From family festivals to holiday happenings, Guernsey County hosts a steady drumbeat of signature events throughout the seasons.
Enjoy run/walk events along the Great Guernsey Trail, like the 7th Annual Spring Run/Walk Races (May 17, 2025) which feature a half marathon, 10k and 5k races and Fun Run.
The annual Ohio Bigfoot Conference (May 3, 2025) at Salt Fork State Park Lodge each spring brings together both looky-loos and cryptozoologists intent on finding the long elusive creature.
In Fairview, the Pennyroyal Opera House hosts national champions, Grammy winners and more for bluegrass performances Sept.-May each year.
Salt Fork Arts & Crafts Festival (August 8-10, 2025) showcases the nation’s finest artisans and craftspeople with Appalachian Heritage exhibits, craft classes, entertainment and much more at Cambridge City Park. From chainsaw art to ceramics, festivalgoers enjoy browsing handmade treasures and gifts.
The Living Word Outdoor Drama (Fridays, June 13- September 26, 2025) transports audiences to Old Jerusalem (via a 400-ft. panoramic set) for a dramatic retelling of the latter years of Jesus. Don’t miss special theme nights, discounts and performances for teens, seniors, Veterans and more.
Now in its 23rd year, the Deerassic Classic (August 1-2, 2025) brings outdoor enthusiasts from near and far for a one-of-a-kind, adults-only festival fundraiser fest. Food and entertainment keep the lively crowd engaged, while dozens of drawings for everything from cash to cars benefit the park’s youth and family nature education programming. The self-proclaimed “World’s Largest 50/50 drawing” awards more than $1 million in prizes.
The Paul Bunyan Show (October 3-5, 2025) has delighted visitors with feats of outdoor strength and skill since 1957. The annual festival and competition takes place at the Guernsey County Fairgrounds featuring the International Lumberjack Competition, chainsaw carvers, heavy equipment demos, crafts and more.
What’s the best murder mystery in Ohio? Elementary, Dear Watson. Cambridge’s Sherlock Holmes Weekend (November 7-8, 2025) promises a brand-new adventure “The Problem of the Two Faced Spector,” over two mysterious days! Fans of escape rooms or immersive theater will love this unique offering.
They don’t make holiday events more charming than our 20th Annual Dickens Victorian Village, when Cambridge’s historic downtown transforms into the Olde England of Dickens novels (November 1, 2025- January 1, 2026). Stroll amidst nearly 100 scenes of lifelike characters representing scenes from the Victorian era as you amble along charming downtown architecture and streetscapes. The downtown courthouse lights up with an enchanting display of 85,000 lights synchronized to festive music, captivating visitors and earning Dickens Victorian Village the title of the “Most Unique Holiday Destination in the Midwest!” Throughout the holiday season, special teas, carriage and trolley rides plus other events add to the charm. Be sure to check our website for dates and details—there’s always something magical happening!