Annual Events in Historic Lebanon

Lebanon Antique Show — January
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 — February 29 - March 2
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 for details.

Easter Bunny Express at The Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — March 15-22
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 513-932-8022 for details.

Wayneville's Spring Fling — April 12-13
Wayneville's historic downtown will be overflowing with charm (and great bargains) as the sights and sound of spring begin to blossom. Call 513-897-8855 for details.

Opening Day at Kings Island — April 20
Call 800/288-0808 for details.

Little Engine That Could at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — May 3-11
Listen to stories and have your picture taken alongside the Litlle Engine that Cound and other famous characters from the beloved children's book. Call 513-933-8022 for details.

Opening Day at The Beach Waterpark — May 17
Call 800-886-SWIM for details.

Old Main Street Antique Show in Waynesville — May 25
Forty visiting dealers will offer an amazing display of antiques including quilts advertising memorabilia, glassware, pottery, and furniture – primitive and formal. Call 513-987-8855 for details.

Fort Ancient Celebration: A Gathering of Four Directions — June 7-8
Experience the largest American Indian-themed event offered by the Ohio Historical Society. Enjoy storytelling and archery, plus witness live drummers and 100 dancers perform an unforgettable dance display. Call 800-283-8904 for details.

Grand Tasting at Valley Vineyards Winery — June 25
Call 513 899-2485 for details.

Muggles Express at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — July 5-20
Ride the rails with other witches, wizards, and muggles. Enjoy a costume contest, crafting, and a feast at Lebanon's famous Golden Lamb Restaurant and Inn. Call 513-932-8022 for details.

Warren County Fair — July 14-19
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.

10th Annual Lebanon Blues Festival — August 2
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 16-24
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.

Ohio Renaissance Festival — August 30 - October 19
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.

Old Main Street Antique Show in Waynesville — September 14
Forty visiting dealers will offer an amazing display of antiques including quilts advertising memorabilia, glassware, pottery, and furniture – primitive and formal. Call 513-987-8855 for details.

Mason Arts Festival — September 26 - November 2
Call 513-573-0007 for details.

Halloween Haunt at Kings Island — September 14
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 800 288-0808 for details.

Lebanon Antiques Show — September 27-28
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 for details.

Country Applefest — September 27
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 513-932-6585 for details.

Pumpkin Patch Express at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — October 4 - November 2
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.

Ohio Sauerkraut Festival — October 11-12
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 12
Call 937-263-9321 for details.

Springboro Haunted Hot Dog Roast — October 14
Tour guides lead a ghost tour of historic Springboro where you can learn about the spirits of some of the city's earliest residents. Call 937-748-0074 for details.

Hearth Warming Holidays in Waynesville — November 7-8
Call 513-897-8855 for details.

Christmas in Historic Springboro — November 21-23
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 — November 21 - January 4, 2009
Call 800 886-SWIM for details.

North Pole Express at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad — November 29 - December 21
Call 513-933-8022 for details.

Christmas in Mason — December 5
Call 513-398-4593 for details.

Historic Lebanon Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade and Christmas Festival — December 6
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 — December
This 1840 Greek-revival mansion is decorated for the Christmas holiday and open to the public from 1-8 pm daily. Cost is $3 for adults; $1 for children. Located at 105 Cincinnati Ave., Lebanon. Call 513-932-1817 for details.

Waynesville's Christmas in the Village — December 5-7
Call 513-897-8855 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.