Poe & Doyle: Victorian Crime Fiction
Friday September 9 - October 21, 2022
Thursdays 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Friday & Saturday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Hower House Museum
60 Fir Street, Akron. OH 44304
website

In partnership with the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology, Hower House Museum explores the invention of the detective through fiction. Learn about how Edgar Allan Poe created the contemporary conventions of mystery writing and about how Arthur Conan Doyle developed those techniques to create Sherlock Holmes. This exhibit explores the minds of the authors as well as the contexts that created the demand and public interest in crime writing.

Last tour starts 1 hour before closing time.

An Evening With Kiwanis for Kids—
Building Leaders, One Child at a Time
Dates: September 29, 2022
Time: 5-8pm
Location: The John S. Knight Center
(77 E Mill Street, Akron, OH 44308
Admission: $100

Description: The Downtown Akron Kiwanis Foundation's inaugural fundraising event is designed to recognize Akron school educators, celebrate student and community supporters, and promote youth service leadership clubs throughout Akron-area schools. The gala will feature a cocktail hour, dinner, wine pull, performances from local youth ensembles, and a live auction. The highlight of the event will be an awards presentation including the David James Excellent Educator Award (named for and presented to retired Akron Public Schools Superintendent David James), the Kiwanis Community Advocate Award (presented to the LeBron James Family Foundation), and the Student Future Leader Award, presented to Tallmadge Public Schools Student Samantha Blatt).

Contact info and/or website: akronkiwanisforkids.org

SWEENEY TODD (Musical)
Weathervane Playhouse
Dates: Sept 29-30, Oct 1-2, 6-9, 13-16, 2022
Times: 7:30 pm (Matinee Oct 2, 9, 16 at 2:30 pm)
Location: 1301 Weathervane Ln., Akron, OH
330-836-2626 | website

Sounds of Summer - Cleveland Metroparks
featuring Cleveland's Breakfast Club / 80s covers
Date: September 30, 2022
Time: 4pm-7pm
Location: Squire's Castle, North Chagrin Reservation

Each concert will also feature a beer garden and food trucks.
For more information: clevelandmetroparks.com

website

SPUNFEST – Arts & Music Festival
Dates: Sep 30-Oct 2, 2022
Location: Pleasant Hill Lake Park
Perrysville, OH
pleasanthillpark.mwcd.org
Art, Flow, and Music Experience

Halloween Campout & Fireworks- Oct 7-8

OASTOBER FEST!
Dates: September 30-October 1, 2022
Times: Friday: 3pm-10pm | Saturday 11am-10pm
Location: Twin Oast Brewing
3630 NE Catawba Rd. Port Clinton, OH 43452
website

Join us in celebrating the most beautiful beer holiday of the year at Twin Oast! Loaded with authentic German scenes and sounds, Oastoberfest 2022 will feature traditional folk dances and contests for the crowd. We’ll also have great food trucks, musicians (including the Chardon Polka Band), activities, and plenty of BIER from breweries all throughout Ohio!

HARVEST GLOW
Dates: September 30 - October 1, 2022
Location: Harvest Ridge, Holmes County Fairgrounds
8880 State Route 39, Millersburg, OH 44654

harvestridgeohio.com

Pumpkin Glow Walk, Wagon Rides, Games & Prizes, FFA Olympics & Food Vendors

Visitor Bureau

WOOSTERFEST
Dates: September 30 - October 1, 2022
Time: Friday, Noon-11pm, 11am-11pm
Location: Downtown Wooster
Wooster, Ohio

For more information click here.

Local Visitor Bureau

ATWOOD FALL FESTIVAL
Date: September 30, October 1-2, 2022
Location: Atwood Lake Park, Mineral City, OH
atwoodfallfest.org

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.

1ST ANNUAL BRIDGE STRET BREWFEST
Dates: October 1, 2022
Location: Ashtabula's Historic Harbor
Bridge Street, Ashtabula, OH
historicashtabulharbor.com

Join us on a beautiful fall Saturday for the inaugural celebration of local and regional beer, food, music and fun on Bridge Street in Ashtabula's Historic Harbor.

Visitor Bureau

AURORA FALL FESTIVAL 
Date: October 1, 2022
Time:  11am – 3pm
Location: Sunny Lake Park
885 E. Mennonite Rd. – Aurora

Join us on October 1st, 11am-3pm for some fall family fun at Sunny Lake Park! No entrance fee. Go to auroraoh.com for more details.

No entrance fee.
Featuring FREE: Inflatables, Corn Maze, Petting Zoo, Balloons from Flower the Clown, Hayrides
Jungle Terry Show, Face Painting.

October 1, 2022
Put-in-Bay

Island Wine Festival
Date: October 1, 2022
Time: 11am-5pm
Location: Put-in-Bay
Learn more.

Come enjoy a beer or glass of wine while exploring the zoo after hours! Tickets include eight sample tastings and admission to the zoo after hours. Full-size beer and wine will be available for purchase.

21 and older only, including designated drivers. Registration is required. Tickets are non-refundable or transferable. Guests MUST bring ID to be admitted into the event, no matter the age of the guest. Infants and children will not be admitted.

BRANT'S 2022 FALL FESTIVAL
Dates: October 1-2, 2022
Location: Brant's
4749 Dibble Rd., Ashtabula, OH 44004
website

Fall fun including craft show, 5k race, kids carnival, pony rides, petting zoo, apple launching, horse drawn carriage rides, and more!

Visitor Bureau

PUMPKIN TRAIN
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation
Date: October 1-2, 2022
Saturday and Sundays | Time: 10am-4pm
Location: 2505 County Road 99, Findlay, Ohio 45840
nworrp.org

APPLE BUTTER & CIDER WEEKEND
Lake County
Dates: October 1-2, 2022
Time: 9am – 5pm
Location: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
lakemetroparks.com/

American Heritage Days at South Park
Dates: October 1st & 2nd, 2023
Time: 10am to 4pm each day
Location: 100 Brinkerhoff Ave, Mansfield, Ohio 44906
Admission: Free to Public

Description: There will be speakers, military battles, 18th century blanket traders and vendors, Indian artifacts and old firearms display in the blockhouse, 18th century cooking in the cabin over an open hearth, blacksmithing and rope making in the blacksmith shop.

See our schedule of events for Saturday, October 1st and 2nd. All Sports Concessions will have their food trailer on site for the weekend and have food available for purchase.

Contact info and/or website:

Reahistory@gmail.com, Richland Early American Center for History on Facebook or our website at https://reach-site.webflow.io/

PRAIRIE PEDDLER FESTIVAL
Dates: October 1-2, 2022
Times: 10am – 5pm
Location: 3170 OH-97, Butler, OH 44822
prairietown.com

Adults: $10 | Kids (6-12): $3 | Kids (under 6): Free | ​Parking: Free

A unique outdoor marketplace in the woods. Shop over 200 vendors to find:
Holiday decorating & Home Décor ~ Country, Farmhouse, & Primitive Décor
Handmade Goods & Unique Gifts ~ Live Music ~ Amazing Food, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides & Kids Activities

October 1-2, 2022
Summit County NEOH

HARVEST FESTIVAL
Date: October 1-2, 8-9, 2022
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, OH 44210
halefarm.org

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!

TBA: weekend schedule and activities

46TH ANNUAL BOARDMAN OKTOBERFEST
Date: October 2, 2022
Hours: 9am-5pm
Location: Boardman Township Park
375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH
website

The 46th annual Boardman Rotary Oktoberfest is the area's largest one day arts and crafts event drawing vendors from five states. This year's event is scheduled for Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Boardman Township Park from 9:00am to 5:00pm. There is a $5 admission fee for adults and children 12 and over. There is FREE parking available for patrons on the west side of the park which is accessible through the Southern Blvd Entrance. Limited offsite parking is also available with a shuttle service from the Southwoods parking lot, locate just south of the park, on Southern Blvd.

Local Visitor information:

SWEENEY TODD (Musical)
Weathervane Playhouse
Dates: Sept 29-30, Oct 1-2, 6-9, 13-16, 2022
Times: 7:30 pm (Matinee Oct 2, 9, 16 at 2:30 pm)
Location: 1301 Weathervane Ln., Akron, OH
330-836-2626 | website

RIVER BOATS ON THE OHIO - Exhibit
Dates: October 2-16, 2022
Location: Historic Fort Steuben
120 S. 3rd St., Steubenville, OH
740.283.1787 | oldfortsteuben.com

MEDINA RESTAURANT WEEK
Dates: October 3-15, 2022
Location: Historic Medina Square
Medina, OH
mainstreetmedina.com

Local Visitor Information

October 6, 2022

JOHNNY CASH - Terry Lee Goffee The Ultimate Tribute
Date: October 6, 2022
Lunch show: 11:30 am | Dinner show: 6:30 pm
Location: Amish Door Village
1210 Winesburg St., US 62, Wilmot, OH 44689
330.359.5464

Tickets

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

LANTERN TOURS 
Lake History Center
Date: October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 10, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077
440.639.2945 | lakehistorycenter.org

Is the Lake County History Center really haunted? Find out as you take an after hours tour.

Do ghosts and spirits really haunt the former Lake County Poorhouse? Enjoy an evening full of spooky tensions and eerie tales. Explore the rooms and passages of the old building after DARK. During our haunted evening tour you’ll hear stories of unbelievable historically documented events that have taken place here.

The exclusive lantern-lit tour is only open to 20 participants each evening. This event is not suitable for children.

OHIO MART 
Dates: October 6-9, 2022
Time: Oct 6-8 10am - 5pm | Oct 9 10 am - 4pm 
Location: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens 
714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303
stanhywet.org/events/ohio-mart

Tickets are presale only - online. 

The 55th annual Ohio Mart is Stan Hywet's annual artisan craft showcase and a major fundraiser for the estate. Enjoy gorgeous autumn weather and major retail therapy with over 120 artisans talented in sculpture, garden art, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, hand-crafted furniture and more. The day also includes the Textile Artisan Display presented by the Stan Hywet Needlework Guild in the Manor House Reception Hall, Vintage Finds and Curious Goods, Molly's Boutique, sweepstakes raffle and more!

Con on the Cob
Dates: October 6-9, 2022
Time: 12pm Thursday until 5pm Sunday
Location: Quality Inn & Suites 4742 Brecksville Rd. Richfield, Ohio 44286
Admission: Varies ($50 for all four days with preregistration)
Description:Con on the Cob is the universe's most Off the Cob FOUR DAY CELEBRATION OF GAMES, ART, FREAKS, AND FUN. It's a tabletop gaming con, chock full of RPGs, board games, card games, party games, and all sorts of that kind of jazz. It's also an art fair, with a large selection of talented artists in attendance and an amazing abundance of fantasty, science fiction, horror, and geeky art and art activities. Oh, and it's The Mother of All Marketplaces, with over 50 vendors showcasing a wide variety of jazz, snazz, and zazz, boosting the geekonomy like old school Robin Hoods (but without the stealing and the giving stuff away for free (ok, not like Robin Hoods. I failed analogy class in Kindergarten). Don't forget the parties… Did I mention the parties? There are parties. A LOT of them. Also there are other things, like our amazing Special Guests, the Children of the Cob, the Nerdcore Explosion and Comedy Music Extravagasm!, a super sweet Auction, a Games Library, free snacks in the Con Suite, Panels, Workshops, and Demos, a whole track of Cosplay and Fandom related activities, brand new Tabletop Crafting and Theme Park programming tracks, and a massive horde of potential friends and peeps who dig the same things you dig!

Contact info and/or website: www.cononthecob.com

ENCHANTED FOREST
Dates:October 7-8, 2022
Time: see times online
Location: The Wilderness Center
Wooster, Ohio
website

For two nights each October, the trails surrounding The Wilderness Center are filled with the laughter and excitement of families discovering the nocturnal creatures of the Enchanted Forest. This year at the Enchanted Forest, Slug, Bat, Salamander, Opossum, Spider, and Coyote will display their animal super powers. As guests are escorted along the pumpkin-lit trails by volunteer 'fireflies,' these friendly animals will sing songs, tell jokes and share stories of their impressive animal adaptations. Following this 45-minute walk, families can enjoy refreshments. Children and adults are welcome to wear non-scary costumes. This year, TWC will offer evening times on Friday, October 7 (6:30) and Saturday, October 8 (8:30). Tickets will be available for purchase online to TWC members starting September 1st and to the general public on September 8th.

Local Visitor Bureau

2022 Paul Bunyan Show
Dates: October 7-9, 2022
Times: 8 am - 5 pm Friday and Saturday • 9 am - 3 pm Sunday
Location: Guernsey County Fairgrounds
335 Old National Road, Lore City (Cambridge), OH 43755

Make plans to attend the Paul Bunyan Show at the Guernsey County Fairgrounds. Enjoy lumberjack entertainment and competitions, forestry equipment demos, informational seminars, great food and fun for the whole family. For information and ticket purchase visit website

COWBOY MOUNTED SHOOTING
Date: October 7-9, 2022
Time: 9am
Location: Wayne County Fairgrounds
199 Vanover Street, Wooster, OH
330.242.3873 | nooutlaws.com

Watch these cowboys compete in timed shooting matches on horseback. Family oriented club with members in wild west outfits.

Visitor information:

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
Ohio Shakespeare Festival
Dates: October 7-23. 2022
Performing:
Thursdays – Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sundays at 2:00 pm
Location: Indoors at Greystone Hall on the Henry C. Bishop Stage
website

Tickets / Customer Service: 330-5-SHAKES (330-574-2537)

HARVEST IN THE HARBOR
Dates: October 8, 2022
Location: Ashtabula's Historic Harbor
Bridge Street, Ashtabula, OH
historicashtabulharbor.com

Pumpkin Patch Scarecrow/Pumpkin cutout for selfies, Cider and Donuts, Fire Chili, Clam chowder, sidewalk Chalk, Pumpkin Bowling, Pumpkin Wood Carving Demos, Live music, Bake Goods

Visitor Bureau

Columbiana Craft BeerFest 2022: Clipper Sipper
Date: October 8, 2022
Time: 4-8pm
Location: Town Center in Firestone Farms, 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408

Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the gate and include 10 tasting tickets, a 13oz master crafter tasting glass, access to live music, food trucks and vendors: www.ColumbianaCraftBeerFest.com.

MEMORIES FORGOTTEN
Date: October 8, 2022
Times: 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm
Location: Mesopotamia's Fairview Cemetery
8788 State Route 534, Mesopotamia, OH

Tickets: $12 - 1 hour tour
Tickets

"One hour history tour about our World War Soldiers with in costume guides."

OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS IN THE WOODS
Dates: October 8-9, 15-16, 2022
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: Shaker Woods Grounds
44337 County Line Rd., Columbiana, OH 44408
christmasohio.com

This October is Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods' 28th year of hosting attendees from across the country at Shaker Woods in Columbiana, Ohio. More than 200 quality craftspeople and artisans will gather at the festival on October 8-9 and 15-16, 2022. In a manicured, wooded setting, juried costumed crafters will have their booths decorated in an old-fashioned holiday theme. The exhibitors will demonstrate their crafts and sell a wide selection of handmade holiday items, as well as traditional crafts. The level grounds feature gravel footpaths for easy walking and access to acres of free parking. Traditional crafters include candle makers, leatherworkers, woodworkers and doll makers. Hand-thrown pottery and iron and stone work will also be available. Holiday craft items, decorations and handcrafted Christmas ornaments are featured at the festival, in addition to holiday clothing, wreaths and floral arrangements. A delicious selection of food—from made-daily donuts and mouth-watering cobbler to freshly cut french fries and homemade bean soup—is sure to please most appetites.

Century Village Apple Butter Festival
Dates: October 8-9, 2022
Location: Century Village Museum
14653 E Park St., Burton, OH 44021
website

Listing sponsor

HOLMES COUNTY ANTIQUE FESTIVAL
Date: October 8-9, 2022
Location: Historic Downtown Millersburg
website

Visitor Bureau

Oak Harbor Apple Festival
Dates: October 8-9, 2022
Time: Saturday 10-8pm, Sunday 10a-6p
Location: Downtown Oak Harbor, Ohio
Admission: FREE!
oakharborapplefestival.com

The Oak Harbor Apple Festival is held each year in downtown Oak Harbor the second full weekend in October. 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! There is also a Beer Garden, mechanical rides and over 130 vendors. No admission fees and a shuttle runs from the high school parking lot for $1.00 per person.

Oktoberfest Weekend
Dates: October 8-9, 2022
Time: Sat: 11am-7pm | Sun Noon - 5pm
Location: DeRivera Park, Bayview Avenue, Put-in-Bay

Many island restaurants serve a large variety of German food, including: brats, weinerschnitzel, sauerkraut, potato pancakes, spatzel, apple dumplings, German Chocolate cake, cabbage rolls and sauerkraut balls. The festival also includes a selection of island wines from Put in Bay's Heineman Winery, German beers and German music. Get a discount when you buy the 2-day pass.

Learn more.

HARVEST FESTIVAL
Date: October 1-2, 8-9, 2022
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, OH 44210
halefarm.org

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!

TBA: weekend schedule and activities

WAYNE COUNTY FARM TOUR
Date: October 8-9, 2022
Time: Noon-5pm
Location: Southeastern Wayne County
330.263.7456 | website

This drive-it-your-self tour is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour various farms and agricultural businesses in southeastern Wayne County. 

Visitor information:

Harriet Tubman to Visit Winona Quaker Meeting House
Date: Sunday, October 9, 2022
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Winona Area Historical Society grounds at the corner of Cameron Street and Winona, Road, Winona, OH (GPS: 32114 Winona Road, Hanoverton, OH)

Admission: free

Description: Harriet Tubman to Visit Winona Quaker Meeting House

Harriet Tubman will be visiting the Quaker Meeting House on the grounds of the Winona Area Historical Society on Sunday, October 9, at 2:00 pm. Ms. Eddie Murphy, portraying "Moses", would especially like to welcome young people to attend the event. Onsite parking is available, and the building is handicap accessible. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served. The meeting house is located at the corner of Winona Road and Cameron Street in Winona, Ohio (GPS address: 32114 Winona Road, Hanoverton, OH). Sponsored by the WAHS.

Contact: Lola Toot (330)533-4422

APPLE BUTTER FESTIVAL
Cuyahoga County
Brecksville Historical Society
Date: October 9, 2022
Time: 1pm-5pm
Location: 9367 Brecksville Road, Brecksville, OH
brecksvillehistoricalassociation.org

Under a canopy of golden maples and scarlet oaks, the copper kettle will be simmering and waiting for apple fanciers to enjoy apple butter on slabs of fresh bread or buy a container to enjoy at home. Delicious apple fritters will also be available. Hot dogs and beverages will complete the menu. Show up early as these delicacies sell out fast. Tour the museum and learn all about Squire Rich and the early times in Brecksville. Stroll around the herb garden and bring home some harvested herbs.

PUMPKINS AGLOW
Dates: October 12–16, 19–23 & 26-30, 2022
Location:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203
614-715-8000 |fpconservatory.org

Tickets go on sale September 28, 2022

Hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins illuminate the Conservatory. Out amongst the glowing pumpkins, guests will find spellbinding scenes. There will be two pumpkin houses, a spooky forest, a foggy creek and a ghostly graveyard. New this year is singing jack o’ lanterns, dancing skeletons and more!

LANTERN TOURS 
Lake History Center
Date: October 13, 20, 27, November 10, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077
440.639.2945 | lakehistorycenter.org

Is the Lake County History Center really haunted? Find out as you take an after hours tour.

Do ghosts and spirits really haunt the former Lake County Poorhouse? Enjoy an evening full of spooky tensions and eerie tales. Explore the rooms and passages of the old building after DARK. During our haunted evening tour you’ll hear stories of unbelievable historically documented events that have taken place here.

The exclusive lantern-lit tour is only open to 20 participants each evening. This event is not suitable for children.

MEDINA LADIES NIGHT OUT 2022
Dates: October 13, 2022
Time: 5pm-8:30pm
Location: Historic Medina Square
Medina, OH
mainstreetmedina.com

Local Visitor Information

PUMPKIN CARVING
Date: October 14, 2022
Time: 9am-2pm
Location: Fellows Riverside Gardens: Cushwa Outdoor Education Pavilion
123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
https://reservations.millcreekmetroparks.org/programs/1475/

Have fun helping to carve pumpkins for display at our annual Pumpkin Walk at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Carving tools available or bring your own. Meet in the parking lot by the new Cushwa Outdoor Education Pavilion. No registration required. Call 330.740.7116 for details

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Ghost Tours of the Reeves Museum
Dates: October 14-15, 2022
Tours start every half hour. 7pm-10pm
Location: J.E. Reeves Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum
325 East Iron Avenue, Dover, OH 44622
330.343.7040 or 800.815.2794
doverhistory.org

Admission: $13 per person

SANDUSKY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS FALL FAMILY FEST
Dates: October 14-16, 2022
Location: Sandusky County Fairgrounds
Fremont, OH
website

Truck Races – Friday Night
Fall Demo Derby – Saturday Night
Kids Activities – Corn Hole Tournament
Costume & Camper Lot Decorating
Weekend Camping – Registration open Saturday, August 27th

TOUR CAMBRIDGE'S HISTORIC UNDERGROUND
Dates: Oct 15, 2022
Times: 11am, 1pm, 3pm
Location: Downtown Cambridge
740.439.2238 | downtowncambridge.com

Limited tickets
$20 per person
Tickets must be purchased at Cambridge Main Street offices or on eventbrite.com

BUCKIN' OHIO PRO BULL RIDING
Dates: Oct 15, 2022
Location: Buckin' Ohio
8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH 44214
buckinohio.com

HARVEST DAY
Date: October 15, 2022
Time: 10am-3pm (Open house 1:30p-4pm)
Location: Smithville Historical Society & Mishler Mill
381 East Main Street. Smithville, OH
sohchs.org

Apple Butter making, corn grinding, soap making & goat exhibit.

Local Visitor Bureau

14TH ANNUAL KIDRON BEET FESTIVAL
Date: October 15, 2022
Time: 9AM-2PM
Location: Sonneberg Village, 13497 Hackett Rd., Apple Creek

kidronhistoricalsociety.org

Celebrate the beet at this unique festival with music, food including beet ice cream! Seven categories of beet entries. Beet entries must arrive for judging by 11 AM.

Local Visitor Bureau

OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS IN THE WOODS
Dates: October 8-9, 15-16, 2022
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: Shaker Woods Grounds
44337 County Line Rd., Columbiana, OH 44408
christmasohio.com

This October is Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods' 28th year of hosting attendees from across the country at Shaker Woods in Columbiana, Ohio. More than 200 quality craftspeople and artisans will gather at the festival on October 8-9 and 15-16, 2022. In a manicured, wooded setting, juried costumed crafters will have their booths decorated in an old-fashioned holiday theme. The exhibitors will demonstrate their crafts and sell a wide selection of handmade holiday items, as well as traditional crafts. The level grounds feature gravel footpaths for easy walking and access to acres of free parking. Traditional crafters include candle makers, leatherworkers, woodworkers and doll makers. Hand-thrown pottery and iron and stone work will also be available. Holiday craft items, decorations and handcrafted Christmas ornaments are featured at the festival, in addition to holiday clothing, wreaths and floral arrangements. A delicious selection of food—from made-daily donuts and mouth-watering cobbler to freshly cut french fries and homemade bean soup—is sure to please most appetites.

TALES OF TERROR - Walking Tour
Dates: October 15-31, 2022
Location: Downtown Cleveland, OH
toursofcleveland.com

The Tales of Terror guided walking tour highlights seven stories that deal with the death of 312 souls here in Cleveland in some of Cleveland's most horrific and tragic events. From fires & explosions, to a serial killer, to accidents, terror, mayhem and death abound! This is not a "ghost story" tour and not recommended for young children.

Tours are 1.5 hours in length and are offered October 15 – 31. Tours begin in Public Square and end just off the Mall. Tours are rain or shine. Reservations required. Book, if you dare, at www.toursofcleveland.com

PUMPKIN WALK
Date: October 16, 2022
Time: 4pm-8pm
Location: Fellows Riverside Gardens: Outdoor Concourse
123 McKinley Avenue, Youngston, OH 44509
WEBSITE

Experience the magic of the fall season during Pumpkin Walk! Take a stroll along the Gardens' pumpkin-lined paths as day turns to night. Be sure and visit Scarecrow Lane in the new Children's Garden. For details call 330.740.7116. Free and open to the public.

FALL FOLIAGE DRIVE-IT-YOURSELF TOUR
Dates: October 16-30, 2022
Experience the beauty of Mohican Country during a drive-it-yourself tour through the Mohican State Park. Take a hike on the trails, enjoy many historical sites and visit the local shops in the Mohican area. For more information please call 419-994-4789. website

For a tour map visit loudonvillechamber.com for the downloadable pdf.

Local Visitor Bureau

PUMPKINS AGLOW
Dates: October19–23 & 26-30, 2022
Location:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203
614-715-8000 |fpconservatory.org

Tickets go on sale September 28, 2022

Hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins illuminate the Conservatory. Out amongst the glowing pumpkins, guests will find spellbinding scenes. There will be two pumpkin houses, a spooky forest, a foggy creek and a ghostly graveyard. New this year is singing jack o’ lanterns, dancing skeletons and more!

LANTERN TOURS 
Lake History Center
Date: October 20, 27, November 10, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077
440.639.2945 | lakehistorycenter.org

Is the Lake County History Center really haunted? Find out as you take an after hours tour.

Do ghosts and spirits really haunt the former Lake County Poorhouse? Enjoy an evening full of spooky tensions and eerie tales. Explore the rooms and passages of the old building after DARK. During our haunted evening tour you’ll hear stories of unbelievable historically documented events that have taken place here.

The exclusive lantern-lit tour is only open to 20 participants each evening. This event is not suitable for children.

Oddmall: Hallowondrous
Dates: October 21-22, 2022
Time: Friday 4pm-11pm, Saturday 2pm-10pm
Location: Tadmor Shrine – 3000 Krebs Drive Akron, Ohio 44319
Admission: Free ($5 donation appreciated)
Description: It's the HALLOWEEN edition of Oddmall. Dozens upon dozens of fantastic artists and vendors mob the scene at Tadmore Shrine. There's a HAUNTED HAY RIDE, live entertainment, trick or treating, some really incredible artists, monsters, makeup and way, way more.
Contact info and/or website: www.oddmall.info

website

BREWS AND BRAINS ON MAIN
Date: October 22, 2022
Time:7p-10p
Location: Downtown Cambridge, Ohio
For more info downtowncambridge.com

PUMPKINS AGLOW
Dates: October19–23 & 26-30, 2022
Location:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203
614-715-8000 |fpconservatory.org

Tickets go on sale September 28, 2022

Hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins illuminate the Conservatory. Out amongst the glowing pumpkins, guests will find spellbinding scenes. There will be two pumpkin houses, a spooky forest, a foggy creek and a ghostly graveyard. New this year is singing jack o’ lanterns, dancing skeletons and more!

LANTERN TOURS 
Lake History Center
Date: October 27, November 10, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077
440.639.2945 | lakehistorycenter.org

Is the Lake County History Center really haunted? Find out as you take an after hours tour.

Do ghosts and spirits really haunt the former Lake County Poorhouse? Enjoy an evening full of spooky tensions and eerie tales. Explore the rooms and passages of the old building after DARK. During our haunted evening tour you’ll hear stories of unbelievable historically documented events that have taken place here.

The exclusive lantern-lit tour is only open to 20 participants each evening. This event is not suitable for children.

October 28-29, 2022
Holmes County NEOH

BEST OF OHIO'S AMISH COUNTRY SAVOR
THE FLAVORS OF FALL
Date: October 28-29, 2022
Time: 9am - 5pm

Location: Throughout the "Best of Ohio's Amish Country

To purchase tickets click here.

Enjoy the scenic rolling hills awash in colorful changing leaves, the crisp autumn air, and the wonderful flavors of fall on this unique tour through Ohio's Amish Country.

Best Of Ohio's Amish Country brings presents a unique tour of our seven stops featuring seven different fall treats celebrating all things autumn.

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

website

BOO IN THE BURG & OHIO WINE AND CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
Date: October 29, 2022
Location: Historic Downtown Millersburg
website

Visitor Bureau

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN DRIVE-THROUGH
Lake History Center
Date: October 29, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077
440.639.2945 | lakehistorycenter.org

A FREE family event! Bring the kids! Lots of treats!

TRICK OR TREAT
Date: October 29, 2022
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market
1900 State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
walnutcreekamishfleamarket.com/

All "ghouls" and boys are invited to Trick or Treat with us here at the market. All vendors will be handing out candy and children are encouraged to come dressed for the occasion.

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

HAUNTED MILL? in the Dark of the Night
Dates: October 29, 2022
November 5, 2022
Time: 9pm-10pm| 11pm-Midnight
Location: Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill
1001 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH
https://reservations.millcreekmetroparks.org/programs/1464/

Is Lanterman's Mill haunted? Join local paranormal groups to investigate the mill in the dark of night and decide for yourself. Lanterns will guide your path during the one hour visit. Adults only; 18 and up. Space limited. Registration required. Register/pay by 10/27, online or call 330.740.7116. $10 R; $12 NR
Saturday, October 29, 9-10 pm
Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill

THE GREAT OUTDOORSMAN SHOW
Date: October 29, 2022
Time: 9AM-4PM
Location: Hartville Marketplace and Flea Market
1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH
hartvillemarketplace.com

PIONEER VILLAGE TRICK OR TREAT
Date: October 29, 2022
Time: 10am-3pm (Open house 1:30p-4pm)
Location: Smithville Historical Society & Mishler Mill
381 East Main Street. Smithville, OH
sohchs.org

Free hot chocolate and donuts.

Local Visitor Bureau

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
presented by Toledo Symphony | Alain Trudel, conductor
Lucas County
Date: October 30, 2022
Times: 2PM - Fun & Festivities | 3:30PM - Performance
Location: Valentine Theatre
410 Adams Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Tickets

Goblins, ghouls, and ghosts haunt the Valentine Theatre in this family-friendly event featuring spooky activities and games and a performance featuring musicians of the Toledo Symphony and Toledo Ballet dancers.

EARLIER TIMES Antiques & Folk Art Show
Remembering Christmas Past
Date: November 4-5, 2022
Time: Friday 4pm-7pm |\ Saturday 10:30 am - 3pm
Location: Harvest Ridge, Holmes County Fairgrounds
8880 State Route 39, Millersburg, OH 44654
harvestridgeohio.com

Visitor Bureau

HAUNTED MILL? in the Dark of the Night
Dates: November 5, 2022
Time: 9pm-10pm| 11pm-Midnight
Location: Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill
1001 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH
https://reservations.millcreekmetroparks.org/programs/1464/

Is Lanterman's Mill haunted? Join local paranormal groups to investigate the mill in the dark of night and decide for yourself. Lanterns will guide your path during the one hour visit. Adults only; 18 and up. Space limited. Registration required. Register/pay by 10/27, online or call 330.740.7116. $10 R; $12 NR
Saturday, October 29, 9-10 pm
Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill

November 5, 2022
Portage County NEOH

KENT FLEA HOLIDAY SHOWS
Date: November 5, 2022
Time: 10am-4pm
Locations: Kent Masonic Center and First Christian Church
(across the street)
Addresses: 409 W. Main St., Kent
335 W. Main St. Kent
For more information Facebook event page.

For visitor info visit Central Portage County VCB.

HARTVILLE SPORTS AND CARD SHOW
Date: November 5, 2022
Time: 9AM-4PM
Location: Hartville Marketplace and Flea Market
1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH
hartvillemarketplace.com

BUCKEYE BOOK FAIR
Date: November 5, 2022
Time: 9:30am-4pm
Location: Greystone Event Center

BuckeyeBookFair.org

Ohio's foremost literary showcase.100 Ohio authors and illustrators. Visit their website for up to date information.

Local Visitor Bureau

LANTERN TOURS 
Lake History Center
Date: November 10, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077
440.639.2945 | lakehistorycenter.org

Is the Lake County History Center really haunted? Find out as you take an after hours tour.

Do ghosts and spirits really haunt the former Lake County Poorhouse? Enjoy an evening full of spooky tensions and eerie tales. Explore the rooms and passages of the old building after DARK. During our haunted evening tour you’ll hear stories of unbelievable historically documented events that have taken place here.

The exclusive lantern-lit tour is only open to 20 participants each evening. This event is not suitable for children.

ANNUAL VETERANS DAY GIVE-A-WAY!
Date: November 25, 2022
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market
1900 State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
walnutcreekamishfleamarket.com/

All Veterans receive a t-shirt from Outlet In The Country t-shirt shop in our red building while supplies last. Thank you for your service!

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

CHOCOLATE WALK AND CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
Date: November 12, 2022
Location: Historic Downtown Millersburg
See event listing.

Visitor Bureau

TRAUBENFEST (Grape & Wine Fest)
Date: November 12, 2022
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: German Family Society of Akron
3871 Ranfield Road, Kent (Brimfield), Ohio 44240
germanfamilysociety.com

Visitor information

WINDOW WONDERLAND
Date: November 18, 2022
Time: 3-9pm
Location: Downtown Wooster

For more info click here.

Local Visitor Bureau

MEDINA CANDLELIGHT WALK
Dates: November 18-20, 2022
Location: Historic Medina Square
Medina, OH
mainstreetmedina.com

Friday- Sunday, November 18-20, 2022 Friday, Nov 18, 11am-9pm, Saturday, Nov 19, 11am-9pm, Sunday, Nov 20, 11am-6pm (details at www.mainstreetmedina.com) The holiday season kicks off November 18-20, 2022, as Main Street Medina, the City of Medina, and title sponsor, Root Candles, presents the 38th annual Medina Candlelight Walk. This annual, three-day event, always held the weekend before Thanksgiving, features a community Christmas tree and district lighting, live choral entertainment, an outstanding Holiday Parade of Lights, fireworks, visits with Santa Claus, and great shopping, and a 5k Fun Run by Second Sole.

Free admission

Local Visitor Information

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR/CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
Date: November 19, 2022
Time: 9AM-4PM
Location: German Family Society of Akron
3871 Ranfield Road, Kent (Brimfield), Ohio 44240
germanfamilysociety.com

Visitor information

PIONEER VILLAGE THANKSGIVING HYMN SING
Date: November 20, 2022
Time:2:30 - 4pm
Location: Church of God Smithville
sohchs.org

Local Visitor Bureau

STEUBENVILLE LIGHTS UP THE NIGHT
Dates:November 22, 2022
Location: Historic Fort Steuben
120 S. 3rd St., Steubenville, OH
740.283.1787 | oldfortsteuben.com

ANNUAL JINGLE BUCK GIVE-A-WAY!
Date: November 25, 2022
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market
1900 State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
walnutcreekamishfleamarket.com/

Shop til you drop! For every $100 spent receive 10% back in Jingle Buck certificates redeemable throughout the entire market.

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

BERLIN LIVE NAIVITY PARADE
Dates: Friday, November 25, 2022
Location: Berlin, OH
For more information: visitberlinohio.org

Celebrating the real reason for the season.

Help us ring in the Christmas season with a live nativity parade, candle lighting, and caroling on the Berlin square. Hot chocolate and cookies will be provided by Operation Christmas Child by donation only.

Visitor Bureau

CHRISTMAS AT THE FORT & ADVENT MARKET
Dates: November 25-January 7, 2022
Location: Historic Fort Steuben
120 S. 3rd St., Steubenville, OH
740.283.1787 | oldfortsteuben.com

CHRISTMAS AT THE DEPOT
Date: November 26, 2022
Time: 3-9pm
Location: Orrville Railroad Heritage Society
145 Depot Street, Orrville, OH 44667
orrvillerailroad.com

Local Visitor Bureau

Century Village Back In Time Christmas
Dates: November 26-27, 2022
Location: Century Village Museum
14653 E Park St., Burton, OH 44021
website

Listing sponsor

Century Village Christmas Craft Show
Dates: November 26-27, 2022
Location: Century Village Museum
14653 E Park St., Burton, OH 44021
website

Listing sponsor

CHRISTMAS AT THE MILL
Saturday, Sunday, Nov. 26-27, 11 am-4 pm
Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill
Location: Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill
1001 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH

Enjoy the traditional holiday atmosphere at Lanterman's Mill. Fire-roasted chestnuts, artisans demonstrating crafts, unique handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment will lift your spirits. Santa will be visiting the mill on both days. Indulge in some tasty treats from two concession stands. To share the holiday spirit with others, bring a new hat, scarf or a pair of mittens to decorate the "Giving Tree". Donated items will warm up children and adults in need this winter. Call Ford Nature Center at 330.740.7116 for details. Free

30 HOLI-DAYS AND NIGHTS @ Geneva-on-the-Lake
Dates: December 1-31, 2022
Location: Route 531, Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio
website

A month long celebration throughout GOTL! Activities, events and lots of celebrations for the season! Celebrate the Holi-Days and Nights at Geneva-on-the-Lake! Enjoy different activities and events each day. You may find yourself participating in a Turkey Bowl, Santa Fun Run, photos with Santa, GOTL sign lighting ceremony, Santa sleigh ride, craft show, gingerbread cookie decorating class, or Christmas Dinner Theater.

Visitor Bureau

DOWNTOWN CHRUCHES WALKING TOUR
Date: December 2, 2022
Time: 5-8PM
Location: Downtown Wooster
mainstreetwooster.com

Local Visitor Bureau

42nd Annual E.J. Thomas Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
Date: December 2-4, 2022
Times: Friday Noon-7, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4
Held always the first weekend in December at
Location: E.J. Thomas Hall, Akron, OH (University of Akron Campus)198 Hill St. Akron, OH 44325

website
Featuring 106 artisans & craftspeople...many of them local
General Admission $5.00, seniors $4.50 and free for children 12 & under
Free Campus Parking

We will be following the University of Akron Health and Safety Guidelines.
Masks may be required again this year.

CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE
Date: December 3-4, 2022
Time: Sat 5pm-8pm | Sun 1:30p-4p
Location: Smithville Historical Society & Mishler Mill
381 East Main Street. Smithville, OH
sohchs.org

The village will be transformed into it's early Victorian Christmas glamor.

Local Visitor Bureau

December 8, 2022

AN EVENING OF DEAN & FRIENDS
Date: December 8, 2022
Dinner show: 6:30 pm
Location: Amish Door Village
1210 Winesburg St., US 62, Wilmot, OH 44689
330.359.5464

Tickets

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

WINTERFEST
Date: December 9, 2022
Time: 9AM-4PM
Location: Hartville Marketplace and Flea Market
1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH
hartvillemarketplace.com

THE NUTCRACKER
Date: DEC 9-11, 2022
Canton Ballet's The Nutcracker has been a beloved holiday tradition for families across Northeast Ohio for over 50 years. Tickets are available for three dates: Dec. 9 at 7:30PM,

Dec. 10 at 2:00PM & 7:30PM, and Dec. 11 at 2:00PM at the Canton Palace Theatre.
cantonballet.com/performance-tickets

HOLIDAYS IN THE HARBOR
Dates: December 10, 2022
Location: Ashtabula's Historic Harbor
Bridge Street, Ashtabula, OH
historicashtabulharbor.com

Santa on Bridge Street, Hayrides in Public Parking Lot, Hot Chocolate & Cookies, Carolers

Visitor Bureau

SANTA VISITS
Date: December 10th and 17th
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market
1900 State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
walnutcreekamishfleamarket.com/

Be sure to stop in and see Santa! He will be stopping on both Saturday December 10th and Saturday December 17th! All kids get a treat.

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

December 10, 2022
Portage County NEOH

KENT FLEA HOLIDAY SHOWS
Date: December 10, 2022
Time: 10 am - 4pm
Locations: Kent Masonic Center and First Christian Church
(across the street)
Addresses: 409 W. Main St., Kent
335 W. Main St. Kent
For more information Facebook event page.

For visitor info visit Central Portage County VCB.

THE MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET: Christmas
Date: December 14, 2022
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: E.J. Thomas
University of Akron, 198 Hill St., Akron., OH
website

The gang is up to their usual antics as we journey through stories of Christmas past, present, and future. It's a jam-packed evening of holiday hits that you won't want to miss!

SANTA VISITS
Date: December 10th and 17th
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market
1900 State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
walnutcreekamishfleamarket.com/

Be sure to stop in and see Santa! He will be stopping on both Saturday December 10th and Saturday December 17th! All kids get a treat.

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

Columbus Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival
Date: January 28, 2023
Time: 7pm-11pm
Location: Center of Science and Industry (COSI)
333 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Tickets

THE OHIO BIGFOOT CONFERENCE
Date: May 6, 2023
Location: Salt Fork Lodge
Cambridge, Ohio

Additional details can be found on their Facebook page.

Dennison Railroad Festival
Dates: May 31 - June 3, 2023
Location: Dennnison Ohio
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Village Peddler Festival
Dates: September 16-17, 2023
Time: Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-5
Location: Lake Metropark Farmparks
Admission:$8
Description:The 39th annual Village Peddler Festival will be September 16-17, 2023 at Lake Metroparks Farmpark in Kirtland, Ohio with 175+ artisans/craftsmen, food trucks, & live music!
Contact info and/or website: www.villagepeddlerfestival.com