America 250 Freedom
The City of Mansfield invites residents and visitors to join in a community-wide celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary with a full day of Fourth of July events, honoring the nation’s history while celebrating Mansfield’s rich heritage. All events are FREE and open to the public. Rededication of the 1881 Vasbinder Fountain, Picnic in the park […]
Norwalk Strawberry Festival
The Norwalk Strawberry Festival is a beloved community tradition that brings thousands of visitors to Norwalk each year to celebrate summer, local heritage, and—of course—strawberries. Hosted by the Norwalk Jaycees, the festival features a vibrant mix of activities, including live entertainment, a queens contest, artisan and food vendors, family-friendly attractions, and a wide variety of […]
Ohio Historical Marker Dedication: 1876 Woman Suffrage Centennial Oak
Please join us for the unveiling of Geauga’s newest Ohio Historical Marker, dedicated to the Centennial Oak, planted by the Newbury Woman Suffrage Political Club (NWSPC) on July 4, 1876. The NWSPC and other women’s social reform associations were headquartered at the South Newbury Union Chapel, which was the site of some of the first […]
Village of Dennison Celebrates America’s 250th with the AkronSymphonic Winds
Enjoy music by Bernstein, Copland, Ellington, and more at the Akron Symphonic Winds Concert at Heritage Park on July 11 at 7:30 PM. Sit back, relax, and enjoy great music by Northeast Ohio’s professional wind ensemble dedicated to bringing communities together through music. The event is free to the public.
Freedom Celebration
The Firecracker 5K Run Walk (pre-register required $35/$15) begins at 9 am; Food Vendors/trucks and organizations onsite front 2-11; Ignite the Night live outdoor concerts start at 2:30 (first band Arctic Clam plays until 5:30; last band Not Fast Enuff plays 7:30- fireworks end); HEROhustle (celebrities in inflated dino suits from 6-7); fireworks at dusk […]
RAISE THE LODGE FESTIVAL
We are honoring our Veterans by having a field of flags. A decorated “250” spot for pictures. This event is benefiting building a lodge for disabled Veterans getting back into the outdoors in Licking County. Lots to do and more being added. Please visit WWW.AMERICASFREEDOMLODGE.ORG for all the info and pre-sale tickets. The event is […]
Thrill Seeker’s Cinema
Learn some brief history about amusement parks of Ohio and Pennsylvania, including Idora Park, as well as the evolution of roller coasters past and present. Get ready for summer vacation by interacting with other coaster enthusiasts and virtually riding your favorites on the big screen. The event is free to the public.
Beats of Independence
For America-Ohio 250, celebrate our country’s Independence with patriotic music provided by our own Snarin’ Aaron. Get ready for an epic 4th of July with these favorite American classics! The event is free to the public.
1776 – America’s Prize Winning Musical
As part of the America-250 Celebration, the City of Dublin’s Abbey Theater of Dublin presents the story of our nation’s founding through music and theater. The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… […]
Ohio’s Homecoming & Picnic – Signature Picnic: Cincinnati, Ohio
Commemorate America’s 250th birthday at The Great Picnic, a family-friendly community picnic and festival located at the beautiful Cincinnati-area Miami Whitewater Forest Harbor. Grab your favorite picnic basket and lay your blanket at the lake’s banks and enjoy live music, local food and beverages, boating, fishing, lawn games, and crafts. Additional highlights include historical reenactments, […]