Discover Clermont's Fall Bucket List

The City of Loveland’s area businesses and the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance are turning the Historic Downtown Loveland into a German village Sept. 13-14. 

NEW THIS YEAR: Try your luck on the mechanical bull ride! Local DVD Brewery & Bad Tom Smith’s Brewing will be on site with their delicious draft beers making a great addition to the infamous Warsteiner draft served every year. Servatii’s and Schmidt’s Sausage Truck are new and exciting additions to this year’s event! 

Learn more here: https://lovinlifeloveland.com/events/oktoberfest/  

2. Get lost in the corn maze at Shaw Farms

It is almost time for another fall farm-tastic celebration like no other! The Shaw Farms Pumpkin Times event features a huge corn maze with a kid-friendly treasure hunt, two interactive playgrounds, and a horse and tractor drawn hayrides through the scenic countryside that is Shaw Farms.

3. Attend the Mustard Seed Market at the Clermont County Fairgrounds September 20-22 

The Mustard Seed Market is a uniquely curated vendor market that is hosted by Rustic Grains where you can shop over 100 local shop small businesses while also bringing fun experiences like live music, a wide array of food trucks and things for the whole family to enjoy! Make plans to join Rustic Grains for an autumn inspired Fall at the Mustard Seed Market. They are raking up an unforgettable experience intentionally created just for you! The vendors are already preparing to bring all things cozy- think flannels, sweaters, apple cider, mums and pumpkins galore.   

Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventeny.com/events/mustardseedmarket-11215/?series=4081  

4. Shop at a Local Fall Farmer’s Market 

Enjoy all the local flavors at one of Clermont's local markets!  Enjoy local fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, honey, soaps and more! Some are open year-round, and others are seasonal. Be sure to check the website for details.  

Find local markets here: https://discoverclermont.com/things-to-do/all-shopping/local-markets/ 

5. Explore the Clermont County Food and Farm Tour September 28-29

The Clermont County Food and Farm Tour is back! 

On Saturday September 28th and Sunday September 29th, eight Clermont County farms are inviting you in for a tour. View a variety of animals along the tour including buffalo, alpaca, cattle, fish and more! 

Learn more here: https://discoverclermont.com/events/clermont-county-farm-tour/  

6. Try the pumpkin spice coffee at Bean and Brew

What’s fall without a little bit of pumpkin spice? Whether you're in the mood for a Pumpkin Roll Chai or a Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Latte, Bean and Brew in Batavia has got you covered!  

7. Visit the 48th annual Pumpkin Run at the Clermont County Fairgrounds October 4-6 

The Pumpkin Run Nationals is an annual car show and swap meet held at the Clermont County Fairgrounds in Owensville, Ohio. This event, organized by the Fastiques Rod and Custom Car Club of Southern Ohio, is the largest car show in Southwest Ohio, featuring over 2,500 classic vehicles from 1974 and older. 

The 2024 event will take place from October 4th to October 6th. It includes activities like live music, food vendors, and a grand prize drawing for a 1929 Ford Pick Up. The event also supports charitable causes, including the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. 

Learn more here: https://discoverclermont.com/events/pumpkin-run-national-show/  

8. Enjoy a fall foliage hike at East Fork State Park 

Witness the explosion of colors that spread across East Fork State Park in Bethel during the autumn times. 

Click here to find the best trails in East Fork State Park: https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/ohio/east-fork-state-park  

9. Celebrate art along the Ohio River at the RiverArts Festival on Oct. 5 

Come celebrate fine art, music, and food along the scenic Ohio River in New Richmond on Saturday, October 5th from 12pm-6pm.  

10. Prepared to be scared at All Hallow’s Eve Terror Town

It’s that time of year again. The western town of Bravado– also known as All Hallows Eve’s TERROR TOWN– is preparing to open its gates to visitors for another season. Offering three main attractions: Darkwood Theatre, Buzzsaw, and the Terror Trail. These will be sure to leave you shaking in your boots! After the fright of your life, enjoy a haunting culinary haven at the Haunted Dining Delights.  

11. Pick your own apples at Pringles Orchard

This fall, take the whole family to Pringles Orchard for apple picking. Pringles Orchard is a family owned and operated Orchard in Goshen.    

12. Immerse yourself at BLINK Cincinnati October 17- 20 

BLINK Cincinnati is a must-see this fall! See vibrant visuals and captivating sounds that transformed over 30 city blocks in downtown Cincinnati and Norhtern Kentucky into an experience like no other.  

Learn more here: https://www.blinkcincinnati.com/  

13. Indulge in a fall seasonal latte flight at Wholy Beans Coffee

Calling all coffee lovers! Wholy Beans in New Richmond offers fall coffee flights that include all the fall flavors such as Pumpkin Spice Latte and Caramel Brûlée Latte. 

It’s not fall without football! How lucky are we to have two hometown teams?! Whether you're rooting for the opposing team or repping the orange and the red, stay in Clermont County and beat the rush!  

15. Get cozy at the Little Miami Brewery with a fall festive brew

Get in the fall spirit by sitting around the fire and taking in the scenic views of the Little Miami River while sippin’ on beer.  

16. Climb into the cockpit for Hanger Halloween at the Tri-State Warbird Museum

Need a little bit of history this Halloween? Then the Tri-State Warbird Museum is the place to be for you! Bring the whole family to Hangar Halloween and come dressed in your costume for some fun family activities! 

Click here for more information: https://www.tri-statewarbirdmuseum.org/event/hangar-halloween-2024/   

17. Pick pumpkins at Blooms and Berries

Fall on the Farm at Blooms and Berries in Loveland is a must-see this fall. From pumpkin picking to the new Beer Garden, and a 5-acre corn maze, there are fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.  

Learn more about dates and pricing here: https://bloomsandberries.com/fun-things-to-do/fall-on-the-farm/  

18. Enter the scare zone at Kings Island Halloween Haunt

19. Sip with the spirits while touring the historical Cincinnati Distilling 

Cincinnati Distilling resides in a building built in the early nineteenth century in Milford that was previously known as the Millcroft Inn. Learn more about the history of Milford, the Millcroft, and Cincinnati Distilling while on a tour of the distillery and sip on samples of the spirits distilled right here in Cincinnati. Some even say the distillery is haunted... 

Schedule your tour here: https://www.cincinnatidistilling.com/tours-experiences  

20. Visit the Cincinnati Zoo for HallZOOween and Jack O’Lantern Glow

HallZOOween is FREE with Zoo Admission! Guests will be treated to a day of fun at the Cincinnati Zoo! Enjoy trick or treat stations, animal enrichment, and so much more! HallZOOween will run October 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.  

Learn more here: https://cincinnatizoo.org/events/hallzooween/  

Jack O’ Lantern Glow is an immersive walkthrough experience with more than 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins and fall displays along a half-mile trail in the Zoo, making it the largest of its kind in the Tri-state area! Experience the grandeur of fall at the Cincinnati Zoo, where it transforms into a mesmerizing wonderland of illuminated jack o’lanterns, breathtaking displays, and special effects that elevate your autumn nights to extraordinary heights. This event is select dates: October 3-6, 11-13, 18-31, 2024  

Learn more here: https://cincinnatizoo.org/events/jack-olantern-glow/