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State Regions Because dates, times and locations are subject to change, please call ahead to confirm all details before traveling. For a more complete listing of events, visit ohiomagazine. com/events.
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JULY Central
Festivals JUL 13
Columbus Beerfest
Raise a glass to this special event with more than 130 participating breweries and live music. All proceeds from the event support adoption and spaying and neutering programs for rescue animals. Kemba Live! 405 Neil Ave., Columbus, 614/461-5483. columbusbeerfest.com. Visit website for times and prices.
Museums + Exhibits THRU JUL 21
Art Quilt Alliance: Thread of a Poem
See nontraditional quilts inspired by abstract and literal translations of poetry. This exhibition features beautiful artworks made from hand-dyed and painted fabrics, accented by items found in nature. Dublin Arts Council, 7125 Riverside Dr., Dublin, 614/889-7444. dublinarts.org. Visit website for times and prices. THRU AUG 28
Chronicles: The Great Depression and the Pandemic
Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest
Get things sizzling at this saucy annual event full of swinging sounds. Enjoy live jazz music, delicious barbecue offerings and a variety of cold brews, while you celebrate the best of summer living. Bicentennial Park, 233 S. Civic Center Dr., Columbus, hotribscooljazz.org. Fri. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Free. JUL 27–AUG 7
Ohio State Fair
This exhibition highlights Depression-era photographers from the Works Progress Administration’s Farm Security Administration program as well as contemporary photographers reacting to the current pandemic. A theme throughout is the resilience of the American people as they tackle the trials and tribulations placed before them. Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster, 740/681-1423. decartsohio.org. Wed.–Fri. 11 a.m.–4 p.m.,Sat.– Sun. 1–4 p.m. Free. THRU SEPT 11
Topiary Takeover
See fascinating animal figures as part of a colorful topiary collection. Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/715-8000. fpconservatory.org. Visit website for times and prices. JUL 15–OCT 30
Raphael — The Power of Renaissance Images: The Dresden Tapestries and their Impact
Experience the Ohio State Fair and all it offers, including tradition, food, animals, rides, shopping, arts, entertainment, music, education and more. Ohio Expo Center & State Fair, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, 614/644-3247. ohiostatefair.com. Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat.–Sun. 9 a.m.–9 p.m., except Sun. Aug. 7 admission gates close at 6 p.m. Adults $10, seniors 60+ $8, children 6–12 $8, 5 and under free, veterans, military and first responders (police, fire and EMT) free with appropriate ID. 14
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Own Way,” “Landslide,” “Gypsy” and more. Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. columbussymphony.com. 8 p.m. Visit website for prices.
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express
Lancaster Festival
JUL 22–24
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JUL 21–30
Embrace community fun, art and live music, with performances by Lady A, Rick Springfield with the Lancaster Festival Orchestra, Elton Rohn: The Premier Elton John Tribute Show and Monday Night Jazz: The Byron Stripling Band and Friends. Downtown, Lancaster, 740/6874804. lancasterfestival.org. Visit website for full schedule of events, times and prices.
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Explore this tapestry-focused exhibition to see monumental and historically significant works, woven directly from painted compositions. Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/221-6801. columbusmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.
Music + Theater JUL 9
Landslide: A Tribute to the Music of Fleetwood Mac
Join the Columbus Symphony in a tribute to Fleetwood Mac, with hits including “Go Your
A snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks, and by morning it is one passenger less. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, his door locked from the inside. Detective Hercule Poirot must identify the murderer. Weathervane Playhouse, 100 Price Rd., Newark, 740/366-4616. weathervaneplayhouse.org. Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m. Adults $37, seniors $35, students with ID $26, children $15. JUL 17
Dermot Kennedy
Listen to the sweet sounds of this Irish singer-songwriter best known for his songs “Outnumbered” and “Better Days.” Kennedy’s first headlining world tour highlights his greatest hits. Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, 614/469-9850. capa.com. 8 p.m. $39.50–$249.50.
Northeast Festivals JUL 9–10
Music in the Valley Folk & Wine Festival Sample some of the best of Ohio wine and mead while Hale Farm & Village’s historic grounds come alive with music. Hundreds of musicians join in for both casual, spontaneous gatherings and formal staged performances. Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, 330/666-3711. halefarm.org. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Visit website for prices. JUL 16
Headlands Beach Fest
Have fun in the sun with the “ultimate beach party,” featuring all-day entertainment, handson activities, food trucks, arts and crafts vendors and more. Kids have opportunities to get their hands dirty and compete in the Family Sandcastle Building Contest. Headlands Beach State Park, 9601 Headlands Rd., Mentor, 440/4668400. cityofmentor.com. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Free.
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