Imagine a bustling, small trading village set in the late 1700s and early 1800s. This is what you step into when you enter the Fort Rowdy Gathering at Covington Community Park. Join the peaceful setting of yesteryear annually on Labor Day weekend! The 208′ long footbridge will carry you across the scenic Stillwater River to the Mountainman Encampments and a true feeling of life of a by-gone era. Enjoy a weekend of authentic demonstrations, homemade food, arts, crafts contests, games, live music, other entertainment, and more! A weekend of fun for the whole family. The 2023 celebration dates and times
Love biking? Love donuts? Look no further. Come to downtown Troy Saturday, August 26th for the Tour de Donut, The Sweetest Ride in Ohio! The Tour de Donut is a unique bicycle event where your ability to eat donuts is just as important as your ability to ride. The event is a mass start timed ride where riders visit stops along the way to eat donuts. For each donut the rider eats (and keeps down) during the ride, 5 Minutes are taken off their final time. Start your sweet weekend with Donut Jam on Friday night, August 25th, at Prouty Plaza
Experience the joy of summer and celebrate the greatness of hometown pride at the Miami County Fair. This cherished event, honoring the rich agricultural heritage of Miami County, will take place from Friday, Aug. 11, through Thursday, Aug. 17, and promises an array of attractions for people of all ages, whether from rural or urban backgrounds. Prepare to be captivated as we present six compelling reasons why you should make it a point to visit this year’s Miami County Fair. Fair Food The county fair is a tantalizing occasion for many, where they can indulge in classic fair treats like
Warm Summer nights are made better with live music. Be sure to check out these great concerts in August throughout Miami County. Kyle Eldridge & The Kentucky Cowhand- Prouty Plaza, Troy August 4th @ 7:30pm This vintage style country western band is sure to entertain all in Downtown Troy Friday night. Grab your lawn chairs and enjoy this free concert on a great summer night. Visitor and Eric Jerardi & his Band- Indian Creek Distillery, New Carlisle August 5th @ 5:30pm Come enjoy a fun evening under the stars at Indian Creek Distillery with live music, drinks, and food trucks.
Looking for something different for dinner tonight? Check out some of the great sushi options here in Miami County! Megumi Hibachi- Troy 12 S Dorset Rd. Troy, OH 45373 Megumi offers a wide selection of hibachi, ramen, and sushi. Enjoy their variety of fresh unique sushi options. Mikado Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse- Piqua 1574 Covington Ave. Piqua, OH 45356 Mikado offers a wide variety of Japanese dishes from habachi, dumplings, sushi, and more! Enjoy both regular and hand rolls of your favorite sushi today! Sakai Japanese Bistro- Troy 2303 W Main St. Troy, OH 45373 This contemporary casual Japanese restaurant
Let’s go antiquing through Miami County! Antiquing is an art form for many people and tells a story of times gone by. Around here, we are all about preserving the past while looking forward to the future. Antiquing is a fun way to find new things, create new projects, and add a little character to your home. Many people spend hours crafting their antiquing strategies and mapping out the best plans, but we did the leg work for you! We rounded up a few of the most unique spots in Miami County for antiquing. While all unique in their own
Construction of the Miami County Courthouse began in 1885 and was completed in 1888. Joesph Yost of Columbus, Ohio was the architect who designed this building. Statues placed at the top of the Courthouse represent what was most important to Miami County in 1888. The statue of Lady Justice at the top of the Miami County Courthouse dome carries the sword of truth and scales of justice…always balanced. At the front of the courthouse are the statues that represent classical Greek and Latin education. The center lady is raising the books of knowledge over her head and the man carrying
National Beer Day in the United States is celebrated every year on April 7th which commemorates the Cullen–Harrison Act’s passage. This act allowed for the sale of beer with a content of 3.2 % alcohol. Upon signing the legislation, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made his famous remark, “I think this would be a good time for a beer.” Miami County, Ohio has great places to stop in for a nice cold one any day of the year! Moeller Brew Barn Fresh, locally-made craft beer right in downtown Troy. 311 Drafthouse Downtown Piqua’s perfect place to have a pint and watch
Do you know why March 14 is National Pi Day? It’s actually very clever; 3, 1 and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. Therefore, it only makes sense for today to represent a celebration of mathematics… or it’s another excuse to eat delicious pie! Not sure where to get a slice? Check out these places that serve scrumptious pies by the whole or by the slice. Pearson House 28 N. Miami St. West Milton, OH It’s known all over that Pearson house is known for their pies. With over 30 varieties to choose from, it’s no wonder.
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