Piatt Castle’s Historical Independence Day Celebration
Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by attending a 19th-century-style Independence Day celebration outside at Piatt Castle Mac-A-Cheek. Bring a picnic lunch, learn to play period games such as cricket and roll hoops, enjoy poems and storytelling about July 4th customs, and listen as the Declaration of Independence is read aloud. At […]
Shelby County Community Picnic
Celebrate community, creativity, and America’s 250th birthday at the FREE America 250 Community Picnic in Sidney Court Square! Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic baskets for a relaxed evening of family fun with a patriotic twist. Enjoy a live, family-friendly performance by the Sidney Civic Band featuring playful favorites for all ages. Kids can create […]
250: America’s Legacy Celebrate US!
We’re bringing together live music, a variety of food, local vendors, and exciting carnival rides for a memorable two-day event to celebrate America! With games for the kids and plenty of picnic-style seating, it’s the perfect patriotic festival for the entire family. The event will occur at Partners Park Pavilion.
Grave markings
Two separate graves of soldiers of the Revolutionary War will be marked with a plaque, including a ceremony at separate locations: Cumberland Cemetery, Cumberland, Ohio, and Crooked Creek Cemetery, New Concord, Ohio. Included in the event will be a light breakfast, processional, invocation, unveiling of plaque, laying of wreath, music, speakers, honor guard, gun salute, […]
America 250–Ohio Homecoming Picnic at Wyandotte Winery
Join us at Wyandotte Winery for an America 250–Ohio Homecoming Picnic as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in true Ohio style. Throughout July 2026, communities across Ohio are gathering for food, fun, and friendship to honor our nation’s history and reflect on Ohioans’ contributions over the past 250 years. Our picnic […]
Kemba All American Bash
The Kemba All-American Bash returns July 3 and 4 in honor of America250, sponsored by Kemba Credit Union. This Independence Day event will feature fireworks on the Fourth of July, as well as a full schedule of music, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. This year, West Chester will partner with MetroParks of Butler County, the VOA […]
1976 Time Capsule Unveiling
On July 4, 1976, Sylvania came together in a big way to celebrate the American Bicentennial. The capstone of that celebration was a remarkable community effort: residents and students contributed personal items, which were carefully placed into a vault and buried in Burnham Park. The burial site was marked with a monument, instructing future generations […]
Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Celebrate this 4th of July with Heritage Sylvania’s annual reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Gazebo in Burnham Park! Hear the words that started it all read aloud by members of our community. *Please bring either a blanket or a lawn chair to enjoy this brief presentation*
Time Travelers Passport NWOhio
Northwest Ohio’s historic sites are joining forces to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a brand-new event inviting residents and visitors to step back in time. Time Travelers Passport will take place July 1-15, 2026, offering a rare opportunity to explore the region’s most treasured museums, landmarks, and heritage sites. Time Travelers Passport brings together 12 […]
Bay Days
Join us for the 2026 Annual Bay Days in Bay Village, Ohio! During the four-day carnival, catch up with family and friends, enjoy thrilling rides, fuel up with delicious food, listen to local music, and celebrate America’s 250th birthday on the 4th of July with stunning fireworks. Plan to participate in our Bike, Trike & […]