Ohio comes alive with fall fun in October! The month is jam-packed with festivals celebrating everything from pumpkins to sauerkraut.
The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival (Oct. 11-12) in Waynesville offers a unique culinary experience, and the legendary Circleville Pumpkin Show (Oct. 15-18) is a must-see, drawing huge crowds for its giant pumpkins and parade.
For a step back in time, the Ohio Renaissance Festival continues on weekends through October, featuring themed weekends like Viking (Oct. 4-5) and Highland (Oct. 11-12).
The Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 4-5) and the Fairborn Halloween Festival (Oct. 17-19) round out the month with family-friendly fall activities.
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