Absolutely Ashland County!
What makes us Absolutely Ashland County? There’s something for everyone. We offer fun, inviting events and attractions to satisfy each member of the family…wrapped up in a warm and beautiful package that is Ashland County.
The city of Ashland has become a well-respected center for the arts, beginning with Ashland University. The Hugo Young Theatre on the Ashland University campus hosts world-renowned speakers, as well as top-notch musicians and plays. On campus, explore the museums, art galleries, and beautiful gardens.
The city of Ashland is well known for its Parks and Recreation facilities – hosting many softball, golf, tennis, and soccer tournaments. In fact, there are seven parks in all, with activities for young and old – including the challenging Brookside Golf Course.
In June, Ashland hosts Chautauqua, where you’ll encounter history through first person historical portrayals. Trained actor/scholars assume the character of historical figures and present living history performances in the open air surroundings of the Myers Memorial Bandshell.
BalloonFest, one of Ashland’s premier events, is held every year close to the 4th of July weekend. Balloonists come from all over the country to participate. The Balloon Glow, music, and stage performances, along with balloon races, make for a fun-filled weekend. Some other summer events include ice cream socials, motorcycle races, classic car shows, an antique tractor and engine show, farmers markets and a multitude of horse shows and sales.
The Myers Memorial Bandshell comes alive in the summer with a variety of musical acts, highlighted by the Ashland Symphony. Ashland is also home to the Ashland Regional Ballet and Opus II Dance Studio.
There is no better way to enjoy the Fall than to pick your own pumpkin, make your way through a corn maze, or have a frightfully good time in a haunted corn maze – and you can do it all at Honey Haven Farms. Winter is festive in Ashland, with a holiday parade, Ashland County Historical Society’s Candlelight Open House, and Ashland University’s Madrigal Feaste and Festival of Lights.
Shopping enthusiasts will love Ashland’s stores, from nationally recognized chains to wonderful specialty shops scattered throughout the area. Take a stroll through downtown Ashland where you’ll find unique gourmet gifts, antiques, something sweet or salty, furniture and more. Outdoorsmen from across the Midwest flock to Fin, Feather, Fur Outfitters. This hunting and fishing superstore carries one of Ohio’s largest selections of outdoor gear under one roof. Next door you’ll find Grandpa’s Cheesebarn and Village featuring Sweeties Jumbo Chocolates, home of delicious handmade chocolates. Shop at the Cheesebarn for Grandpa’s favorite summer sausage and over 70 varieties of cheese. You’ll find plenty of dining options too. Ashland’s restaurants satisfy a wide range of tastes from fast food, to ethnic, to family dining.
We invite you to take a walking tour of our Center Street Historical District and visit the Ashland County Historical Museum. Just a short drive from downtown Ashland, in Hayesville, you’ll discover a turn-of-the-century opera house. The Lincoln Highway, America’s first coast-to-coast rock highway, runs through Ashland and has been designated a State Historic Byway. These are wonderful representations of our area heritage.
The Ashland County Park District conserves natural areas of forest, woodland, farm, and 
fields for the enjoyment of the people and to promote multiple uses for these areas, including: hiking, walking, biking, hunting, fishing, bird watching and other outdoor pursuits. Byers Woods, Crall Woods, and River Walk Natural Area are just a few of the parks that are under the care of the Park District.
Whether you’re interested in exciting events, a relaxing family outing, or a day of shopping and dining, Ashland County is a great place to make your next trip memorable.
October
13 Classic Movie Night Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
15 Evening Book Discussion Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
16-17 AU Theatre: Equus Hugo Young Theatre
7:30pm Admission (419-289-5125) www.ashland.edu
16-18 Historical Dinner Theatre Malabar Farm
5pm $30 (419-892-2784) www.malabarfarm.org
17-18 Fall Foliage Drive-Yourself Tour Mohican State Park
(877-2MOHICAN) www.loudonville-mohican.com
18 Fall Choral Concert AU Memorial Chapel
4pm (419-289-5950) www.ashland.edu
23-24 Haflinger Horse Sale Ashland County Fairgrounds
(419-289-0466) www.ashlandcountyfair.com
23-25 Historical Dinner Theatre Malabar Farm
5pm $30 (419-892-2784) www.malabarfarm.org
24 Bird Walk Byers Woods
9am-11am (419-289-2626) www.gmasohio.org
24 7th Annual One-Stop Shopping Event Ashland Senior Center
9am-3pm (419-289-7745)
24 Fall Craft Show Osborn School
10am-4pm (419-289-7964)
24 AU Football vs. Grand Valley State New Stadium on Broad Street
1pm Admission (419-289-5447) www.ashland.edu
24 Ashland Symphony Orchestra AU Memorial Chapel
8pm (419-289-5115) www.ashlandsymphony.org
27 AU Jazz Orchestra Eagles Nest
7:30pm (419-289-5134) www.ashland.edu
29 Trick or Treat Night Ashland
6pm-7pm (419-289-8622)
31 AU Football vs. Indianapolis New Stadium on Broad Street
1pm Admission (419-289-5447) www.ashland.edu
31 Harvest Barn Dance Malabar Farm
7pm-10pm (419-892-2784) www.malabarfarm.org
November
7-8 Hearthside Cooking Workshop Malabar Farm
10am $30 fee (419-892-2784) www.malabarfarm.org
10 Classic Movie Night Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
12-15 AU Theatre: Measure for Measure Studio Theatre
7:30pm; 2pm Sun Admission (419-289-5125) www.ashland.edu
13 Swiss Steak Dinner Ashland Senior Center
4pm-6pm $7 (419-289-7745)
14-15 Hearthside Cooking Workshop Malabar Farm
10am $30 fee (419-892-2784) www.malabarfarm.org
19 Evening Book Discussion Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
21 Used Book Sale Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
19-21 AU Theatre: Measure for Measure Studio Theatre
7:30pm Admission (419-289-5125) www.ashland.edu
22 Festival of Lights AU Memorial Chapel
7pm (419-289-5950) www.ashland.edu
23 Jazz/Wind Ensemble Hugo Young Theatre
7:30pm (419-289-5134) www.ashland.edu
27 Choose & Harvest Christmas Trees Sugargrove Tree Farm
9am-5pm (11am-4pm, Sun) (800-589-6145)
28 Bird Walk Byers Woods
9am-11am (419-289-2626) www.gmasohio.org
29 Ashland Symphony Holiday Pops McDowell Auditorium
7pm Admission (419-289-5115) www.ashlandsymphony.org
December
1 Ashland Area Community Concert Band Hugo Young Theatre
7:30pm (419-289-5950) www.ashland.edu
2 Choose & Harvest Christmas Trees Sugargrove Tree Farm
12pm-5pm Wed-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 11am-4pm Sun (800-589-6145)
2-6 Madrigal Feaste Redwood Hall
6:30pm Admission (419-289-5950) www.ashland.edu
4 Candle Light Christmas Walk Downtown Loudonville
(419-994-4789) www.loudonville-mohican.com
4-6 Holiday Shop Hop Downtown Loudonville
(419-994-4789) www.loudonville-mohican.com
5 TubaChristmas Hugo Young Theatre
12pm (419-289-5134) www.ashland.edu
5 Christmas Parade Downtown Loudonville
(419-994-4789) www.loudonville-mohican.com
5 AU Theatre: Cinderella Confidential Studio Theatre
3pm (419-289-5125) www.ashland.edu
5 Red Cross Holiday Extravaganza Ashland County Fairgrounds
10am-6pm (419-289-3535)
5 Holiday Parade Downtown Ashland
6pm (419-524-8151)
8 Classic Movie Night Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
9 Choose & Harvest Christmas Trees Sugargrove Tree Farm
12pm-5pm Wed-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 11am-4pm Sun (800-589-6145)
10-13 Candlelight Christmas Tours Malabar Farm
5pm-9pm (11am-5pm, Sun) $5 (419-892-2784) www.malabarfarm.org
11 Swiss Steak Dinner Ashland Senior Center
4pm-6pm $7 (419-289-7745)
12 Bird Walk Malabar Farm
9am-11am (419-289-2626) www.gmasohio.org
12-13 ARB in The Nutcracker Hugo Young Theatre
2pm & 7:30pm (2pm, Sun) Admission (419-289-5125) www.ashlandregionalballet.org
16 Choose & Harvest Christmas Trees Sugargrove Tree Farm
12pm-5pm Wed-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 11am-4pm Sun (800-589-6145)
17 Evening Book Discussion Ashland Public Library
6:30pm (419-289-8188) www.ashland.lib.oh.us
Putting on an event or know of something exciting coming up? Please submit information to: Amy Daubenspeck, Ashland Area CVB
211 Claremont Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805
For updated event and contact information, visit our website: www.visitashlandohio.com
Phone: 419-281-4584 or Toll Free: 877-581-2345
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