The Troy Strawberry Festival brings in more than 200,000 strawberry lovers each year who can enjoy everything from strawberry salsa and deep-fried strawberries to strawberry funnel cake and strawberry donuts. Vendors, food and entertainment only add to it. 2026 DATE: June 6-7, 2026Location: Downtown Troy and along banks of the … Read more
AUTHOR’S NOTE: I returned to the festival in 2013, which you can read at https://ohiofestivals.net/columbus-arts-festival-updated/ This post documents my experience on June 4, 2010. **** Although this blog and my life both put great emphasis on food – cooking, eating, experimentation, exploration – it’s only one of my interests. I … Read more
AUTHOR’S NOTE: There is an updated 2015 Review here – https://ohiofestivals.net/port-clinton-walleye-festival-revisited/ This post documents my experience on May 31, 2010. ******************** One of the great risks of both planning and attending a festival is weather. You never can tell what’s going to happen – especially in Ohio. And, sometimes, while things … Read more
The Utica Sertoma Ice Cream Festival takes place right next door to the Velvet Ice Cream Company, which you can visit during the event. The festival offers over 90 vendors, pony rides, car and motorcycle shows, fantastic live entertainment, activities for the kids, various competitions and delicious food. But don’t … Read more
The Taste of Cincinnati is a downtown festival with plenty of local foods brought together, along with music and vendors. 2026 DATE: May 23-25, 2026 Location: Downtown CincinnatiWebsite: https://tasteofcincinnati.com/ **** This post documents my experience on May 30, 2010. Nothing has more appeal than a festival that promises a wide selection of … Read more
The Feast of the Flowering Moon is a festival that celebrates the Native American culture with dances, music, exhibits and more. There are also more than 80 crafters, food, games and contests. 2026 DATE: May 22-24, 2026Location: Yoctangee ParkChillicothe, OH 45601Website: http://feastofthefloweringmoon.org/ ****This post documents my experience on May 29, … Read more
AUTHOR’S NOTE: In 2014, this spring festival has turned into a drive-thru with no indoor activities or services. Therefore, although they are now calling it a Gyro Fest, it doesn’t match festival criteria and has been moved to the In Memorium listings. This post documents my experience on May 21, … Read more
The Biggest Week in American Birding takes place in Oak Harbor, Ohio when warblers start making their way back north over Lake Erie. Birders flock together to see the birds up close with and without binoculars and take plenty of photos. While not a traditional festival, there are many events, … Read more
AUTHOR’S NOTE: There is an updated 2015 Review here – https://ohiofestivals.net/dandelion-may-festival-revisited/ This post documents my experience on May 1, 2010. ******************** There’s something to be said about unexpected surprises. When you hear about a festival that’s in a small town (let alone a winery in that small town), you can’t help … Read more