Author’s Note: This is the first of a series of posts about my trip to England and Iceland. I hope you enjoy it! ******************** I had the opportunity to take a trip. It was late summer and my wife was about to be away for a month on a wonderful … Read more
This year, I’ve been to and reviewed 36 festivals. There probably would have been more if I didn’t take a summer vacation in June, but I’m honestly not regretting it at all (it was a GREAT summer trip). The festivals varied in theme and type… …including beer fests (Columbus Winter … Read more
The Geneva Area Grape Jamboree celebrates its grape heritage with freshly squeezed grape juice, wine, grape ice cream and pie. There are also a nice selection of food trucks, vendors and a carnival area with rides and games. 2026 DATE: September 26-27, 2026Location: Downtown GenevaWebsite: http://www.grapejamboree.com/ ****In 2009, I wrote … Read more
Art in the Park is a festival and juried art show with over 90 artists who work in glass, metal, paint, jewelry and more types of media. There are musical performances on two stages, a nice selection of food vendors, children’s activities and more. 2026 DATE: September 12-13, 2026Location: Fred … Read more
Chamberfest takes place at Metzger Park in Louisville with rides, games, vendors, food, beer and live entertainment. 2026 DATE: June 27, 2026Location: Metzger Park1420 S Nickelplate StLouisville, OH 44641Website: https://www.louisvilleohchamber.org/events **** This post documents my experience on September 13, 2015. At the time, it was the Constitution Festival, but now … Read more
This post documents my experience on September 12, 2015. Under the shadow of the Old Hilliard water tower… …a festival ran called Old Hilliardfest. The main drag of the festival grounds… …was capped with a Community Stage… …and an Americana Stage (Hocking River String Band)… …while rides… …games… …beer… …food … Read more
The South Vienna Corn Festival offers plenty of crafts vendors, food booths run by local organizations, entertainment and more. 2025 DATE: September 5-7, 2025Location: South ViennaWebsite: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576725795994 **** This post documents my experience on September 12, 2015. I arrived in South Vienna and found parking on a country road… …later … Read more
Pony Wagon Days traditionally kicks off with a parade, followed by a basket auction. During the three days of the festival, there are live music, rides for children and food vendors. 2024 DATE: September 7, 2024Location: Downtown St. ParisWebsite: https://www.facebook.com/ponywagondays/ **** This post documents my experience on September 12, 2015 … Read more
The Dayton Greek Festival takes place at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church with food, entertainment and kids’ activities. 2025 DATE: September 5-7, 2025Location: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church500 Belmonte Park NorthDayton, OH 45405Website: https://www.facebook.com/daytongreekfestival/ **** This post documents my experience on September 12, 2015. Belmonte Park North and area streets were … Read more