AUTHOR’S NOTE: I have returned to the Testicle Festival in 2017. To read that experience, please go to https://ohiofestivals.net/testicle-festival-tiro/ This post documents my experience on May 11, 2013. ******************** In the quiet town of Tiro, Ohio… …there’s a curious bar with an even more curious tradition that began 25 years … Read more
This post documents my experience on February 9, 2013. In Chinese mythology, on the first day of the year, a beast called the Nian would come out of hiding and go on a feeding frenzy, eating livestock, crops and sometimes people – especially children. At first, people would put plates … Read more
This post documents my experience on January 19, 2013. Along with maple syrup… …the city of Chardon is known for its production of snow. Located at the center of the snow belt, Chardon receives more than 100 inches of snow per winter with a record of 161 inches in the … Read more
The Mohican Winter Fest in Loudonville is a small winter festival that focuses on ice sculptures and town exploration. 2026 DATE: January 10, 2026Location: Downtown LoudonvilleWebsite: https://discovermohican.com/event/winterfest/ **** This post documents my experience on January 12, 2013. Since my last festival in early October, many events have occurred. We had … Read more
The Barnesville Pumpkin Festival embraces pumpkins with various pumpkin displays, pumpkin treats, and pumpkin vendor items. There are rides, games, live entertainment and so much more to enjoy. 2026 DATE: September 24-26, 2026Location: Downtown BarnesvilleWebsite: http://www.barnesvillepumpkinfestival.com/ **** This post documents my experience on September 30, 2012. You should never assume … Read more
This post documents my experience on September 29, 2012. As I finished my festival day from Columbus to Greenville to Tipp City to Dayton and back to Columbus again, I was lucky enough to make it in time to finish my day… …at Smith Farm Market‘s Fall Festival. It was a … Read more
The Chocolate Festival is put on by Fair and Friends Radio and consists of church, organization and vendor booths who offer chocolate sales or free chocolate samples. Entertainment, food and kids activities are also present. 2025 DATE: October 4, 2025Location: Montgomery County Fairgrounds645 Infirmary RdDayton, OH 45417Website: https://www.facebook.com/faithandfriends**** This post … Read more
Located in Tipp City’s City Park, the Mum Festival offers several mum vendors, tons of food and second-hand and craft vendors. 2026 DATE: September 26-27, 2026Location: Tipp City City Park200 Parkwood DrTipp City, Ohio 45371Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057381171343 **** This post documents my experience on September 29, 2012. Originally founded as Tippecanoe … Read more