Annual Events in Historic Lebanon

Lebanon Antique Show — January 15-16
More than 60 dealers from across the country offer museum-quality antiques and decorative accessories such as furniture, painting and pottery that span three different centuries. Call 513-932-1817 for details.

The Lebanon Quilt and Fabric Arts Show and Sale — March 4-6
Vendors from six states will offer for sale new and antique quilts, quilting supplies, new and vintage fabrics, and crafts related to quilt making. Call 513-932-1817 or go to www.wchsmuseum.org for details.

Easter Bunny Express at The Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — April 16-17, 22-23
Bring your own basket when you take a train ride to visit the Easter Bunny. Hunt for eggs in a bunny patch, plus work on your very own Easter crafts. Call 513-933-8022 for details.

Opening Day at Ozone Zipline Adventures — April 1
Be prepared for an eco-adventure that you'll never forget! YMCA Camp Kern is bringing the fun-filled, high-flying experience that is popular at exotic vacation spots right here to the Little Miami Valley. Call 513-932-3756 or go to www.ozonezips.org for details.

Opening Day at Kings Island — April 30
Call 513 754-5700 for details.

Opening Day at The Beach Waterpark — May 21
Call 800-886-SWIM for details.

Weekday Train Rides at The Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — May through August
Take a one-hour train ride back in time in vintage train cars from the 1930's! Call 513-933-8022 for details.

LPGA Futures Tour at the Golf Center at Kings Island — June 6-12
Now in its 29th season, it has been designated as the official developmental tour of the LPGA. 6042 Fairway Drive, Mason, OH 45040. Call 513 398-5200 for details.

Grand Tasting at Valley Vineyards Winery — monthly
Call 513 899-2485 for details.

Warren County Fair — July 18-23
Come to the fair and enjoy 4-H activities, food, rides, home exhibits, harness racing, demo derby, tractor pulls, clowns, music, and fun. Located at the Warren County Fairgrounds: 665 N. Broadway, Lebanon. Call 513-932-2636 for details.

11th Annual Lebanon Blues Festival — August 6
Blues fill the streets of historic Lebanon on August 2nd. Revel in the sounds and styles of multiple bands, munch on some hearty BBQ, and channel your inner-car buff at a classic car show. Call 513-588-0321 for details.

Clifford's Big Red Train Ride at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — August 13-14, 20-21, 27-28
Ride along with Clifford and Emily Elizabeth as you hear about all their adventures from a live story teller. Call 513-932-8022 for details.

Western & Southern Financial Group Masters & Women's Open — August 13-21
The Financial Group Masters is one the 13 “major” events in men's tennis, and stars such as 2006 champion Andy Roddick, Lleyton Hewitt, Rafael Nadal, 2007 champion Roger Federer, and many more are expected to play! Lindner Family Tennis Center, 5460 Courseview Dr., Mason, OH 45040. Call 513 651-0303 for details.

The Group Women's Open is the only professional women’s tennis tournament in the Midwest. This world-class event will feature the top women's tennis players in the world including stars the likes of Venus Williams, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova! Lindner Family Tennis Center, 5460 Courseview Dr., Mason, OH 45040. Call 513 651-0303 for details.

Day Out With Thomas the Tank Engine at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — September 9-11,16-18
Call 513-933-8022 for details.

Ohio Renaissance Festival — September 3 - October 16
Watch 16th century England come alive as valiant knights compete in the joust and swordsmen engage in hand-to-hand combat. Learn traditional crafts such as glassblowing and blacksmithing, or stroll the grounds feasting like royalty on juicy roasted turkey legs. Call 513-897-7000 for details.

Halloween Haunt at Kings Island — September 23-24 and October 30
With frightening attractions, haunted trails, spooky mazes, vampires and zombies, this is no average walk in the park. Little ghouls and goblins will love Halloween Haunt's own kid-friendly area, Nick-or-Treat, where they can trick-or-treat with all of their favorite Nickelodeon characters. Call 513 754-5700 for details.

Country Applefest — September 24
Find wonderful hand made crafts such as pottery, porcelain vases, wreaths, gemstone and beaded jewelry, candles, baskets, and a variety of wonderful decorations for any holiday to complement great apple-inspired dishes. Call 1-877-933-APPL for details.

Pumpkin Patch Express at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — All Weekends in October
Capture moments with friends and family on your way to a working farm where a petting zoo, pumpkin-picking and a corn maze await. Call 513-933-8022 for details.

Lebanon Antiques Show — October 1 & 2
More than 60 dealers from across the country will offer antiques and decorative accessories such as country furniture, paintings, and pottery spanning three different centuries. Call 513-932-1817 or go to www.wchsmuseum.org for details.

Ohio Sauerkraut Festival — October 8-9
More than 30 different food booths will offer sauerkraut specialties such as Reubens and Sauerkraut Pizzas If your taste buds are seeking something sweet and a bit daring, try Sauerkraut Donuts or Sauerkraut Fudge. With a sauerkraut dish in hand, stroll the festival streets and browse the arts and crafts presented by nearly 450 artisans. Call 513-897-8855 for details.

Devils' Staircase Hillclimb — October 9
Sponsored by the Dayton Motorcyle Club. Call 937-263-9321 for details.

Christmas in Historic Springboro — November 18-20
Springboro's historic downtown district will be decorated as the aromas and sounds of the season fill the air. Find unique holiday gift ideas at one of the festival's craft tents, and watch Santa and Mrs. Claus lead a parade through the city. Call 937-748-0074 for details.

Holiday Fest at The Beach Waterpark — date to be announced
Call 800 886-SWIM or visit www.thebeachwaterpark.com for details.

North Pole Express at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — November 26-27 and December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18
Call 513-933-8022 for details.

Historic Lebanon Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade and Christmas Festival — December 3
Early birds line the streets for the first parade in the afternoon and those who come for the second parade in the evening are treated to glowing candles and gaslights illuminating the parade. Storytelling, musical entertainment, free photos with Santa, street characters, and extended business hours for our antique and specialty stores. Parade times are 1 pm and 7 pm. Located on Broadway in Lebanon. Call 513-932-1100 for details.

Christmas at Glendower — Weekends in December
This 1840 Greek-revival mansion is decorated for the Christmas holiday and open to the public from 12-5 pm daily. Cost is $5 for adults; $4.50 for seniors; $3.50 for children. Located at 105 Cincinnati Ave., Lebanon. Call 513-932-1817 for details.

Waynesville's Christmas in the Village — December 2-4
Call 513-897-8855 or go to www.waynesvilleohio.com for details.

For help in making reservations for area attractions, give us a call at (513) 932-7575. We want you to have a wonderful time at the Shaker Inn.