Visit a local farm and pumpkin patch in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Southeastern Indiana, Dayton and Springfield, Ohio. It’s fall and time to make your way through a corn maze or enjoy a local fall festival.
Here’s our list of places to visit organized by region:
Cincinnati, Ohio
A & M Farms Usually Late September (weekends) 22141 SR 251, Midland, Ohio (north of Fayettesville) Pick your own apples and pumpkins.
Apple Butter Festival October 2–3, 2021 Hueston Woods State Park, Oxford, Ohio Experience 19th century farm life
Barn-n-Bunk Fall Festival Weekends September 18– October 31, 2021 (Saturdays and Sundays) 3677 Wayne-Madison Rd., Trenton, Ohio Food, pumpkin picking and activities
Bergefurds Farm Market and Greenhouses Labor Day through November, 2021 Fall Festival: October 8–9, 2021 234 West ST 350, Wilmington, Ohio Corn maze, pumpkin patch, hay rides and more
Blooms and Berries Farm Market September 18 – October 31, 2021 9669 South SR 48, Loveland, Ohio Fall on the Farm Fall Festival: Hayrides, corn maze, farm animal and more. Online reservations required.
Brown’s Family Farm Market September 18 – October 30, 2021 (Weekends) 11620 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton, Ohio Hayrides to the pumpkin patch, pick a pre-picked pumpkin, corn maze, farm animals Facebook
Burger Farm Fall Festival September 25 – October 30, 2021 (weekends) Burger Farm and Garden Center at 7849 Main Street, Newtown, Ohio Animated pumpkin land, puppet show, farm animals, pony rides, carnival rides and more
Burwinkel Farms Fall Extravaganza September 25 – October 31, 2021 4410 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton, Ohio 45013 Weekend hayrides. Enjoy the pumpkin patch, corn mazes, straw tunnel and more! Facebook
Clinton County Corn Festival September 10–12, 2021 Clinton County Fair Grounds at 958 West Main Street in Wilmington, Ohio Corn and fun! Parade, games, antique farm machinery and more!
Country Applefest September 25–26, 2021 Warren County Fairgrounds at 665 N Broadway Street in Lebanon, Ohio Apples, fun and more! Facebook
Country Pumpkins Fall Festival September 11 – October 31, 2021 1835 Sherman Mt. Zion Rd., Dry Ridge, Kentucky Activities, pumpkins, petting zoo, hayrides and more (rides on Friday evenings through Sundays)
Fall Festival October 2, 2021 Along Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, Ohio Crafts, food, art and more!
Fall Food Fest October 16–17, 2021 Findlay Market Between W. Elder Street, Elm Street and Essen Strasse in Over-the-Rhine Enjoy food, drink, music, a kid’s scavenger hunt and pumpkin painting
Forgotten Way Farm Weekends starting September 11, 2021 4675 Eckmansville Road, Winchester, Ohio (Adams County) Corn maze, hay rides, petting zoo, pumpkins
Garver Farm Saturdays/Sundays: mid September – October 31, 2021 6716 Hamilton Lebanon Road, Middletown, Ohio Pick your pumpkin; evening haunted hayrides Night walks with glow sticks in the evening Facebook
Gorman Heritage Farm Sunflower Festival October 2–3, 2021 Gorman Heritage Farm at 10052 Reading Rd., Evendale, Ohio Live music, hayrides, food trucks, sunflower maze and more
The Great Pumpkin Fest October 9, 2021 Keehner Park at 7211 Barret Road, West Chester, Ohio Puppet show, costume contest, not-so-scary haunted trail, wagon rides and more
Harvest Festival & Gathering October 16–17, 2021 Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village at 3999 Pioneer Village Rd., Waynesville, Ohio Learn about pioneers and how they prepared for winter
Harvest Home Festival September 9–12, 2021 3961 North Bend Rd., Cheviot, Ohio Parade, games, exhibitions (no rides this year)
Harvest Moon Festival October 9, 2021 Swaim Park at 7650 Cooper Road, Montgomery, Ohio Hayrides, pumpkins and more!
Hidden Valley Orchards Festivals September 9–13, 2021: All About Apples Weekend September 11 2021: Apple Dipping Day September 16–20 2021: Cider Donut Week October 8–11, 2021: Pumpkin Palooza Week October 14, 2021: Harvest Fete October 24–25, 2020: Jack O’Lantern Jamboree 5474 North State Route 48, Lebanon, Ohio
Iron’s Fruit Farm September 25–October 31, 2021 (weekends) 1640 Stubbs Mill Road in Lebanon, Ohio Enjoy a corn maze, pumpkin patch and more!
Jack O’Lantern Junction September 18 – October 31, 2021 (Closed on Wednesdays) EnterTRAINment Junction at 7379 Squire Court in West Chester Trick or treat maze, kid-friendly ghosts and indoor pumpkin patch
Jackson Family Farm – Fall on the Farm Festival September 25 – October 24, 2021 (weekends) 6760 West Alexandria Road, Middletown, Ohio Fall on the Farm: farm animals, corn barn, hay tower, hayride, pumpkin launcher and more
McMonigle Farms Pumpkin Fest September 25 – end of October 2021 (Saturdays and Sundays) 5490 S. Dixie Highway, Franklin, Ohio Pumpkins, hayrides, maze and more
Neltner’s Farm September 25–October 31, 2021 (daily – weekends with more events) 6922 Four Mile Road, Melbourne, Kentucky Fall Fest: Corn maze, pick your pumpkin, wagon rides, petting zoo and more
Niederman Family Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch September 24 – October 31, 2021 (Thursday – Sunday) 4972 Lesourdsville West Chester Road, Hamilton, Ohio 45011 Corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayride, kids play area and more! Purchase tickets online – no walk ins. Facebook
Operation Pumpkin October 8–10, 2021 101 High St., #1, Hamilton, Ohio 45011 There will be a lot of food and drink booths for this event along with live music, activities and crafts and a pet parade
Pioneer Village Harvest Festival October 16–17, 2021 3999 Pioneer Village Road in Waynesville, Ohio Learn how the pioneers prepare for winter
Schappacher Farms October 2021 weekends 3068 W SR 73, Wilmington, Ohio Pumpkin patch, corn maze, train rides, hay rides, petting zoo, face painting Facebook
Shaw’s Pumpkin Times Starting September 18 – October, 2021 (weekends) Shaw Farms at 1737 Ohio 131, Milford, Ohio Live music, hayrides and more! Find your perfect pumpkin. Corn maze! Facebook
Simmons Farms September 25 – October 31, 2021 (weekends) 3020 Schaller Road, Bethel, Ohio Pumpkins patch, pumpkins, hay and apples for sale Facebook
Waynesville Fall Fest September 18 – October 31, 2021 (weekends) 7392 E. State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio Ghost town village, walking trails, games, maze
Weber Family Pumpkin Festival October 16–17, 2021 6007 Kilby Road in Harrison, Ohio Enjoy pumpkins, crafts, games, food, music, pony rides and a petting zoo!
Dayton and Springfield, Ohio
Aullwood Fall Festival September 18–19, 2021 Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm at 9101 Frederick Pike, Dayton, Ohio Celebrate the harvest and apples! Apple…pie, cider, dumplings, butter, fries and more Facebook
Barn-n-Bunk Fall Festival Weekends September 18 – October 31, 2021 (Saturdays and Sundays) 3677 Wayne-Madison Rd., Trenton, Ohio Food, pumpkin picking and activities
Bradford Pumpkin Show October 12–16, 2021 Bradford, Ohio Decorating contest, parade, rides, crafts and more!
Fall Festival Weekends September 18 – October 31, 2021 (Saturdays and Sundays) Barn N Bunk at 3677 Wayne Madison Road in Trenton, Ohio 45067 Hayrides, corn maze, train ride, corn maze and more!
H Estate Farm – Mad Pumpkins September 22 – end of October, 2021 3183 Lower Valley Pike, Springfield, Ohio Crafts, pumpkins and more!
Heritage of Flight Festival and Parade October 2–3, 2021 Main Street in New Carlisle Enjoy the parade of planes, live entertainment, carnival rides and more!
Idle-Hour Ranch August – October 2021 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) 4845 W. Fenner Road in Troy, Ohio Enjoy a corn maze, hayrides, movies on the barn and flashlight nights!
Kate’s Pumpkin Barn 2128 New Germany Trebein Rd., Beavercreek, Ohio Pumpkins, petting zoo and farm animals
Kleather’s Pumpkin Patch in Springboro September – October 31, 2021 90 W. Central Avenue, Springboro, Ohio Pumpkins, gourds, apple cider and more!; see the pumpkin carriage
McMonigle Farms Pumpkin Fest: September 26 – October 31, 2021 (weekends) 7441 Franklin Madison Road, Franklin, Ohio Pumpkins, corn maze, hayrides, etc…
Oakwood Family Fall Festival TBD Shafor Park along Patterson Road in Oakwood, Ohio Games, food, hayrides, pumpkin painting and more! Kids encouraged to dress up in costumes.
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival October 9–10, 2021 Waynesville, Ohio Enjoy sauerkraut pizza, fudge, cookies, pies, donuts, egg rolls, and more! (Not into sauerkraut – do not worry, there will be many non-sour items to enjoy.)
Piefer Orchards Mid September 2021 (open daily) 4590 US 68, N Yellow Springs, Ohio Pumpkin patch
Schaefers Farm Market Mid to late September – late October 2021 5024 Jacksonburg Road, Trenton, Ohio Organic 15-acre pumpkin patch and more Facebook
Sizemore Farm Pumpkin Patch Mid September – end of October, 2021 7603 Upper Miamisburg Road in Miamisburg, Ohio Pick your own pumpkins at the pumpkin patch. Kids can enjoy the Dragon Wagon ride, a hay ride and sip some apple cider!
Toms Maze and Pumpkin Farm September 10 – October 30, 2021 4881 Germantown-Liberty Road, Germantown, OH 45327 8-acre maze to get lost in and enjoy the farm animal display. If you come in the evening, be sure to bring a flash light
Tuken’s Orchard and Farm Market TBD 15725 Eaton Pike, West Alexandria, Ohio Hayrides to the 15-acre pumpkin patch; petting zoo; lots of gourds and squash; apple picking, too, in September Facebook
Windmill Farm Market September 25 – October 31, 2021 (weekends) 1454 East State Route 73, Springboro, Ohio Hayrides to the pumpkin patch
Yellow Springs Street Fair October 9, 2021 Yellow Springs, Ohio Enjoy viewing over 200 art and craft booths along with some great food and entertainment in the artsy town!
Young’s Jersey Dairy – Pick Your Pumpkin September 18 – October 31, 2021 6880 Springfield-Xenia Road, Yellow Springs, Ohio Enjoy selecting your pumpkin from the field (or pick on from out store), wagon rides
Young’s 33rd Annual Fall Farm Pumpkin Festival October 2–3, 2021 Young’s Jersey Dairy 6880 Springfield-Xenia Road in Yellow Springs, Ohio Pumpkin donut hole making, pumpkin painting, watch cow milking and more!
Northern Kentucky
Country Pumpkins – Fall Festival September 11 – October 31, 2021 Alpine Hills Dairy Farm at 1835 Sherman Mt. Zion Road in Dry Ridge, Kentucky Pumpkins, gourds, corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides, music and more!
Festival of the Horse September 10–13, 2021 Georgetown, Kentucky Entertainment, carnival and more
Kinman Farm Fall Fest September 17 – October 31, 2021 (Fridays – Sundays) 4175 Burlington Pike, Burlington, Kentucky Corn maze, hayrides, pony rides, pumpkin patch, food, pumpkins and more! Facebook
Kentucky Wool Festival October 1–3, 2021 48 Concord Caddo Road in Falmouth, Kentucky 41040 There will be lots of music and dance entertainment from two stages along with many food and drink options. Enjoy seeing live sheep shearing, sheep herding along with lots crafts of look at and purchase
Kinman Fams September 17 – October 31, 2021 (Friday – Sunday) 4175 Burlington Pike, Burlington, Kentucky Hayrides, corn maze, live bans, pony rides and more
McGlasson Farms Mid September – November 2021) (open daily) 5832 River Road, (Route 8) Hebron, Kentucky Pick your own pumpkins Facebook
Neltner’s Farm Fall Festival September 25 – October 31, 2021 6922 Four Mile Road, Camp Springs, Kentucky 41059 Enjoy live music along with wagon rides, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, model train display and more! Weekends with more to do.
Turning of the Leaves October 9, 2021 Augusta, Kentucky Entertainment, vendors and a great way to welcome the fall season
Southeastern Indiana
Fall Old Court Days September 24–25, 2021 Jefferson County Courthouse at 300 East Main Street, Madison, IndianaCrafts, antiques and food! Facebook
Greystone Farm Pumpkin Patch Through October 31, 2021 15412 Wilson Creek Rd., Lawrenceburg, Indiana Wagon rides to the pumpkin patch
Lobenstein Farm Annual Pumpkin Festival October 2–17, 2021 (weekends) 29703 Post Road, St. Leon, Indiana 57032 Pick your own pumpkins, enjoy a hayride, craft booths and the petting zoo.
Navy Bean Festival October 8–9, 2021 Downtown Rising Sun, Indiana Navy bean soup, homemade cornbread and other great food, rides, games and more
Vogt Farm Mayhem in the Maze October 9–23, 2021 (Fridays and Saturdays) 12115 North State Road 129 in Batesville, Indiana Trolley rides to the pumpkin patch, pony rides, corn maze and more
Vogt Farm Pumpkin Festival September 25–26, 2021 (+Oct 2–3) 12115 North State Road 129 in Batesville, Indiana Trolley rides to the pumpkin patch, pony rides, corn maze and more
Wendel Farms Through October 31, 2021 (Tuesday – Sunday) 8134 N. State Line Road, Brookville, Indiana No corn maze/pumpkin patch. Pick up mums and fall decor.
Chalktoberfest October 9, 2021 Location TBD Ripley County presents a competitive chalk-drawing contest
Have we missed any local pumpkin patches? Let us know at sknabe@sibcycline.com
One of the best parts about living in our region is the robust and diverse arts scene. In addition to a healthy roster of music venues and art museums, it is full of both professional and community theater. Below is a sampling of what some of our community theaters are offering this season.
Community theaters are listed alphabetically for Cincinnati, Dayton and Springfield, Ohio; Northern Kentucky; and Southeastern Indiana:
Springboro Community Theatre Various venues: Springboro Performing Arts Center, 115 Wright Station Way, Springboro, Ohio; North Park Amphitheater, 195 Tamarack Trail, Springboro, Ohio
Puffs: Sept 10–19, 2021
The Wedding Singer: Nov 5–4, 2021
Miss Nelson Is Missing: Jan 7–16, 2022
The Mousetrap: Mar 4 –13, 2022
The Drowsy Chaperone: Apr 29 – May 8, 2022
Disney’s Descendents: June 17 – 26, 2022
Town Hall Theatre 8200 McEwen Road, Dayton (Washington Township), Ohio
Some theaters have not posted their new season yet, so keep an eye out for updates. Let us know if there’s a theatre or show that we missed. sknabe@sibcycline.com
Favorite local hang-outs: Madtree Taproom and Mt. Carmel Brewery
At the heart of real estate are the ideas of home, family, and community, so when Jason Kitzmller says “real estate runs in my blood,” it’s no surprise that people are the motivating force behind everything he does. As a relocation coordinator, Jason assists clients with “one of the most important moves of their lives,” and he’s serious about making it the best possible experience for them. His goal is to “set the bar high and exceed expectations.”
Holding to a standard and taking pride in his work is something that Jason learned from his father and grandfather, who both worked in real estate development. “My dad used to say ‘approach your work with an ownership mentality,’” he says. Having worked closely with his father for several years, Jason made the transition to the residential side of real estate after his dad scaled back his business a few years ago. “I admired watching my dad’s projects come to life, knowing he was part of improving the community, especially our hometown of Anderson.”
When it came time for his dad to step back from his business and for Jason to move on to something else, it was the Sibcy Cline brand that initially interested him in the job listing for a relocation coordinator. “I had absolutely no idea what a relocation coordinator was, or much at all about the relocation business, but I was familiar with the brand. Sibcy Cline has a large presence in Anderson, so I decided to take a chance and apply for the job.”
It wasn’t just the prominence of the brand that attracted Jason, but the fact that it was family-owned. Because he worked for his dad’s business for many years, it was “something I held near and dear to my heart,” he says. “Seeing Rob Sibcy in the office every day, and his wife Pam very involved, and watching him pass the torch to Robin [Sheakley]….that meant a lot to me because a family business was what I knew and loved.”
Valuing family is something that Jason continues to bring to his work every day. He works with clients who are moving out of the area because of a job transfer, so that transition period often involves the client’s family, who is also affected by the move. He appreciates the opportunity to learn about each client and their family throughout the process of relocation. “I try to connect with each customer to understand their own set of circumstances. It’s interesting to hear each customer’s story and background. I learn something new with each transaction.”
As a people-person, one of the things Jason finds most rewarding is “realizing their excitement when they close on their home and begin a new chapter in their career.” Along the way, Jason feels that a lot of trust is placed in both him and the agent to get things done and make that transition happen for their client and their family. Providing the best possible experience and outcome is what motivates him daily.
In addition to his work, Jason has a new daily motivator in his life—his newborn son, Jett. Jason and his wife Lydia welcomed Jett to the world on August 11, 2021. Jason is already planning to share the things he enjoys with his son—hiking, camping, playing basketball, and golf. But he’s most excited to share his favorite hobby: spending time boating at his family home on Lake Lorelei. “I’m a third-generation captain in our family and I’m looking forward to teaching my son how to captain the boat and continue the Kitzmiller tradition!”
Throughout July, home sales decreased in all local regions. But, year to date, homes sales have exceeded last year’s figures. Mortgage rates remain low. Home values are still high. It’s a great time to list your home for sale and for buyers to find their dream home.
Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout July 2021:
CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA
June 2021 vs July 2020
-26.2% Decrease in homes sold (2,101 homes)
12.5% Increase in median sale price ($247,000)
-16.4% Decrease in sales volume ($630,294,910)
-13.5% Decrease in active homes for sale (2,236 units)
-4% Increase in new listings (3,062 units)
January–July 2021 vs January–July 2020
1.7% Increase in homes sold (14,496 homes )
15.9% Increase in median sale price ($230,000 vs $198,505)
18.1% Increase in sales volume ($4,052,216,284 vs $3,431,394,871)
September is the perfect month for festivals and other outdoor events. It’s still warm out to enjoy outdoor venues. The month begins with Labor Day festivities and continues on with concerts, festivals and other fun things to do. Our list is in order by region and date.
Did we miss your event? Let us know at sknabe@sibcycline.com
CINCINNATI AND NORTHERN KENTUCKY
Summer Music on the Levee Through September 2, 2021 (Thursday evenings from 7–10pm) Central Plaza at Newport on the Levee, Newport, Kentucky
Krohn Conservatory Butterflies of Bali Through September 6, 2021 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy seeing 1000s of butterflies! Purchase tickets ahead of your visit
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Blue Ash Police Bike Rodeo September 1, 2021 Summit Park at 4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio Enjoy bike obstacles, helmet giveaway and learn safety skills
Blippi The Musical September 2, 2021 BB&T Arena at 500 Nunn Dr., N Ky University, Highland Heights, Kentucky Kids will love seeing Blippi come to the stage
Jefferson Starship Concert September 2, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the concert
Lady A Concert September 2, 2021 PromoWest Pavillon at OVATION at 101 W. 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky Enjoy this outside concert
Lunken Airport Days September 2–6, 2021 Lunken Airport at 262 Wilmer Ave., (East End) Cincinnati, Ohio Planes!
Rockin’ the Roebling September 2, 2021 Smale Riverfront Park at the Schmidlapp Event Lawn; Mehring Way and Main St., Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the music
Salsa on the Square September 2, 9,16, 23, 30, 2021 Fountain Square, downtown Cincinnati, Ohio Regional Latin bands will be playing; Latin food!
Summer Music on the Levee September 2, 2021 (7–10pm) Central Plaza at Newport on the Levee, Newport, Kentucky Free concert
All Hallows’ Eve – Terror Town September 3 – November 6, 2021 1449 Greenbush Cobb Rd., Williamsburg, Ohio 19th century town and haunted trail
Mt. Healthy Summer Concerts September 3, 2021 Mt. Healthy City Park at 1541 Hill Ave., Mt. Healthy, Ohio Free concert
Nativity of our Lord Festival September 3–4, 2021 Pleasant Ridge, Cincinnati, Ohio Music, food trucks, beer garden and more
RiversEDGE 2021 Concerts September 3, 11 and 18, 2021 116 Dayton Street, Hamilton, Ohio Live music along the river
Shout! The Mod Musical September 3–11, 2021 Aronoff Center for the Arts at 650 Walnut, Cincinnati, Ohio Outrageous dance moves and great fashion!
Smoke on the River BBQFest September 3–5, 2021 Festival Park at 1 Levee Way, Newport, Kentucky Food and music
Terror Town September 3 – November, 2021 (Fridays and Saturdays) 1449 Greenbrush Cobb Rd., Williamsburg, Ohio
Theory of a Deadman September 3, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th St., Newport, Kentucky Concert!
Atreyu September 4, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky Concert!
Brooks & Dunn September 4, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the music!
Lunken Airport Days September 4–5, 2021 Lunken Airport at 262 Wilmer Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio See airplanes, classic cars, food and more
Ohio Renaissance Festival September 4 – October 31, 2021 (Weekends) 10542 E. State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio Eat, drink, enjoy everything renaissance
Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Summer Series September 4, 2021 Devou Park at 1201 Park Drive, Covington, Kentucky Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Food trucks will be on site.
Monster Jam September 4–5, 2021 Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio Big trucks!
WestSide Market September 4, 2021 (+Nov 27) 3719 Harrison Ave., downtown Cheviot, Ohio Market pop-up with homemade items, baked goods, vintage finds and local brews
Art on Vine September 5, 2021 Fountain Square at Fifth and Vine, downtown Cincinnati, Ohio Artisan vendors
Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Concert September 5, 2021 Blue Ash Towne Square at corner of Hunt and Cooper Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music
Historic Harrison Market September 5, 2021 200 Harrison Ave., Harrison, Ohio Produce, crafters, fresh baked goods 9am–2pm
Paws in the Park September 5, 2021 Miami Whitewater Forest at 9001 Mt. Hope Rd., Crosby Township, Ohio Simmonds Family Dog Park will have all kinds of activities for your pooch
Riverfest September 5, 2021 Newport and Cincinnati river fronts Entertainment from 12pm–9pm, food and beverages Fireworks at dusk
Weekend Walkabout September 5, 2021 Spring Grove Cemetery at 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio View 13 kinds of sarcophagi
Dogfest and K9 Kerplunk September 6, 2021 Montgomery Community Pool at 8075 Hopewell Rd., Montgomery, Ohio Contests, prizes and booths. People-friendly pooches can swim!
Koehner Park Concert Series September 6. 2021 Keehner Park at 7211 Barret Road, West Chester, Ohio Free concerts at the amphitheater stage; bring food and non-alcoholic beverages
St. Vincent Concert September 6, 2021 Andrew J. Brady Music Center at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio
Summer Cinema September 8, 15 and 29, 2021 Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio Bring a lawn chair or blanket; Food trucks on site
Beers and Gears September 9, 2021 Springfield Township Arts & Enrichment Council at 9158 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio Live music, brews and cars
Brothers Osborne Concert September 9, 2021 Andrew J. Brady Music Center at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio Cincinnati International Wine Festival – Dinners Version September 9, 2021 Various Cincinnati area restaurants to enjoy in person or virtually at home
Edible Plants Walking Tour September 9, 2021 Spring Grove Cemetery at 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Sample plants with edible fruit
Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons September 9, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellog Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy a pre-show wine tasting
Harvest Home Festival September 9–12, 2021 3961 North Bend Rd., Cheviot, Ohio Parade, games, exhibitions (no rides this year)
The Hit Men September 9, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the music as your head down memory lane with hits
A Day To Remember September 10, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky Concert
Annual Festival of the Horse September 10–12, 2021 Downtown Georgetown, Kentucky Enjoy exhibits, foods, arts, carnival, parade and horse show
Asleep at the Wheel September 10, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Concert
Bands & BBQ at the Point September 10–11, 2021 Carrollton’s Point Park in Carrollton, Kentucky Bring your lawn chair! Fireworks and BBQ contest.
Midwest Ceramics Show September 10–11, 2021 Butler County Fairgrounds at 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, Ohio Everything you need to know about ceramics
Billy Joel September 10, 2021 Great American Ballpark at 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Ohio Singing his hits!
Clinton County Corn Festival September 10–12, 2021 Clinton County Fair Grounds at 958 West Main Street in Wilmington, Ohio Corn and fun! Parade, games, antique farm machinery and more!
End of the Rainbow September 10–19, 2021 (various dates) The Carnegie at 144 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky Bio and hits of Judy Garland
Friday Night Flick September 10, 2021 500 Freedom Park Dr., Crestview Hills, Kentucky Movie begins at dusk
HorrorHound Weekend September 10–12, 2021 Sharonvillle Convention Center at 11355 Chester Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio Horror movie, TV and pop culture convention
Loveland Frogman Race September 10–11, 2021 Loveland Canoe & Kayak at 174 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, Ohio Canoe/kayak, bike and run!
St. Susanna Family Festival September 10–12, 2021 500 Reading Road in Mason, Ohio Games, rides, cake booth, blackjack and more!
Vinoklet Art and Wine Festival September 10–12, 2021 Vinoklet Winery at 11069 Colerain Ave., Colerain Twp., Cincinnati, Ohio
Walk on Wilburn September 10, 2021 (+Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 10, Jan 14) East Walnut Hills business district along Woodburn Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Shop, eat and enjoy
9-11 Memorial Dedication September 11, 2021 Deer Park Municipal Building at 7777 Blue Ash Rd., Deer Park, (Cincinnati) Ohio Honor Guard, Air Force military fly over and reception
9/11 Memorial 5k September 11, 2021 Voice of America Learning Center at 7847 VOA Park Dr., West Chester, Ohio Run or walk for the 20th anniversary
Art in the Park September 11, 2021 Thomas J. Wiethorn Park at 100 Ward Ave., Bellevue, Kentucky
Bloom Gala September 11, 2021 Green Acres Art Center at 8400 Blome Road, Indian Hill (Cincinnati), Ohio Gala to support the Stepping Stones’ programs
The City Flea September 11, 2021 (+October 9 and December 11) Washington Park in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio See what treasures you can find from 100+ vendors! Food trucks, too
Concert in the Park September 11, 2021 Bicentennial Park at the amphitheater, Dayton Road and Old Rt 73, Waynesville, Ohio Free concert
Country Pumpkins Fall Festival September 11 – October 31, 2021 1835 Sherman Mt. Zion Rd., Dry Ridge, Kentucky Activities, pumpkins, petting zoo, hayrides and more (rides on Friday evenings through Sundays)
Crazy Cardboard Boat Regatta September 11, 2021 Voice of America Metropark at 7850 VOA Park Dr., West Chester, Ohio Teams build their boats and race! Vendors, entertainment, activities
Dead and Co. Concert September 11, 2021 Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Live concert!
Finds on the Farm – Fall Craft Show September 11, 2021 Niederman Family Farm at 5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Road, Liberty Township Enjoy shopping on the farm!
Hamilton Flea September 11, 2021 Marcum Park in downtown Hamilton, Ohio Urban artisan market!
Lantern Light Ceremony at Spring Grove Cemetery September 11, 2021 Spring Grove Cemetery at 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Bring a picnic, blankets and lawn chairs. Music concert. Prepare your personalized lantern.
Lebanon Antiques Show September 11–12, 2021 Warren County Fairgrounds at 665 N. Broadway, Lebanon, Ohio Browse and buy!
NKY Music Festival September 11, 2021 Devou Park at 1201 Park Drive, Covington, Kentucky Enjoy the concert
O.F.F. Market September 11, 2021 Summit Park at 4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio Artisans, brewers, bakers, famers provide a unique shopping experience
Patriot Day September 11, 2021 Ft. Wright, Kentucky
Second Saturday Flea Market September 11, 2021 (+Oct 9, Nov 13 and Dec 11) Laurel Bend at 86 Oldham Drive, Falmouth, Kentucky Find a treasure
Taste of Harrison September 11, 2021 Downtown Harrison, Ohio Enjoy eating Harrison style!
Village Green Car Show September 11, 2021 Village Green Park at 301 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio Classic cars, food, entertainment and more
Village Oktoberfest September 11, 2021 Highgrain Brewing Co. at 6960 Plainfield Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio Celebrate Oktoberfest in Silverton: games, food, music and more
Waynesville Concert in the Park September 11, 2021 Bicentennial Park Amphitheater, Waynesville, Ohio Park is near Wayne Local Schools
Waynesville Street Faire September 11, 2021 Downtown Waynesville, Ohio Artisans and unique vendors
All Time Low September 12, 2021 The Andrew J Brady ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the music
British Car Day September 12, 2021 Harbin Park at 1300 Hunter Rd., Fairfield, Ohio 150+ cards to preview
Loveland Concerts in the Park September 12, 2021 Nisbet Park and Amphitheater at 126 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, Ohio Bring your chairs and blankets for this free concert.
Second Sunday on Main September 12, 2021 (+Oct 10 and Nov 14) Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 100+ vendors with a parade
ZZ Top Concert September 12, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Free pre-show cookout!
The Band’s Visit September 14–19, 2021 Aronoff Center for the Arts at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio Tony award-winning show
Coheed and Cambria & The Used September 14, 2021 The Andrew J Brady ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the concert
Unfinished Business September 14, 2021 Aronoff Center for the Arts at 650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, Ohio A play to enjoy
6th Annual Stein Hoisting Competition September 15, 2021 Taft’s Brewing Co. Brewpourium at 4831 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Enter this fun competition
Alanis Morissette Concert September 15, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Live concert!
Robert Earl Keen September 15, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the music!
The Summit Cinema September 15, 2021 Summit Park Watch a movie on a giant screen from the great lawn! Movies start at dusk
Cole Porter Reimagined September 16, 2021 Springfield Township Arts & Enrichment Council at 9158 Winton Road, Cincinnati, Ohio Dinner theater with songs from Cole Porter
Sips with Sculptures September 16–18, 2021 City wide, Hamilton, Ohio Pedal Pub rides, interactive entertainment. and more
Watkins Family Hour September 16, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio Bluegrass music concert
10,000 Maniacs Concert September17, 2021 Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Free concert!
Brett Eldredge September 17, 2021 Andrew J Brady ICON Music Center at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio Concert!
Cincinnati Comic Expo September 17–19, 2021 Duke Energy Convention Center at 525 Elm St. in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio Meet your comic idols!
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati September 17–19, 2021 Second and Third Streets between Walnut and Elm in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio The largest Oktoberfest in the USA. Enjoy German everything!
Ride Cincinnati 2021 September 17–18, 2021 Sawyer Pointe and Yeatman’s Cove at 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, Ohio Scenic bike tour with 15, 25, 50 and 100-mile routes
Sandylandacres Haunted Hayride September 17 – October 30, 2021 (Fridays and Saturdays) 4172 Belleview Road, Petersburg, Kentucky Date to ride!
A Fair of the Arts September 18, 2021 Beech Acres Park at 6910 Salem Rd., Anderson Twp. (Cincinnati), Ohio View original artwork (jewelry, paintings, pottery, etc); live music
Autumn Birding Hike September 18, 2021 Harbin Park at v1300 Hunter Rd., Fairfield, Ohio Must register for hike
Bleachers September 18, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th St., Newport, Kentucky Concert!
Covington Night Bazaar September 18, 2021 (+Oct 23) Roebling Point, Covington, Kentucky Various artisan vendors
Escape the Village September 18, 2021 Heritage Village Museum at 22450 Lebsnon Rd., Sharonville, Ohio Room-style challenges for 4-8 people
Fall on the Farm at Blooms & Berries Farm Market September 18 – October 31, 2021 669 South SR 48, Loveland, Ohio Fall on the Farm Fall Festival: Hayrides, corn maze, farm animals and more. Online reservations required.
Ride Cincinnati 2021 September 18, 2021 Sawyer Pointe and Yeatman’s Cove, Cincinnati, Ohio Scenic bike tour with 15/25/50 and 100-mile routes
Simon Kenton Festival September 18–19, 2021 Old Washington Historic District on Old Main St., Maysville, Kentucky Demonstrations, vendors, music and food
Ault in Bloom September 19, 2021 Ault Park at 3600 Observatory Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Rose exhibits, crafts, music, ice cream and more
Burlington Antique Show September 19, 2021 (+Oct 17) Boone County Fairgrounds at 5819 Idlewild, Burlington, Kentucky Over 200 dealers – find a treasure
Bust A Crust / Pie-K 5k Run Walk September 19, 2021 Spring Grove Cemetery at 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Benefits meals on wheels
Funfest Dance September 19, 2021 Lakeridge Hall at 7210 Pippin Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio Music, drinks and dancing!
Hispanic Heritage Festival September 19, 2021 Sharon Woods at 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, Ohio Dance, food, crafts and more
Not Your Average Paint and Sip Class September 19, 2021 Fountain Square at downtown Cincinnati, Ohio Follow along style; $25 voucher includes a 12×12 canvas, materials and drink voucher; Look for the Bob Ross wig!
Madcap Puppets; The Story Quest September 20, 2021 City Building at 2355 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell, Kentucky Enjoy the puppets!
Megadeath Concert September 20, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Live concert
Five for Fighting September 21, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio String quartet concert
Jonas Brothers Concert September 21, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Live concert!
Taking Back Sunday September 21, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION 101 W. 4th St., Newport, Kentucky Concert!
Al Di Meola September 22, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio Jazz guitar concert
Faith No More September 22, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th St., Newport, Kentucky Concert!
Machine Gun Kelly Concert September 22, 2021 Andrew J. Brady Music Center at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio
Pipeline September 22 – October 16, 2021 Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati: 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Parenthood, education and the experience of young black men
James McMurty September 23, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Concert!
Kaplan New Works in the Park Ballet September 23–26, 2021 Eden Park at Seasongood Pavilion at Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio Cincinnati Ballet performs!
Thomas Rhett Concert September 23, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio
Final Friday September 24, 2021 (+Oct 29, Nov 26 and Dec 17) Pendleton Art Center at 1310 Pendleton St., Cincinnati, Ohio Meet the artists and purchase artwork
Halloween Haunt September 24 – October 30, 2021 (Friday and Saturday nights) Kings Island at 6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason, Ohio Scare mazes and zones, live entertainment, night rides
Loveland Oktoberfest September 24–25, 2021 Downtown Loveland, Ohio Weiner dog races, food and fun!
Newport Oktoberfest September 24–26, 2021 Newport, Kentucky riverfront It’s a German tradition with food, drink and more!
Oktoberfest – The Dayton Art Institute September 24–26, 2021 Dayton Art Institute at 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, Ohio 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton, Ohio
Pig Out September 24–25, 2021 Corner of McDonal Parkway and Sutton St., Maysville, Kentucky Music, entertainment and food
St. Cecilia Oktoberfest Oakley September 24–25, 2021 3105 Madison Road, Oakley, Cincinnati, Ohio German music, food and dancing
Zoofari September 24, 2021 Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio Dinner-by-the-bite while viewing the animals
Art & Music Festival September 25–26, 2021 Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum at 1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton, Ohio 70+ artists showcase their skill and will be selling their creations, food trucks, activities
Burger Farm Fall Festival September 25 – October 30, 2021 (Weekends) Burger Farm and Garden Center at 7849 Main Street, Newtown, Ohio Animated pumpkin land, puppet show, farm animals, pony rides, carnival rides and more
Country Applefest September 25–26, 2021 Warren County Fairgrounds, at 665 N. Broadway, Lebanon, Ohio Apples, crafts, food and more
Great Outdoor Weekend September 25–26, 2021 Various locations throughout the region 100 free events to sample
HalloTween September 25 – October 30, 2021 Kings Island at 6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason, Ohio Spooky fun for younger ones. Family friendly without fear of running into a monster
Hyde Park Blast September 25, 2021 Hyde Park Square and Hyde Park, Cincinnati, Ohio Annual race
Ish Festival September 25–26, 2021 Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio Jewish and Israeli arts and culture
Jackson Family Farm – Fall on the Farm Festival September 25 – October 24, 2021 (weekends) 6760 West Alexandria Road, Middletown, Ohio Fall on the Farm: farm animals, corn barn, hay tower, hayride, pumpkin launcher and more
Jelly Roll September 25, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th St., Newport, Kentucky Concert!
Liberty Fall Festival September 25, 2021 Liberty Park at 6757 Yankee Rd., Liberty Township, Ohio Crafts, food and more!
Merchants and Music Festival September 25–26, 2021 Tower Park at 900 S. Ft. Thomas, Ft. Thomas, Kentucky 5pm–12am: enjoy the music
Rock the Hill September 25, 2021 St. Williams Church at 4208 8th St. W., Cincinnati, Ohio Music festival with food trucks. Need a ticket
Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest September 25, 2021 Sonder Brewing at 8584 Duke Blvd., Mason, Ohio German-style beers in the taproom and beer garden, music, food and games
Cincinnati Asian Arts Festival September 26, 2021 Cincinnati Art Museum at 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio Artwork, cultural booths. performances
MainStrasse Village Flea September 26, 2021 (+Oct 24) MainStrasse promenade between Philadelphia and Main Streets, Covington, Kentucky Find a treasure
Dave Matthews Band Concert September 28, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Live concert!
Monarch Festival September 28 – October 2, 2021 Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden at 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the butterflies
Need To Breathe Concert September 28, 2021 Andrew J. Brady Music Center at Smale Park, Cincinnati, Ohio
Wild Child September 28, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Concert! Parker Millsap September 29, 2021 Memorial Hall at 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio Concert!
Pimp My Howler September 29, 2021 Taft’s Brewing Co. Brewpourium at 4831 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Paint your howler
Florida Georgia Line September 30, 2021 Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio Concert!
Johnnyswim September 30, 2021 PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION at 101 W. 4th St., Newport, Kentucky Concert!
SummerFest September 1, 2021 Seger Park at 101-199 S. Perry Street, Vandalia, Ohio Live music from 5pm–9pm. Food trucks
The Taste Festival September 1, 2021 Fraze Pavilion at 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Dayton, Ohio Taste food from Kettering, Moraine and Oakwood restaurants.
Food Truck Thursday in Springboro September 2, 2021 S. Main Street, Downtown historic Springboro, Ohio Stores open late, too. Every first Thursday through Sept. 2021 starting at 4:30pm
Kiss Concert September 2, 2021 Wright State University Nutter Center at 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, Ohio Rock and roll!
Levitt Pavilion Summer Concerts September 2, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 19 and 26, 2021 134 S Main St., Dayton, Ohio Free concerts throughout the summer; music starts at 7pm
Alter Fest September 3–5, 2021 Alter High School at 940 E. David Rd., Kettering, Ohio Games, food, rides, music and fun!
Chocolate Walk September 3, 2021 Downtown Troy, Ohio Truffels, cakes, cocoa and more chocolate items
Kettering Block Party at The Fraze September 3, 2021 Fraze Pavilion at 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Dayton, Ohio Interactive displays, food and more
Pickin in the Park & Food Trucks September 3, 2021 Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio Bluegrass music and food tr ucks
U.S. Civil War Monument Dedication September 3, 2021 Ferncliff’s Cemetery’s Civil War Veteran’s Mound at 510 W. McCreght Ave., Springfield, Ohio Dedicating a monument for African American GIs who fought in the Civi War
Kettering Holiday@Home September 4–6, 2021 Fraze Pavilion at 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Dayton, Ohio Labor Day celebration with music, games, parade, arts/crafts exhibit, food trucks
The Fair at New Boston September 4–5, 2021 George Rogers Clark Park at 936 Tecumseh Rd., Springfield, Ohio Step back 200 years. Facebook
Furry Skurry 5K September 4, 2021 Eastwood MetroPark at 1401 Harshman Rd., Dayton, Ohio Runners, walkers and pets
A Hot Summer Night September 4, 2021 Main Street, Rising Sun, Indiana 7pm – bring lawn chairs and listen to the Belairs Show Band
John Legend September 4, 2021 The Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio Grammy-winning, multi-platinum artist
Tippapalooza September 4, 2021 Tip City Eagles Park at 3853 Hyattsville Road, Tipp City, Ohio Music festival!
Dayton Reggae Festival September 5, 2021 Levitt Pavilion at 134 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio Enjoy the concert; food and merchandise vendors
Deeds Carillon Concerts September 5 and 11, 2021 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio Listen to the 51 bells!
Fairborn Food Truck Rally September 8 and 22, 2021 (+Oct 13 and 27) 103 W. Main Street, Fairborn, Ohio Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday Facebook
Big Band Night September 9 and 30, 2021 Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio Big band music – concerts from 7:30pm–9:30pm; bring your lawn chair
Balloon Fest – A Hot Air Affair September 10–11, 2021 1631 N. Main St., Urbana, Ohio Bring your lawn chairs and view the light and color!
Champaign County Balloon Fest September 10–11, 2021 1631 N. Main Street at Grimes Field, Urbana, Ohio Music, food, balloon launch and glow
Dayton Greek Festival September 10–12, 2021 Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church at 500 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, Ohio Greek food available through the drive through only
Italian Fall Festa September 10–12, 2021 Bella Villa Hall at 2625 County Line Rd., Dayton, Ohio Authentic homemade Italian dishes and fun
Midwest Ceramics Show September 10-11, 2021 Butler Country Fairgrounds at 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, Ohio Enjoy the ceramics
Springboro Oktoberfest September 10–11, 2021 Springboro United Church of Christ, 5 West Mill Street, Springboro, Ohio Bratwurst to schnitzel! Live music, kids zone and more!
Beavercreek Popcorn Festival September 11–12, 2021 Dayton-Xenia Road in Beavercreek, Ohio There will be over 200 booths with food, treats and amazing popcorn specialties!
Deeds Carillon Concert September 11, 19 and 27, 2021 (+Oct 3, 10,17, 24, Nov 20, 23, Dec 7) Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio Listen to carillonneur Larry Weinstein
Greenville Feast & Fest September 11, 2021 Darke County Fairgrounds at 800 Sweitzer St., Greenville, Ohio Food trucks, music, crafts and food
Ohio Fish & Shrimp Festival September 11, 18 and 25, 2021 Freshwater Farms of Ohio at2624 US 68 in Urbana, Ohio Enjoy seafood while listening to live music and enjoying games and other activities.
Open Aircraft Days at the Air Force Museum September 11, 2021 (+ Oct 16, Nov 13 and Dec 18) National Museum of the US Air Force at 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio Up-close look at different aircraft
Troy, Ohio PorchFest September 11, 2021 Troy, Ohio 40+ bands playing through the city’s historic district; food truck and artisan tents Facebook
Art on the Commons September 12 – November 20, 2021 Rosewood Arts Centre at 2655 Olson Dr., Kettering, Ohio Rotating exhibitions and virtual experiences
Patterson Homestead Afternoon Tea September 12, 2021 (+Dec 4–5 ) 1815 Brown Street, Dayton, Ohio Three-course tea service by costumed interpreters
Air Force Marathon September 16–18, 2021 National Museum of the U.S. Air Force at 1100 Spaatz Street, Dayton, Oiho Run, run, run!
Taste of Northmont September 16, 2021 Meadows at Clayton at 6001 Salem Ave., Clayton, Ohio Enjoy tastes from local restaurants
Hotel California Live September 17, 2021 Daton Masonic Center at 525 W. Riverview Ave., Dayton, Ohi Eagles’ tribute band
Plane Talks September 17, 2021 (+Nov 11 and Dec 7) National Museum of the US Air Force at 1100 Spaatz Street, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio (Dayton) Expoerts will chat about the exhibit planes
Rubber Duck Regatta September 17, 2021 Dixie Drive-In Movie Theater at 6201 N. Dixie, Dayton, Ohio Adopt a duck!
Sister Cities of Vandalia Oktoberfest September 17–18, 2021 Vandalia Sports Complex on Stonequarry Road in Vandalia, Ohio Live music and lots of German food
Springfield Extravaganza September 17–19, 2021 Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio Antiques galore!
, US Air Force Marathon September 17–18, 2021 National Museum of the US Air Force at 1100 Spaatz Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 5k and Kids Run on Friday; Marathon on Saturday
MustardFEST 2021 September 17–18, 2021 Mother Stewart’s Brewery Company 102 W. Columbia St., Springfield, Ohio Mustard recipe cook off, wiener dog race and more
Craft Beer Festival September 18, 2021 Auglaize County Fairgrounds at 1001 Fairview Dr., Wapakoneta, Ohio 40 Breweries will be showcasing their beers.
Dayton Pagan Pride Day September 18, 2021 Fairborn Community Park, Fairborn, Ohio Learn about pagan spiritualism
Hairborn 2021 September 18, 2021 Downtown Fairborn, Ohio Music performances, beer, food and fun
Hispanic Heritage Festival September 18, 2021 Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio Music, food and fun
Preble County Pork Festival September 18–19, 2021 Preble County Fairgrounds at 722 South Franklin Street, Eaton, Ohio Lots of fun things to do and great food, live music, rides and racing pigs
Super Hero Skate September 18, 2021 Kettering Rec Complex at 2900 Glengarry Dr., Kettering, Ohio Dress as a super hero and skate!
A Wool Gathering September 18–19, 2021 Young’s Jersey Dairy at 6880 Springfield-Xenia Road, Yellow Springs, Ohio Largest regional natural fiber festival
3rd Sunday at Front Street September 19, 2021 (+Oct 17, Nov 21 and Dec 19) Front Street, Dayton, Ohio Market, art galleries, food trucks, live music from 11am–4pm Facebook
3rd on Third Outdoor Market September 19, 2021 (+Oct 17) 1301 East Third Street, Dayton, Ohio Eclectic outdoor market
Dayton Concours d’Elegance September 19, 2021 Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio Classic and and antique cars
Taste of Northmont September 21, 2021 Meadowbrook at Clayton: 6001 Salem Ave., Clayton, Ohio Local restaurants showcase their specialties (originally scheduled for Jan)
Footloose the Musical September 23 – October 31, 2021 La Comedia Dinner Theatre at765 W Central Ave, Springboro, Ohio A classic
Tipp City Mum Festival September 24–25, 2021 Between Third and Tipp-Elizabeth Streets in Tipp City, Ohio Enjoy a cruise-in, parade, motorcycle ride, live entertainment – and mums!
A Hot Summer Night September 4, 2021 Main Street, Rising Sun, Indiana 7pm concert. Bring lawn chairs
Tri-State Antique Market September 5, 2021 (+October 3) Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds at U.S. 5o and Hollywood Blvd., Lawrenceburg, Indiana Find a special treasure!
Fastest Kid in Town September 18, 2021 East Pearl and Main St., Batesville, Indiana Fun sprints
St. Louis Parish Festival September 18–19, 2021 13. E. St. Louis Place, Batesville, Indiana Live music, raffle, beer garden, games, country store, food, homemade ice cream
Annual Versailles Pumpkin Show September 22–25, 2021 Versailles, Indiana Indiana’s oldest festival! Exhibits, crafts, food, and entertainment
Batesville Kiwanis Apple Fest September 25–26, 2021 Batesville Liberty Park at 716 S. Park Ave., Batesville, Indiana Live music, crafts, kiddie train rides, good and raffles
Vogt Farm Pumpkin Festival September 25 – October 26, 2021 (Saturdays and Sundays) Vogt Farm at 12115 N. State Rd. 129, Batesville, Indiana Pumpkon patch, pettering zoo, corn maze Facebook
Aurora Farmer’s Fair September 29–October 2, 2021 Aurora, Indiana Parade, rides, exhibits and food!
“Homeownership has cemented its role as part of the American Dream, providing families with a place that is their own and an avenue for building wealth over time. This ‘wealth’ is built, in large part, through the creation of equity…Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.”
The past year may have had its challenges, but there have been some silver linings. Home values, for example, have risen rapidly resulting in huge equity gains for homeowners. Why is this? Sibcy Cline Senior Loan Officer Damon DiBari explains how the market is balancing itself: “The housing market crisis in 2007 and uncertainty in the market in the 2010’s have kept market growth very low until 2019. If you bought your home in 2019 or earlier, your equity has increased significantly due to this ‘catch up’ in price.”
This catch up in price has resulted in home values increasing rapidly. The average amount of equity that homeowners have gained in the last year is over $33,000 and the average homeowner has over $216,000 in equity (Source: CoreLogic).
These gains in equity are great news for homeowners. According to Jay Buten, VP of Production for Sibcy Cline Mortgage Services, “Now is a great time for homeowners to take advantage of the increased values and utilize the equity to improve their overall financial picture.”
There are many ways that homeowners can choose to use their equity to give themselves a leg up financially, from debt consolidation to college expenses. “It’s a great time for homeowners to evaluate their personal finances and look for opportunities to benefit from the increased equity they have gained.” said Buten.
Think you might be able to use your equity? Here are 7 smart ways to consider:
1. Move Up to Your Dream Home
One of the most common ways that homeowners use their equity is to sell their home in order to buy or build something more suitable to their needs. Sellers can use the cash they make at closing for their next down payment OR take out a bridge loan that allows them to borrow that cash before they close to make their down payment on a new home.
2. Home Improvements
Improving your home can further increase its value and your equity, depending on the type of improvements you choose to do.
3. College Costs
This can make sense when the interest rates are lower than other sources for borrowing money for education.
4. Debt Consolidation
Homeowners can save money by using equity to pay off high-interest debt.
5. Long-Term Investments
Some long-term investments, such as a second home or rental property, can be worth drawing on your equity.
6. Wedding
Rather than using credit cards or other high-interest sources to fund a wedding, consider drawing on your home equity to celebrate this long-term commitment.
7. Start a business
Starting a business or investing in a current one can bring a huge return on the investment of your equity.
The Business Courier published its annual Greater Cincinnati’s Largest Private Companies list and Sibcy Cline was part of this ranking at #107 on the list. (Sibcy Cline’s ranking rose from #113 in 2020.)
This 2021 list (of the top 150 local companies) had $49 billion in combined sales and a workforce of 149,000 people.
Sibcy Cline has been in the real estate business since the 1930s assisting people with their home-related needs. Starting in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company now also serves Northern Kentucky; Southeastern Indiana; as well as Dayton and Springfield, Ohio.
The sunflower – such a beautiful thing from Mother Nature. When you view a field of them, it is simply magical to see a sea of yellow. This summer be sure to grab your camera and head to a local field to capture their wonderfulness.
Sunflower fun facts:Each sunflower can contain anywhere from 1000 to 2000 seeds. Sunflowers turn with the sun when in the budding stage. And, the tallest sunflower on record was 30-feet tall!
Here’s our list of nearby sunflower fields to visit:
Near Cincinnati, Ohio
Blooms and Berries Farm Market 9669 S. St. Rt. 48, Loveland, Ohio Sunflower fields will be ready mid to late September 2021.
The Black Barn 1161 W. Main Street, Lebanon, Ohio One-acre sunflower field in bloom in early August.
Burwinkel Farms 4359 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Ross, Ohio Field is open late July.
Gorman Heritage Farm 10052 Reading Rd., Evendale, Ohio They have two fields peaking at different times. Closed Sundays. Sunflower Festival is October 2–3, 2021
Meade Historic Preserve 11887 N Lebanon Rd, (Symmes Township) Cincinnati, Ohio Enjoy the pathway through the sunflowers
Mounts Park 4851 Stubbs Mill Rd., Hamilton Township, Ohio Sunflower field blooms in September. Follow on Facebook.
Kalon’s Korner 3220 Clear Creek Rd.. Nicholasville, Kentucky (2-hour drive just south of Lexington) This farm is worth the drive! Loads of sunflowers! You need to attend a public event – the farm is private otherwise.
McGlasson Farms 5832 River Rd., Hebron, Kentucky Mid September Facebook
Red Sunflower Farm 5043 Webster Road, Independence, Kentucky Sunflowers are blooming the first two weeks in August.
Vogel Farm 5380 Four Mile Rd., Melbourne, Kentucky They grow sunflowers during the summer. July flowers. Follow the farm on Facebook.
JK Orchard and Farm 1345 Lutz Road, Lima, Ohio Flowers in bloom late July through late September.
Morris Reserve 3151 Lower Bellbrook Rd., Bellbrook, Ohio Prairie field includes some sunflowers and other wild flowers. This is a self-sustained area – sunflowers are not planted.
Possum Creek Metro Park 4790 Frytown Rd., Dayton, Ohio A pathway is cut through the flower field – it’s very scenic!
Wenger’s Produce 3836 County Road 29, West Liberty, Ohio The field is located on Township Road 166 near a raspberry field. Blooms usually in September.
Yellow Springs White Hall Farm – a Tecumseh Land Trust. Field is along US 68 between the Yellow Springs and Young’s Hersey Dairy. Note: this is private property. Usually 400,000 sunflowers are found in the field.
Near Southeastern Indiana
Barn at Helm 5544 Helm Road, Williamsburg, Indiana (near Richmond) Sunflower Saturdays. Facebook Cornucopia Farm 5444 N. Rutherford Hollow Rd., Scottsburg, Indiana (2.5-hour drive.) Sunflower Experience – September 2021. Three acres of sunflowers to enjoy. Follow updates on Facebook.
Golliher Farms 17474 W. Hunnicut Road, Cambridge City, Indiana (2.5-hour drive.) 75,000 sunflowers planted. Blooms in July 2021. Facebook
P&D Flower Farm 7749 E. 1000 N., Indianapolis, Indiana (2-hour drive.) Enjoy the field. Pick flowers at the farm, too. Follow on Facebook.
Spencer’s Farm 7177 E. 161st Street, Noblesville, Indiana (2.5-hour drive.) Large sunflower field and you-pick sunflower area, too. Usually available starting in mid July.
Stuckey Farm 19975 Hamilton Boone Road, Sheridan, Indiana (2.5-hour drive.) Annual Sunflower Festival (September4, 5, and 6 2021).
Tuttle Orchards 5717 N. 300 W., Greenfield, Indiana (This will be a 2-hour drive.) August 20201 – Four acres of flowers – walk along a one-way path after late July 2021 for the Sunflower Trail.
Have we missed any fields? Please let us know! sknabe@sibcycline.com
Favorite local hang-outs: Bluebird Bakery and Piccolo Wine Room in Glendale
As a home services coordinator with Sibcy Cline, Linda Damato is part matchmaker, part problem solver. When homeowners call Linda with a need—a renovation or repair—she knows exactly the right vendor to connect them with. And with 17 years of experience in matching homeowners to vendors, she has more success stories than she can count.
“We look at the service needed and the time frame, along with other factors, and provide a match with a vendor. Then we follow up to make sure the client is pleased,” Linda said, explaining the process of coordinating services for Sibcy Cline clients. The goal is to gain “clients for life” by giving buyers and sellers of homes support through every stage of their homeownership journey.
Sometimes that support can come in the smallest of ways, like recently when Linda assisted a seller whose home was vacant and being prepared for showings. “The basement light was out and the agent called us,“ She said, “And I knew a handyman who was painting in a home near there who could run over and fix it quickly. Within an hour, the basement light was working. That’s the beauty of it—we knew who was nearby and could help.”
Another success that Linda enjoys is seeing clients who remain with Sibcy Cline for years, even when their original agent is no longer with the brokerage. “They stay with us because they love the brand. That makes me so happy.”
Although Linda admits that she didn’t know what a “home services coordinator” was when she applied for the job, she now loves what she does. “The very best part of my job is helping buyers and sellers through their adventure. I love the excitement of a first-time buyer telling me their ideas for making this house their home. It’s rewarding to be a small part of making the client feel comfortable with their choices.”
Being involved with helping buyers and sellers is something that isn’t new to Linda—she was a REALTOR for 8 years in Chicago (her hometown) before moving to Cincinnati with her husband Joe for a job transfer. “It was between St. Louis and Cincinnati,” she said, “and we chose here.”
Linda now lives in Glendale in a 100-year-old home. “I’ve done a lot in the last year—painted every room, [renovated] the bathroom—and used Sibcy Cline vendor partners for all of it,” she says. “I was like most people during COVID, who were home all the time, looking around, thinking: what can I do to make my home better?”
One of Linda’s favorite “hangouts” is in her garden. “Whether pulling pesky weeds or making lovely flower arrangements for friends, I find it therapeutic,” she said. She also enjoys cooking for family and friends, a pursuit she once channeled into teaching cooking classes at the Glendale Lyceum and owning a deli/wine bar business called Taste of Tuscany. “It was everything I love—cooking, eating, wine—but it wasn’t the same as doing it for friends and family.”
With her strong appreciation for making a house a home, Linda is not surprised that there has been such high demand for home renovations in the past year. “When your home looks good to you and feels comfortable, it just makes you feel better,” she said.
If you are looking for help in renovating your home, you can reach out to Linda or any of our coordinators through our Home Services website.
Throughout June, home sales increased for most of the region when compared to June 2020. Overall for the year to date, homes sales are exceeding last year’s figures. Mortgage rates are low. Home values are high. It’s a great time to list your home for sale and for buyers to find their dream home.
Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout June 2021:
CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA
June 2021 vs June 2020
2.5% Increase in homes sold (2,606 homes)
18% Increase in median sale price ($253,500 vs $194,000)
21.2% Increase in sales volume ($782,909,522)
-26% Decrease in active homes for sale (1,928 units)
1.8% Increase in new listings (3,158 units)
January–June 2021 vs January–June 2020
7.8% Increase in homes sold (12,295 homes vs 11,405)
18.5% Increase in median sale price ($229,900 vs $194,000)
26.7% Increase in sales volume ($3,392,446,173 vs $2,677,500,359)
