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May 2 (Thu)

Cantwell Cliffs

Join us for a challenging climb through the cliffs. We will be on the lookout for any wildflowers and waterfalls. Join us at the Cantwell Cliffs parking lot for a 2 mile hike. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Cantwell Cliffs, State Route 374, Logan Ohio (740.385.6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 19 miles
May 2 (Thu)
May 3 (Fri)
May 4 (Sat)
May 5 (Sun)

Urban Air Wake Up Downtown

Logans historic downtown streets will be car-free, making way for Airstreams and a lively pedestrian mall. Our mission: "Wake Up Downtown" with live music, restaurants, Airstream experts, factory tours, and more!

Cost: Free

Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 3 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Larry Elefante lives in a storyline of Outlaw Country tunes & Back Porch grooves, meandering through story time with both hyperbole and bittersweet honesty. Starts at 7pm Cover: $5 Free Camping

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 3 (Fri)

Lots and Lots of Galaxies

On May evenings, observers on the surface of the Earth can look out towards deep space. With the Milky Way out of the way, we can appreciate the vast realm of the galaxies - faint, fuzzy, and far, far away. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over the estimated end time. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 830PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 3 (Fri)

Fossil Hunt

Did you know that Ohio is home to some pretty unique fossils? Come learn about the ancient critters who called Ohio home and hunt for them around the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. Meet us at the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 4 (Sat)

Rock This Way live at Hunter Street Saloon

QFM96 House Band, Rock This Way, will be performing live at Hunter Street Saloon in Logan. Theme Party: May The Fourth Be With You... Star Wars 21+ Event - Must Have Valid Id 9pm

Cost: $5 Cover

Location: Hunter Street Saloon, 855 West Hunter St, Logan Ohio (740-216-4378)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 12 miles
May 4 (Sat)

May Apple Jam at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Insea Sound Shop and Uncle Bucks present the 2024 May Apple Jam! Lineup: The Band Keesey 4PM - 5PM Without Papers 530PM - 630PM Grainfed 7PM - 8PM Blues Cowboys 830PM - 930PM Medicine Hat 10PM - 11PM Gates Open at 330pm Cover: $5 Free Primitive Camping

Cost: $10

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 4 (Sat)

Fields of Flowers Craft Event

Welcome Sign with Vase Attached! This event is in collaboration with Hocking Hills Paint Parties & More. Choose either rustic white or brown boards then drill holes for the jute rope hanger. Add a cute vase by screwing on bezel wire to hold it. Paint your happy word or phrase on the sign. For the final touch add some fresh flowers! Great door or entryway decor. Change the flowers to go with each holiday or season. Evening event. Please bring your beverage of choice. $25 each. 6PM - 8PM

Cost: $25 Each

Location: Fields of Flowers, 9776 St Rt 664 North, Logan Ohio (740-603-6268)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 14 miles
May 4 (Sat)

150th Kentucky Derby Watch Party

Join us for a watch party for the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby! Win Prizes, wear your derby hat and more.... Start at Noon!

Location: Brewery 33, 12684 College Prospect Drive, Logan Ohio (7403856033)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 13 miles
May 4 (Sat)

Lots and Lots of Galaxies

On May evenings, observers on the surface of the Earth can look out towards deep space. With the Milky Way out of the way, we can appreciate the vast realm of the galaxies - faint, fuzzy, and far, far away. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over the estimated end time. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 830PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 4 (Sat)

Resident Raptors

Come check out some of our resident raptors at the Hocking Hills Lodge. Learn how these critters survive in our rolling hills and forests. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 4 (Sat)

Spring Fling: Sips and Flowers

At this special event, we are merging the beauty of flowers with the charm of vintage airstreams. Begin your delightful journey by collecting a complimentary flower or drink at any of the participating local businesses. The event begins at 3:00 PM but you can check-in at Hocking Hills Bagel Company starting at 2:30 PM. By the end, you will be refreshed and have a perfect bouquet of flowers! Every stop that you make and shop if you spend (1.00 Min) you will enter your name into a drawing to win a gift card! Purchase Tickets at: https://app.evolvedtickets.com/public/event/spring-fling-sips-flowers

Cost: $15

Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 5 (Sun)

Weaving on a Cardboard Loom

Traditionally done on a loom with wool, come weave your own little piece of Native American history at the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. All materials provided. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 7 (Tue)

Old Mans Cave Hike

Join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a one mile hike through Old Mans Cave to celebrate 75 years of parks and 100 years of Hocking Hills public trails. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 10 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

We're a band that plays eclectic old-time music, our way. Starts at 7pm Cover: $5

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 10 (Fri)

The Whirlpool Galaxy and Earthshine

The most glorious galaxy at the eyepiece of a telescope is M51, the great Whirlpool galaxy near the tail of the Big Dipper. Come learn how to see its spiral arms in our large telescopes. Also, the setting moon holds "Earthshine" on its night side. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated end times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 8:30PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 10 (Fri)

Owl Prowl at Ash Cave

Whoo is that calling in the night? Come found out at Ash Cave! Join us for an evening owl prowl and meet our resident owl! Join us at the Ash Cave Trailhead. 830PM - 930PM

Cost: Free

Location: Ash Cave, State Route 56, South Bloomingville Ohio (740-385-6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 11 (Sat)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Shaun Booker Damnit Band! Shaun Booker is a renowned international artist whose known for her unique sound and captivating performances. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, USA Starts at 7pm Cover: $5

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 11 (Sat)

The Whirlpool Galaxy and Earthshine

The most glorious galaxy at the eyepiece of a telescope is M51, the great Whirlpool galaxy near the tail of the Big Dipper. Come learn how to see its spiral arms in our large telescopes. Also, the setting moon holds "Earthshine" on its night side. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated end times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 8:30PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 11 (Sat)

Toadally Cool

If you are like us, you are hoppy about toads too! Come meet our resident toad at the Hocking Hills Lodge. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 12 (Sun)

Birdfeeder Buffet

Join the naturalist at the back of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center at the pollinator plot to observe a variety of birds in the area feasting away at our bird feeders. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 12 (Sun)

Resilient Raptors

Although not what you may be thinking, these predatory birds share some characteristics with our Jurassic friends. Learn more about them at the Hocking Hills Lodge. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 14 (Tue)

Old Mans Cave Hike

Join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a one mile hike through Old Mans Cave to celebrate 75 years of parks and 100 years of Hocking Hills public trails. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 16 (Thu)

Whispering Cave Hike

Join us for a moderate, 1 mile round trip to Whispering Cave from the Hocking Hills Lodge. Learn about the second largest recess cave in the park and listen to the whispers that give the cave its name. Join us at the Hocking Hills Lodge Hikers Pavilion to the right of the front door. Be prepared for the weather and rugged steps. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 17 (Fri)

Copernicus The Most Dramatic Crater

One of the most striking craters on the surface of the moon is the rugged Copernicus. It is perfectly illuminated this weekend. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated ending times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 830PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 17 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Original & Classic Rock/Blues from some of the best local musicians in Southeast Ohio - Medicine Hat! Starts at 7pm Cover: $5

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 18 (Sat)

Turtle Talk

Ever wonder what goes on under a turtle's shell? Come find out at the Hocking Hills Lodge and meet our resident box turtle. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 18 (Sat)

Fields of Flowers Craft Event

Make a Macrame Plant Hanger! Learn how to make a simple macrame plant hanger. Comes with a 4 in. pot and flowers. Wine and design so bring beverage of choice. Max of 10 people per class so RSVP. $25 each. A day class is also available on June 1st from 1PM -3PM. 530PM - 730PM

Cost: $25 Each

Location: Fields of Flowers, 9776 St Rt 664 North, Logan Ohio (740-603-6268)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 14 miles
May 18 (Sat)

Copernicus The Most Dramatic Crater

One of the most striking craters on the surface of the moon is the rugged Copernicus. It is perfectly illuminated this weekend. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated ending times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 830PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 18 (Sat)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Willie Phoenix with Blues Cowboys! Americana - Blues Starts at 6pm Cover: $5

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 19 (Sun)

Conservation Conversations

To celebrate our beautiful planet, learn about ways you can get involved to help preserve and protect it! Stop by the Hocking Hills Lodge. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 19 (Sun)

Sun Art

Using the sun, some various objects from nature, and cyanotype paper, we will create cool artwork. Meet at the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. All materials provided. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 21 (Tue)

Old Mans Cave Hike

Join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a one mile hike through Old Mans Cave to celebrate 75 years of parks and 100 years of Hocking Hills public trails. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 23 (Thu)

Cedar Falls Hike

Join us for a moderate, 1 mile round trip hike to Cedar Falls, our heaviest flowing waterfall in the park. Will the water be rushing or will it be a trickle. Join us to find out! Meet us at Trailhead H at the Cedar Falls parking lot. Be prepared for the weather and steps. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Cedar Falls, State Route 374, South Bloomingville Ohio (740-385-6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 16 miles
May 24 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Street Noise! Americana - Blues Starts at 7pm Cover: $5

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 24 (Fri)

The Almost Full Moon and The Big Dipper

The almost full moon rises just as it gets fully dark, so galaxies and nebulae are difficult to see. But the Big Dipper has a striking double star called Mizar and Alcor, which can be admired with the naked eye and a telescope. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated end times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 845PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 24 (Fri)

Amphibian Exploration at Rose Lake

Are you hoppy about frogs? Join us to try to catch some of the hoptastic critters at Rose Lake. Meet us at the Rose Lake Fishermans Parking Lot on 374 S for an approximately 2 mile exploration along the back half of Rose Lake. Be prepared to get muddy because you will get your hands dirty! 10AM - 12PM

Cost: Free

Location: Rose Lake, SR 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 16 miles
May 25 (Sat)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

The Wild HoneyBees! Based in Athens, Ohio, we are a 9 piece, New Orleans style R&B dance band, dedicated to bringing the power of a live horn section back to the dance stage. We play a mix of original songs, R&B classics, and traditional New Orleans street music. Starts at 7pm Cover: $5 Free Primitive Camping

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
May 25 (Sat)

The Almost Full Moon and The Big Dipper

The almost full moon rises just as it gets fully dark, so galaxies and nebulae are difficult to see. But the Big Dipper has a striking double star called Mizar and Alcor, which can be admired with the naked eye and a telescope. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated end times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 845PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 25 (Sat)

Slithering Snakes

Answer all of your serpent questions and meet our resident black snake! Join us at the Hocking Hills State Park Lodge. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 26 (Sun)

Coffee Filter Bats and Butterflies

Create your very own flying critter! We will use coffee filters to create cool bat and butterfly designs. Join us at the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. All materials provided. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 26 (Sun)

Leapin Lizards

Are salamanders and lizards the same? Do all lizards lose their tails? What species are in Ohio? Join our conversations about lizards at the Hocking Hills Lodge. 2PM - 3PM

Cost: Free

Location: Hocking Hills Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio (740-270-6100)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 28 (Tue)

Old Mans Cave Hike

Join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a one mile hike through Old Mans Cave to celebrate 75 years of parks and 100 years of Hocking Hills public trails. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 30 (Thu)
May 31 (Fri)
Jun 1 (Sat)
Jun 2 (Sun)

Happy Hollow Hootenanny 2024

Spend a 4 day weekend immersed in the traditional music, art, and culture of Central Appalachia. Classes and concerts lead by seasoned veterans, square dances, and late night jams held in the picturesque hills and woods of Southeastern Ohio are all part of what makes the Happy Hollow Hootenanny an exciting and special event. Whether you are joining us for an afternoon workshop with a local broom maker, applying your recently learned flatfooting skills to a square dance, or playing a new tune with new friends around a campfire, you will leave having a richer understanding and connection with the traditions of our area. Learn a new instrument or skill, hear and make some traditional music, and marvel in the beauty of Appalachia! To Learn More and Register Visit: https://stuartsoperahouse.org/events/happy-hollow-hoot-24/

Cost: Free - $75

Location: Snow Fork Event Center, 5685 Happy Hollow Road, Nelsonville Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 3 miles
May 30 (Thu)

Cantwell Cliffs

Join us for a challenging climb through the cliffs. We will be on the lookout for any wildflowers and waterfalls. Join us at the Cantwell Cliffs parking lot for a 2 mile hike. 10AM - 11AM

Cost: Free

Location: Cantwell Cliffs, State Route 374, Logan Ohio (740.385.6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 19 miles
May 31 (Fri)

Globular Clusters

One of the most beautiful objects in the spring and summer sky are globular clusters, great collections of hundreds of thousands of stars. We will be training our scopes on M3 and M13, the Great Globular Cluster in Hercules. They will be high overhead at around fully dark. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated end times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 8:45PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 31 (Fri)

Owl Prowl at Ash Cave

Whoo is that calling in the night? Come found out at Ash Cave! Join us for an evening owl prowl and meet our resident owl! Join us at the Ash Cave Trailhead. 830PM - 930PM

Cost: Free

Location: Ash Cave, State Route 56, South Bloomingville Ohio (740-385-6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
May 31 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Angela Perley! Angela Perley makes music for roadtrips across the American heartland. Rooted in cosmic alt country, roadhouse rock & roll, witchy woman psychedelia, and amplified Americana, it's a vintage sound for the modern world, glued together by a singer/songwriter who has played everything from dive bars to arenas. Starts at 7pm Cover: $5 Free Primitive Camping

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Jun 1 (Sat)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Poverty String Band Trio! Starts at 7pm Cover: $5

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Jun 1 (Sat)

Globular Clusters

One of the most beautiful objects in the spring and summer sky are globular clusters, great collections of hundreds of thousands of stars. We will be training our scopes on M3 and M13, the Great Globular Cluster in Hercules. They will be high overhead at around fully dark. Get your free parking pass at registration.jgap.org. This program can go over estimated end times. Learn more at https://jgap.info/ 8:45PM - 1AM

Cost: Free

Location: John Glenn Astronomy Park, 20531 State Route 664, logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
Jun 1 (Sat)

Fields of Flowers Craft Event

Make a Macrame Plant Hanger! Learn how to make a simple macrame plant hanger. Comes with a 4 in. pot and flowers. Wine and design so bring beverage of choice. Max of 10 people per class so RSVP. $25 each. 1PM - 3PM

Cost: $25 Each

Location: Fields of Flowers, 9776 St Rt 664 North, Logan Ohio (740-603-6268)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 14 miles
Jun 7 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Joseph, Barnes, Barnes & Thacker! We are a band that plays eclectic old time music, our way. Starts at 7pm Cover: $5 Free Primitive Camping

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Jun 8 (Sat)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

The Band Keesey! Classic Country and Originals Starts at 7pm Cover: $5 Free Primitive Camping

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Jun 8 (Sat)

Starbrick Music Festival - That ARENA ROCK SHOW

The Party Event of the Summer Starbrick Music Festival! Our Music Festival is a blend of Country and Classic 70/80/90s rock music, that will take you back with the best hits of the ages! Music like Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, ACDC, Van Halen, KISS, Queen, Motley Crue, Journey and more will have you rocking all night! With a packed weekend of camping, craft vendors and more - this is not something you want to miss out on! For full lineup, ticketing, and more go to https://starbrickmusicfestival.com/

Location: Hocking College, 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville Ohio (740-753-3591)

In Town
Jun 14 (Fri)

Live Music at Uncle Bucks Dance Barn

Blues Cowboys! Uncle Bucks very popular house band and local favorite Blues Cowboys plays a mix of Classic Rock, Southern Rock, Folk Rock, Edgy Country, and lots of Blues to entertain the discriminating musical reveler. Starts at 7pm Cover: $5 Free Primitive Camping

Cost: $5

Phone: 740-664-2428

Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New Marshfield Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Jun 29 (Sat)
Jun 30 (Sun)

Hocking House Annual Garden Art Happening

Garden tour, plant sale, and art show featuring Jeans unique sculptures and other fine craftsmen. Wear a mask for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Safety is our top priority.

Cost: Free

Phone: 740-385-4166

Location: Hocking House, 29580 Big Pine Road, Logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 13 miles
Jul 13 (Sat)

Starbrick Music Series - Evan Dean band

The Adventure Pro Store is kicking off the first of their Music Series this summer with the Evan Dean Band (Rock/Blues/Soul) and American Engine (Diesel Fueled Rock)! Come and enjoy food, drinks and live music this summer at Adventure Pro Store in Nelsonville Ohio! 6PM - 11PM For full lineup, ticketing, and more go to: https://app.evolvedtickets.com/public/event/starbrick-concert-series-evan-dean-band-american-engine

Cost: $10 - $29

Location: Adventure Pro Outdoors Store, 1299 E. Canal St.,, Nelsonville Ohio (740-856-7848)

In Town
Jul 26 (Fri)
Jul 27 (Sat)
Jul 28 (Sun)

Nelsonville Music Festival

Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Southeast Ohio, the 18th annual Nelsonville Music Festival will take place July 26-28, 2024 at Snow Fork Event Center. The 3-day event billboard magazine calls, one of the best-kept secrets of the U.S. music festival circuit, offers a diverse lineup of 40+ national, regional, and local acts from a variety of genres in an intimate setting, along with camping, kids activities, unique artisan and retail vendors, local food, and more! NMF is a production of Stuarts Opera House, a non-profit historic theater and performing arts center in Nelsonville. All proceeds raised at the festival directly support Stuarts Opera House, including its tuition-free Arts Education programs. Tickets and more information at nelsonvillefest.org.

Cost: Prices Very

Phone: 740-753-1924

Location: Nelsonville Music Festival, 5685 Happy Hollow Road, Nelsonville Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 3 miles
Aug 2 (Fri)
Aug 3 (Sat)

Hocking Hills Bigfoot Festival

Come join us at the 2024 Bigfoot Festival held in Downtown Logan. Free and Family Friendly. Come enjoy food, music, speakers, and plenty of vendors! For more info go to https://hockinghillsbigfootfestival.com/

Cost: Free

Contact: Bea Phillips

Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Aug 3 (Sat)

Starbrick Music Series - Heart Break Ridge Band

The Starbrick Music Series welcomes the Heart Break Ridge Band and the Big Gas Band! Come and enjoy food, drinks and live music this summer at Adventure Pro Store in Nelsonville Ohio! 6PM-11PM For full lineup, ticketing, and more go to: https://app.evolvedtickets.com/public/event/starbrick-concert-series-heart-break-ridge-band-keith-mcgrath-big-gas-band

Cost: $10 G.A. / $29 V.I.P

Location: Adventure Pro Outdoors Store, 1299 E. Canal St.,, Nelsonville Ohio (740-856-7848)

In Town
Aug 10 (Sat)

Bowen House Art Festival

Join us from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a showcase of Southeast Ohios top artists. Browse and purchase their creations while enjoying live music, beautiful gardens, and delicious eats from the Chubby Hawaiian food truck. Handmade glass, baskets, soaps, ceramics, and more. Contact Jenny at (740) 503-1884 or [email protected] for vendor inquiries.

Cost: Free

Phone: 740-503-1884

Location: Bowen House, 196 North Market, Logan Ohio (740-385-0344)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Aug 10 (Sat)
Aug 11 (Sun)

Hippie Fest

Hippie Fest: Family-friendly art festival at Hocking County Fairground, Logan, OH, on August 10-11, 2024. Live music, vendor booths, vintage cars, tie-dye, bubbles, food, and more. All ages welcome. Tickets at HippieFest.org. Festival Hours: Noon - 7PM Both Days No pets or alcohol. https://www.hippiefest.org/

Cost: $25 single day/ $40 two days

Location: Logan, 427 West Hunter Street, Logan Ohio

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Aug 24 (Sat)
Aug 25 (Sun)

2024 Hocking Hills Craft Show

The 4th annual Hocking Hills Craft Show will feature dozens of local art and craft vendors, live music and food. The Hocking Hills Craft Show is the largest annual craft show in the Hocking Hills and is located in the heart of the Hocking Hills, hilltop, near the Hocking Hills State Park. The show admission is $10 per car, so come early to grab a great deal. Opens Aug 24th at 9AM Closes Aug 25th at 5PM

Cost: $10 per Car

Location: The Hocking Hills Store, 20374 Clay Lick Rd, Logan Ohio (614-522-9557)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 11 miles
Aug 31 (Sat)

Starbrick Music Series - GrainFed

The Starbrick Music Series welcomes GrainFed (unapologetic country/rock/and bluegrass) and A Common Wealth Band (high energy Southern Rock)! Come and enjoy food, drinks and live music this summer at Adventure Pro Store in Nelsonville Ohio! 6PM-11PM For full lineup, ticketing, and more go to: https://app.evolvedtickets.com/public/event/starbrick-concert-series-grainfed-and-a-common-wealth-band

Cost: $10 G.A. / $29 V.I.P

Location: Adventure Pro Outdoors Store, 1299 E. Canal St.,, Nelsonville Ohio (740-856-7848)

In Town
Sep 21 (Sat)

Hocking Hills Trail Run

46th Annual Hocking Hills Trail Run offers runners the chance to test their abilities on the gorgeous yet technical features of the Hocking Hills and State Park in either a 60k, 40k, 20k, 10k, or 5k race options. Its not all about winning. Walkers and pets on leashes are welcome too. Meetup at Old Mans Cave Naturalist Cabin First Race Start at 7AM For More Information and Registration visit: https://www.explorehockinghills.com/things-to-do/hocking-hills-trail-run/

Cost: Free

Phone: 740-385-2750

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
Oct 12 (Sat)

Grandma Gatewood Fall Colors Hike

Join us for our annual 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. 9AM - 1PM

Location: Old Man's Cave, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6841)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
Oct 25 (Fri)

Halloween Night Hike At Ash Cave

Join us at Ash Cave for a spooky lantern lit hike to Ash Cave. 7PM - 9PM

Location: Ash Cave, State Route 56, South Bloomingville Ohio (740-385-6842)

Distance from Nelsonville: about 17 miles
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