Holiday Magic in Akron: Moments to Share
Akron and Summit County shine bright during the holidays with experiences designed to bring people together. From Wild Lights at the Akron Zoo to Deck the Hall at Stan Hywet, the North Pole Adventure train ride, lantern tours at Hale Farm, and Winter Blast at Lock 3, the season here is filled with places to gather, laugh, and create memories that will last well beyond the new year.
Nostalgic Noel: A Vintage Christmas at Sauder Village
Step into Christmas past at Sauder Village in Archbold, Ohio. Merry & Bright brings candlelit strolls, trolley rides, festive treats, and Santa visits. Adults can enjoy a 1920s-themed cocktail night during Making Spirits Bright. Shop handcrafted gifts and enjoy holiday traditions that feel like home.
Holiday Traditions in Historic Roscoe Village
Experience a nostalgic holiday in Historic Roscoe Village during its annual Christmas Candlelighting Days in Coshocton, Ohio.
This Year Unwrap The Magic Of Christmas In Steubenville
Steubenville, Ohio, sparkles with holiday cheer as downtown fills with lights, music, and festive traditions. From the dazzling Light Up the Night celebration and 200+ handcrafted nutcrackers to Christmas at the Fort and cozy markets, this riverside town offers a holiday experience full of joy, nostalgia, and new memories waiting to be made.
Ohio After Dark: Stargazing, Bonfires, and Ghost Lights
When daylight fades, a different side of Ohio awakens. From quiet stargazing parks to the mysterious glow of ghost lights, discover the peaceful and sometimes eerie beauty of Ohio after dark.
Kaymoor Miners Trail in New River Gorge: A Journey Through History and Nature
The Kaymoor Miners Trail in New River Gorge blends history, endurance, and natural beauty. Once part of a bustling coal operation, this trail now guides hikers past historic remains, forest paths, and 821 wooden steps leading to the river. Each section reveals the strength and determination that shaped life in West Virginia’s coal country.
Exploring the Historic Charm and Haunting Secrets of Hotel Lafayette Marietta
Rising from the ashes of the 1916 Bellevue fire, the Lafayette Hotel Marietta blends riverfront elegance with more than a century of stories. Guests praise its grandeur and unique architectural touches, but many also leave with tales of shadowy figures, unexplained footsteps, and whispered hauntings. Whether you believe in ghosts or simply appreciate history, the Lafayette offers a timeless stay in the heart of Marietta.
Fall In Love With Mahoning County: Cider, Foliage & Adventures
No fall visit to Mahoning County is complete without a stop at White House Fruit Farm. A beloved local tradition, this family-owned farm comes alive in the autumn with fields of pumpkins, wagon rides, and rows of crisp apples ripe for picking. Sip fresh apple cider, stock up on homemade fudge, and don’t forget their famous blueberry donuts.
Fall at Punderson Manor : History, Haunts, and Autumn Beauty await
Fall brings more than just color to the park—it brings adventure. Right outside the Manor doors, you’ll find access to more than 14 miles of scenic hiking trails that wind through peaceful woods, open meadows, and gently rolling hills. Each step offers something new—rustling leaves underfoot, birdsong echoing through the trees, and that unmistakable scent of autumn in the air.
Chillicothe Fall Adventures: Trails, Festivals, and Haunted Nights Await
Start with the trails. Great Seal State Park is a favorite for hikers and bikers alike. Winding paths take you through thick woods and up to ridgetops where fall colors steal the show. You’ll want to take your time—those sweeping views of gold and red are worth every step.
Historic Ohio Oil Well Returns To The Spotlight
A hollow sycamore log served as their well casing, and sure enough, they struck salt brine. But along with that, they hit something else: oil and natural gas. They had no idea they’d just tapped into the first oil-producing well in North America—45 years before Pennsylvania’s Drake Well made headlines.
Authentically Awesome: Discover Fall Fun in Zanesville-Muskingum County
Another family favorite is PV’s Pumpkin Patch in Frazeysburg — a fall wonderland filled with pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, and corn stalks. There’s also a pumpkin slingshot, corn maze, duck races, a jumping pad, and a decorated trail for even more autumn adventures.