Ohio Events
The following events were supplied to us by festival organizers and tourism offices throughout the state, and selected by Midwest Living editors. This is not intended as an all-inclusive list of all events in this state. If you decide to go, call first: Dates and specific events can change at the last minute.
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Biggest Week in American Birding
May 3 - 12
The "Biggest Week" is one of the premier birding events in the country, offering some of the best birding North America has to offer, planned during the peak of spring songbird migration in the "Warbler Capital of the World." The 10-day festival features workshops, guided birding activities, half-day birding bus tours, keynote speakers, and more. Visit the website for registration information, a full schedule of activities, and rates. (419)-898.4070; biggestweekinamericanbirding.com [2]
Space Fest
May 4
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton Challenger Learning Center and more than 20 partner organizations will offer a multitude of exciting space-related activities for all ages, including special appearances by astronauts, a 5K fun run/walk and 1-mile kids' race, a Sun-Gaze with telescopes, a sneak peek into NASA’s first space shuttle Crew Compartment Trainer, aircraft cockpit look-ins, musical performances by area bands, hands-on activities, model rocket building and launching, and much more. (937)-255-1560; nationalmuseum.af.mil [3]
Ohio Bike Week
May 31 - June 9
This celebration of all things motorcycle includes dozens of live bands, vendors, rides, games, block parties, drag racing, bike parade, and more. (419)-502.0022; ohiobikeweek.com [4]
MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition
The 2013 Cleveland Tall Ships Festival
July 4 - 7
All aboard! A magnificent fleet of tall ships is returning to Cleveland during the Tall Ships Festival July 4 – 7. Held at the Port of Cleveland adjacent to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, the festival will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Great Lakes role in the War of 1812, showcase maritime history and spotlight key environmental themes. Visitors can board the 10-11 vessels from around the world, meet the crew and experience the heritage these ships symbolize. clevelandtallships.com [6]