Events Calendar for the Hocking Hills Region
| Jul 1 thru Aug 29 | Tecumseh Outdoor Drama Witness the epic life story of the legendary Shawnee leader as he struggles to defend his sacred homelands in the Ohio country during the late 1700's. “Tecumseh!” has been labeled as one of the most mesmerizing dramas in the nation. Contact: Tecumseh Outdoor Drama | Arts/Music/Film Outdoor Activity Family Oriented ![]() |
| Jul 3 Jul 4 | Stars and Stripes in Sugar Grove Activities Friday evening, all day Saturday. Presented by Berne Union Music Boosters. Cost: 3$ parking fee Contact: Peggy Poenisch, Phone: 740-746-0481 | ![]() |
| Jul 3 | Buckeye Lake Area BLASST Fireworks Contact: Tory Wolfe, Phone: 740-928-4446 | Outdoor Activity Family Oriented ![]() |
| Jul 3 Jul 4 Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 7 | Old Settlers Reunion There will be a parade, entertainment, and food at the Old Settlers Reunion. Enjoy the festivities! Phone: 740-590-2744 | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 4 | Romantic Full Moon Canoe Trip Water and trees take on a special glow as you're serenaded by crickets, tree frogs, owls and the occasional splash of nocturnal creatures taking an evening swim. For hopeless romantics, friends and families alike, the sights and sounds of the nighttime river are a treat you will never forget. A roaring campfire greets your return, complete with refreshments and entertainment. Cost: $40 per canoe Contact: Hocking Valley Canoe Livery | Outdoor Activity Family Oriented ![]() |
| Jul 4 | July 4th Fireworks Display The Annual July 4th Fireworks Display will begin at dusk on the banks of the Scioto River in Yoctangee Park Annex. | Outdoor Activity Family Oriented ![]() |
| Jul 4 | Lancaster July 4th Events Contact: David Smith , Phone: 740-687-4747 | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 10 Jul 11 Jul 12 | Lilyfest Stroll through gardens, visit with 60 artists selling fine arts & crafts, listen to music provided by Logan-Holl grants, and food. Cost: Lilyfest Committee Contact: Lilyfest Committee | Arts/Music/Film Outdoor Activity Family Oriented ![]() |
| Jul 11 | Hummingbird Banding Demo Hummingbird expert Allen Chartier will capture and band our hummingbirds. Allen will also present his research about Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds. | ![]() |
| Jul 12 | Glenlaurel Anniversary Open House Stroll the grounds and feel the magic at our 15th Anniversary Open House! Be entertained by Scottish bagpipe music, wool spinning demonstrations, Celtic dancing and more! Our chefs will grace your taste buds with their delicious culinary delights, and Joppa Spa & Wellness Center will be open for tours and offering complimentary neck massages. You can enjoy live Scottish bagpipe music while touring our lovely rooms, suites, crofts and cottages, hosted by our frequent guests. And you can browse our gift gallery for special prices available only at the open house. If you haven't been to Lilyfest (which is about 2.3 miles west of us, just off 180) you might want to come early on Sunday and follow the signs. In its sixteenth year, Lilyfest has grown and now includes more than 70 area artists displaying, demonstrating and marketing their products. There are three acres of artistically designed gardens, ponds and garden sculptures, plant sales by professional horticulturists and answers to your plant growing and maintenance questions provided by OSU Master Gardeners. Visit Lilyfest Sunday morning and our open house on Sunday afternoon. Both locations will inspire the gardener within. Bring a car full or a busload and make it a day in the Hocking Hills! Cost: Free Contact: Glenlaurel Inn | ![]() |
| Jul 13 | Acupressure for Better Living Learn the ancient art that uses the fingers to press key points on the surface of the skin. A great class for beginners, couples or girlfriends! Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulate the body's natural self-curative abilities. The origins of acupressure are as ancient as the instinctive impulse to hold your forehead or temples when you have a headache. When these points are pressed, they release muscular tension and promote the circulation of blood. Acupressure continues to be one of the most effective methods for self-treatment of tension-related ailments. Class participants will learn some of acupressure's most powerful points in a hands-on easy-to-follow format. Everyone will go home with a booklet outlining these potent points. Class size is limited to 12. It is scheduled from 10:00-2:00 and includes lunch. Cost is $85 per person. Inn Spa Manager Randall Wellman, LMT and MS, will be your instructor. Randy started teaching classes in 1994. He has studied with many masters and has worked on thousands of clients. Cost: $85 / person Contact: Inn at Cedar Falls | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 14 | Ladies' Evening Float Trip Discover a virtually unpaddled stretch of the Hocking River. Canoes and kayaks will launch just below Falls Mill at State Route 664 (a great place for photos) and end at the ODNR boat launch ramp at State Route 93. Basic paddling instruction is available for first timers. Refreshments served. Reservations recommended. Cost: $25 per person Contact: Hocking Hills Canoe Livery | Outdoor Activity Special Interest ![]() |
| Jul 16 Jul 17 Jul 18 | Dba Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale All retail businesses offer their best buys of the season. Great time for specials and giveaways. Phone: 740-420-8487 | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 16 | Third Thursday Events Series Blues, Brews & BBQ featuring food, drink & live music Phone: 740-474-3636 | Arts/Music/Film![]() |
| Jul 18 | Summer Beer TasteInn with Local Brewers Join us for our summer tasting of beers. Beers will be from local brewers and the afternoon will include a class and light appetizers. Cost: $55 / person Contact: Inn at Cedar Falls | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 18 | Zaleski Flint Knap-In Learn how to make arrowheads, primitive tools, and atl-atls. Displays and demonstrations. Nature Center. | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 20 | Lancaster Festival Wine Tasting & Sale A great opportunity to taste before you buy. Includes more than 20 wines to sample, plus appetizers. Reservations encouraged. Cost: $25 per person Contact: Shaw's Inn & Restaurant | Special Interest![]() |
| Jul 25 | Moonlight Tour at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight, using the light of the moon as it reflects on the water. Your trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment. Reservations highly recommended. Meet at the livery at 7:00 p.m. and be sure to bring a flashlight. Cost: $35 per canoe for two people Contact: Hocking Hills Canoe Livery | Outdoor Activity![]() |
| Jul 25 | Flaming Torchlight Canoe Trip Night time on the Hocking River is magical, and nothing is more exciting than experiencing it by torchlight: flickering flames reflecting on rippling water, golden eyes blinking from surrounding trees, all bathed in a surreal, golden glow. For romantics, friends and families, the river by torchlight is an unforgettable delight. A roaring campfire greets your return, with refreshments and entertainment. Cost: $40 per canoe Contact: Hocking Valley Canoe Livery | Outdoor Activity![]() |
| Jul 25 | Birding by Kayak: Touch the Earth Adventures Kayak quietly to inlets and birding spots to enjoy osprey, heron, red headed and various woodpeckers, warblers and song birds of every description. Held on lakes and waterways of Southeast Ohio and led by Julie Davis, President of Columbus Audubon. Identify by sound and sight. Kayaks provided - no experience necessary. Reservations required. Cost: $40 Contact: Touch the Earth Adventures | Outdoor Activity![]() |
| Jul 26 | Birding by Kayak: Touch the Earth Adventures A.M. Kayak quietly to inlets and birding spots to enjoy osprey, heron, red headed and various woodpeckers, warblers and song birds of every description. Held on lakes and waterways of Southeast Ohio and led by Julie Davis, President of Columbus Audubon. Identify by sound and sight. Kayaks provided - no experience necessary. Reservations required. Cost: $40 Contact: Touch the Earth Adventures | Outdoor Activity![]() |
| Jul 31 thru Aug 9 | "Seussical the Musical" Musical based on the books of Dr. Seuss, fun for the entire family. Cost: $10 Contact: Melvin C. Spring , Phone: 614-863-1861 | Arts/Music/Film![]() |



