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ARTSAROUND GALLERIES IN DOWNTOWN CIRCLEVILLE
Original Artwork for sale to benefit the ArtsaRound Organization
Artwork changes every two months. On display at these locations:

Circleville Herald

120 Watt St.
Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 497-7697

Scioto Valley Coffee
216 W. Main St.
Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 497-7697

Pickaway County District Library
1160 N. Court St.
Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 477-1644

Brown Memorial Home
158 E. Mound St.
Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 474-6238

FLEA MARKET First Full Saturday and Sunday of Every Month
Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (740) 474-2085
www.PickawayCountyFair.info

Jan. 1
NEW YEAR’S DAY PANCAKE BRUNCH

Begin the New Year with a celebration! Each couple will receive a bottle of alcoholic sparkling apple cider and orange juice for mimosas and a bottle of homemade maple syrup for all you can eat pancakes, farm fresh scrambled eggs and meats from farm raised pigs, breakfast potatoes, fresh fruits, vanilla yogurt, coffee and hot tea with local honey.
Manchester Hill Winery, Farm, Bed & Breakfast
13160 Tarlton Road
Circleville, OH 43113
(614) 571-0750
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$40 per couple, tax and gratuity not included
Credit card required to hold reservation
www.manchesterhill.com

Jan. 12
EXTREME BUCKERS BULL RIDING

Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
7:30 P.M. Show Arena
Admission $12 adults, $8 12 and under
(740) 474-2085
www.PickawayCountyFair.info

Feb. 2 & 16
EXTREME BUCKERS BULL RIDING

Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
7:30 P.M. Show Arena
Admission $12 adults, $8 12 and under

Feb. 17
SLATE RUN “39th ANNUAL WINTER HIKE SERIES”

Enjoy a self-guided 2.5 or 5 mile hike. Volunteers will highlight animals and nature along the trails. Soups and snacks will be served at the picnic areas afterward.
Slate Run Metro Park (in Pickaway County)
Buzzard’s Roost Picnic Area
1375 State Route 674 North, Canal Winchester, OH 43110
2 p.m. no charge (614) 833-1880
www.metroparks.net

Feb. 22, 23, 24 and March 1, 2, 3
THEATRE PRODUCTION “The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood”

Roundtown Players
Memorial Hall, 165 1/2 E. Main St., Circleville, OH 43113
$8 adults, $5 students
8:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
2:30 p.m. Sundays
(740) 474-5856 for reservations
www.roundtownplayers.com
http://rtpchildrenstheatre.blogspot.com
http://twitter.com/rtptheatre
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roundtown-Players

Feb. 23
AMERICANA SERIES: THE RAINEYS

JR Hooks Café Music Room
115 Watt Street, Circleville
Showtime: 8 pm, doors open at 6 pm
Admission: $10
Call 740-474-2158 for advance tickets and dinner reservations

Feb. 24
PICKAWAY COUNTY BRIDAL AND PROM SHOW

Plan your wedding or special prom with over 40 vendors all in one location at this 4th Annual Event. Fashion show, door prizes, special showings, music, food and fun!
Circleville High School
380 Clark Drive
Circleville, OH 43113
Showtime: 12-4 pm
Admission: $5
888-770-PICK (7425)

March 1, 2, 3
THEATRE PRODUCTION “The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood”

Roundtown Players
Memorial Hall, 165 1/2 E. Main St., Circleville, OH 43113
$8 adults, $5 students
8:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
2:30 p.m. Sundays
(740) 474-5856 for reservations
www.roundtownplayers.com
http://rtpchildrenstheatre.blogspot.com
http://twitter.com/rtptheatre
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roundtown-Players

March 2 & 16
EXTREME BUCKERS BULL RIDING

Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
7:30 P.M. Show Arena
Admission $12 adults, $8 12 and under

March 8 & 9
WESTFALL GOSPEL SING

Westfall High School
19463 Pherson Pike, Williamsport, OH 43164
Friday: doors open at 5 p.m., show begins at 7 p.m.
Saturday: doors open at 4 p.m., show begins at 6 p.m.
Tickets: general, advance or reserved, $15.00-$20.00
(740) 869-9214 to reserve tickets
www.WestfallGospelSing.org

March 9
AMERICANA SERIES: DEATH BY BANJO

JR Hooks Café Music Room
115 Watt Street, Circleville
Showtime: 8 pm, doors open at 6 pm
Admission: $10
Call 740-474-2158 for advance tickets and dinner reservations

March 17
AMERICA’S OTHER AUDUBON Program featuring Ohio Birds

Pickaway County Historical Society
Clarke-May Museum
162 W. Union St.
Circleville, OH 43113
2 p.m. free admission
(740) 474-1495

March 17, 18, 19, 20
TRAGEDY INTO TRIUMPH SERIES

Well known entertainers and personalities share their stories in overcoming tragedy to lead fulfilling lives.
7 p.m. each evening, babysitting available
Circleville Nazarene Church
2264 Walnut Creek Pike
Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 474-7350
www.tragedyintotriumph.com
www.circlevillenaz.org

March 23
AMERICANA SERIES: VINEGAR HILL

JR Hooks Café Music Room
115 Watt Street, Circleville
Showtime: 8 pm, doors open at 6 pm
Admission: $10
Call 740-474-2158 for advance tickets and dinner reservations

April 6
AMERICANA SERIES: DWIGHT LENOX

JR Hooks Café Music Room
115 Watt Street, Circleville
Showtime: 8 pm, doors open at 6 pm
Admission: $10
Call 740-474-2158 for advance tickets and dinner reservations

April 12
STAR FAMILY CIRCUS

Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
7:30 p.m. in the Coliseum
Admission range: general, reserve or box: Adult $10; child $5
(740) 474-2085
www.PickawayCountyFair.info

April 12, 13, 19, 20 & 21
THEATRE PRODUCTION “The 39 Steps”

Roundtown Players
Memorial Hall, 165 1/2 E. Main St., Circleville, OH 43113
$8 adults, $5 students
8:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
2:30 p.m. Sundays
(740) 474-5856 for reservations
www.roundtownplayers.com
http://twitter.com/rtptheatre
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roundtown-Players

April 14
SPRING CONCERT OF PUMPKIN SHOW BAND

Circleville Pumpkin Show Community Band
Crossroads Church
5679 Tarlton Rd, Circleville, OH 43113
3:00 p.m. Free Admission
(740) 474-4668

April 20
AMERICANA SERIES: SONGWRITER SHOWCASE

Eric Gnezda, Kay Harris & Peter Cary
JR Hooks Café Music Room
115 Watt Street, Circleville
Showtime: 8 pm, doors open at 6 pm
Admission: $10
Call 740-474-2158 for advance tickets and dinner reservations

April 27 & 28
ASHVILLE VIKING FESTIVAL

Various Historic/Living History groups primarily of the 10th century Viking.
Ashville Village Park Ashville, OH 43103
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: Canned goods for Ashville Food Pantry
(740) 983-9390
www.AshvilleVikingFest.com

April 27
CONCERT ON THE LAWN AT OHIO CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

With Ohio Capital Winds
On the Conley Ministry Center lawn
Ohio Christian University
1476 Lancaster Pike
Circleville, OH 43113
3 p.m.
Free
www.OhioChristian.edu/music

April 27
SECOND ANNUAL PARKINSON’S WALK FOR A CURE

East Pointe
9563 USR 22 E.
Circleville, OH 43113
10 a.m.
$20 on-site registration
http://support.pdf.org/ParkinsonsWalkForACure

May 3
ROUNDTOWN CRUISERS SUMMER NIGHTS

Free Cruise In
Rural King Parking Lot
23625 USR 23 S.
Circleville, OH 43113
6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(614) 288-1489

May 11
MOTHER’S DAY—FARM TO TABLE BRUNCH

With locally produced drinks, syrup, all you can eat mostly home grown breakfast foods and a gift for mom.
Manchester Hill Farm and Winery
13160 Tarlton Road
Circleville, OH 43113
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$25 per person, reservations required
(614) 571-0750
www.manchesterhill.com

May 12
MOTHERS DAY BUFFET AT DEER CREEK RAFTERS RESTAURANT

Treat mom to a special day at the park highlighted with foods prepared at Rafters Restaurant.
Deercreek State Park Lodge and Conference Center
22300 State Park Road #20
Mt. Sterling, OH 43143
11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$23.95 adults, $9.95 children, 3 and under free
(740) 869-2020 opt. 3 for reservations

May 27
ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY FESTIVITIES HONORING VETERANS

High Street Cemetery
274 E. High St.
Circleville, OH 43113
8:15 a.m. opening remarks
9:00 parade through town ending with ceremony at
Forest Cemetery, 905 N. Court St. Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 474-7704

May 31 and June 1, 2, 8 & 8
THEATRE PRODUCTION “The Rocky Horror Show”

Roundtown Players
Memorial Hall, 165 1/2 E. Main St., Circleville, OH 43113
$8 adults, $5 students
8:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
2:30 p.m. Sundays
(740) 474-5856 for reservations
www.roundtownplayers.com
http://twitter.com/rtptheatre
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roundtown-Players

EVERY SATURDAY JUNE 1-AUG. 24
FARMERS’ MARKET

City Parking Lot
120 E. Franklin St.
Circleville, OH 43113
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
(740) 474-6284

June 1
Ohio Fresh Foods Corridor Kick Off Event
Pickaway County Farmers’ Market

City Parking Lot – 120 E. Franklin Street
Circleville, OH 43113

On Saturday, June 1, the Pickaway County Farmers Market, located at 120 E. Franklin Street in downtown Circleville, will host the official kick-off event for the Ohio Fresh Foods Corridor, a branding initiative launched by the Pickaway Competitiveness Network’s Agriculture Steering Committee. This effort is to promote fresh and local food establishments along US Highway 23, and the opportunity for new business ventures utilizing the county’s strengths in food and agriculture.

The event, held from 10:30 till 11:00 am, will feature remarks from community leaders, including Circleville Mayor Don McIlroy and State Representative Gary Scherer. Speakers will discuss the importance of the corridor to local businesses and producers, fundraising efforts and the benefits of purchasing local goods and produce.

About Ohio Fresh Foods Corridor
Running along US Highway 23 from Columbus to Portsmouth and through Pickaway County, the Ohio Fresh Foods Corridor helps people experience the connection with their food by promoting homegrown entrepreneurship, new investment and the value of Pickaway County’s existing strengths in food and agriculture. The corridor is funded by the Pickaway County Community Foundation’s Agriculture Fund. For more information,
visit www.ohiofreshfoods.com.

June 1, 2, 8 & 8
THEATRE PRODUCTION “The Rocky Horror Show”

Roundtown Players
Memorial Hall, 165 1/2 E. Main St., Circleville, OH 43113
$8 adults, $5 students
8:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
2:30 p.m. Sundays
(740) 474-5856 for reservations
www.roundtownplayers.com
http://twitter.com/rtptheatre
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roundtown-Players

June 7
ROUNDTOWN CRUISERS SUMMER NIGHTS

Free Cruise In
Rural King Parking Lot
23625 USR 23 S.
Circleville, OH 43113
6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(614) 288-1489

June 8 & 9
GARDEN GALA TOUR

Annual tour of residential gardens sponsored by Circle of Caring.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday
1 to 6 p.m. Sunday
$10 advance; $12 days of event
(740) 474-7844

June 12, 13, 14 & 15
COMMERCIAL POINT HOMECOMING FESTIVAL

Located just 10 miles south of Columbus, serving famous 'Ocean Perch Sandwich, featuring a midway packed with rides, games, great food, free entertainment, and beauty pageants. On Friday & Saturday night enjoy free square dancing or join the party in the beer garden featuring live entertainment. Come watch spectacular FIREWORKS on Friday night and the Grand Parade on Saturday at 4:00 pm
Commercial Point, OH 43116
(740) 983-4836
www.ofea.org/events.php

June 14
CASUAL SINGLES MIXER AT MANCHESTER HILLS WINERY

If you are single and looking for something a little different to do, this evening is for you! Meet other local singles and enjoy light appetizers and wine.
Manchester Hill Winery, Farm, Bed & Breakfast
13160 Tarlton Road
Circleville, OH 43113
7-10 p.m.
$10 per person, must be 21 or older
Reservations suggested
(614) 571-0750 or
info@manchesterhill.com
www.manchesterhill.com

June 15 & 16
PICKAWAY COUNTY HARNESS RACES

Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (740) 474-2085

June 17- June 22
PICKAWAY COUNTY FAIR

This event is a great time for the entire family! Enjoy a variety of grandstand events such as the Truck & Tractor Pulls, Motor cross, & Harness Racing. Spend all day on the amusement rides, looking at the various displays, and watching 4-H and FFA members proudly display their projects.
Pickaway County Fairgrounds
415 Lancaster Pike (USR 22 East) Circleville, OH 43113
Admission changes daily.
(740) 474-2085 www.PickawayCountyFair.info

June 20
THIRD THURSDAY EVENT SERIES

Pickaway Picnic featuring food, drink & live music.
Downtown Circleville, OH
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Admission: $5.00 adults, $1.00 children 7-17 accompanied by an adult.
(740) 474-3636

June 27
TARLTON FISH FRY

Sponsored by the Saltcreek/Tarlton Volunteer Fire Department
Village of Tarlton
11 a.m. Carry Out
4 p.m. All you can eat
(740) 477-2828

June 29, 30 and July 1, 2, 3, 4
ASHVILLE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION

Come celebrate your 4th of July in Ashville. Our fish sandwich is “As Big As Your Hand". The festival has parades, crafts, foods & midway rides. The Grand Parade is 11 a.m. on the Fourth, followed by free entertainment until the fantastic fireworks display at 10 p.m. Ashville’s event is one of Ohio’s oldest & largest community 4th of July Celebrations.
(740) 983-4193
Free Admission
Ashville, OH 43103
www.ofea.org/events.php

EVERY SATURDAY JUNE 1-AUG. 24
FARMERS’ MARKET

City Parking Lot
120 E. Franklin St.
Circleville, OH 43113
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
(740) 474-6284

July 1, 2, 3, 4
ASHVILLE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION

Come celebrate your 4th of July in Ashville. Our fish sandwich is “As Big As Your Hand". The festival has parades, crafts, foods & midway rides. The Grand Parade is 11 a.m. on the Fourth, followed by free entertainment until the fantastic fireworks display at 10 p.m. Ashville’s event is one of Ohio’s oldest & largest community 4th of July Celebrations.
(740) 983-4193
Free Admission
Ashville, OH 43103
www.ofea.org/events.php

July 5
ROUNDTOWN CRUISERS SUMMER NIGHTS

Free Cruise In
Rural King Parking Lot
23625 USR 23 S.
Circleville, OH 43113
6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(614) 288-1489

July 10, 11, 12 & 13
FIREMAN’S OLD TIME FESTIVAL IN LAURELVILLE

Free entertainment and fish fry each night, Grand Parade and Cake Auction on Saturday.
Laurelville, Ohio
www.laurelvillevfd.com

July 18, 19 & 20
DBA ANNUAL SUMMER SIDEWALK SALE

All retail businesses offer their best buys of the season. Great time for specials and giveaways.
Downtown Circleville Business District
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
(740) 474-4923

July 18
THIRD THURSDAY EVENTS SERIES

Blues, Brews & BBQ featuring food, drink & live music.
Downtown Circleville, OH
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Admission: $5.00 adults, $1.00 children 7-17 accompanied by an adult.
(740) 474-3636

July 20
ROUNDTOWN CLASSIC 5 MILE AND 5/K RUN/WALK

Race at Mary Virginia Crites Hannan Park sponsored by Circleville High School Alumni Association.
1222 Pontius Road
Circleville, OH 43113
$20 to 3/31; $25 to 7/15 $30 raceday
8 a.m. Race Time
9:30 a.m. free Don Leist Kids Fun Run
Information and registration at www.RoundtownClassic.com
(740) 412 3096

EVERY SATURDAY JUNE 1-AUG. 24
FARMERS’ MARKET

City Parking Lot
120 E. Franklin St.
Circleville, OH 43113
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
(740) 474-6284

Aug. 2, 3 & 4
COMMERCIAL POINT GRAND PRIX OF KARTING

The Village of Commercial Point, Ohio welcomes you to the most unique racing event in central Ohio. Bring your family and friends for a weekend packed full of entertainment and street kart racing action. Kick off the racing weekend with a celebrity race and concert on Friday evening. Then on Saturday and Sunday, watch professional go-karters wind through the streets of Commercial Point at speeds of up to 75mph. This year's event will feature a spectator friendly track and more racing action than ever.
5:30 p.m. Friday
10 a.m. Saturday, Sunday
Admission: Free
www.cpgrandprix.com
(614) 877-9124

Aug. 2
ROUNDTOWN CRUISERS SUMMER NIGHTS

Free Cruise In
Rural King Parking Lot
23625 USR 23 S.
Circleville, OH 43113
6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(614) 288-1489

Aug. 15
THIRD THURSDAY EVENT SERIES

The Taste of Pickaway featuring food, drink & live music.
Pickaway County restaurants proudly provide their finest menu items.
Downtown Circleville, OH
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Admission: $5.00 adults, $1.00 children 7-17 accompanied by an adult.
(740) 474-3636

Aug 29, 30 & 31
GOODTIME QUILTERS SHOW

Over 175 quilted items, raffles, demos, prizes
Trinity Lutheran Church
135 E. Mound St., Circleville
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday & Friday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Admission: $5 donation per day, $8 for entire show
(740) 332-6344

Sept. 6
ROUNDTOWN CRUISERS SUMMER NIGHTS

Free Cruise In
Rural King Parking Lot
23625 USR 23 S.
Circleville, OH 43113
6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(614) 288-1489

Sept. 19
THIRD THURSDAY EVENT SERIES

Pizza Challenge featuring pizza from local establishments, drink & live music.
Sample pepperoni and specialty pizzas by local restaurants and cast your vote for the best in several areas. Entry fee will cover all your sample pizza selections, and vote ticket.
Downtown Circleville, OH
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Admission $10 adults, $5 children ages 7-17 accompanied by an adult.
(740) 474-3636

Sept. 21
ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR

Craft vendors fill the sidewalks with quality hand crafted items. Great time to start your holiday shopping.
Downtown Circleville Business District
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(740) 420-8487
888-770-PICK (7425)

Oct. 16, 17, 18 & 19
CIRCLEVILLE PUMPKIN SHOW “The Greatest Free Show on Earth”

The Circleville Pumpkin Show is the oldest and largest festival in Ohio. Taste all kinds of Pumpkin foods known to man including Pumpkin burgers, chili, fudge, ice cream, cream puffs and of course Pumpkin Pie! Enjoy entertainment on seven stages and at the pavilion, amusement rides, games, contests and displays. There are seven parades during the four days of festivities on the streets of downtown Circleville. This festival boasts the pumpkin weigh-in and the largest pumpkin pie.
Downtown streets, Circleville, OH 43113
(740) 474-7000
www.pumpkinshow.com

Oct. 29
DBA HALLOWEEN FUN NIGHT

Downtown Circleville Business District
Trick-or-treat the downtown 5 p.m.
Costume judging at 6 p.m. at Citizens Bank Parking Lot
(740) 474-4923

Nov. 16 & 17
CIRCLEVILLE DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE

Circleville, OH
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday
Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
(740) 474-4923

Nov. 17
TUBACHRISTMAS

Pickaway County Court House
207 S. Court St, Circleville, OH
3:00 p.m., Free Admission
(740) 474-4668, www.tubachristmas.com

Dec 7
SANTA’S COMING TO TOWN CHRISTMAS PARADE

The Downtown Business Association’s annual holiday parade ushers Santa into town with stores open for Christmas Shopping.
1:00 p.m.
Downtown Streets
(740) 474-3636

Dec. 8
CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Circleville Pumpkin Show Community Band
Crossroads Church
5679 Tarlton Rd, Circleville, OH 43113
3:00 p.m., Free Admission
(740) 474-4668



For More Information on Area Festivals Contact:

Pickaway County Visitors Bureau
Phone: 740-474-3636, 888-770-PICK
Email: info@pickaway.com

 


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