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Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in a rich culture, hop on a tour, enjoy a little comfort food or find your bliss away from the everyday, you’ll find what you are looking for here in Ohio’s Amish Country. Explore

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Ohio Amish Country

Family-friendly adventures abound in Ohio Amish Country, providing plenty of opportunities to create memories together. Face a geyser, bridges and more entertaining obstacles at Cabin Creek Golf, a 36-hole miniature golf course in Sugarcreek.

Visit The Farm at Walnut Creek to experience a working farm and animal park. Hand-feed domestic and exotic animals, and step inside a nonelectric Amish farmhouse to observe baking, canning and sewing demonstrations.

When it’s time to eat, grab a sandwich, salad and ice cream at Mudd Valley Cafe and Creamery. The full-service eatery is located at Walnut Creek Cheese, which also offers one of the area’s largest bulk food shops.

Head to the Berlin area for more great dining options, including Berlin Farmstead or its sister eatery, Der Dutchman Restaurant. The Millersburg favorite has been serving delicious Amish-style comfort food since 1969. From fry pies to whole pies, get the area’s best baked goods at Hershberger’s Farm & Bakery in Millersburg, as well as fresh, home-grown produce. Kids can hilarious variety shows, visit the Amish Country Theater just outside of Berlin. Then, extend your stay overnight with accommodations such as the country camping at Timbercrest Camp and RV Park in Millersburg. For more information, go to visitamishcountry.com.

Medina County

From music-filled gatherings to festivals that are ripe with tradition, Medina County is hopping with summertime fun.

The Wadsworth Blue Tip Festival returns June 20 through 24, kicking off with a huge parade and the lighting of a 20-foot Blue Tip match. The Saint Ambrose Summer Festival features tribute bands, games, rides and delicious food in Brunswick from June 22 to 25.

Hop into the action at the Valley City Frog Jump on July 23. Held for over 50 years, the celebrated event attracts more than 700 frogs. A tradition since 1845, the Medina County Fair promises fun for all July 31 to Aug. 6, with great food, craftwork, entertainment and even a live rodeo. Affair on the Square brings over 140 handmade craft makers, live music, food trucks and more to Medina’s Public Square on Aug. 13.

Live-music lovers can get their fill at the South Town Music Festival on Aug. 19, featuring more than a dozen bands and singers on multiple stages. The Mapleside

Farms Concerts Over the Valley bring picturesque views and live music together on Friday evenings. Experience other great events such as Balloons over Wadsworth, Aug. 4 to 5, and Medina Cars & Coffee classic car cruise-ins on June 18 and Aug. 13. The weekly Medina Square Farmers Market runs through September, and the Wadsworth Farmers Market kicks off on June 24. For more information, go to visitmedinacounty.com.

From festivals to concerts, Medina County is packed with events (above). Family adventures abound in Ohio Amish Country (opposite page).

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