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Ohio Renaissance Festival

Live the legend in this authentically re-created 30-acre 16th Century English village. Rub elbows with nobility and be entertained by hundreds of costumed performers in nearly 100 shows each day. Cheer your favorite knight to victory as he competes for the Queen's honor in the thrilling full-armored Joust.

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March 15 - 16 - 17th Annual River Cities Blues Festival, Marietta - Enjoy the sounds of wonderful jazz and blues music. Features a large dance floor to boogie down and a ballroom. Come have a good time! (304) 295-4323 Lafayette Hotel (1276)

June 8 - Corvettes at Roscoe Village Cruise-In, Coshocton - Corvettes at Roscoe Cruise (800)877-1830 (2696)

July 12 - July 19 - Franklin County Fair, HILLIARD - (614)-876-7235 Fairgrounds (2686)

JULY 20 - 26 - CLERMONT COUNTY FAIR, OWENSVILLE - One of the oldest fairs in Ohio. (513)732-0522 Fairgrounds (2685)

July 26 - 27 - LUCAS COUNTY FAIR, Maumee - ROUGH TRUCK, LAWN MOWER RACES, DEMOLITION DERBY 419-893-2127 (2890)

July 29 - August 4 - Wood County Fair, Bowling Green - Don't miss the fun! (419)352-0441 Fairgrounds (2687)

July 30 - August 10 - Ohio State Fair, Columbus - From star-studded performers and heart-stopping rides to livestock exhibits and exceptional displays, the fair offers family fun you can experience nowhere else. (614) 644-3247 Ohio Expo Center (311)

August 4 - 10 - Cuyahoga County Fair, Berea - (440) 243-0090 Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds (2684)

August 5 - 10 - Ashtabula County Fair, Jefferson - Fun for the whole family. (440)576-7626 Fairgrounds (2682)

August 8 - 10 - North Ridgeville Corn Festival, Ridgeville - Celebrating 33 years of corn festivities! Bring the whole family to this fun, and delicious festival! (406) 755-6088 (1206)

August 8 - 14 - Miami County Fair, Troy - (937) 335-7492 Fairgrounds (2683)

August 8 - 14 - Henry County Fair, Napoleon - (419)592-9096 Henry County Fairgrounds (2690)

August 11 - 16 - Huron County Fair, Norwalk - Please mark your calendars and remember to get your tickets early. (419)744-2225 (2677)

August 15 - 23 - Allen County Fair!, Lima - Fun for all! (419)228-7141 Fairgrounds (2681)

August 15 - 23 - Great Darke County Fair, Greenville - (800) 736-3671 Fairgrounds (2688)

August 28 - September 1 - The Great Geauga County Fair, Burton - WELCOME! to the Great Geauga County Fair, Ohio's oldest fair. (440)-834-1846 Fairgrounds (2678)

August 29 – September 1st - Greek Festival, Columbus - Celebrate the Greek culture and heritage at this year's festival. Enjoy authentic Greek foods and entertainment. Even if you're not Greek, you'll find something to do and many things to learn! Prices will be $5 for Adults $4 for Senior Citizens Kids under 12 FREE Tickets are good for the entire weekend. (614) 224-9020 Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral (1230)

August 29 - September 4 - Fulton County Fair, Fayette - Don't miss the "Fun, Fun, Fun" (419)335-6006 Fairgrounds (2680)

August 30 - 31 - The Fair at New Boston, Springfield - Do something completely unique this Labor Day Weekend! Travel back in time over 200 years and experience what it was like to live in the late 1700s & early 1800s. Create a memorable experienc for you and your family! (937) 882-9216 George Rogers Clark Park (1271)

August 30th – October 19th, Saturdays, Sundays and Labor Day - Ohio Renaissance Festival, Harveysburg - Live the legend in this authentically re-created 30-acre 16th Century English village. Rub elbows with nobility and be entertained by hundreds of costumed performers in nearly 100 shows each day. Cheer your favorite knight to victory as he competes for the Queen's honor in the thrilling full-armored Joust. (513) 897-7000 (165)

August 31 - 31, September 1 - Cleveland National Air Show, Cleaveland - One of Northern Ohio's largest regional events. Featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds in an exciting event that will take you to new heights. (216) 781-0747 Burke Lakefront Airport (313)

September 13 - 20 - Delaware County Fair, Delaware - Home of The Little Brown Jug. (800) 335-3247 (2676)

September 14 -20 - The Ashland County Fair, Ashland - The "Fair for Families" (419)289-0466 Fairgrounds (2689)

October 5 - 11 - The Fairfield County Fair, Lancaster - The Fairfield County Fair is one of the last county fairs of the year. (740) 653-3041 (2679)

2009 Events

January 16 - 18 - Country Peddler Craft Show, Maumee - (717)656-3208 (3296)

March 19 - 29 - Cleveland International Film Festival, Cleveland - (216)623-3456 Tower City Cinemas at Tower City Center in Downtown (4017)

April 25 - May 2 - African American Heritage Festival, Columbus - The event traditionally brings thousands of visitors to Columbus and is a time for people of all ages and walks to celebrate African-American history and culture. (614) 688-8449 Throughout The Ohio State University campus (4006)

April 30 - May 3 - Geauga County Maple Festival, Chardon - The Geauga County Maple Festival is held on beautiful Chardon Square and opens on the last Thursday in April. GCMF celebrates the production of maple syrup. Come and see how maple syrup is made; enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes with pure Geauga County maple syrup; or treat yourself to a maple stir! Events include 2 Grand Parades, Maple Syrup Judging/Auction, Queen's Contest, Photo Contest, Arts & Crafts, Invitational Lumberjack Competition, Sap Run, Bathtub Races, Concessions, Rides and free entertainment. 440-286-3007 (3941)

May 1 - 3 - 13th Annual Central Ohio Folk Festival, Galloway - 614-267-4128 Batelle-Darby Creek Metro Park (4008)

May 16 - 17 - Delaware Arts Festival, Delaware - Arts and crafts festival in downtown Delaware. Enjoy entertainment, food children's activities, and silent auction. 888-335-6446 Historic Downtown Delaware (4009)

May 16 - Fairbanks Festival in Unionville Center, Unionville Center - (614) 873-3068 The Green, Main and Cross Streets (4010)

May 16 - 17 - Queen City Bird Fesitval, College Corner - Sat 9-6pm; Sun 9-noon. Free Guest speakers, food, vendors, Music, hikes, Banding Demo 513-255-5313 (5041)

May 23 - 24 - Asian Festival, Columbus - 614-402-3384 1777 East Broad Street (4007)

June 19 - 21 - Festival of the Fish, Vermilion - A reunion of family & friends. Come join us for our 42nd year. We feature daily entertainment, kid's games, food & craft booths, and parade on Sunday, June 15th at 12:30p.m., lighted boat parade, sand castle building contest, crazy craft races, and queen's pageant. Fun for the whole family. No admission charge. 440-967-4477 Victory Park (3942)

June 19 - 21 - Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival, Columbus - The Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival is fast becoming one of the best music festivals in the state of Ohio. Featuring hundreds of musicians from all over, this music event continues to grow in attendance. Olde Gahanna, in and around Mill and Granville Streets and Creekside Park (4011)

June 19 - 21 - 19th Annual Juneteenth Ohio Festival, Columbus - Three full days of fun, music, food, and entertainment. 614-258-4633 Franklin Park (4012)

June 22 - 26 - Kids Pottery Camp, Amelia - Come explore forms in clay let your kids creativity shine. 513-734-7089 (4825)

June 24 - 28 - Brunswick Old Fashioned Days, Brunswick - Largest festival in Medina County. Events include: all genres of live musical acts, other entertainment, rides for all ages (Bates Bros. Amusements), food, games, commercial vendors, giveaways, committee sponsored contests for all ages, fireworks (6-25, 10 PM) and parade (6-28, 2 PM). Hours: Wed, Thur & Fri. 5-11 PM, Sat. 1-11PM, Sun. 2-9PM. Good Old Fashioned Fun! 330-220-1111 Brunswick High School Complex (3943)

June 24 - 27 - London Strawberry Festival, London - 740-852-1582 Downtown (4013)

June 30 - July 4 - Ashville 4th of July Celebration, Ashville - Come celebrate the 4th of July in ASHVILLE during our 80th anniversary. Our Fish sandwich is "As Big As Your Hand", and we sell over 2 tons of this delicious item each year. Parades crafts,lots of carnival foods & a great midway by TRIPLE TREAT. 740-983-9449 (3944)

July 1 - 3 - East Sparta Homecoming, East Sparta - Fireworks, Car Show, Parade, Live entertainment, bingo, raffles, Midway Rides, Food & Fun! 330-866-3205 (5699)

July 9 -12 - Marion County Fair, Salem - (503)585-9998 (2961)

July 10 - 12 - Summit County Italian American Festival, Akron - Join us for great food and entertainment at The Council of Italian-American Societies' 62nd annual Italian-American Festival. (3945)

July 17 - 20 - Linn County Fair, Albany - (541)926-4314 (2959)

July 18 - 19 - Dayton Air Show, Vandalia - Featuring the U.S. Air force Thunderbirds (937) 898-5901 (5503)

July 23 - August 1 - The Lancaster Festival, Lancaster - The Lancaster Festival is an annual July celebration of music and art with events held in all corners of Lancaster, Ohio. 740-653-8700 Wagner Theatre at Ohio University-Lancaster (4015)

July 29 - August 2 - Malheur County Fair, Ontario - (541)889-3431 (2960)

July 29 - August 1 - The Union County Fair, La Grande - (541)534-2683 (2967)

July 30 - August 2 - The Washington County Fair, Hillsboro - 503-648-1416 (2970)

July 31 - August 2 - Dublin Irish Festival, Dublin - 614-410-4545 Coffman Park (4014)

July 31 - August 3 - The Yamhill County Fair, McMinnville - (503)434-7524 (2972)

August 1 - 8 - The Wallowa County Fair, Enterprise - (541)426-4097 (2968)

August 3 - 9 - The Wheeler County Fair, Fossil - (541)763-4560 (2971)

August 4 - 8 - The Umatilla County Fair, Hermiston - (541)567-6121 (2966)

August 5 - 8 - Tillamook County Fair, Tillamook - Join us at the fair! (503)842-2272 (2965)

August 6 - 9 - Polk County Fair, Rickreall - (503)623-3048 (2964)

August 12 - 16 - Morrow County Fair, Heppner - (541)676-9474 (2962)

August 13-16 - The Wasco County Fair, Tygh Valley - (541)296-4818 (2969)

August 16 - 22 - Muskingum County Fair, ZANESVILLE - (740) 453-3068 (3181)

August 21 - 29 - Great Darke County Fair, Greenville - Welcome to the Fair! (800) 736-3671 (3128)

August 21 - 29 - Allen County Fair, Lima - Join us for the 2009 Fair (419) 228-7141 (3134)

August 21 - September 1 - Oregon State Fair, Salem - Join us for another great state fair! (503)947-3247 (2963)

August 22 - 29 - Defiance County Fair, Hicksville - (419) 542 - 7575 (3164)

September 11 - 13 - Clinton County Corn Festival, Wilmington - Come to the 30th annual Clinton County Corn Festival. Help us celebrate our agricultural heritage as we honor one of the area's biggest industries with a three-day extravaganza. The festival features antique farm machinery, a parade (Saturday, 10:00 a.m.), games, all types of food made from corn, a quilt show, musical entertainment, antiques and crafts, and the Corn Olympics! This is an event not to miss in Clinton County! 877-428-4748 Clinton County Fairgrounds (4016)

September 20 - 24 - 2009 Little Brown Jug Race, Delaware - The Little Brown Jug is the most prestigious 3-year-old pacing race in North America. Each year more people journey to Delaware, Ohio to witness the "Jug" than to see any other harness race. (800) 335-3247 (3308)

September 26- 27 - Geneva Area Grape Jamboree, Geneva - Grapes,fresh grape juice,wine & grape products. Entertainment,grape stomping,parades,Artshow, crafts. 440 466-5262 Downtown (4369)

October 24 - The Reverse Raffle and Chinese Auction, Bedford Heights - Charity Event tickets are $100.00 per person. For more information call 440-439-5300 ext 228 440-439-5300 (5836)