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Piqua Farmer's Market
2026-09-17 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-24 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-01 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-08 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Piqua, 326 N Main St., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
The Piqua Community Farmer’s Market is back and better than ever for 2026! Held in the heart of downtown Piqua, this beloved tradition brings together local farmers, artisans, and residents to celebrate fresh, locally sourced food and handcrafted goods. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a first-time visitor, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
When and Where
The Farmer’s Market takes place every Thursday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, running from May 28 through October 8. You’ll find us on High Street between Main and Market Streets, surrounded by the charm of downtown Piqua’s historic buildings.
What to Expect
This year’s market features:

Fresh Produce: Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables grown by local farmers. From sweet strawberries in early summer to crisp apples in the fall, the market offers an ever-changing selection of the freshest produce.
Artisan Goods: Discover unique, handmade items from talented artisans. You’ll find pottery, jewelry, candles, and more—perfect for gifts or treating yourself.
Baked Treats and Prepared Foods: Indulge in fresh-baked bread, pastries, and ready-to-eat meals made with love by local vendors.

Rock Piqua! Food Truck & Music Fest
2026-09-19 | Lock 9 Park – Trevino Performance Pavilion, 125 East Water Street, Piqua, 45356, United States
FREE concert series | September 19, 2026 | Lock 9 Pavilion
America’s 250th anniversary, known as America250, commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, marking 250 years of U.S. independence. Rock Piqua will be turning back time by celebrating music throughout the decades!

Downtown Piqua Chocolate Walk
2026-09-25 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Piqua, 326 N Main St., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Spend a delightful evening visiting over 20 downtown Piqua businesses to pick up a variety of chocolate treats. This is a ticketed event.
Visit www.mainstreetpiqua.com for more information.

Mum Festival Cruise In
2026-09-25 16:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Tipp City, 6 South 3rd St., Tipp City, OH, 45371, United States
What: The 32nd Annual Antique and Show Car Cruise-In.
When: Friday, September 25th from 4pm-10pm
Why you should go: This is one of the biggest car shows in the area and the largest festival car show in Ohio.
What will you see: Hundreds of classic cars, muscle cars, and sportsters from every era of the automobile. Prepare to be impressed, and come hungry as the downtown venue will feature food trucks, sidewalk vendors as well as sit down eating within Tipp City’s famed restaurants.

Tipp City Mum Fest
2026-09-26 - 2026-09-27 | Tipp City Community Park, 225 Parkwood Drive, Tipp City, OH, 45371, United States
The Tipp City Mum Festival is full of activities, vendors, entertainment, arts & crafts, great food and of course, MUMS!
The Mum Festival Antique and Show Car Cruise-In packs the historic downtown area with hundreds of quality and unique vehicles for the largest festival car show in the state.
Our Saturday morning parade still draws spectators near and far with bands, floats, clowns and entertainment. That’s not all – for two days the City Park turns into the festival grounds with something for everyone!

Under the Spinner’s Moon
2026-09-26 - 2026-09-27 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Learn how fiber was worked to be turned into fabrics, knits, and more in times gone by at Johnston Farm & Indian Agency
Boat rides 12:30 & 2:30 pm. Cost: $10 public, members FREE.
Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday 11am-4pm

Autumn Evenings on the Farm
2026-10-03 13:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-10 13:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-24 13:00 - 19:00 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Johnston Farm & Indian Agency will be open select Saturdays in October to enjoy Autumn activities – wagon rides, Johnston House tours & a hearth-cooked treat, and more! Boat Ride 2:30 pm.
Cost: $10 per person, members and Kids 5 & under FREE.

Food Truck Rally at The Exchange
2026-10-04 11:00 - 18:00 | The Exchange, 210 West High St, Pleasant Hill, OH, 45359, United States
October 4, 2026
11AM-6 PM
Let’s eat!
Try some amazing food trucks and hang in the yard
Free axe throwing
Free yard games

In Freedom’s Name: Stories of Service from the Johnston Cemetery
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-10 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
October 9th and 10th.
5:00 & 7:00
Cost: $10 per person, OHC & Friends FREE
Maximum 30 per tour
Set among the stones of the Johnston Cemetery, In Freedom’s Name reflects on lives of service and the lasting meaning of freedom in America’s story.
Call 937-773-2522 or email info@johnstonfarmohio.com
Location: Johnston Cemetery 9480 OH-66, Piqua, OH 45356

Dining with the Dead – An Irish Farewell
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-10 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Join us at Johnston Farm & Indian Agency for a program rooted in Irish farewell traditions, where food, music, and games honor those who came before us.
Cost: $25 public, members $20, Registration Required.
Time: 1pm & 3pm

Founders Park Grand Opening
2026-10-10 | Downtown West Milton, 5 North Miami St., West Milton, OH, 45383, United States
Join us for a community celebration for the Grand Opening of Founders Park in West Milton.
The celebration will include trail walks to the founders’ cemetery, engaging storytelling, food trucks, and a movie night under the stars featuring the movie Hocus Pocus!
This event is hosted by Project Revival of West Milton.

Fall Farm Fest
2026-10-10 - 2026-10-11 | Lost Creek Reserve, 2385 OH-41, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Fall Farm Fest
Lost Creek Reserve & Knoop Agricultural Heritage Center
2385 E. State Route 41, Troy
Amidst the tree-lined lanes and colorful foliage at Lost Creek Reserve, we will host our biggest event of the year, Fall Farm Fest. On October 11th and 12th the historic Knoop homestead at the Reserve will be transformed into a hub of activity. Over the two-day festival, thousands of people will join in on the fun to celebrate Miami County’s agricultural heritage.
General admission is free but there are charges for pumpkins, pony rides and corn maze/shooter.
We hope to see you at Lost Creek Reserve, you won’t want to miss this event!

2nd Saturday Vendor Show
2026-10-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Piqua Center, 987 E. Ash St, Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Join us for our 2nd Saturday Vendor Events! —a monthly celebration of small businesses, shopping, and fun!
10:00AM-5:00PM
Explore 30+ vendors and discover unique finds while supporting local businesses.
Where? Piqua Center Cost? FREE!
Mark your calendars, and don’t miss it!

Historic Market Faire at Johnston Farm
2026-10-17 10:00 - 2026-10-18 17:00 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Step into 18th Century Ohio to witness artists and craftsman demonstrating their trades. Authentic items for sale, crafts for kids, and food vendors on hand. Admission TBA

Piqua Harvest Fest
2026-10-17 12:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Piqua, 326 N Main St., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Old-fashioned fall fun in downtown Piqua.
Who’s ready for Harvest Days this year! This year features big games, pumpkin bowling, corn pit for the littles, pet parade and costume contest, face painting, live music, craft fair, food trucks – and great specials and one-of-a-kind items from local retailers and restaurants! Hope to see you all there in October

Declaration of Independence: Lesser Known Signers
2026-11-11 11:00 - 13:30 | YWCA, 418 N. Wayne St., Piqua, 45356, United States
Don’t miss this interesting America 250 event at YWCA Piqua where we will learn about the lesser-known signers of the Declaration of Independence. Of the 56 delegates who signed America’s historical document, most people can probably only name maybe five of those who signed the Declaration of Independence.
Join us to hear Steven J. Kaplan, SAR 2025 President, speak about the lesser known signers and the significant things they brought to the table on Nov.11, beginning at 11 a.m. Then promptly at noon, lunch will be served for only $8 at YWCA Piqua, located at 418 N. Wayne St., Piqua. Call YWCA at 937-773-6626 to RSVP by 5 p.m. on the previous Monday, Nov. 9.

A Yuletide Winter's Gathering
2026-11-13 - 2026-11-15 | Downtown Tipp City, 6 South 3rd St., Tipp City, OH, 45371, United States
The perfect start to the Holiday Season awaits you in Historic Downtown Tipp City where the shopkeepers warmly invite you to their open house.
Don’t miss the visit by Santa, strolling carolers, musicians and carriage rides. This is indeed, one of the best communities to visit before the holidays to shop for wonderfully unique gifts and collectibles!
This event is a traditional shopkeeper’s open house that kicks off the holiday shopping season. Visitors will be delighted to find a festive atmosphere complete with sparkling storefronts, carriage rides, and pictures with Santa. Enjoy finding unique gifts, holiday décor, and much more from downtown merchants, along with our many enticing restaurants.
For more information, please visit www.downtowntippcity.org or www.facebook.com/yuletidewintersgathering.
Friday and Saturday 10a-6p and Sunday 12p-4p

Piqua’s Magical Illumination
2026-11-14 18:30 - 19:00 | Downtown Piqua, 326 N Main St., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Before the Holiday Horse Parade, join us downtown for the lighting of the holiday decorations.This year’s downtown decorations have been carefully curated to bring a festive feeling to our unique and historic downtown.Gather around the Christmas Tree as we count down to Piqua’s Magical Illumination.The lighting may be viewed from McCulloch Square and in front of the Fort Piqua Plaza entrance (308 N. Main Street)Grab a bite to eat from one of our fabulous downtown restaurants or one of these fine food trucks before the lighting, then stay for the famous Downtown Holiday Horse Parade!

Piqua's Holiday Horse Parade
2026-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Piqua, 326 N Main St., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Join us in downtown Piqua for this wonderful holiday event!
Imagine horse-drawn carriages, hitches and riders, all outfitted with Holiday Lights, making their way down Main Street. Christmas banners and decorated street trees will create an amazing backdrop for this dazzlingly fun family-friendly event.
Call 937-773-9355 for more information.

Holiday Wreath Workshop at Johnston Farm
2026-11-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Make your own holiday wreath with live greenery. Loads of fun for family and friends! Materials included. Cost: $40 public, $30 members, Registration Required.

An 1815 Johnston Christmas
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-05 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Step back in time to experience Christmas in 1815 as the Johnston family once did. Includes dinner, tour, and program.
Cost: $75 public, $65 members, RESERVATION EVENT.
Contact us at 937-773-2522, 800-752-2619, or sitemanager@johnstonfarmohio.com to place your reservation.
Seatings at 4pm or 7pm

Christmas on the Green
2026-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Piqua, 326 N Main St., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Community caroling, horse-drawn carriage rides, children’s activities, and live entertainment make this family-oriented holiday celebration a “must do” on many calendars. Stop in and visit downtown Piqua’s many stores to choose the perfect gift for your loved one.

PRG Small Town Christmas at The Exchange
2026-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 | The Exchange, 210 West High St, Pleasant Hill, OH, 45359, United States
December 4, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM

Miami County’s very own Hallmark Christmas
The Pink Parade starts at 6

Then hang at The Exchange
Visit Santa & Mrs Claus
Enjoy hanging in the igloos
Let the kids enjoy the kids village with crafts and help decorate the lifesize gingerbread house
Adult crafts
Fire pits and s’mores
Bounce House filled with snowballs
Live music
Amazing Local Coffee & Cream menu filled with drinks & treats
Shopping
Food trucks
Photo ops

Brukner Nature Center Arts & Crafts Show
2026-12-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Brukner Nature Center, 5995 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Don’t miss Brukner Nature Center’s annual Winter Arts & Crafts Show, a Miami Valley holiday tradition for over 30 years! Come discover hundreds of one-of-a-kind handmade items created by talented local artisans! Bring the whole family and explore the wildlife exhibits, take a hike through the woodlands and birdwatch in our 3rd story Tree-top Vista then relax with a cup of bird-friendly coffee and a piece of homemade pie!
Embrace the season of giving and support our mission by purchasing raffle tickets for a chance to win a treasure donated by the artisans. Drawings will take place several times throughout the day and you do not need to be present to win. All proceeds from this event benefit our wildlife programs. Free and open to the public! (Please carpool!)
