Butler County Events Calendar

Hundreds of Ohio festivals and events happen annually in Butler County. We guarantee that something fun and exciting will be happening during your upcoming trip.

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Nov 14 to Jan 4

Pyramid Hill Lights

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park turns into a magical winter wonderland right before your eyes. Bring your family to this award-winning 2-mile drive-thru light display this...

Nov 20 to Dec 30

Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion

Land of Illusion's enchanting Christmas Glow event shimmers brighter than ever with a promise of delightful moments for the entire family! As you embark on...

Nov 27 to Dec 31

Light Up Middletown

Tour the season's fantasyland of holiday lights at Smith Park in Middletown. Your journey begins with a tunnel of lights. This driving tour has an...

Mar 7 to Mar 8

Big Cheese Festival

Back for the first time in six years, Jungle Jim’s beloved Big Cheese Festival brings the best of cheese and charcuterie for fans to sample...

Jul 17 to Jul 18

Ohio Challenge Hot Air Balloon Festival

The Middletown hot air balloon festival, known as The Ohio Challenge, is one of Butler County's most unique festivals. The festival takes place in July...

Aug 6 to Aug 9

Voices of America Country Music Fest

Experience a gathering of country music's greatest legends for 4 days of live performances in West Chester and celebrate the region's rich history. The Voices...

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Nov 7 to Dec 24

Merry Market

Explore Middletown's indoor holiday marketplace, the Merry Market, designed to showcase small businesses, makers, and entrepreneurs throughout the holiday season. In the market, you will...

Nov 14 to Jan 4

Pyramid Hill Lights

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park turns into a magical winter wonderland right before your eyes. Bring your family to this award-winning 2-mile drive-thru light display this...

Nov 20 to Dec 30

Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion

Land of Illusion's enchanting Christmas Glow event shimmers brighter than ever with a promise of delightful moments for the entire family! As you embark on...

Nov 22 to Jan 5

Christmas StoryWalk Hike

Step into a winter wonderland with the Christmas StoryWalk Hike, a magical blend of outdoor adventure and holiday storytelling! Perfect for families, nature lovers, and...

Nov 27 to Dec 31

Light Up Middletown

Tour the season's fantasyland of holiday lights at Smith Park in Middletown. Your journey begins with a tunnel of lights. This driving tour has an...

Nov 28 to Dec 26

Liberty's Best Christmas Walk

Bring the whole family to experience this free Christmas walk display, a 1/4 mile path winding through Liberty's Best farm property. At the end of...

Dec 5 to Dec 21

Hamilton's Ornament Crawl

Join the ornament crawl to collect unique ornaments from local shops, and deck out your tree with unique ornaments found only in Hamilton!

Dec 15 to Dec 24

Holiday Train Display

All aboard! The Greater Cincinnati Modular Railroad Association will be returning to Liberty Center this holiday season with its model train display. Set up in...

Dec 19

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Dec 20

Blitzen Cookie Walk

Who doesn’t love Christmas cookies…. and cocktails?! Come get merry in Middletown at the annual Blitzen Cookie Walk! Eat and drink your way at the...

Dec 20

Skate with Santa

Santa Claus is coming to town and he's going to be skating at the Goggin Ice Center! Lace up your skates and hit the ice...

Dec 20

That's A Wrap!

This is your final chance to check off everything on your list, and the local shops are ready to help with plenty of unique stocking...

Dec 20

A Celtic Christmas

With a distinctive sound and a proud tradition of making Celtic music fun and accessible to any audience, the Tartan Terrors Christmas show is a...

Dec 20

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Spend your Saturday morning by exploring fresh, locally grown produce at the Oxford Farmers Market! Discover a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, along with...

Dec 21

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

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Dec 22

'Twas The Night Before Christmas with Santa

Join in on a fun, festive evening in the historic rotunda at the Lane Library! Enjoy a holiday craft, milk and cookies, and a special...

Dec 26

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Dec 27

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Spend your Saturday morning by exploring fresh, locally grown produce at the Oxford Farmers Market! Discover a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, along with...

Dec 27

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Dec 28

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Dec 31

DORA's Countdown to Midnight

Enjoy live music, local food, and craft beverages as you explore the vibrant streets and festivities leading up to the big countdown — where a...

Jan 2

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Jan 3

The Return of the King (Tribute to Elvis)

Experience the magic, music, and charisma of Elvis Presley like never before! The Return of The King takes you on a journey through the unforgettable...

Jan 3

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Jan 3

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Spend your Saturday morning by exploring fresh, locally grown produce at the Oxford Farmers Market! Discover a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, along with...

Jan 4

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Jan 8

Winter Blues Workshop

In this hands-on floral arranging workshop, the focus is on all things blue. One of Running on Bloom's floral designers will guide you through creating...

Jan 9

First Friday: Winter Warm Up

Bundle up and head downtown for the coziest First Friday event of the year! Winter Warm Up is all about seasonal sips and local shopping...

Jan 9

Public Skate

Enjoy ice skating at the Goggin Ice Center at Miami University. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate...

Jan 10

Chocolate Meltdown

Chocolate Meltdown brings in more than 1000 guests to enjoy vendor booths and tasting stations with samples and sales, children’s activities, a chocolate art exhibit...

Jan 10

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Spend your Saturday morning by exploring fresh, locally grown produce at the Oxford Farmers Market! Discover a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, along with...

Jan 10

Winter Hike Series

This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. These guided hikes will average...

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Butler County Events Calendar

Featured Events

Pyramid Hill Lights

Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion

Light Up Middletown

Big Cheese Festival

Ohio Challenge Hot Air Balloon Festival

Voices of America Country Music Fest

Events

Merry Market

Pyramid Hill Lights

Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion

Christmas StoryWalk Hike

Light Up Middletown

Liberty's Best Christmas Walk

Hamilton's Ornament Crawl

Holiday Train Display

Public Skate

Blitzen Cookie Walk

Skate with Santa

That's A Wrap!

A Celtic Christmas

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Public Skate

'Twas The Night Before Christmas with Santa

Public Skate

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Public Skate

Public Skate

DORA's Countdown to Midnight

Public Skate

The Return of the King (Tribute to Elvis)

Public Skate

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Public Skate

Winter Blues Workshop

First Friday: Winter Warm Up

Public Skate

Chocolate Meltdown

Oxford Farmers Market Uptown

Winter Hike Series

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