When: 5-8 p.m. Sept. 12
Location: 1045 Central Ave., Middletown
Description: Middletown’s 10th annual Dog Day Downtown will feature a variety of treats, shows, contests and more. Pets brought to the event must be leashed and vaccinated.
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Sept. 12
Location: 123 Gano Road, Wilmington
Description: Ralph’s American Grill will send off summer with a party Friday night, featuring live music, ice cream and food trucks, a bike show, raffles and more. There will also be a fireworks and drone show.
Credit: Natalie Jones
Credit: Natalie Jones
When: Sept. 13-14
Location: 5474 OH 48, Lebanon
Description: Hidden Valley Orchard’s free Fall Craft Festival will feature an open-air market, complete with live music, fall treats, local vendors and more. There will also be various photo opportunities throughout the farm.
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 13
Location: Waynesville Main Street Historic District
Description: Local vendors and food trucks will come together this Saturday for the Waynesville Street Fair. Alongside the vintage items and various dishes, children’s activities will be offered at the event, organized by the local arts council.
When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 13
Location: 8107 OH 48, Waynesville
Description: To celebrate the start of fall, Grandma’s Gardens in Waynesville will host the Great Scarecrow Festival this Saturday. The event will feature kettle corn and other treats, a train ride, a pumpkin patch and a scarecrow contest.
When: Noon-3 p.m. Sept. 13
Location: 285 Hiawatha Trail, Springboro
Description: Springboro’s Schmidt Auto Care will host an event this weekend where guests can win prizes, try various snacks and check out the underside of a truck. This event is designed for children age three to 10.
Credit: Tom Gilliam
Credit: Tom Gilliam
When: Noon-6 p.m. Sept. 13
Location: 501 E. Fifth St., Dayton
Description: This weekend, the various restaurants located in Dayton’s Oregon District will be celebrated at the annual Taste of the Oregon event. Guests will be able to try various samples from restaurants such as Thai 9, Lily’s, Blind Bob’s and more.
When: Noon-11 p.m. Sept. 13
Location: 1 S. Elm St., Dayton
Description: The fourth annual Pirate Island Festival “promises a swashbuckling good time,” featuring inflatables, face painting, a caricature artist, live music and more. All proceeds from the event benefit West Carrollton schools’ athletic programs.
When: 7-10 p.m. Sept. 13
Location: 90 S. Main St., Miamisburg
Description: This weekend, Miamisburg will block off part of the street near Jayne’s on Main for Dancin’ in the Street, a party featuring music from The Fries Band. The city’s DORA program allows guests to carry drinks between the different areas of the event.
When: 3-5 p.m. Sept. 14
Location: 3022 Wilmington Pike, Kettering
Description: Eudora Brewing Company will celebrate Oktoberfest season with a puppy-themed event this Saturday. Guests will be able to bring their faithful companions to the restaurant’s patio, which will feature various games and treats for the pets. However, dogs are only allowed in the building for a short time, so it is recommended guests plan accordingly.
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