Ohio Hills Folk Festival Returns July 10–12, 2025
The Ohio Hills Folk Festival in Quaker City, Ohio, is back for its 121st year. This long-standing summer tradition is held July 10–12 and offers three days of fun, entertainment, and community pride. Known as Ohio’s oldest festival, it’s free to attend and packed with activities for all ages.
Entertainment and Live Music
Music fills the air all weekend with performances on three stages featuring bluegrass, gospel, and country favorites. The newly relocated Festival Kitchen at Quaker City Park serves up their famous homemade noodles, while the Firehouse grills its crowd-pleasing Belt Buster sandwiches. Don’t forget to stop by the Country Store for handmade ice cream and vintage displays.
Quilt and art shows run throughout the weekend. Visitors can explore the Country Store Museum’s historic displays or watch live demonstrations. The Columbus Zoo will also make a special appearance during the festival.
Family Activities and Kids Events
Families can enjoy a wide range of free activities each day. Kids will love the daily bike races, pet show, frog jumping contest, story hour, dunk tank, and free train rides. Crafts, scavenger hunts, and hands-on fun make this festival a summer favorite for children across Southeast Ohio.
The festival also hosts a kiddie pedal pull, rubber duck regatta, and Horse Poop Bingo, along with games and contests designed for all ages. Activities take place at various points around the grounds, so check the schedule when you arrive.
Parades, Fireworks, and Festival Highlights
Three exciting parades happen throughout the weekend. Thursday’s Kiddie Parade features children dressed as their favorite characters. Friday night brings the famous Philip Carpenter Mile Long Parade, one of the largest in Ohio. On Saturday evening, the Queen’s Parade highlights visiting royalty from festivals across the state.
Cap off the event Saturday at 10 p.m. with the largest fireworks show in Southeastern Ohio. This long-standing crowd favorite draws visitors from across the region.
Local Vendors, Shopping, and Races
Craft and flea markets fill the midway with handmade goods, local finds, and festival gear. Be sure to visit the Welcome Center at Fair Street and Smith Avenue to grab an event T-shirt and tickets to the Rubber Duck Regatta.
Saturday morning kicks off with a 5K and 10K race through Quaker City. All participants receive medals, soft T-shirts, and handmade pottery awards. It’s a fun way to start the day before the parades and activities begin.
Plan Your Visit to the Ohio Hills Folk Festival
The festival is held along Fair and South Streets in Quaker City, Ohio. Free parking is available at Walton Field. Benches and shaded seating are available throughout the grounds for visitors to relax between events.
For the full schedule and updates, visit myohff.com.
Don’t miss the excitement of three parades:
- Thursday’s Kiddie Parade
- Friday’s famous Philip Carpenter Mile Long Parade
- Saturday’s Queen’s Parade, featuring visiting royalty from across Ohio
End the weekend with the biggest fireworks show in Southeastern Ohio on Saturday at 10 p.m.
Shop Local & Join the Fun
Browse handmade crafts and unique finds at the craft and flea markets. Be sure to visit the Welcome Center at Fair St. and Smith Ave. to pick up festival T-shirts and Rubber Duck Regatta tickets.
Join the 5K or 10K Race on Saturday Morning
Start your Saturday with a run or walk through Quaker City. The Ohio Hills Folk Festival 5K and 10K races begin at 8 a.m. All participants get medals, soft T-shirts, and handmade pottery awards.
Plan Your Trip to Quaker City
The event takes place along Fair and South Streets in Quaker City. Free parking is available at Walton Field. Seating and shaded rest areas are provided throughout the festival grounds.
Learn more at myohff.com.
