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AUG 11–13

Flag City BalloonFest

July 29

Join the fun at the annual Flag City BalloonFest. This free event offers activities for all ages. Friday and Saturday evening are capped by balloon illuminations, a truly stunning sight. Emory Adams Park, 1827 S. Blanchard St., Findlay. flagcityballoonfest.com. Fri.–Sat. 7 a.m.–midnight, Sun. 7–10 a.m. Free

Southeast Festivals

AUG 4–5

Y-Bridge Arts Festival

Enjoy this creative annual gathering centered on unique art vendors and including food trucks, a beer garden and childrens art activities by the Zanesville Museum of Art and Spirited Creations. Zane’s Landing Park, North Second Street, Zanesville, ybridgeartsfestival.com. Fri. 2 p.m.–dusk, Sat. 11 a.m.–dusk. Free

AUG 5

Dresden Melon Festival

Celebrate the area’s rich melon-growing heritage during this family-friendly day of entertainment, food and activities for all ages, held on the banks of the Muskingum River. Dresden River Park, East Muskingum Avenue, Dresden, 740/607-7804. dresdenmelonfestival.com.

6 a.m.–11 p.m. Before 4 p.m. $1, after 4 p.m. $2

AUG 6

Barton Polka Festival

The 29th Annual Barton Polka Festival is the largest and oldest festival in a 60-mile radius. Enjoy a day of nonstop good music, food, raffles and fun. Fireman’s Field, 52176 Center St., Barton, ohio.org. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Free

AUG 10–13

Rivers, Trails and Ales Festival

Delight in this grass-roots, outdoor-enthusiast festival highlighting Marietta’s easily accessible outdoor activities as well as its charming down- town commercial district. East Musklingum Park, 310 Front St., Marietta, rtafest.com. Visit website for times and prices

AUG 11–13

Salt Fork Arts & Crafts Festival

Get crafty at this weekend with award-winning arts and craftsmen, live music, Appalachian heritage art demonstrations, Ohio-made pieces for sale, craft classes and food. Cambridge City Park, Edgeworth Ave., Cambridge, 740/6308935. saltforkfestival.org. Fri. noon–7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free

Other Events

AUG 19

First Capital Pride

Meet local art vendors, participate in fun activities and learn more about healthcare organizations promoting LGBTQ+ services. Guest speakers and local musicians present and perform throughout the day. Yoctangee Park, 1 Enderlin Circle, Chillicothe, 740/703-6367. firstcapitalpride.org. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free

AUG 26

Sand in the Streets Volleyball

Tournament & Beach Fest

See the downtown streets filled with sand as volleyball teams participate in a tournament. After the tournament, the sands open for fun and dancing, with music from Shakin’ and Stirred. Downtown Chillicothe, 740/701-4037. downtownchillicothe.com. 8 a.m.–10 p.m. $5

Southwest Festivals

AUG 5

Ohio River Paddlefest

Ohio River Paddlefest is the nation’s largest paddling celebration, with 2,000 participants traveling down the river through downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in canoes, kayaks and other human-powered craft while the Ohio River is closed to motorized traffic. Schmidt Recreation Complex, 2944 Humbert Ave., Cincinnati, ohioriverpaddlefest.org. 7 a.m.–2 p.m. Adults $45–$75, children $20–$25

AUG 11–13

Dayton Liederkranz-Turner

Germanfest Picnic

Dive into the German heritage tied to Dayton’s cultural identity, drink an imported beer and dig into a schnitzel. Expect homemade German food, German and domestic beer and wine, and crowd-favorite bands. Dayton Liederkranz Turner Clubhouse, 1400 E. Fifth St., Dayton, 937/429-9251. germanfestdayton.com. Visit website for times. Free

AUG 25–26

Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival

Enjoy this annual event brimming with live music, arts and crafts displays, a glass blower, food and shopping vendors, children’s activities and a beer tent. Clifton Opera House, 5 S. Clay St., Clifton, villageofclifton.com. Fri. 4–11 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–11 p.m. Free

AUG 26–27

Ohio Valley Orchid Fest

Join the fun at this orchid extravaganza and enjoy sales on orchids, supplies and other related items. The event also features an American Orchid Society judging and ribbon judging, demonstrations, repotting help, speakers, auctions, food and family fun. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 4865 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, ohiovalleyorchidfest.com. Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Visit website for prices

Other Events

AUG 4

Outdoors for All Expo

The Expo celebrates all things outdoors, with