Rock the Hill of West Milton

Join us for a free evening of live music, delicious food trucks, and fun for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and kick back for an enjoyable night with family, friends, and neighbors. Kids will love the activities in our chaperoned kids’ zone. There’s something for everyone!

America 250 Cornhole Contest

The cornhole tournament has two divisions, Recreational and Competitive. Register before July 20 and get $10 off. Winning Competitive team receives 50% of proceeds. Winning Recreational team receives 20% of proceeds. Under 18 division is single format 3-Point Contest for $10 per person and winner will receive choice of cash prize or special America 250 […]

Run the Ridge

Race Day Registration & Packet pick up is 7:30 AM. Kids Fun Run is 8:50 AM and cost is $10. 5K Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. What you get: Commemorative America 250 Finisher Medal, Custom race shirt – guaranteed to all registered by August 1, Hermes live 5K chip timed results, Post-race refreshments, Awards to […]

Garden Jubilee

Celebrate the beauty of nature! Explore vibrant blooms, shop local vendors, enjoy local food trucks, listen to local musicians, and experience the joy of community at this picturesque event. Children can enjoy historical games like hopscotch, jacks, and hula hoops. Don’t miss our America 250-inspired feature gardens! Tour the various themed gardens as the Master […]

Queen of the Lake III Boat Tour of Buckeye Lake

Cruise Ohio’s First State Park aboard the historic Queen of the Lake III. Enjoy scenic views, fascinating local history, and a relaxing experience that’s fun for all ages. The Queen of the Lake III offers narrated sightseeing cruises across beautiful Buckeye Lake. Owned and operated by the Greater Buckeye Lake Historical Society, this historic sternwheeler […]

NEO Historical Day

Guests can talk to and take pictures with reenactors portraying George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, James and Lucretia Garfield and Commodore John Carter. Guests may also talk to representatives from the Lake County Historical Society, Fairport Harbor Marine and Lighthouse Museum, The Indian Museum of Lake County and the Madison Historical Society and the James A. […]

Ohio Village Muffins vs. the Harvey School Cornhuskers

Ohio’s celebration theme for September is “Ohio Plays–Sports & Wellness.” Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a spirited game of 1900s vintage baseball! Watch the Ohio Village Muffins take on the Harvey School Cornhuskers in this exciting historic matchup. Peanuts, popcorn, and hot dogs will be available for a donation. America 250-OH free […]

Summit County America 250-OH Homecoming Celebration

The Summit County Historical Society, in partnership with Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro, will host the America 250-OH Homecoming for Summit County on Sunday, August 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the historic Perkins Stone Mansion and John Brown House located at 550 Copley Road, Akron. The free, family-friendly event is […]