
| Oct 1 (Thu)
| Family Game Night at The Logan Theater From 5:00 to 7:00 PM Grab your favorite people and pick from our mix of awesome games for monthly game night! Donation based entry. For more information please email [email protected] Cost: Donation Phone: 740-385-3012 Location: Logan Theater, Inc., 88 East Main Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Oct 1 (Thu) Oct 2 (Fri) Oct 3 (Sat)
| Hocking Hills Annual Jeep Run Experience the 2026 Hocking Hills Jeep Run, featuring a scenic fall drive, fun stops, a 100-acre obstacle course, guided trail rides, off-road training, raffles, souvenirs and closing festivities, all supporting Rescue 101. https://discoveringhockinghills.com/events/jeeprun/ Early registration/check-In is Friday evening @ 3pm, and final registration/check-in is Saturday morning @ 7am. Event headquarters and registration will be at Campbell Cove RV Resort & Campground 30713 Lake Logan Rd, Logan, OH 43138 Cost: $60 Location: Campbell Cove RV Resort Campground, 30713 Lake Logan Rd, Logan Ohio (740-205-2024) Distance from Nelsonville: about 13 miles |
| Oct 1 (Thu)
| Beginner Archery - ODNR - Hocking Hills Join us at the archery range across from the campground office for a beginner's archery course. All equipment is provided. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 2:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M. Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 2 (Fri) Oct 3 (Sat) Oct 4 (Sun)
| Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival The inaugural Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival takes place October 2 - 4, 2026 on the Historic Nelsonville Public Square in Nelsonville, Ohio. This free, family friendly festival features Bigfoot and cryptid presentations, live music, food vendors, local makers and vendors, free childrens inflatables and rides, Appalachian culture, and special festival weekend attractions including the Hocking Valley Scenic Railways Bigfoot Spotting Express. Official festival information and schedule: NelsonvilleBigfootFestival.com Contact: nelsonvillebigfootfestival.com Location: Nelsonville Area Chamber of Commerce, 45 East Canal Street, Nelsonville Ohio (740-753-4346) In Town |
| Oct 2 (Fri) Oct 3 (Sat) Oct 4 (Sun)
| The Last Canal Boat Musical A musical based on Hocking County events The first live Theater Production in the newly renovated Logan Theater Phone: 740-385-3012 Location: Logan Theater, Inc., 88 East Main Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Oct 3 (Sat)
| Oktoberfest at Brewery 33 Brewery 33 will be hosting Oktoberfest. German beer, food and music all day. 12:00 - 10:00 P.M. Cost: Free Location: Brewery 33, 12684 College Prospect Drive, Logan Ohio (7403856033) Distance from Nelsonville: about 13 miles |
| Oct 3 (Sat)
| Live Music at Valley View Hills Winery LIVE Music with Austin Riffe 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Cost: Free Location: Valley View Hills Winery, 29176 Klump Rd, Sugar Grove Ohio (740-746-8704) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 3 (Sat) Oct 4 (Sun)
| The Hocking Hills Craft Show Fall Fest The Hocking Hills Craft Show Fall Fest A Celebration of Artisans, Food, and Music Presented by Success University Inc. This two day extravaganza brings together the region's finest artisans and crafters in a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and local flavor. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. https://thehockinghillscraftshow.com/ 20374 Clay Lick Road Logan, Ohio 43138 Cost: $5 Phone: 614 522 9557 Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Oct 4 (Sun)
| Harvest CRUSH Party at Valley View Hills Winery Join us for our first Harvest CRUSH Party! From 12:00 - 8:00 PM Experience the fun of grape crushing, the interactive process of wine making from our winemaker with Q & A, enjoy wine tastings, exclusive barrel signing, behind the scenes tours, commemorative glass, glass of wine, charcuterie boards, games and more. It's the perfect chance to mingle, celebrate the harvest, and dive into the winemaking magic. Live concert from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Gather your friends and come crush it with us! Note the kitchen will be closed and Food Trucks will be present for guests https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998905414905?aff=oddtdtcreator Cost: $44.52 Location: Valley View Hills Winery, 29176 Klump Rd, Sugar Grove Ohio (740-746-8704) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 4 (Sun)
| Tracks and Scat - ODNR Join us to learn different ways critters leave their marks behind! Meet at the Hocking Hills Lodge. From 2:00 - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (800282-7275) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 4 (Sun)
| Intro Birding - ODNR 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Come down for a short walk down to our bird blind and learn some common birds and how to ID them and their calls. Bring binoculars if you have them, we can provide just a few pairs! Parking off Evans rd. or at coordinates 39.548670, - 82.475659. Cost: Free Location: Lake Logan State Park, State Route 278 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6842) Distance from Nelsonville: about 14 miles |
| Oct 6 (Tue)
| Old Mans Cave Hike - ODNR Join us for a one-mile hike through Old Mans Cave. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 10 (Sat) | Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! Meet at Hocking Hills State Park Lodge. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-698-0165) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 10 (Sat)
| Grandma Gatewood Fall Colors Hike Join us for our seasonal fall colors hike and take in the scenery along the Grandma Gatewood trail. We will be hiking roughly 6 miles on this trail from Old Mans Cave to Cedar Falls and back. This hike is rated difficult, please dress for the weather and terrain. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 10 (Sat)
| Hocking County Farmers Market 2026 Hocking County Farmers Market from 9 AM - 12 PM on the 2nd Saturday of each month, May-Oct happening in the courthouse parking lot on Main Street!! Come out and support your local farmers, bakers, crafters and small town businesses! Do not forget to stop by all the wonderful brick and mortar stores you are so close to! 9AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Oct 11 (Sun)
| Live Music at Hocking Hills Winery Join us at 2:00 P.M. for an evening of music by Ethan Timm at Hocking Hills Winery! Sip on our award winning wines, whether by the glass or bottle, and enjoy delicious charcuterie boards, shareable salads, and pizza in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. It is the perfect way to unwind, no reservations needed. See you there! Cost: Free Phone: 7403857117 Location: Hocking Hills Winery, 30402 Freeman Road, Logan Ohio (740-385-7117) Distance from Nelsonville: about 12 miles |
| Oct 13 (Tue)
| Old Mans Cave Hike - ODNR Join us for a one-mile hike through Old Mans Cave. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 14 (Wed)
| Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! 2nd floor of the Visitor Center by the Naturalist desk. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 15 (Thu)
| Beginner Archery - ODNR - Hocking Hills Join us at the archery range across from the campground office for a beginner's archery course. All equipment is provided. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 2:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M. Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 15 (Thu) thru Nov 14 (Sat)
| 2026 Can Do Creations at The Bowen House The 2026 CAN DO Creations Fall Showcase celebrates artwork by Opening Reception: October 15 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Exhibit Hours until November 14: Thursday to Sunday 2:00 to 5:00 PM Hocking Valley Industries artists. Visit The Bowen House to experience the exhibit and shop original creations that make great gifts. Cost: Free Location: Bowen House, 196 North Market, Logan Ohio (740-385-0344) Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Oct 18 (Sun)
| Tracks and Scat - ODNR Join us to learn different ways critters leave their marks behind! Meet at the Hocking Hills Lodge. From 2:00 - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (800282-7275) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 20 (Tue)
| Old Mans Cave Hike - ODNR Join us for a one-mile hike through Old Mans Cave. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 23 (Fri)
| Halloween Bash - ODNR Join us at the Visitor Center Come enjoy spooky movie music with the Hocking Valley Community Orchestra during our Halloween Bash with treats and fun stations! 6:00 - 8:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 24 (Sat)
| Halloween at Hocking Hills Campground - ODNR Hocking Hills State Park Campground 1:00 - 4:00 PM Open to Campers only Calling campers to join us for our annual campground Halloween event with craft stations, archery and music! Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 24 (Sat)
| Have a Cigar Tribute Band at The Logan Theater Join us from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Have A Cigar is a premier Pink Floyd tribute experience dedicated to authentically recreating the sound, energy, and immersive atmosphere of Pink Floyds most iconic live performances. Pricing is based on seat location. For more information please email [email protected] Cost: $18 - $38 Phone: 740-385-3012 Location: Logan Theater, Inc., 88 East Main Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Oct 27 (Tue)
| Old Mans Cave Hike - ODNR Join us for a one-mile hike through Old Mans Cave. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 28 (Wed)
| Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! 2nd floor of the Visitor Center by the Naturalist desk. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 29 (Thu)
| Beginner Archery - ODNR - Hocking Hills Join us at the archery range across from the campground office for a beginner's archery course. All equipment is provided. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 2:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M. Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Oct 30 (Fri)
| Recycled Paper - ODNR Did you know you can recycle paper at home? Come do it here at Hocking Hills! Join us at Hocking Hills Visitor Center Old Mans Cave from 2:00 - 3:00 PM Please be aware that you will have to take your paper home wet and allow it to dry. Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Nov 4 (Wed)
| Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! 2nd floor of the Visitor Center by the Naturalist desk. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Nov 7 (Sat) Nov 8 (Sun)
| Hocking Valley Steam Special Ride behind an authentic 1920 coal-fired steam locomotive through the historic Hocking Valley to East Logan and return on this family friendly ride. Currently, we have Steam Specials scheduled for 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Nov. 7-8. Space is limited and advance purchase is recommended! Restored in 2015, 0 6 0 No. 3 is a treat for anyone interested in trains or history in general. Tickets start at $21 through $30. Disclaimer: Due to the nature of operating historic equipment, motive power is subject to change without advance notice. No refunds. Cost: $21 - $30 Location: Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 W. Canal Street, Nelsonville Ohio (740-753-9531) In Town |
| Nov 8 (Sun)
| Intro Birding - ODNR 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Come down for a short walk down to our bird blind and learn some common birds and how to ID them and their calls. Bring binoculars if you have them, we can provide just a few pairs! Parking off Evans rd. or at coordinates 39.548670, - 82.475659. Cost: Free Location: Lake Logan State Park, State Route 278 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6842) Distance from Nelsonville: about 14 miles |
| Nov 11 (Wed)
| Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! 2nd floor of the Visitor Center by the Naturalist desk. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Nov 13 (Fri)
| Recycled Paper - ODNR Did you know you can recycle paper at home? Come do it here at Hocking Hills! Join us at Hocking Hills Visitor Center Old Mans Cave from 2:00 - 3:00 PM Please be aware that you will have to take your paper home wet and allow it to dry. Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Nov 18 (Wed)
| Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! 2nd floor of the Visitor Center by the Naturalist desk. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Nov 25 (Wed)
| Creature Feature - ODNR Learn about one or more of our native Ohio creatures and how they can relate to us! 2nd floor of the Visitor Center by the Naturalist desk. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
| Dec 3 (Thu)
| Family Game Night at The Logan Theater Grab your favorite people and pick from our mix of awesome games for monthly game night! Donation based entry. From 5:00 to 7:00 PM For more information please email [email protected] Cost: Donation Phone: 740-385-3012 Location: Logan Theater, Inc., 88 East Main Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Dec 5 (Sat)
| Downtown Logan Christmas Parade Join us for a Christmas Parade! See Santa and cheer on your favorite parade entry! Parade begins at the Fairgrounds, ends at W. Hunter Street and State Route 664 intersection. Line up starts at 9:00 a.m. Parade begins at 12:00 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles |
| Dec 12 (Sat)
| Christmas In Ash Cave Come celebrate this seasons holidays with a festive night in Ash Cave with holiday crafts, music, cookies and hot cocoa, and special guest: Santa Clause! 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Ash Cave, State Route 56, South Bloomingville Ohio (740-385-6842) Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles |
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