fbpx

Blog

Here at the Miami County Visitors Bureau, we have been blogging about our area for years. And, more importantly, we continue to ask our residents and visitors to blog about their experiences throughout our historic towns as well. For example… did you know that we are part of the longest paved trail system in the country?

Categories

  • Shop the day away this Shop Small Saturday in Miami County! Find the perfect dress, comfy sweatshirt, pants for that special occasion, and more with the Miami County Boutique Trail! This trail lists all the great clothing boutiques throughout Miami County by city. Some boutiques have offered discounts or promotions for those participating in the trail, as listed on the brochure. To receive these you must show either a digital or physical copy of the Miami County Boutique Trail brochure to a sales associate (discounts are subject to change and exclusions may apply). Pick up a physical copy at a participating boutique

    Read More

  • Coming to Miami County for Thanksgiving to visit with family and friends? Looking for a fun place or event to meet up and celebrate? Look no further. Enjoy this list of events and gatherings all weekend long. WinesGiving at Twenty One Barrels, November 22nd 6pm-9pm- Come out the night before Thanksgiving and enjoy dinner from What the Taco and music by Mike Comstock Wednesday November 22nd from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Twenty One Barrels will also be open Saturday November 25th for your post Thanksgiving hang out. Twenty One Barrels will also be open Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving with food trucks, wine,

    Read More

  • Miami County is the perfect place to visit during the holiday season. Whether you are searching for festive music, unique gift ideas, holiday lights, or memorable Christmas experiences, the area has got it all covered. From Christmas parades to light displays, from tastes of Christmases past to musical performances, and from unique shopping experiences to much more, Miami County has many exciting events lined up for this festive season. Keep reading for some of our top picks for Christmas happenings in Miami County. Attend Family-Friendly Christmas Parades and Light Displays The holiday season begins with Piqua’s Holiday Horse Parade on

    Read More

  • With the weather getting colder, it’s time to look for indoor activities to keep warm. Look no further than Miami County! Golf Simulator at Long Shots -Troy Long Shot’s indoor golf simulator offers a fun and interactive way to play golf regardless of the weather. It features a wide variety of courses from around the world, and is is available for groups, events, corporate outings, parties, or just to keep your swing in shape! Open Tuesday-Sunday, reservations for simulator are required. Ice or Roller Skating  Looking for something to get you moving and out of the house in this cold

    Read More

  • Four Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Miami County Creative costumes, candy and crisp autumn air are some of the hallmarks of Halloween—and you’ll find them all in Miami County. Several family-friendly events are planned for Halloween weekend. Hometown Halloween in Troy Costumes take center stage at this annual event in downtown Troy on Saturday, Oct. 28. The popular Hometown Halloween features a costume contest, costume parade and trick or treating. Hosted by the Troy Noon Optimists, the costume contest includes categories of best family costume, best pet costume and best costume for age groups, 0-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 and 9-11.

    Read More

  • Have you signed up for the Miami County Sweets & Spirits Trail? Now is the time! Check out just a few of the great stops on the trail below. Sign up HERE today! For more info on the trail check out our Sweets & Spirits Blog.

    Read More

  • 2024 Solar Eclipse

    September 28, 2023

    On Monday, April 8, 2024, Ohio residents and visitors will be able to experience something that won’t happen in Ohio again until 2099 – a total solar eclipse. A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the Sun. The last one visible in Ohio occurred in 1806 making this a once-in-a-lifetime event! 31 million people will be in the path of totality which travels through Mexico, 13 U.S. states, and Eastern Canada and will last about 3 ½ minutes in Miami County. It is common for people to travel hundreds of miles

    Read More

  • Looking for unique exhibits to explore in Miami County? Look no further. Checkout these free historic and fine art exhibits year round at Troy-Hayner Cultural Center! Western Ohio Watercolor Society: August 25- October 15, 2023 Visit the Western Ohio Watercolor Society 2023 Members’ Show. 89 paintings by 34 artists. Christmas Celebrations: December 3, 2023 – January 7, 2024 Over 20 decorators will re-envision and re-do every room and hall with a twinkling, sparkling, fantastic trove of decor ideas filling every corner of the three-story mansion. The 2023 decor is themed “Christmas Celebrations.” Glass: Versatile & Timeless: January 12– February 11,

    Read More

  • Get ready for a season of great concerts and entertaining shows! The 2023-2024 concert season has been announced for both the Arbogast Performing Arts Center and Hobart Arena. Hobart Arena Antioch Shrine Circus– September 29th @ 7:00pm, September 30th @11:00am & 6:00pm, October 1st @ 2:00pm Alice Cooper– October 10th @ 8:00pm Laugh Fest– November 4th @ 7:30pm American Girl Live! – December 8th @ 7:30pm *all doors open 1 hour prior to showtime* APAC The Music of ABBA– September 23rd @ 7:00pm The Doo Wop Project– October 7th @ 7:00pm Amy Grant– October 21st @ 7:30pm West Side Story–

    Read More

  • WACO 100th Anniversary

    September 7, 2023

     In 1923, WACO Aircraft moved to Troy from Medina, OH. This was the Golden Age of Aviation. After moving to Troy, WACO became the number one manufacturer of civil aircraft in the United States and remained in that spot until shortly before World War II.  During WWII WACO employed 3,000 people and was the largest employer in a five-county area. Often entire families worked for WACO. WACO was and continues to be very important to this area. Today, WACO offers adventure as one of the few places someone can fly in an open cock-pit biplane! WACO has an educational facility

    Read More