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Upcoming Events in Mount Vernon Ohio


May

27 Annual Ohio's Largest Garage and Craft Sale - Tools, toys, antiques, crafts, food and bargains galore are all included in this very popular annual event sponsored by the Mount Vernon Lions Club.

Address: Knox County Fairgrounds

125 Fairgrounds Road

, Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: (740) 397-8919 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visitknoxohio.org

June

30 - 2 National Waco Reunion Biplane Fly In - Fly In Reunion of Antique Waco Biplanes sponsored by National Waco club. All are invited to this free public event that includes flying and field demonstrations as well as interaction with pilots and rides.

Address: Wynkoop Airport

9051 Granville Road

, Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: (740) 392-8357 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: brianwynkoop@knoxnet.com
Web: www.visitknoxohio.org

July

20 - 27 Knox County Fair - Today, the Knox Country Fair highlights the awareness of agriculture as an important and continuing industry in the county. Each year a strong emphasis is placed on youth activities and accomplishments. Enjoy food, games, 4-H livestock and exhibits, truck-tractor pull, harness racing, and performances by national music stars.

Address: Knox County Fairgrounds, 125 Fairgrounds Road , Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: 740-397-0484 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@knoxcountyfair.org
Web: www.knoxcountyfair.org

August

9 - 11 Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival - Music, crafts, cars and family fun abound at the Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival. Artisans and visitors will enjoy showing and viewing creative crafts and artwork on the square. Come and see the final products related to problem-solving in the world of creativity and imagination. Our crafters and fine artists will be located in the mix of the activities the festival has to offer. Visitors to the festival are encouraged to stroll past this area to locate that special gift.

Your taste buds will be tantalized as the square will be filled with a large variety of food trucks. Grab a sandwich, snack or a drink and saunter through our downtown of imagination while listening to music filling our local streets.

The Community Crossroads Stage is located at the intersection of South Main and Vine St. Throughout the days of the festival you will be engaged with unique, fresh, and fun activities all related to the arts. Who knows, maybe you will be involved with creative activities…and not even know it!

Held on Wednesday through Sunday of the second week of August, the Festival's trademark is its outstanding music and entertainment format and a juried artisan exhibition offering awards for artistry and presentation.

Address: Downtown Mount Vernon , Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: 740-392-3378 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mtvfestivaldirector@gmail.com
Web: www.mvmaf.org/

October

14 - 15 Heart of Ohio Tour - The Heart of Ohio Tour is a free scenic tour of agriculture related operations in Knox County. The tour includes stops at working Farms. Traditionally stops include: dairy, beef, sheep and grain operations. Other unique stops may also be featured. It is a relaxing day for the entire family!

Address: Knox County, 107 South Main Street , Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: (740) 397-0401 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@VisitKnoxOhio.org
Web: www.visitknoxohio.org

27 Mohican-Kokosing Valley Fall Foliage Tours - Enjoy Knox County's beautifully colored autumn and bronzing trees throughout the whole month of October. Driving tour maps are available to guide you through this scenic fall route.

Address: Knox County , Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: (800) 837-5282 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@VisitKnoxOhio.org
Web: www.visitknoxohio.org

November

19 Simple Goods Show - A gathering of country folk who have wonderful collections of primitive goods and antiques for sale! Please join us on Saturday, November 5, 2011, from 9AM to 3PM, at the Dan Emmett Conference Center.

Address: 160 Howard Street, Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050 , Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: 740-694-7486 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: clooker@columbus.rr.com
Web: www.picturetrail.com/simplegoods
Fee: Admission is $5.00 (Children 12 and under get in for free)

23 Mount Vernon's Annual Holiday Parade & Lighting Ceremony - The holiday season in Mount Vernon is filled with many activities for the family. On the Sunday after Thanksgiving, Mount Vernon celebrates the start of the Christmas season with its annual Christmas Walk and Parade.

The Holiday Parade features many entries decorated to fit the theme of the year. Santa makes his grand appearance at the Parade with the procession beginning at Sugar Street at 3:30 pm.

The fun continues with Downtown stores open for visitors to shop, browse, or just get ideas for gifts. At the end of the day, everyone is invited to partake in the Square Lighting Ceremony and Caroling for Christ with the Salvation Army Band directed by Major Robert Bender. This tradition that you won't want to miss, with the addition of new lights on the large evergreen across from City Hall.

Visitors to Mount Vernon during the Holiday season will experience the joy and warmth of the people of Mount Vernon at the Holiday festivities.

Address: Downtown Mount Vernon , Mount Vernon, Ohio
Ph: (740) 393-1481 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: director@mainstreetmountvernon.com
Web: www.VisitDowntownMountVernon.com

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Mount Vernon Country Club

Course Access: Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7

Mount Vernon, OH Golf Courses

Irish Hills Golf Course

Course Access: Public
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times:

Mount Vernon, OH Golf Courses

Woodward Opera House

Listed on the national register for historic places, the Woodward Opera House is situated in the heart of Mount Vernon's Central Business District. This national landmark invites you to step back in time to the 1800s and experience the history!

Mount Vernon, OH Other Attractions

Chapel Hill Golf Course

Course Access: Public
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7

Mount Vernon, OH Golf Courses

Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau

The classic American scene is alive and well in Knox County. You can come to Knox County in every season of the year and find a celebration featuring music, crafts, exhibits, games, and plenty of good food.

The Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau'

Mount Vernon, OH Visitors Center

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