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, […]
Warren Civic Music Association, Ohio Arts Extravaganza
On May 7, 2026, Warren Civic Music Association presents the Ohio Artist Extravaganza at the historic W.D. Packard Music Hall in Warren, Ohio — a celebration of Ohio-born musical talent featuring Maestro Mariano Longo and the 30-piece SoundScape Symphony. Guests can expect an electrifying evening of beloved classics from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s performed […]
Chardon’s America 250 Celebration!
Wednesday, July 1: Ohio Goes to the Movies: The Goonies Thursday, July 2: Ohio/Geauga/Chardon History lecture from Dr. Bari Oyler Stith at the Geauga Theater. Followed by a children’s play, ‘Tom Sawyer’ Friday, July 3: Chardon Polka Band followed by Fireworks Saturday, July 4: Old Glory Day – 4th of July parade, new county courthouse […]
Red, White & Blue Block Party
The City of Xenia is excited to host the Red, White & Blue Block Party once again in our historic downtown. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as we help kick off America 250, honoring 250 years of our nation’s history. The event will take place on Friday, July 3, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. […]
Veterans’ Art Show
This is a multi-day event. This exhibition is an open call exhibition for Veteran Artists.
America 250 Concert @ The Strawberry Festival
As Troy celebrates both the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 50th anniversary of the Troy Strawberry Festival, two quintessentially American bands are set to take the stage at a free concert at Troy Memorial Stadium on June 6. The concert starts at 7:30 PM with gates opening at 6:00 PM. Admission will […]
America 250 Ice Cream Social
Ice cream social featuring a historical musical program focusing on Newcomerstown with free giveaways and a raffle.
Alliance City Band Concert
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with an authentic “living history” concert recreating the Alliance City Band presented by the Alliance Historical Society, Alliance Parks and Recreation Department, and American Musical Productions. The Alliance City Band provided music for the community from 1859 until 1992. American Musical Productions will transport audiences back a century, recreating a program […]
Canton Concert Band Performance
Stark Parks welcomes the Canton Concert Band to perform a variety of instrumental patriotic pieces in celebration of Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday. The concert is free. Bring a blanket or chair. Held outside of the Tam O’Shanter Park Clubhouse. Alcohol and snacks are available for purchase. In the event of inclement weather, the […]
Alpine Variety
The Toledo Swiss Singers will present a festive afternoon of music, entertainment and authentic cuisine at their upcoming ‘Alpine Variety’ show and dinner on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The show will celebrate both Swiss heritage and American spirit, tying into the national America 250 commemoration marking 250 years since the founding of the United States. […]