The sun is shining, the trees are
blooming and the smell of flowers drifts in the warm spring air. As the first weekend of June approaches, Toledoans are getting excited for one of the community’s oldest and most beloved festivals. On Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, the 43rd annual Historic Old West End festival will take place across 25 city blocks of Toledo’s finest preserved neighborhood, featuring a diverse collection of Victorian and Edwardian homes, making this neighborhood a city favorite. Don’t wait for the Festival to begin. Enjoy live entertainment and fun on Friday night, June 6. The roster of events has something to appeal to all. Homeowners will open their doors to share a piece of historic Toledo with the public. Other highlights include the 105th Anniversary of the King Wamba Carnival Parade, neighborhood garage and antique sales, the OWE 5K Run/Walk, a juried art fair as well as live entertainment and concerts, with wine and a variety of locally brewed beers in the arboretum’s beer garden. The OWE Festival draws crowds from throughout the region to celebrate art, culture and creativity. So strap on your sandals and enjoy the art and history.
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