Other Events

OCT 5–8

Bigfoot Basecamp Weekend

NOV 3–5

Fall Scrapbooking Crop

Get creative during these 31 peaceful hours of crafting and preserving your favorite memories of families, friends, vacations and more. Adena Mansion & Gardens, 847 Adena Rd., Chillicothe, 740/772-1500. adenamansion.com. Fri.–Sat.

9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.–7 p.m. $25–130.

Southwest Festivals

OCT 14–15

Learn more about the subject of one of North America’s most elusive folk legends as you join former “Finding Bigfoot” co-host Matt Moneymaker for a weekend full of activities including a movie night, guided tours and a VIP dinner. Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 3431 St. Rte. 95, Perrysville, 419/938-7884. mwcd.org. Visit website for times and prices.

OCT 14

Grandma Gatewood’s Fall Colors Hike

Enjoy the scenic and cultural elements of one of Hocking Hills’ most well-traveled gorges. Prepare for a 6-mile, naturalist-guided hike from Old Man’s Cave to Cedar Falls with a return at the Gorge Overlook Trail. The hike includes several hills and is not recommended for easily winded individuals. Hocking Hills State Park, St. Rte. 664 S, Logan, 740/385-6481. explorehockinghills. com. Visit website for times. Free.

Fall Farm Fest

Enjoy the Miami County Parks District’s biggest event of the year amidst tree-lined lanes and colorful foliage. The two-day festival includes pumpkins, pony rides, “Scarecrow Lane” and a 6-acre corn maze. Lost Creek Reserve, 2385 E. St. Rte. 41, Troy, 937/335-6273. miamicounty parks.com. Noon–5 p.m. Free.

OCT 14–15

Ohio Sauerkraut Festival

This festival draws approximately 460 craft vendors from over 25 states and features a menu of nearly 60 sauerkraut-themed food items. Join in on the weekend-long fun, including booths lining Main Street, shopping and more. Downtown Waynesville, Historic Main St., Waynesville, 513/897-8855. sauerkrautfestival. waynesvilleohio.com. Sat. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Free.

OCT 21–22

Cincinnati Coffee Festival

Perk up at the midwest’s premier caffeine-lovers’ event, attracting thousands of attendees as well as coffee roasters, tea and coffee shops, bakers, pastry shops and chocolatiers from southwest region. The event includes demonstrations, samples, a latte art throwdown and live music. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, 413/460-3365. cincinnaticoffeefestival.com. Visit website for times. $17.50–35.

Museums + Exhibits

OCT 21

Troops and Treats

Trick-or-treat museum-style, including familyfriendly activities, costumes and, of course, candy. This fun and slightly spooky event is designed for all ages to enjoy. National Museum of the United States Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB, 937/255-3286. nationalmuseum.af.mil. Visit website for times and prices.

Other Events

OCT 21

Train Run

Enjoy a narrated, scenic tour on the Carillon Park Railroad, a mile-long, narrow-gauge rail network equipped with a replica 1851 locomotive with room for 120 guests. Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, 937/293-2841. daytonhistory.org. 1–4 p.m. $1.