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This Week: September 17 β September 21
Monday, September 14 β Saturday, September 19, 2026
Hocking County Fair β Logan
Hocking County Fairgrounds, 150 North Homer Road, Logan. Junior fair shows, exhibits, midway rides, food, and grandstand entertainment continue through Saturday. Admission is $8; rides are extra and daily schedules vary.
Friday, September 18 β Saturday, September 19, 2026
The Goonies β Logan Theater
Main Auditorium, 88 East Main Street, Logan. Showtimes are Friday at 7:00 PM and Saturday at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Tickets are $7.50.
Saturn Rises, Venus Sets β John Glenn Astronomy Park, 7:45 PM
Watch Saturn rise while Venus shines near peak brightness. Programs are weather dependent and require a free parking pass.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Love Hocking Hills Trail Clean Up β Cedar Falls, 11:00 AM
Join the public volunteer cleanup at Cedar Falls. Equipment and trash bags are provided; dress for trail conditions.
Benefit Steam Trip and Motor Car Rides, 12:00 PM β 8:00 PM
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, Nelsonville. Short motor-car rides run from noon to 5:00 PM; a steam train and a longer motor-car ride depart at 6:00 PM. All rides are by donation to support Whitewater Valley Railroad flood repairs.
Of Plow & Of Prairie Opening Reception, 3:30 PM β 5:00 PM
The Bowen House, 196 North Market Street, Logan. Photography by Josh Zielinski explores agricultural landscapes of Ohio and the American West.
The Groove Brothers Band, 7:00 PM
Tecumseh Theater Opera House, 116 West Main Street, Shawnee. Bristol Blue opens acoustically before the eight-piece Allman Brothers tribute band. Tickets are $20.
Sunday, September 20, 2026
East Logan Round Trip Train Ride, 1:00 PM
Depart the Nelsonville depot for a family-friendly, 22-mile diesel excursion along the Hocking River valley. The trip lasts about two hours and 15 minutes; advance tickets are recommended.
Tracks and S**t β Hocking Hills State Park Lodge, 2:00 PM β 3:00 PM
Learn how native animals leave signs behind. Meet at the lodge for this free naturalist program.
Coming Up: September 22 β September 27
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Fall Equinox Evening Hike β Clear Creek, 6:00 PM β 8:00 PM
Meet at the Fern Parking Lot, 22937 Clear Creek Road, Rockbridge, for a free 3.2-mile hike on the steep and uneven Hemlock and Fern trails. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water and a flashlight.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Ladies Night Sip & Paint, 6:30 PM β 8:30 PM
Valley View Hills Winery, Sugar Grove. A guided painting activity with supplies and one drink included. Check current availability with the venue.
Friday, September 25 β Saturday, September 26, 2026
Fall Used Book Sale, 10:00 AM β 2:00 PM
The Bowen House garage, 196 North Market Street, Logan. Browse donated books; purchases support community arts and education programs.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Harvest Moon β John Glenn Astronomy Park, 7:30 PM
Watch the traditional harvest moon rise with Saturn nearby. The program is weather dependent and requires a free parking pass.
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Fall Plant Swap & Workshop, 10:00 AM β 12:30 PM
The Bowen House, Logan. Bring plants to swap or make a donation for plants; Wild Ones: Hocking Hills leads a gardening workshop at 11:15 AM.
Harvest Moon Concert, parking at 6:00 PM
John Glenn Astronomy Park. The Hocking Valley Community Orchestra performs at 7:00 PM, followed by observing the harvest moon and Saturn. This fundraiser requires a parking pass.
Saturday, September 26 β Sunday, September 27, 2026
Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show
Hocking Hills Lodge & Conference Center, 20020 State Route 664 South, Logan. Meet regional artists and shop locally made work. Admission and parking are free; lunch will be available.
East Logan Round Trip Train Rides, 1:00 PM
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway's final regular September weekend departures from Nelsonville. The family-friendly trip lasts about two hours and 15 minutes; advance tickets are recommended.
Coming Up: September 28 β October 4
Monday, September 28, 2026
Art with Hocking Hills Paint Parties, 10:30 AM β 12:30 PM
Hocking Hills Children's Museum, 78 West Main Street, Logan. Rachel Gray leads a hands-on art experience following the museum's annual maintenance closure.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Jeep Run Volunteer Trail Cleanup, 10:00 AM
Join the Jeep Run crew for a public Hocking Hills trail cleanup. Confirm the meeting point and advance participation details with the organizer.
Thursday, October 1 β Saturday, October 3, 2026
Hocking Hills Annual Jeep Run 2026
Event headquarters are at Campbell Cove RV Resort & Campground, 30713 Lake Logan Road, Logan. The weekend includes scenic drives, guided trail rides, an obstacle course, raffles, and off-road activities supporting Rescue 101. Registration is $60 per adult.
Thursday, October 1 β Sunday, October 4, 2026
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway Fall Foliage Rides
Departing from 33 West Canal Street, Nelsonville. October trains run Thursday through Sunday, with weekday departures at 1:00 PM and weekend departures at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM. Advance tickets are recommended.
Friday, October 2 β Saturday, October 3, 2026
The Andromeda Galaxy β John Glenn Astronomy Park, 7:15 PM
Observe the most distant object visible to the unaided eye and learn about our neighboring galaxy. Programs are weather dependent and require a free parking pass.
Bigfoot Spotting Express, 6:00 PM
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, Nelsonville. Friday and Saturday festival-weekend trains last about two hours; reservations are recommended.
Friday, October 2 β Sunday, October 4, 2026
Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival
Historic Nelsonville Public Square. The free inaugural festival features cryptid presentations, live music, food, makers, and free children's inflatables and rides. Hours begin at 11:00 AM Friday, 11:30 AM Saturday, and 1:00 PM Sunday.
The Last Canal Boat β Logan Theater
Main Auditorium, 88 East Main Street, Logan. The original musical by Jeff and Kathy Crisler follows the Hocking Canal in the 1800s. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM; note that flashing lights may be used.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Autumn Women's Walk in the Woods, 10:00 AM β 4:00 PM
Highlands Nature Sanctuary, meeting at the Appalachian Forest Museum. The Arc of Appalachia program includes a presentation, a packed-lunch break, and a guided hike. Registration is $20; bring lunch.
Oktoberfest at Brewery 33
Brewery 33 Hocking Hills, 12684 College Prospects Drive, Logan. Free community Oktoberfest.
Coming Up: October 3 β October 14
Saturday, October 3 β Sunday, October 4, 2026
The Hocking Hills Craft Show Fall Fest
20374 Clay Lick Road, Logan. More than 100 craft booths, live music, and food trucks. Hours are 9:00 AM β 5:00 PM Saturday and 9:00 AM β 3:00 PM Sunday; adult admission is $5, with free parking and free admission for children.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Harvest Crush Party at Valley View Hills Winery, 12:00 PM β 8:00 PM
29176 Klump Road, Sugar Grove. The private ticketed event includes winemaking presentations, tastings, tours, a commemorative glass, and live music from 3:00 PM β 7:00 PM. Tickets are $40; the winery is open only to event ticket holders that day.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Love Hocking Hills Trail Clean Up β Old Man's Cave, 4:00 PM
Join the public volunteer cleanup at Old Man's Cave. Equipment and trash bags are provided; dress for trail conditions.
Friday, October 9 β Saturday, October 10, 2026
Dark Fall Skies β John Glenn Astronomy Park, 7:00 PM
Explore the Milky Way under moonless early-fall skies. Friday and Saturday programs are weather dependent and require a free parking pass.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Grandma Gatewood's Fall Colors Hike, 9:00 AM β 1:00 PM
Meet at the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a free, staff-led hike of roughly six miles to Cedar Falls and back. The route is difficult, fast-paced, steep, and uneven; dress for the weather and terrain and bring water.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Love Hocking Hills Trail Clean Up β Ash Cave, 10:00 AM
Join the public volunteer cleanup at Ash Cave. Equipment and trash bags are provided; dress for trail conditions.
Save the Date
Plan ahead for these established seasonal outings
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway Fall Foliage Rides β October 1 β November 1
Trains run Thursday through Sunday in October, plus November 1, from the Nelsonville depot. Advance tickets are recommended during peak fall weekends.
Nelsonville Halloween Trains β October 23, 24, 30, and 31
Four family-friendly seasonal departures feature costumes and treats. Advance tickets are recommended.
Signature Events
September
β Jack Pine Presents: Glass Pumpkin Fest β September 17β20, 2026
β Ladies Night Sip & Paint β September 24, 2026
β Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show β September 26β27, 2026
October
β Hocking Hills Annual Jeep Run 2026 β October 1β3, 2026
β Live Music at Valley View Hills Winery β October 2β31, 2026
β Oktoberfest at Brewery 33 β October 3, 2026
β Harvest Crush Party at Valley View Hills Winery β October 4, 2026
β Grandma Gatewood's Fall Colors Hike β October 10, 2026
β Jack O' Lantern Jubilee β October 31, 2026
December
β Christmas in Ash Cave β December 12, 2026
Event details can change. Check with the host before traveling, especially for weather-dependent outdoor programs, parking-pass availability, and host-controlled schedules.
