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October 2026
Descendant’s Day
Proudly celebrate your Zoar heritage with fellow descendants in this event honoring the historical heritage of the Separatists of Zoar. Descendants from across the country gather to celebrate their shared history with a variety of activities, including guest speakers and an optional group dinner. Descendants can enjoy free guided tours of the historic buildings, including the Bimeler Cabin, and opportunities to connect with family members and fellow history enthusiasts. It’s a vibrant blend of remembrance and festivity, highlighting the enduring…
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All Abilities Fall Fest
Enjoy a free, accessible celebration full of hayrides, a petting zoo, lawn games, pumpkin painting, and more. This Fall-themed event is adapted to make sure that all members of the community are able to join in on the fun, especially children with autism and their families, those with sensory processing differences, physical disabilities, and other needs that require support. This event is designed for everyone, so that no one has to adapt to fit in. 10 a.m.
Find out more »Kent State University Homecoming
Celebrate Kent State Homecoming with a full day of Golden Flash traditions and excitement! Join fellow alumni, students, families and friends for the Homecoming Block Party and Parade. Enjoy the pregame atmosphere at the Tailgate, and then head to Dix Stadium to cheer on the Golden Flashes vs Ohio University Bobcats. Whether you’re back on campus for the weekend or making new memories with your Golden Flash family, Homecoming is the perfect way to reconnect, celebrate and show your blue…
Find out more »Adapted Storytime
10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Adaptive Fishing with Rec2Connect
Guests with disabilities will learn more about fishing. 5-7 p.m.
Find out more »Ghost Tours
Looking for a frightful way to spend your evening? Travel through the 200+ year-old town of Zoar and listen by lantern light as guides tell the haunted tales involving Historic Zoar Village, including supernatural encounters shared by staff, visitors, and residents of Zoar. The tours are one hour long with free refreshments available in the Zoar Store after each tour. This event is recommended for adults and children over the age of 12. Tickets cost $19 per person. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Find out more »Ghost Tour Dinners
Add a spine-tingling addition before your Ghost Tour with a Ghost Tour themed dinner. Dare to join us, if you’re brave enough! This family-style dinner includes ghostly-themed appetizers, salad, entrée, sides, and devil’s food cake. Cost of the dinner is $35 per person or pair with a Ghost Tour for $52 per person. Whether you’re a history buff, a ghost enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique dining experience, the evening promises a night of delicious food and chilling stories.…
Find out more »Enchanted Forest
The Wilderness Center will be transformed into The Enchanted Forest. Meet costumed volunteers such as black bear, dirt, luna, moth, and slug along the pumpkin-lit trails. Afterwards, stop by TWC’s Observatory and view the night sky through powerful telescopes. $12 / member or $15/nonmember, age 2 and under are free.
Find out more »The Chillicothe Halloween Festival
A three-day festival celebrating the fun of Halloween.
Find out more »Spooky Pooch Parade
Enjoy a free festival, a parade along Madison Avenue and surrounding streets, an awards ceremony for the best dressed dogs and their owners. This is a favorite autumn tradition for Northeast Ohio dog lovers. The festival provides a tail-wagging good time for canine and human guests alike. Festivities begin at the Spooky Pooch Festival at 12:30 p.m. at Madison Park. Attendees can enjoy entertainment, kid pumpkin painting, and dog-related vendors and businesses. The costume contest parade will begin at 2…
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