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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?

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  • 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. Thanksgiving Eve BASH at Dunaways- November 26th 5pm Come out and pre-game Thanksgiving with some great food and great drinks! Enjoy great live music from Velvet Crush- Cincinnati’s premier dance band. Winesgiving, November 26 5pm-9pm Come out the night before Thanksgiving and enjoy dinner from Oh Boy Cafe and music by Mike Comstock Wednesday November 26th from 5:00pm-9:00pm. Twenty One Barrels will have

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  • If you’ve ever wished you could taste Ohio’s signature candy while exploring charming small towns and supporting local makers, we’ve got just the trail for you: the Ohio Buckeye Candy Trail. Discover the Sweet Side of Ohio! Created in collaboration with the Miami County Visitors & Convention Bureau and Tourism Ohio, this delicious journey showcases the best buckeye candies from top Ohio candy makers. Why is this trail so special? Buckeyes, the peanut butter and chocolate treats named after Ohio’s state tree, are a beloved tradition across our state. The trail offers a curated list of artisan chocolatiers and candy

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  • Christmas time is a wonderful season for gathering and celebrating the joy it brings to friends and family. Tipp City, proudly known as the Christmas capital of Miami County, warmly invites visitors and the local community to enjoy a variety of festive holiday events.  This year, Tipp City will be decorated with beautiful lights and decorations, creating a magical atmosphere perfect for families and friends. Come and visit as they host parades, holiday markets, and hospitality that capture the spirit of the Christmas season. Yultide Winters Gathering  If you are looking for holiday magic, plan to experience the Yuletide Winters

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  • It’s a Halloween Spooktacular Special on the Miami County Sweets & Spirits Trail! All prizes are now 30% off through November 3. Visit trail stops, earn points, and get prizes! Fall fun is in full swing, and what better way to celebrate than with an adventure along the Sweets & Spirits Trail?  With over 20 stops, this trail is a “must-do” for those with a sweet tooth and a thirst for exquisite beverages. And now, there’s even more reason to embark on this delicious journey, an exclusive sale that promises to make your experience even sweeter! Tier 1 Prize: Shot

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  • 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! Hometown Halloween in Troy Costumes take center stage at this annual event in downtown Troy on Saturday, Oct. 25. 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. Those participating in the costume contest should gather at

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  • In the immortal words of Tom Haverford and Donna Meagle from Parks & Recreation: “Treat. Yo. Self.” “Treat Yo’ Self Day” is an unofficial holiday celebrated annually on October 13th, originating from the TV show Parks and Recreation. It’s a day dedicated to self-care, indulgence, and pampering, where you can splurge on items and experiences that bring joy, like clothes, massages, fine foods, or mimosas. Once a year (or let’s be honest, maybe more), you deserve a day of doing exactly what you want—no guilt, no budgets, just vibes. And there’s no better place to do it than right here

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  • Celebrate all that Ohio distilleries have to offer on the Ohio Distillery Trail! Ohio distilleries make international award-winning whiskey, rum, gin, vodka, and more. Visit each distillery and check in to earn points. Redeem those points for prizes. Ohio distilleries offer tours, tastings, cocktail bars, full restaurants, and plenty of other experiences, meaning there is something for everyone on the Ohio Distillery Trail! Miami County Ohio, has two excellent distilleries featured on this trail, and dare we say we have the best distillery in Ohio! Hayner Distilling & Importing Inc Welcome to Hayner Distilling at 619 Lincoln Ave in Troy.

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  • Antiquing in Miami County

    September 18, 2025

    Let’s go antiquing through Miami County! Antiquing is a fun way to find new things, create new projects, and add a little character to your home. It is an art form to many people as they spend hours crafting their antiquing strategies and mapping out the best plans. We rounded up a few of the most unique spots in Miami County for antiquing. Around here, we are all about preserving the past while looking forward to the future. Midwest Memories Antiques is a vintage-inspired store, located in downtown Tipp City. With more than 100 dealers, this is the jackpot for design

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  • Get ready for another season of great concerts and entertaining shows! The 2025-2026 concert season has been announced for both the Arbogast Performing Arts Center and Hobart Arena. Hobart Arena Warrant– September 25 Aaron Lewis & The Stateliners– October 17 Joe Nichols– October 25 Loverboy– November 21 Blippi– November 22 *all doors open 1 hour prior to showtime* APAC Revisiting Creedence– September 27 An Evening With Matt Maher- September 30 David Phelps & Selah- October 19 American Ride– October 25 Sharpe Family Singers– November 9 The Texas Tenors– December 6 Christmas in The Air- December 14 The Gambler Returns– January 17, 2026

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  • MIAMI COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU CELEBRATES AMERICA250 WITH A NEW HISTORY PASS Check out the Prizes: Miami County History Trail_Prize Page_2025 Questions? Miami County History Trail_FAQ Page_2025 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! Over the next year+, through events, programming and projects, Miami County communities and organizations 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.

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