America-250 in Miami County - Upcoming Events
The United States is celebrating its 250th birthday in 2026. Miami County is proud of its history and heritage and the people who have impacted its forward progress, and we are excited to celebrate America250! Throughout 2026, Miami County communities, organizations and businesses will be telling the stories of the events, people and places who have impacted Ohio and the country during the American Revolutionary War and beyond. Information on Miami County projects and events will be added to this page as they become available.
Take a journey through Miami County to museums, murals, sculptures and more on the Miami County History Pass. Be inspired and learn about the people, places and events that impacted Miami County, Ohio, and America’s history. Learn more about the pass and sign up here.
America250-Ohio’s Trails and Tales program celebrates and honors the history of people, places, and events within specific themes. The first trail that launched is the Ohio Air & Space Trail which explores Ohio’s rich aviation and aerospace history. Miami County’s WACO Air Museum and Aviation Learning Center is a stop on this trail. To explore this trail in more detail, click here. The Lake Erie to Ohio River Trail has five Miami County stops – Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, Indian Creek Distillery, Lock 9 in Piqua, Lock 12 in Troy, and Lock 15 in Tipp City. To explore this trail in more detail, click here.
To learn more about what the America250-Ohio state commission has planned this year, please visit https://america250-ohio.org/.
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Light Up the Night in Pleasant Hill
June 27
DetailsCelebrate America’s 250th & Lights Up the Night at Pleasant Hill! Get ready to paint the town red, white, and blue! This year, we are celebrating a massive milestone—America’s Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary)—and Pleasant Hill is throwing an unforgettable celebration to mark the occasion. Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 27th, and head over to Pleasant…
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George and Martha Washington's Love Story
June 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
DetailsCelebrating America’s 250th Anniversary. George and Martha Washington’s Love Story as portrayed by Curt Radabaugh and Alysa Dupuy. Presented by the Elizabeth Township Historical Society. Public Welcome
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Tipp City Library Goes to the Movies: League of Their Own
June 28 @ 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
DetailsLeague of Their Own (1992) – Join the Tipp City Public Library as we celebrate America250 by participating in Ohio Goes to the Movies – a statewide celebration of movies showcasing Ohio’s actors, directors, writers, composers, locations, and topics, shown in cities and towns across the state. Tipp City Public Library will be showing the…
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Trivia Night - Celebrate 250 Years of American History
July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
DetailsTest your knowledge of American history at this Jeopardy-style trivia event at the Milton-Union Public Library. Arrive as a team or join one at the library for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. Snacks will be provided. Registration is appreciated by calling the library at 937-698-5515.
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Patriotic Tie-dye at the Milton-Union Public Library
July 2 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
DetailsCreate your own unique t-shirt to celebrate America250. All dye is supplied, but please bring your own shirt. You do not need to be a cardholder to attend. All ages welcome.
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Red, White and Play-Family Game Night
July 3 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
DetailsCelebrate community, connection, and classic summertime fun at Downtown Tipp City Partnership’s Family Game Night presented by Monroe Federal Savings and Loan on Friday, July 3 from 5:00-8:00 PM in historic downtown Tipp City. As part of the America 250 celebration, this free family-friendly evening will bring downtown to life with games, activities, laughter, and…
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Red, White, and Run 5K in West Milton
July 4 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
DetailsThe Red, White, and Run 5k in West Milton will be held on July 4th again! This fun and enjoyable course includes running through the woods at the Lowry Complex and finishing in the track stadium! Last year was a BLAST, but this year will be even more sensational as we are also celebrating America…
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Red, White, Food Trucks & Fireworks
July 4 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
DetailsFood Trucks, Live Music and Fireworks at 10pm at Kyle Park in Tipp City. Presented by the City of Tipp City.
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Red, White & Baseball
July 5 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
DetailsFeaturing the Canal Jumpers and a Community Picnic Step back in time and celebrate America’s pastime during the Hometown Community Picnic featuring the Canal Jumpers on Sunday, July 5 beginning at 11:00 AM at City Park in Tipp City. This free family-friendly event is part of the America 250 celebration weekend and brings the community…
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Miami County America-250 Celebration
July 8 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
DetailsMiami County will host a Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, on the south side of the Miami County Courthouse. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. with food trucks and live music, followed by a program featuring community and state leaders, patriotic music, and ceremonial presentations. The evening’s…