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Tractors, Tractors, Tractors
2024-06-22 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH, 43502, United States
Sauder Village | 10 a.m.

Get an up-close look at the machines that make farming possible! Historic tractors from the 1920s to the 1960s will be on display in the Historic Village. There will be International Harvesters, Farmalls, Silver Kings, Molines, John Deere tractors, and more!
Interested in registering a tractor for the show? Call 1-800-590-9755 for more information.

After Dark Lantern Tour
2024-06-22 20:30 - 22:00, 2024-07-19 20:00 - 21:30 | Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH, 43551, United States
Fort Meigs | May 11, June 22, July 19, September 28
Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour
Experience Fort Meigs after dark!
Led by costumed guides, guests will tour the fort by lantern light, witness a nighttime musket demonstration, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812.
Tour times:
May 11, 2024
June 22, 2024
July 19, 2024
September 28, 2024
Doors open 30 minutes before tour steps off.
Cost: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, $10 for kids and students.
Space is limited to 70 guests. Advanced tickets are required.
Tickets can be purchased online at store.fortmeigs.org

Cork & Pork
2024-06-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd,, Sylvania, OH, 43560, United States
Excited to announce the return of Cork and Pork, the hottest summer fundraiser hosted by Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Ohio! Join us on June 27 at Sylvania Centennial Terrace for BBQ, drinks, games, live entertainment, and more! Sample delicious dishes from local restaurants competing for prestigious awards. Don’t miss live music by Pop’s Garage, winners of Toledo City Paper’s “Best Cover Band” award. Proceeds support RMHC’s vital work. Learn more at RMHCToledo.org or call 419-471-HOME (4663).games

Put-in-Bay Pyrate Fest
2024-06-28 - 2024-07-01 | Put-In-Bay, Put-in-Bay Airport, OH, 43456, United States
Put-in-Bay | June 28-30
Pyrate Fest XVI!
The Pyrate King returns to Put-in-Bay DeRivera Park for three days to find his stolen treasure!
On Friday night, pyrates invade the downtown harbor and hoist the pyrate flags! The Pyrate Bar Crawl starts at 5 pm (for the adult pyrates only). On Saturday, fun activities for the entire family include the marketplace, kid’s activities with Captain Jack Sparrow and the Krew and pyrate demonstrations including cannon firing! Sunday is the annual Kid’s Fest. Dress as a pyrate and join the fun! Find more information visit pyratefest.org.

Crossbow to Cartridge
2024-06-29 - 2024-07-01 | Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH, 43551, United States
Fort Meigs | June 29-30
Behold the great revolution in military technology, the adoption of gunpowder. Crossbow to Cartridge is a living history event for the 15th-17th centuries. Military camps to explore, weapons demonstrations and lively engagement with the warriors and camp followers of distant Europe and Early America.

Burger Battle
2024-06-29 17:00 - 23:00 | Toledo Farmers’ Market, 525 Market St., Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Toledo Farmers’ Market | 5 p.m.
Burger Battle
Free to the Public.
Get ready to grub out and shop! You heard of Taco War & Chicken War! Now we bring you Burger Battle!!

Independence Day 1813
2024-07-04 12:00 - 17:00 | OH
Fort Meigs | Noon

July 4, 1813 was a day of festivity at Fort Meigs. Soldiers fired 18 shots from cannons in a National Salute and spent the day celebrating the founding of the nation they were defending. Join us as we recreate Independence Day 1813 with weapons demos, historic music presentations, and civilian activities.

Admission:
$10 for Adults
$8 for Seniors
$5 for Children
Free: Children 5 & under; Fort Meigs Annual Pass holders and Ohio History Connection Members

Red, White & Brew!
2024-07-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Growler Park, Ottawa & Broadway, Toledo, OH, United States
Celebrate the 4th of July at Maumee Bay Brewing Co. for our annual Red, White & Brew event!
We’re hosting a fireworks watch party for the downtown Toledo fireworks show!
Join us in Growler Park (lawn area located on Ottawa & Broadway) for perfect viewing of the fireworks! Spots are first come, first served, so BYO Blanket or Chair, get comfortable & enjoy tunes from Book That D.J., summertime MBBC beers, great food and more!
Details:
7pm-end of fireworks show
FREE ADMISSION | FREE PARKING | Fun for the whole family!
MBBC is dog friendly, however, we encourage you to leave dogs at home for this event.

Lucas County Fair
2024-07-08 - 2024-07-15 | Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee, OH, 43537, United States
Lucas County Fairgrounds | July 8-14
166th annual Lucas County Fair.
For complete schedule and information:
lucascountyfair.com

Brigade Napoleon
2024-07-13 - 2024-07-15 | Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH, 43551, United States
Fort Meigs | July 13-14
Join us for our newest living history event, Brigade Napoleon!
Behold the conflict that engulfed the rest of the world during the War of 1812.

Capt. Scupper’s Tug Life - July
2024-07-13 10:30 - 16:00 | National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front Street, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
Join our junior tugboat crew for tug-themed kid activities!
Become a part of our junior tugboat crew during Captain Scuppers Tug Life—an hour of tug-themed activities ideal for kids ages 3 – 10.
Discover the Adventures of Kitty Smoke—a tale of an old tugboat who gets a second chance with the help of a boy.
Explore a real tugboat with us as we step on board the Museum Tug Ohio.
Mix education with fun during this small group activity for children and their caregiver(s).
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Registration is required and FREE for members* or included with the price of museum-ship combo admission (Children 0 – 5 FREE, Youth ages 6 – 17, Adults $17, Seniors 65+ $16). Day-of signup is only available if we have space.
The program is offered beginning at 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm
Each group is limited to 10 kids and their grownup(s)
The activities are designed for ages 3 to 10 but older children are welcome to register.
This program is an eligible free program for Museums For All participants.**
Not an NMGL member? Consider a membership that includes year-long and seasonal access to the museum, museum store, program discounts, and more. Visit nmgl.org/membership to learn more.
* Member Children are defined as children who are part of a family or grandparent membership.
** This program is available for free to individuals who qualify for Museums For All—a new access program at the National Museum of the Great Lakes where those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission using their SNAP EBT card.

BSC Sommerfest
2024-07-13 13:00 - 22:30 | Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman, Oregon, Ohio, 43616
Our biggest event of the year at the Oak Shade Grove in Oregon and it’s still free to get in!
Live German and American Music all day, Two German Dance Groups will perform. Our popular “1 in 52” Electronics raffle, “Money Tree Raffle” and huge “Kinder Raffle”! German food and homemade Potato Salad. We will also crown this years Princess for the Bavarian Sports Club and award a Scholarship to one of our members.
Back this year to go along with the Bike shows we have had in the past is a Car/Bike Show ran by Frogtown Cruisers! Entry Fee is $10, Registration starts at 1 PM, Judging at 4 PM and runs until 5 PM. Ten categories/awards for cars and bikes! Funds raised at the Car show will go to the BSC Scholarship fund.
Back this year will be a vendor section, spots open for only $20 at the car show or by the Fest or feel free to move between them! We will provide a table and chairs, bring an easy up if you need one. Please contact bsccraftsaless@gmail.com for more information or to register.
Did I miss anything? Lot’s of German and Domestic Refreshments! Back by demand is our Famous German Tea!
We take cash and credit cards at all BSC Registers at this event! No ticket sales lines to stand in!
Not only is the event free, but parking is free as well!
Tentative Schedule:
1:00-5:00-Car/Motorcycle Show
1:00-1:30-Denise on Accordion.
1:30-2:00-BSC Holzhackerbuam Dance.
2:00-3:00- Deutschmeister Band.
3:00-3:30-Volkstanz Gruppe Dance.
3:30-4:30-Deutschmeister Band.
4:30-5:00-BSC Holzhackerbuam Dance.
5:00-5:30-Deutschmeister Band
5:30-6:00-Volkstanz Gruppe Dance.
6:00-6:30-ZeugenschutZ, Contemporary and Classic Rock and Country.
6:30-7:00-BSC Holzhackerbuam Dance.
7:00-9:00- ZeugenschutZ, Contemporary and Classic Rock and Country.
9:00 – Close- Troy Hall DJ in der Haus!

Ottawa County Fair
2024-07-15 - 2024-07-22 | Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. State Rte 163, Oak Harbor, OH, 43449, United States
Ottawa County Fairgrounds, Oak Harbor | July 15-21
60th annual Ottawa County Fair.
For complete schedule and information:
ottawacountyfair.org

LPGA Dana Open
2024-07-18 - 2024-07-22 | Highland Meadows Golf Club, 7445 Erie St., Sylvania, OH, 43560, United States
Highland Meadows Golf Club | July 18-21
The Dana Open will be July 18-21 with practice rounds and events July 15-17.

Lucas County Farm Connection 2024
2024-07-20 10:00 - 14:00 | MacQueen Orchards, 7605 Garden Rd, Holland, OH, 43528, United States
Mark your calendar and plan to stop by the first-ever Lucas County Farm Connection, a family-friendly event where all are welcome to learn, play and inspire forward progress for food production in our community.
This year’s featured farm and host is MacQueen Orchards in Holland, Ohio. Join us to celebrate them, and all the agricultural producers in our County, who we are proud to call Home Grown. The event is free to attend and offers something for the whole family to enjoy. Attendees can listen to a main-stage speaker series on a variety of agricultural topics, have fun with children’s activities, talk to local agencies in the expo area, and snack on tasty treats from local food trucks!
Those who register prior to July 14th will receive a free, freshly-made MacQueen’s donut! Register online at: https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/LucasCountyBreakfastontheFarm.

St. Elias Orthodox Church Car Show
2024-07-20 11:00 - 16:00 | St. Elias Orthodox Church, 4940 Harroun Rd., Sylvania, OH, 43560, United States
Join us for the St. Elias Orthodox Church Car Show in Sylvania, OH. The event is free to the public and will feature raffles, prizes, food trucks, church tours, a DJ and more!
It is $10 to register your car for the show and judging is at 2pm.
Blessing of the cars takes place at 3:30pm
A portion of the proceeds support St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Learn more at www.sainteliasoh.com/chariot

Seneca County Fair
2024-07-21 - 2024-07-29 | Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Avenue, Tiffin, OH, 44883, United States
Seneca County Fairgrounds, Tiffin | July 21-28
182nd annual Seneca County Fair.
For complete schedule and information:
senecacountyfair.org

Hamler Summer Fest
2024-07-26 - 2024-07-29 | Hamler Community Park, OH, 43524, United States
Hamler Community Park, Hamler, Ohio | July 26-28
The 56th annual Hamler Summerfest – “The Granddaddy Of Them All!”
Admission Prices
Friday $7 / Saturday $7 / Sunday $5
3-Day Pass $15
Under age 16 admitted free with parent.
Gates open approximately 1 hour before music starts.
Friday, July 26 – Gates open at 4:30 p.m. (Food line at 5)
Saturday, July 27 – Gates open at 2 p.m. (Food line at 3)
Sunday, July 28 – Gates open at 10 a.m. (Food line at 11:30)
German Food: Bar-B-Que Chicken / Bratwurst / Hot Beef / Hot Dogs / Beef & Noodles / Baked Beans / German Potato Salad / Sauerkraut / Ice Cream
The idea for the first Hamler Summer Fest in Henry County came when a few couples in 1968 visited the Frankenmuth festival in Michigan and enjoyed its gemurtlekeit (sociability). Both communities are of largely German descent. The first festival began on a Sunday afternoon in a tent behind the American Legion Hall, with two polka bands and a makeshift dance floor. The response was overwhelming with 900 people attending, many until after midnight. The next festival in 1970 was held over two days, attracting 2,000 people. The festival continued to grow in popularity, overflowing the streets and tents. In 1973, festival organizers decided to purchase 13 acres that could be used as a park and festival grounds. In 1975, the Hamler Summerfest honored Hamler’s 100th anniversary with a parade with 80 units, a baking contest, a beard and mustache contest, a dress and bonnet contest, and lots of German-style food-bratwurst, German potato salad, hot dogs and sauerkraut, lots of beer, and several polka bands. In July 2000, the festival attracted 20,000 visitors from across the country.
Complete schedule:
www.hamlersf.com.

Northwest Ohio Rib Off
2024-07-26 - 2024-07-29 | Lucas County Recreation Center, 1800 Key St, Maumee, OH, 43604, United States
Lucas County Fairgrounds | July 26-28
The Blade’s 40th annual Northwest Ohio Rib Off presented by Dunn Chevy Buick in Oregon.
Pitmasters from Toledo to Texas will serve up mouth-watering ribs at one of Toledo’s most popular summer events.
Friday, July 26: Noon-11 p.m. | Gin Blossom, Sponge, 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 27: Noon-11 p.m. | Brett Young, 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 28: Noon-7 p.m. | Family Day; Jump – America’s Van Halen Experience, 5 p.m.
Tickets
General admission on Friday and Saturday, July 26-27, including the concert, is $20 in advance, and $25 at the gate. Limited Advanced Reserved Seating for the concert is $59.50 for Friday and $65 for Saturday. Admission is free from noon-2 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Family Day, Sunday, July 28: Admission is $10 per family and includes games, inflatables, face painting and more, plus the 5 p.m. performance by Jump.
Tickets at Ticketmaster.com and Huntington Center box office.
Gin Blossoms, an American alternative rock band, formed in 1987 in Tempe, Arizona. The band rose to prominence following the 1992 release of its first major label debut album, New Miserable Experience. The first single “Hey Jealousy” became a top-25 hit and went gold. New Miserable Experience went quadruple platinum and had three other charting singles with “Allison Road,” “Until I Fall Away,” and “Found Out About You.” The band’s follow-up album, Congratulations I’m Sorry (1996), went platinum and included the Grammy-nominated “As Long as It Matters” and the top-10 single “Follow You Down.”
Sponge gained international notoriety with their debut album Rotting Piñata. Emerging from Detroit with hits on Billboard’s Modern Rock Charts like “Plowed” and “Molly (16 Candles),” Sponge’s follow-up album Wax Ecstatic scored hits “Wax Ecstatic” and “Have You Seen Mary?”
From his self-titled debut album in 2017, Brett Young has captured the hearts of fans everywhere through his honest lyrics and West Coast-meets-Southern sound, aptly dubbed “Caliville” style. With an impressive string of seven No. 1 hits – “In Case You Didn’t Know,” “Mercy,” “Sleep Without You,” “Like I Loved You,” “Here Tonight,” “Catch,” and “Lady” – and multiple hit albums defined by an undeniable romantic spark, he has cemented his status as a master of matters of the heart. In 2018, Young was named Academy of Country Music’s New Male Artist of the Year. In 2023, he released his fourth studio album, Across the Sheets.

Wood County Fair
2024-07-28 - 2024-08-05 | Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Road, Bowling Green, OH, 43402, United States
Wood County Fairgrounds, Bowling Green | July 28-August 4
151st Wood County Fair.
For complete schedule and information:
https://www.woodcounty-fair.com/

Toledo Jeep Fest
2024-08-02 - 2024-08-05 | Downtown Toledo, United States
Downtown Toledo | August 2-4
The 7th annual Toledo Jeep Fest.
In 2022, more than 70,000 attendees traveled from 39 states, along with Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Netherlands to take part in the dynamic weekend-long event.
Each year this event gets bigger and better, and 2023 will be no different. We’re stacking up the fun for next year. There will be the signature All-Jeep Parade through downtown Toledo, a massive Vendor Midway, live entertainment, family fun zones, and much more. Just as you can count on your Jeep, you can count on this event to be action-packed.
Complete schedule, go to toledojeepfest.com.

St George Cathedral Summer Festival
2024-08-02 17:00 - 2024-08-04 17:00 | St. George Cathedral, 3754 Woodley Dr, Toledo, OH, 43606, United States
St. George Orthodox Cathedral is proud to announce its 2024 Annual Summer Festival on August 2, 3, 4 2024. It will be held on the Cathedral grounds at 3754 Woodley Road. On Friday, August 2nd the Middle Eastern festival gate will open at 5:00 PM. It will continue on Saturday, August 3rd at 4:00 PM, and close on Sunday, August 4th from noon until 5:00 PM. Admission is $5.00 per person, and children 10 and under are free.
This year’s festival will feature the local bands of Madison Avenue on Friday night, and The Grape Smugglers on Saturday evening. On Sunday we will be entertained by After Shock featuring our own Nate Khoury and Dave Hairabedian. And of course, Middle Eastern music, a belly dancer and dancing will entertain the crowd throughout the weekend.
Middle Eastern and American food will be available for purchase. Favorites will include sfeeha (meat pies), green beans and rice, baked kibbe (a meat and wheat mixture), grape leaf rolls, and the Middle Eastern pastries that everyone craves. In the Fast Food area Middle Eastern and American sandwiches, French fries, and the ever popular Zalabee (elephant ears) are among the smells filling the air. Adult beverages and soft drinks will quench all thirsty desires.
A children’s area will include kiddie carnival games, crafts, and bouncy houses. Sand art and face painting will also be among the activities to keep the children busy.
Self-guided church tours will run throughout the festival hours. Our beloved priest, Very Reverend Archpriest Michael Shaheen, will be available for any questions that may arise. Church memorabilia and novelties will be available for sale.
Many more family friendly surprises will be offered for a fun filled weekend at St. George Cathedral on Woodley Road. Bring your family and friends to the only Middle Eastern church festival in the Toledo area. For more information, please call the Cathedral at 419 475-7054.
See you under the tents at the Cathedral!

Erie County Fair
2024-08-05 - 2024-08-12 | Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
Erie County Fairgrounds, Sandusky | August 5-11
For complete schedule and information:
www.eriefair.com

Henry County Fair
2024-08-08 - 2024-08-16 | Henry County Fairgrounds, 821 S. Perry St. , Napoleon, OH, 43545, United States
Henry County Fairgrounds | August 8-15
172nd Henry County Fair, Napoleon.
Information and schedule:
henrycountyfair.org

Party-In-The-Parking-Lot
2024-08-11 16:00 - 19:00 | HeART Gallery / St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St., Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Great outdoor party for families! Bed building with “Let’s Build” for Lucas County students without one;
on-site grill with picnic food $10; live band “The Cheeks” playing oldies and current pop favorites; “Wet Paint” exhibit in the gallery from Plein Air painting event; tours of the four story historic church building with beautiful architectural details.

Rug Hooking Week
2024-08-13 - 2024-08-18 | Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH, 43502, United States
Sauder Village | August 13-17
28th annual Rug Hooking Week.
Exhibits
500–800 contemporary and historic fiber art works displayed gallery style, in the 10,000 square foot Founder’s Hall. The exhibit hall is well-lit under a 2,300 lb. hand-forged iron and blown glass Queen Anne’s Lace chandelier made by Sauder craftsmen. Extensive exhibit signage provides education, insight, and artist recognition. In addition to hooked and punched work, the exhibit also includes a variety of other fiber arts. Exhibitors typically represent 40 U.S. states, as well as Canada, and other countries. Participating exhibitors pre-register online, and receive complimentary admission Wednesday-Saturday to the exhibit and vendors. The exhibits include:

Feature Exhibits – pay tribute to the work of outstanding contemporary and historic artists. Each of these extensive collections offers a wonderful and rare opportunity to admire and study closely the techniques, colors, designs, materials, and the in-depth story of talented artists. Collections are on loan from artists, or gathered from private collectors and museums.
Special Exhibits – present innovative and original works done by an individual or group of artists which represent contemporary or historic themes, concepts, ideas, techniques, and educational and regional projects.
Celebration of Hand-Hooked Rugs Exhibit – culmination of the annual competition sponsored by Rug Hooking magazine. Each year the artists are invited to exhibit their award-winning work in this exclusive exhibit. The Celebration publication debuts at Rug Hooking Week.
Main Exhibit – invites EVERYONE to submit their work to this exhibit, divided into categories, and includes all skill levels. Beside rug hooking, this exhibit also includes other fiber arts such as: braiding, proddy, punch needle, quilling/standing wool, wool applique, fusion, and multi-dimensional work.
Group Exhibits – collections of work done by groups or guides with a common focus.
Virtual Exhibits – creative work of international artists presented virtually in our Fiber Lounge.

Classes: 30–40 offered each year. Something to suit everyone’s interest and schedule, in a wide variety of topics, techniques, and skill levels. Besides hooking and punching an assortment of other fiber arts classes is offered, along with dye classes, gallery talks and presentations. Detailed class descriptions and photos are provided along with skill levels and teacher bios. Classes range from beginner to advanced. Classes are taught by outstanding teachers from across the country & around the globe. Pre-registration is required – follow these links to register: ONLINE REGISTRATION . The types of classes include:

Retreats – 3 & 4 days of study with one teacher, who sets the focus and goals, and teaches in a group format, as well as providing time for individual project guidance.
Workshops – evening, 1, 1.5 & 2 day classes, in a wide range of topics, techniques, projects, focuses, skills, and mediums. This also includes dye classes in our commercial kitchen.
Gallery Talks – mornings & evenings. An opportunity to meet the artists, curators, or authorities, ask questions, and learn more about specific exhibits. Gallery Talks are listed under workshops.

National Tractor Pulling Championships
2024-08-15 - 2024-08-18 | Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Road, Bowling Green, OH, 43402, United States
Wood County Fairgrounds, Bowling Green | August 15-17
57th National Tractor Pulling Championships.
This event, promoted by the Northwestern Ohio Tractor Pullers Association, draws an estimated crowd of 65,000 for the weekend with $250,000 in purse money and contingency prizes.
Complete schedule at pulltown.com.

Perrysburg Hearts the Arts Art Fair
2024-08-16 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-17 10:00 - 22:00 | Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg, OH, 43551, United States
Friday, August 16, 5pm – 8pm
Saturday, August 17: 10am -10pm with 6pm , 6pm Soft Close for artists
Sunday, August 18: 10am – 4pm

For the past 19 years, The Guild of Artists and Artisans produced the Levis Commons Fine Art Fair located at the Levis Commons Town Center. In 2024, partnering with Visit Perrysburg, The Guild brings a new fine art fair to Perrysburg, Ohio, Perrysburg Hearts the Arts. This fine art fair features jury-selected artists and artisans including jewelry, ceramics, painting, glass, photography, fiber and more. Located in Perrysburg’s Historic Downtown, this inaugural event is located near convenient parking and wonderful restaurants and shops. In addition to spectacular artists the event will include live music, food trucks, kids activities, music, and will be free to the public. Estimated attendance ~20-30,000. Free artist parking.
