Events Calendar
Get Some Fresh Air
Outdoor enthusiasts love Athens County and it shows. In the summer months there are plenty of outdoor events to choose from. Take a guided hiking tour or a moonlit canoe ride. On Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy a leisurely train ride on the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway.
Upcoming Outdoor Events in Athens County
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Nelsonville Music Festival Kickoff Party
Start your 2012 Nelsonville Music Festival with a special FREE Kickoff Party on Thursday, May 17! Live music on the Porch Stage from 7pm - Midnight, Camping opens Thursday, beer garden, food, and more.
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8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival
Stuart's Opera House presents the 8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival! Three days of live music, camping, kids activities, art vendors, beer garden, and more!
Shade Winery
Athens County's micro-winery is situated in Southeast Ohio's Appalachian foothills. Shade Winery is actively reviving old traditions and striving to create new ones. Established in 2004, Shade Winery is dedicated to emphasizing local or organically grown ingredients whenever possible.
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8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival
Stuart's Opera House presents the 8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival! Three days of live music, camping, kids activities, art vendors, beer garden, and more!
Athens Farmers Market
Easy to find and called one of the nation's best markets by Audubon Magazine, the Athens Farmers Market is a must-see for any lover of food and culture. Find fresh vegetables, mouth-watering fruits, meats, poultry, eggs, cheeses, herbs, baked goods, fresh flowers, teas, and more!
Cruise-In at the Convo with Ohio Baseball
On Saturday, May 19, Ohio Athletics and the Ohio Alumni Varsity Band will be hosting the first "Cruise-In at the Convo" Ohio Baseball vs. Miami game promotion.
Shade Winery
Athens County's micro-winery is situated in Southeast Ohio's Appalachian foothills. Shade Winery is actively reviving old traditions and striving to create new ones. Established in 2004, Shade Winery is dedicated to emphasizing local or organically grown ingredients whenever possible.
Art Market
Association members will offer local art and crafts for sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month through September at the Market on State, in conjunction with the Athens Farmers Market. Vendors will feature glasswork, jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, fiber arts, crafts and children’s clothing.
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8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival
Stuart's Opera House presents the 8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival! Three days of live music, camping, kids activities, art vendors, beer garden, and more!
Featured
Athens Farmers Market
Easy to find and called one of the nation's best markets by Audubon Magazine, the Athens Farmers Market is a must-see for any lover of food and culture. Find fresh vegetables, mouth-watering fruits, meats, poultry, eggs, cheeses, herbs, baked goods, fresh flowers, teas, and more!
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Chesterhill Produce Auction
Seasonal produce, as well as flowers and garden plants are available at the Chesterhill Produce Auction.
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Final Fridays on the Square
Come on down to Nelsonville’s Historic Public Square and check out some great art and more! Final Fridays features new exhibits from Nelsonville’s Historic Arts District galleries, art, vendors, and music!
Shade Winery
Athens County's micro-winery is situated in Southeast Ohio's Appalachian foothills. Shade Winery is actively reviving old traditions and striving to create new ones. Established in 2004, Shade Winery is dedicated to emphasizing local or organically grown ingredients whenever possible.
Featured
Athens Farmers Market
Easy to find and called one of the nation's best markets by Audubon Magazine, the Athens Farmers Market is a must-see for any lover of food and culture. Find fresh vegetables, mouth-watering fruits, meats, poultry, eggs, cheeses, herbs, baked goods, fresh flowers, teas, and more!
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
Take a leisurely trip on a passenger train dating back to the 1920s. Hear about Hocking Valley history as you pass the remains of industries, canal locks and other historic landmarks. This train stops for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village before returning to the depot.
Shade Winery
Athens County's micro-winery is situated in Southeast Ohio's Appalachian foothills. Shade Winery is actively reviving old traditions and striving to create new ones. Established in 2004, Shade Winery is dedicated to emphasizing local or organically grown ingredients whenever possible.
Featured
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
Take a leisurely trip on a passenger train dating back to the 1920s. Hear about Hocking Valley history as you pass the remains of industries, canal locks and other historic landmarks. This train stops for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village before returning to the depot.
