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Sep 22, 2021 · Over 300 Fall Festivals this weekend with another 100+ Festival Weekend in Ohio! Well, festival fans, it’s another weekend filled with all sorts of fall festivals involving history, pumpkins, apples, beer and so much more.
We have an exciting schedule of events planned for the weekend loaded with great entertainment, contests, delicious food, lots of vendors and, of course, rides and games for the kiddos. We look forward to seeing you at the 56 th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival.
7:45 pm Grand Finale Parade – over 175 units with Band Competition, Float Judging, Ohio Festival & Events Queens – By Invitation ONLY. Sponsored by General Mills. 9:45 pm Announcement of Parade Winners. 10:00 pm Announcement of Raffle Winners & Auctions. 11:00 pm Festival Official Closes for 2024
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Ohio Renaissance Festival | Waynesville, OH
The Ohio Renaissance Festival is a must-see fall festival in Ohio. The faireis held Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor Day, from September through October. Step back into the 16th century while you explore the 30-acre, re-envisioned English village full of knights, jousters, jugglers, peasants, and royalty. Wear a costume to immerse yourself even more in medieval times as you watch live performances, browse the “shoppes,” drink beer, and eat turkey legs.
The Backwoods Fest | Thornville, OH
Reserve three days in mid-September for bluegrass music, delicious eats from over 30 types of cuisine, and shopping from more than 300 vendors. This annual Ohio fall festival, which is held rain or shine, is a huge event. It has been a local favorite for years and draws huge crowds every third weekend in September. The Fest also hosts a charity auction and has plenty of fall-friendly entertainment. Listen to live music while you and the family enjoy some open-fire, kettle-cooked food! Kids un...
Jackson Apple Festival | Jackson, OH
For more than 80 years, the Jackson Apple Festival has been one of the most-loved fall festivals in Ohio. Held about mid-September, the festival takes over Downtown Jackson — the streets are closed to make way for thousands of festivalgoers. One of the most popular events within this fall festival is the Saturday Night Parade. It’s one of the biggest lighted parades in Ohio and features the famous Budweiser Clydesdale Horses. Attendees can also indulge in plenty of scrumptious street fare, ta...
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival | Waynesville, OH
Each year during the second weekend of October, Downtown Waynesville turns into a hub for lovers of all things sauerkraut. The amount of sauerkraut served (along with festival attendees) has grown immensely over the years — from 528 pounds in 1970 to 7 tons today! This huge fall festival in Ohio draws around 350,000 people each year from around the country. Explore offerings from over 450 craft vendors, and eat at 30+ food booths! Sauerkraut pizza is a must-try. Plus, make sure to stop by Bai...
Ashtabula County Covered Bridge Festival | Jefferson, OH
This unique Ohio fall festival is held the second weekend of October each year. Ashtabula County is famous for its covered bridges (and wine, too, by the way). There are 19 lovely, historic covered bridgesin the county. The free festival features all kinds of fun activities, including a parade, live entertainment and demonstrations, children’s games, crafts, and plenty of food. You can participate in or spectate a variety of contests for chili, baked goods, and LEGO-covered bridges. One of ou...
Apple Butter Fest | Grand Rapids, OH
This annual fall festival in Ohio has been held in early October since 1977. Thousands of half-pints of apple butter are freshly crafted each year for the event, which now boasts around 40,000 attendees. The apple butter takes three days to create, and a large amount is crafted about two weeks before the festival at “the Big Stir.” If you live near the historic town of Grand Rapids, don’t miss volunteering at this fun event! The Apple Butter Fest is also famous for lots of handmade wares, goo...
These are some of the best Ohio fall festivals, but there are so many more fall things to do in Ohio! For more Ohio fall travel ideas, our team at Rooted in Ohio has you covered. What’s your favorite fall festival in Ohio?
Sep 19, 2023 · We’ve compiled a list of the top apple butter festivals in Ohio and organized them by date so that you can easily plan your Ohio fall road trip, complete with an endless supply of apple butter! Hidden Valley Orchards – Apple Festival | photo via @earth.to.eliot
Explore the exciting events at the Elyria Apple Festival, including the annual car show, apple baking contest, 5K run, kids' activities, and more. Plan your visit now!
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