by
mennonite-girls-can-cookSeptember 6 – November 4, 2017
Watch the excitement, confusion, and just plain frantic fun when a small town cable cooking show, hosted by two Mennonite women, attracts the attention of a Hollywood producer. This ideal recipe for hilarity will make you laugh your spatulas off as these lovely ladies gear up for the “Big Time,” and do their best to deal with their starstruck neighbors competing for their own fifteen minutes of fame. This brand new one-act play mixes faith, food, and friendship into a comedy that really sizzles! Inspired by the popular blog and subsequent cookbook Mennonite Girls Can Cook, by Lovella Schellenberg and the authors of the Mennonite Girls Can Cook blog. As always, groups are welcome at our shows! Discounts available for groups of 20 or more.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Carlisle Inn Sugarcreek Ohio (map)
CONTACT: Carlisle Inn Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Sugarcreek Ohio, Theater/Dramas

Harvest Festival Parade and Rib Cook Off (Berlin)

April 24, 2015 by
Berlin Harvest FestivalSeptember 9, 2017
The Harvest Festival & Rib Cook Off is Berlin’s largest event of the year. Celebrating the Harvest with food, music and fun! Rib vendors come from just down the street and also far and wide to participate in the rib cook-off. Mouth watering ribs are available beginning at 10am. Be sure to vote for your favorite so we can crown the people’s choice award. There will also be a judges award given. Live music will begin at 10am along with kids activities, bake sales, dunk tank, sales throughout town, local food, samples, a raffle, and a parade at 6pm to end the day. A fun family event that you don’t want to miss.

TIME: Saturday all day
LOCATION: downtown Berlin, Ohio (map)
WEBSITE: www.berlinharvestfestival.com
Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Festivals, Parades

Mohican Bluegrass Festival

April 19, 2015 by
September 14-16, 2017
The 26th annual Mohican Bluegrass Festival is a family event that offers persons of all ages the opportunity to venture out to the Mohican Wilderness Campground. The grand log stage is settled in the valley along the Mohican River. Food vendors on-site, coolers welcome. Craft vendors on site and plenty of recreation in camp to help keep the kiddos entertained. Although picnic tables and benches are present in the stage area, lawn chairs are highly recommended to keep you comfortable.

TIME: see website
LOCATION: Mohican Wilderness Campground (map)
CONTACT: (740)599-6741  
WEBSITE: www.mohicanwilderness.com
Filed Under: Events for Children, Festivals, Loudonville Ohio

Dutch Valley Fall Festival (Sugarcreek)

April 18, 2015 by
Dutch Valley Fall FestivalSeptember 15 & 16, 2017
Bring the family and celebrate fall at Dutch Valley with a variety of activities. Annual fall celebration includes carriage rides, an animal exhibit, fresh produce, samples from Dutch Valley’s Bakery and much more.

TIME: Friday & Saturday   
LOCATION: Dutch Valley (map)
WEBSITE: www.dutchvalleygifts.com
Filed Under: Festivals, Sugarcreek Ohio

Holmes County Home Annual Auction

April 17, 2015 by
September 15-16, 2017
Annual benefit auction, with proceeds benefiting the residents at the Holmes County Home. The fun begins Friday night, the 15th, with Volleyball and a Fish Fry starting at 6 pm. The auction begins at 9 am Saturday, but festivities start with breakfast at 7 am.

LOCATION: Holmes County Home(map)
CONTACT: (330)279-2801,   (330)473-3665  
WEBSITE:www.facebook.com
Filed Under: Benefit Auctions/Sales, Holmesville Ohio

Prairie Peddler

April 10, 2015 by
September 23-24 & September 30-October 1, 2017
A Handmade Marketplace featuring over 180 artisan booths, live music, festival food, horse-drawn wagon rides, artist demonstrations and hands-on crafting for kids.

TIME: see website
LOCATION: Prairie Peddler(map)
CONTACT: (740)417-9136  
WEBSITE: www.prairietown.com
Filed Under: Authors/Artists/Crafts/Trades, Festivals, Loudonville Ohio, Shopping/Sales Events, Uncategorized

Ohio Swiss Festival (Sugarcreek)

April 5, 2015 by
September 29-30 2017
The Ohio Swiss Festival began in 1953 as a way to help the Ohio Swiss Cheese Association, based in Sugarcreek, to sell its excess cheese and to celebrate the Sugarcreek area’s Swiss Heritage. Today it continues to be celebrated on the fourth weekend after Labor Day. Friday & Saturday provide two full days of entertainment and events such as costume and yodeling contests, the Steinstossen (throwing of the stone), the Swiss Cheese Chase 5k, and a kiddie and grand parade!

TIME: Friday and Saturday
LOCATION: Sugarcreek, Ohio (map)
BLOG: Ohio Swiss Festival
WEBSITE: Facebook/
Filed Under: Festivals, Ohio Amish Country Events, Parades, Sugarcreek Ohio

Woosterfest

April 4, 2015 by
September 29-30, 2017
We are gearing up for the 2017 Woosterfest! We are excited for this downtown community festival. We hope you plan to join us for what promises to be a great time!
FEATURING
• Live Entertainment • Food Concessions • Kinderplatz • Biergarten • Winegarten • Art & Craft Vendors • Beer Stein Race • Cornhole Tournament • Farmer’s Market • Cruise In • Wooster’s Own Talent Show
TIME: Friday, 12 – 11, Saturday, 11 – 11
LOCATION: Downtown Wooster (map)
CONTACT: (330)262-5735  
WEBSITE: www.woosterchamber.com/events
Filed Under: Events for Children, Festivals, Uncategorized, Wooster Ohio

Apple Dumpling Festival Weekend (Shreve)

April 4, 2015 by
30th Annual Apple Dumpling Festival Whispering Hills RV ParkSeptember 29, 2017
The Apple Dumpling Festival held at Whispering Hills RV Park includes their famous apple dumpling dessert, apple butter stirring, and crafts. Kick-off the season of FALL FAMILY FUN and enjoy a day with the kids at the Annual Apple Dumpling Festival- a family tradition for over 50 years! Visit the local crafters, artisans, & bakers, explore their 8-acre corn maze, play in the children’s straw maze, tour a cabin, make & take crafts, listen to live music, explore the beauty of nature on the hiking trails, take a Percheron Draft Horse drawn wagon ride, purchase a pumpkin, help make Apple Butter, participate in contests & drawings, grab a bite to eat and don’t forget to purchase some of Mrs. Saurer’s famous Apple Dumplings (dine in or carry home)! This event is open to the public; $5.00/person day pass, Children 2 & under and Campers FREE.

TIME: Festivities Friday evening and all day Saturday.
LOCATION: Whispering Hills RV Park Shreve Ohio (map)
WEBSITE: www.whisperinghillsrvpark.com
Filed Under: Festivals, Shreve Ohio

Algonquin Mill Festival (Carrollton)

March 28, 2015 by
Algonquin-Mill-FestivalOctober 6-8, 2017
The annual event is held at the Mill Complex, four miles south of Carrollton, Ohio on State Route 332. Thousands of fall foliage seekers, craft lovers and history buffs converge at the festival each year to step back in time, and revel in the sights and sounds of autumn in Ohio. Visitors can explore a steam-powered flouring mill and sawmill, old time print shop, NYC Railroad station and HO model layout, antique cars and tractors, steam powered engines and an art and photo show.
TIME: Friday – Sunday
LOCATION: Carrollton, Ohio (MAP)
WEBSITE: Algonquin Mill Festival
Filed Under: Festivals

Atwood Area Fall Festival (Mineral City)

March 28, 2015 by
October 6-8, 2017
There is “Something for Everyone” each year at the annual “Atwood Area Fall Festival”, located at beautiful Atwood Lake Park in Mineral City, Ohio during the first weekend in October. 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. Visitor’s wishing to spend the weekend can camp at Atwood Lake Park. Reservations for camping can be made at the Atwood Lake Park website. As the weather cools and the colors change, bring your family and friends to Atwood Lake Park to discover the beauty, quality, and fun of the Atwood Area Fall Festival where there truly is “Something for Everyone”.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Atwood Lake Park (map)
WEBSITE: www.atwoodfallfest.org
Filed Under: Authors/Artists/Crafts/Trades

Fall Festival at The Farm at Walnut Creek

March 28, 2015 by
October 6,7,9 and 13-14, 2017
The Fall Festival at The Farm at Walnut Creek will now be October 6, 7, 9, 13 and 14. Now expanded to five days over two weekends, this event will include food, fall decorations, horseshoeing, broom making, pumpkin slingshot, straw castle, scavenger hunt, corn box, sheep shearing, spinning and the horse drawn wagon rides. An activity that children of all ages really enjoy is the “corn box.” In the corn box, traditional sand is replaced with corn for a sensory experience.
Located at 4147 CR 114, Sugarcreek. Call 330-893-4200 for details and pricing.
LOCATION: The Farm at Walnut Creek (map)
CONTACT: 330-893-4200
WEBSITE: www.thefarmatwalnutcreek.com
Filed Under: Festivals, Walnut Creek Ohio

Holmes County Antique Festival (Millersburg)

March 27, 2015 by
October 7-8, 2017
The Holmes County Antique Festival is a yearly fall festival which takes place in Historic Downtown Millersburg, Ohio. Enjoy two days of markets, arts and crafts, demonstrations on the Square, and continuous entertainment and food, plus the 5K race, Classic Car Show and the Grand Parade. Be sure to visit our Grand Victorian House on Wooster Road, which has been featured on HGTV.

TIME: Saturday & Sunday
LOCATION: Millersburg Ohio (map)
CONTACT: Contact Info
WEBSITE: www.holmescountyantiquefestival.org
Filed Under: Festivals, Millersburg Ohio, Parades

Oktoberfest (Sugarcreek)

March 27, 2015 by
Heinis Gourmet Market OktoberfestOctober 7, 2017
Swisster’s Annual Oktoberfest includes great food and plenty of German craft beers and wines. Demos from favorite vendors will be done throughout the day.

TIME: 9AM – 9PM
LOCATION: Swissters (map)
WEBSITE: www.visitamishcountry.com
Filed Under: Festivals, Sugarcreek Ohio

Charm Days (Charm)

March 21, 2015 by
October 13-14, 2017
Charm, a small Amish town, is located on State Rt. 557 in rural Holmes County. Annually, in mid-October, the quaint community of Charm hosts Charm Days, which is a two day event hosting a bake sale, flea market, yard sales, old-fashioned chili and pies from the local school benefit and fiddling program. Merchants also offer discounts, specials and a grand prize drawing that brings the little town of Charm together.

TIME: Friday & Saturday
LOCATION: Charm, Ohio (MAP)
WEBSITE: Charm Merchant Days
Filed Under: Charm Ohio, Festivals

“The Spirit of Roscoe” Tour

March 15, 2015 by
October 20-21, 2017
Hear about Roscoe’s firebug, the tragedy at the hotel, and the horrible tale of the blood-stained Bible. Sense the fear of the cholera epidemic and experience the danger and humor of being a post boy. Join us in this evening lamp lit tour…..if you DARE! The Spirit of Roscoe Tour will be available on Thursday thru Saturday each week in October at 1:00 PM. The Spirit of Roscoe Lantern Tour is available by RESERVATION ONLY on Friday and Saturday of the Apple Butter Festival.

TIME: 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Roscoe Village (map)
CONTACT: 740-622-7644
WEBSITE: www.roscoevillage.com/spirit-of-roscoe-tour
Filed Under: Coshocton Ohio, Ohio Amish Country Events

Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival (Roscoe Village)

March 14, 2015 by
Roscoe Village Apple Butter Stirring FestivalOctober 20-22, 2017
The Apple Butter ‘Stirrin’ Festival is host to a wide variety of artisans and crafters, this invitational festival celebrates the sights, sounds and scents of autumn. Smell the fresh apple butter simmering over an open fire as you stroll through the street to the tunes of bluegrass and music from days gone-by. You’ll also find raffles and contests to enter.

TIME: Friday and Saturday
LOCATION: Roscoe Village Coshocton Ohio (map)
WEBSITE: www.roscoevillage.com
Filed Under: Coshocton Ohio, Festivals, Music/Concerts

Baltic Fall Harvest Fest

March 13, 2015 by
October 21, 2017
Annual Fall Harvest Fest in Baltic. There will be a pancake breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. by the Baltic Fire Department. The 5k Walk/Run will begin at 9 a.m. (registration at 8 a.m.) From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be music, games, inflatables, hayrides, pumpkin decorating and more! Food includes pulled pork, apple dumplings, pizza, ice cream, popcorn, and pumpkin pie!

LOCATION: Baltic Park (map)
WEBSITE: www.traveltusc.com
Filed Under: Events for Children, Festivals, Uncategorized

Baddow Pass Benefit Breakfast & Silent Auction

March 10, 2015 by

October 28
Come join us for a great breakfast and silent auction. Breakfast includes: eggs, hash browns, fried corn mush, sausage gravy and biscuits, pancakes, sausage patties, sausage links, coffee, hot chocolate, orange juice, and donuts.

TIME: 6:30-11:00 a.m.   LOCATION: Glenmont (map)
CONTACT: (330) 377-4098
Filed Under: Glenmont Ohio, Ohio Amish Country Events

Geurnsey County Courthouse Christmas Lights & Music (Cambridge)

March 2, 2015 by
November 1, 2017 – January 7, 2018
The courthouse comes alive nightly with thousands of pulsating lights synchronized to holiday music. This magnificent 1881 building jumps into the 21st Century as it is bathed in colored lights, 36 animated light displays, and 15,000 lights outlining the building. The display is computer controlled with 364 electrical circuits meticulously synchronized to a holiday soundtrack, with a total of 30,000 lights.

TIME: 5:30pm – 9:00pm Nightly    LOCATION: Downtown Cambridge, Ohio (map)
WEBSITE: www.dickensvictorianvillage.com
Filed Under: Events for Children, Holiday Events

Our Christmas Dinner – A Holiday Musical (Sugarcreek)

February 22, 2015 by
our-christmas-dinnerNovember 9 – December 16, 2017
This not-so-traditional, sports-centered, laughter-filled Christmas dinner features favorite Christmas carols and original songs, too. Brought to you by the same team behind our other three hit musicals, The Confession, Half-Stitched, and Josiah for President, Dan Posthuma, Wally Nason, and Martha Bolton. As always, groups are welcome at our theater! Discounts available for groups of 20 or more.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Ohio Star Theater (map)
CONTACT: Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Holiday Events, Sugarcreek Ohio, Theater/Dramas

Walnut Creek Christmas Tree & Candlelighting (Walnut Creek)

February 22, 2015 by
walnut-creek-tree-lighting November 9-11, 2017
Bring your family and join us as we welcome the Christmas season. The evening includes caroling, candle lighting, refreshments and goodie bags for kids. The annual Christmas Tree and Candle Lighting event takes place at The Commercial and Savings Bank, featuring music by local residents, devotional by a local pastor, refreshments, Christmas carols and goodies for the kids. Come join us, everyone is welcome! The Tree Lighting will be on Friday, November 10.
This is traditionally a weekend when many of the local shops hold their open houses, with sales and discounts on Fall and Christmas items. Plan your visit to take in the many events! Open Houses begin on Thursday, November 9 and last through November 11.

LOCATION: Walnut Creek, Ohio (map)
Website: www.cometowalnutcreekohio.com
Filed Under: Holiday Events, Walnut Creek Ohio

Christmas Open House (Berlin)

February 21, 2015 by
November 9-10, 2017
Kicking off the Christmas season, the Berlin Ohio shops will be decked out in their holiday splendor.

TIME: Thursday & Friday   
WEBSITE: www.ohiosamishcountry.com
LOCATION: Berlin Ohio (map)
Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Holiday Events, Shopping/Sales Events

Holmes County’s Largest Book Signing – Gospel Bookstore (Berlin)

February 20, 2015 by
November 11, 2017
Join us in the heart of Ohio Amish country for Holmes County’s largest book signing. There will be 40+ authors, many of them local, selling and signing their books. Trying to find that special Christmas gift? Here is your opportunity! Give the gift of a personalized signed book with a great message.

TIME: Saturday 9am – 1pm   
CONTACT: (330) 893-2523
LOCATION: Gospel Bookstore at The German Village Center, Berlin, Ohio
WEBSITE: www.mygospelbookstore.com/events
Filed Under: Authors/Artists/Crafts/Trades, Berlin Ohio

Christmas Nativity Parade (Berlin)

February 7, 2015 by
November 24, 2017
Visit Berlin for their annual Shopping event and Nativity Parade. Celebrating the true meaning of the season, you will find no Santa in this parade. There will be candle lighting, caroling and hot chocolate and cookies provided by Operation Christmas Child. The parade features live animals begins at 5:45pm at the intersection of Routes 39 and 62 and ends at the square in Berlin.

TIME: Friday, 5:45pm
LOCATION: Downtown Berlin, Ohio (map)
WEBSITE: www.heartofamishcountry.com
Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Holiday Events, Parades

Berlin Amish Country Half Marathon (Berlin)

February 6, 2015 by
Amish-Country-Half-MarathonNovember 25, 2017
The 5k and certified 1/2 marathon are run on Ohio Amish Country township and county roads. There will be some nice hills to traverse. These races are being developed by runners for runners. Come and enjoy the country setting. Be a part of the inaugural race or come to watch the race. The races will start and finish near lots of bathrooms and a heated area. All profits are going to the East Holmes Fire Department and the Berlin Main Street Merchants.

TIME: Saturday, 8am (5k & certified 1/2 marathon)
LOCATION: Berlin Ohio (map)
CONTACT : Mark (330) 466-2705
WEBSITE: www.runinamishcountry.com
Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Sporting Events

Christmas Time in the City (Mansfield)

January 31, 2015 by
December 1, 2017
Enjoy Christmas Time in the City in the historic Carrousel District. Festivities will begin at 5:00pm with a reindeer petting zoo, photos with Santa, carriages rides, Christmas caroling, light displays at the Brickyard, and more! At 6:00pm, Mayor Theaker will join the crowd for the Christmas Tree Lighting. He will light the 50foot tree at Richland Carrousel Park. After the tree lighting, guests can visit the Tiny Tim Shoppe or go on a Historic Church Tour. Downtown businesses will be open late for the December Shop Hop and will have special events, including entertainment and holiday deals!

TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Downtown Mansfield(map)
WEBSITE: www.mansfieldtourism.com
Filed Under: Uncategorized

Christmas with Steve Green (Sugarcreek)

January 27, 2015 by
December 5-6, 2017
Throughout his years of ministry, Steve’s music has been honored with four Grammy nominations, 18 No. 1 songs, and seven Dove Awards, Christian music’s highest honor. He’s been honored twice as the Gospel Music Association’s Male Entertainer of the Year. With 35 recordings to his credit, including children’s projects and Spanish-language albums, Green has sold over three million albums worldwide.

TIME: visit website   LOCATION: Ohio Star Theater (map)
CONTACT: Box Office (855) 344-7547
WEBSITE: www.ohiostartheater.com
Filed Under: Holiday Events, Music/Concerts, Sugarcreek Ohio

Shopping Under the Stars (Berlin)

January 23, 2015 by
December 8, 2017
Enjoy holiday shopping at its best. Come to Berlin, in the heart of Ohio Amish Country, and enjoy extended shopping hours in many of Berlin’s shops. Many stores will offer sales, refreshments, raffles, and hours extended until 9pm.

TIME: Friday, 10am – 9pm   LOCATION: Downtown Berlin Ohio
WEBSITE: www.berlinohioinfo.com
Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Holiday Events, Shopping/Sales Events

Christmas in Baltic

January 16, 2015 by
December 16,2017
Baltic Community Christmas at the Baltic Fire Station. Food line starts serving at 4:30 pm. Cost is by donation. Santa arrives at 6 pm.

TIME:
LOCATION: Baltic Community Park (map)
WEBSITE: www.facebook.com
Filed Under: Uncategorized

Journey to Bethlehem (Walnut Creek)

January 30, 2014 by
December 1-2, 2017
Experience 1st century Bethlehem and the Christmas Story in seven dramatic stops at various businesses in Walnut Creek Township. Celebrate the Reason for the Season with us in the town of Walnut Creek! Self-guided tour – approximately 3 miles in length. Includes driving and limited walking.The first stop will be at the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church where you will receive a map, and ends with the Live Nativity at The Farm at Walnut Creek.

TIME: Friday & Saturday, 4pm-8pm each night
LOCATION: Walnut Creek, Ohio (map)
Website: www.cometowalnutcreekohio.com
Filed Under: Amish Country Towns Events, Events for Children, Holiday Events, Walnut Creek Ohio

Roscoe Village Christmas Candle Lighting (Coshocton)

January 29, 2014 by
December 2, 9, & 16, 2017
The Christmas Candlelightings have become a tradition to many families. Roscoe Village cheers on the holiday season with its Christmas Candlelighting Ceremony. Share in the evening’s tradition of lighting the Christmas tree and your own candle as everyone softly sings “Silent Night.” During the day, guests can enjoy a visit with Santa, strolling carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, complimentary hot-mulled cider and cookies, and many other holiday festivities. We invite you for a heart-felt Christmas event to begin your holiday season.
TIME: Saturday at 6pm plus other activities start at 10AM
LOCATION: Roscoe Village, Coshocton, Ohio
WEBSITE: www.roscoevillageohio.com
Filed Under: Coshocton Ohio, Events for Children, Holiday Events

Christmas Cookie Tour of Inns (Area)

January 22, 2014 by
December 9-10, 2017
Happy Holidays and welcome to the 10th Annual Christmas Cookie Tour of Inns 2017. Celebrate the season during an afternoon of progressive cookie tasting and touring through festively decorated inns of Amish Country. Explore treasure-filled interiors and experience the scents and sounds of Christmas! Proceeds from this event will be given to area charities.
LOCATION: Various Inns
WEBSITE: www.christmascookietour.com
Filed Under: Berlin Ohio, Charm Ohio, Holiday Events, Millersburg Ohio, Sugarcreek Ohio, Walnut Creek Ohio