Washboards, Bigfoot and testicles: Your guide to Ohio’s weirdest festivals

We probably don’t have to tell you this, but a lot of weird shit goes on in Ohio. And we’re here for it. So much so, that we’ve decided to round up some of the state’s strangest and most unique festivals, of which there are many.

Some of these are pretty out there, though. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you.

Columbus Cigar Fest
A festival dedicated to all things cigars along the Scioto Mile
June 12-15, Columbus

Dandelion May Fest
An Amish celebration of spring complete with dandelion wine, dancing and more
May 2-3, Dover

Hocking Hills Bigfoot Festival
Dive into the legend and lore of giant primates in southern Ohio
Aug. 7-10, Vinton County Fairgrounds

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Ohio Jeep Fest
Exactly what it sounds like, an event encompassing all things Jeep in Ohio
June 6-7, Chillicothe

Ohio Pawpaw Festival
A festival dedicated to the native Midwestern fruit
Sept. 12-14, Albany

Roy Rogers Day
Formerly a festival, the state has not officially created a day dedicated to the famous actor
Annually on Nov. 5

Tiro Testicle Festival
If you want to try eating testicles, this is the event for you. Oh, there’s also live music.
No 2025 date announced yet, Tiro

Valley City Frog Jump Festival
Catch a frog and measure its jump to see which amphibian hops the highest
July 20-25, Valley City

Wapakoneta Summer Moon Festival
A lunar-focused festival highlighting Neil Armstrong in the town he grew up
July 15-20, 2025, Wapakoneta

Washboard Music Festival
A festival that celebrates the washboard (and displays largest one in the world) through music and more
June 5-7, Logan

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