Top Festivals & Events on the Riverway - 2026 Spring Guide
Festival season is here! Check out our round-up of upcoming 2026 major spring (April through June) festivals to add the calendar.
APRIL
Hug the Earth Festival at Lost Creek Reserve in Troy
Saturday, April 18 from 12pm to 5pm
Live Music, High Adventure Rock Climbing Wall, Zip Lines, and Tree Climbing, Caterpillar Train Rides, an Animal Safari, Rock and Fossil Digs, Farm Animal Encounters, Butterfly House Visits, and Animal Games. Fairy and Gnome House Building, Archery, Rocket Shoots.
An Art Affair in Tipp City
Saturday, April 25 from 10am to 4pm
Browse a diverse collection of artwork by local artists with live music and food on-site. Admission is free.
3rd Annual Hollow Earth Festival in Hamilton
Saturday, April 25 from 1pm to 7pm
Symmes Park Playground / 4th Street Park
This festival celebrates "all things Hamilton and notable veterans & visionaries."
Live music, food trucks, vendors, games, beer, circus performers, subterranean petting zoo, kids zone
MAY
Piqua Taste of the Arts
Friday, May 8 from 5pm to 9pm
Food, live music and entertainment, demonstrations and art. Admission is free.
Big Amusement Carnival at the Piqua Center
May 8-17, 5-11 p.m. weekdays and 1-11 p.m. weekends
Enjoy carnival rides, games, food, fun and more.
Troy Truck Yard at Herrlinger Park
Friday, May 8 from 6 to 9pm
Live music, drinks, and food trucks.
Spring Fest in the Burg in Miamisburg
May 15-17
Maker’s Mart full of local artists selling handmade goods, live music, parade, food, beer and a carnival at Riverfront Park. Free admission. Best of Dayton 2024 and 2025.
Miami County Food Truck Rally & Competition
May 16 from 11am to 9pm
More than 60 food trucks, live entertainment, vendors, a car show and more at the Miami County Fairgrounds. Admission is $5 per carload.
Fleurs de Fete at Carillon Park
Sunday, May 17 from 1pm to 4pm.
Carillon Historical Park’s annual wine festival. Wine tastings, local gourmet food, live entertainment, a silent auction and more. Tickets are $80 in advance.
Downtown Spring Street Fair in Sidney
Saturday, May 23 from 8am to 1pm
A free community event & farmer's market opening day with art, food, music, activities, and other entertainment.
JUNE
Troy Strawberry Festival
June 5-7
Full weekend of food, entertainment and fun in the downtown and on the levee. One of the most beloved and well-attended festival on the Riverway, celebrating its 50th year.
Juneteenth Opening Celebration at Troy-Hayner Cultural Center
Friday, June 19 from 630pm to 830pm
Free event featuring a children’s art exhibit, light hors d’oeuvres and live music by the Deron Bell Band, presenting “The History of Funk Music in Ohio.”
Celtic Heritage Festival at Johnston Farm & Indian Agency
June 20–21
Enjoy Celtic music, canal boat rides and tours of the historic Johnston House.
Vintage in the Village in Tipp City
Saturday, June 20 from 10am to 3pm
Outdoor and indoor vendors offering vintage, antique and artisan treasures in historic downtown Tipp City, plus food trucks and more.
Pickle Fest in Miamisburg
Saturday, June 20 from 3pm to 10pm
"Dayton's Most Dillicious Day"
Live music and all things... pickles. Tickets are $10.
Shelby County Community Picnic
June 26, from 530pm to 730pm
Bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets for a relaxed evening of music by the Sidney Civic Band and musical crafts for children. Free snacks provided.
Downtown Putt Around in Sidney
Saturday, June 27 from 2pm to 5pm
Teams putt around the downtown at different putting greens created by downtown businesses all for a chance at a prize.
Carillon Park Rail Festival
June 27-28
Featuring free miniature train rides, $5 rides on the full-size Carillon Park Railroad, live steam engines, model train displays, historical displays, and more. Carillon Historical Park is home to B&O No. 1 John Quincy Adams—the oldest surviving American-built locomotive—a Barney & Smith wooden parlor car, an Interurban, a train station, and more. Regular admission applies.
Tawawa Civic Park Cruise-In & Craft Show in Sidney
June 28, from 12pm to 3pm
Classic cars, handmade crafts, and hometown fun in one unforgettable day at beautiful Tawawa Park with free admission, door prizes, food trucks, music and more. Free admission.