Music Festivals

Join us for an evening of beautiful classical music at the historic Salle Gaveau. The renowned Orange County Youth Symphony from California, USA, will perform in Paris as part of their European tour. The orchestra consists of around 70 talented young musicians and will present works by Beethoven, Debussy, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, and more. ✨ Expect a wonderful journey through Romantic and Impressionist music in one of Paris's most iconic concert halls. **📍 Venue:** Salle Gaveau, Paris **📅 Date:** Wednesday, June 17, 2026 **🕡 Time:** Meet at 18:10; the concert starts at 18:30. **🎟️ Admission:** I have 4 tickets **Important:** ⚠️ Tickets are limited. Please register **only if you are certain you can attend**. If your plans change, kindly update your RSVP as soon as possible so that someone else can enjoy the opportunity. This event is perfect for anyone who enjoys classical music, cultural experiences, or simply discovering beautiful venues in Paris. Looking forward to sharing this musical evening together! 🎶✨

Entre jazz délicat et soul envoûtante, Capucine Hav à la contrebasse et au chant, accompagnée du guitariste Mathias Chauvet, vous invite à un voyage musical plein de chaleur et d’émotion. Porté par le groove, l’improvisation et la complicité du duo, ce concert promet un moment authentique, élégant et inspirant. Capucine Hav - voix, contrebasse Mathias Chauvet - guitare 🗓️MERCREDI 17 JUIN de 22H15 à 00H30 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔴 entrée gratuite + sans réservation + 5 € (minimum) de contribution aux musiciens sur votre premier verre (nous préférons l'argent liquide) + consommation obligatoire 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations

Hola a todos ** Únete a nosotros para conocer gente de todo el mundo en un ambiente amigable. Los participantes son rusos, españoles, griegos, italianos, franceses, ucranianos, indios… ¡Vienen de todas partes – es el afterwork internacional! Estamos aquí para un encuentro amistoso!!! **Concepto** Internacionales y parisinos se reúnen para hablar con todos y en todos los idiomas. A tu llegada, pide al organizador una pegatina numerada. También es un juego rompehielos: encuentra a la persona con el mismo número que tú y ¡los dos ganan un chupito o una pequeña degustación de cóctel para romper el hielo! Puedes llegar a la hora que quieras, pero cuanto antes vengas, mejor para disfrutar del ambiente. **Información práctica:** Horario: De 19h30 a 22h30 Gratis con el pase a recoger en la app gratuita Socializus WhatsApp para info rápida: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye) **Cómo participar:** * Verifica la dirección exacta con la app gratuita y el pase gratuito: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) * Apoya a la asociación para cubrir los gastos del meetup con una tarjeta anual aquí: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Mantente conectado en todas partes:** Meetup : [https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/) WhatsApp (info y recordatorios) : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye) (Activa “Recibir todo” para no perder nada) Grupo de Facebook : [https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/](https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/) Página de Facebook – Fotos y noticias : **[https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina](https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina)** Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Hazte Organizador: (y recibe una bebida gratis) [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) Es 100% gratuito porque somos una asociación sin ánimo de lucro, cuyo objetivo es crear encuentros 100% amistosos. ✦✦ Pueden surgir cambios de última hora, pero todo se actualiza en la app con el pase gratuito. Para gestionar mejor el número de participantes, contamos con las inscripciones mediante el pase gratuito. ¡Apúntate solo si estás seguro/a de venir, contamos contigo! / Al participar aceptas ser fotografiado y/o grabado. Las fotos y vídeos podrán compartirse en nuestras redes sociales o usarse con fines comerciales. También puedes publicar tus propias fotos con el hashtag #socializus

Hi guys, The summer is coming ! let’s meet by the river the first outdoor jam (metro Pont Marie). It’s an outdoor jam where everyone is welcome to come. See the map in the photo and don’t hesitate to ask in the comments. Bring something to drink, and your instrument. There will be a bass a guitar the mics with 2 Bose amps and the new Tama coctail drums ;). 10 Euros for stage bracelet to play / free to Watch.

🟡🟡🟡 FRANÇAIS 🟡🟡🟡 (⬇🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢⬇) Si tu aimes MARCHER 👟 , prendre des PHOTOS 📸 et faire de nouvelles RENCONTRES 💬, rejoins-nous ! 😊 ✅ MEETUP GRATUIT sur présentation de la carte membre Bubble Up Travels (si tu n'as pas encore la carte membre elle peut se créer le jour de la sortie, elle coûte 5€ et est valide 6 mois + 3 mois offerts) ✅ ☀ OUVERT A TOUS 20-39 ans ☀ 🔥 places limitées 🔥 **Mercredi 17 juin**, viens faire une balade nocturne à Paris ✨ avec un groupe d'internationaux et locaux 😊 suivi d'un apéro convivial sur les Quais de Seine 🍻💬😊 Au programme : **😍 20h-22h : PARiS BY NiGHT ✨ ICONiC PARiS PHOTOWALK** : Balade de 1h30 à 2h (en fonction de notre rythme). Nous passerons par de nombreux endroits emblématiques de Paris, notamment : ✨ Le Louvre, ✨ Notre Dame de Paris, ✨ Quais de Seine, ✨ célèbres ponts, monuments et sculptures illuminés ✨ Viens flâner avec nous ! 👋💬😊 **🍻 22h-23h (ou plus tard pour les plus motivés) : APERO le long des QUAIS de SEINE 👋💬😊** Nouveau/nouvelle à Paris ? Expat ? Français d'un des « 6 coins » de l’Hexagone ou des DOM-TOM ? Parisien ? Erasmus ? Etudiant? Nomad-worker? Aupair? Long-term resident? Touriste? …. tu as entre 20-39 ans? Oui?! Tu veux faire de nouvelles rencontres? Oui?! Alooors ! N'hésite pas ! Viiiens ! 📸👋💬😍☀😊 N'hésite pas à venir seul ou avec des amis. Toute personne intéressée par cette sortie est la bienvenue 😊 **📍 RDV à 20h00** (nous attendrons 5-10 minutes (maximum) avant de commencer à marcher 😊 ) A très vite pour de nouvelles découvertes et nouvelles rencontres 😊 🔥 BALADE UNIQUE en 2026 🔥 places limitées 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ☝️ RECOMMANDATIONS ☝️ BOUTEILLE D'EAU + BONNES CHAUSSURES pour marcher confortablement 😊 🟡 LIMITES 🟡 Les BALADES PHOTOS ne sont PAS des visites guidées ni des cours de photographie. 😊 OBJECTIFS 🤩 * MARCHER (c’est bon pour la santé) * FAIRE DE NOUVELLES DECOUVERTES (c’est bon pour l’esprit) * PRENDRE DES PHOTOS (tous niveaux, tous appareils : caméra, smartphone) * FAIRE DE NOUVELLES RECONTRES AMICALES pour passer une journée mémorable ensemble :) ⛅ PRÉVISIONS MÉTÉO ☀ Si la veille du meetup les prévisions méteo indiquent : * ☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup maintenu :) * 🌧🌩 : meetup annulé/reporté. (Si annulé/reporté, vous serez averti par email la veille de la sortie, vers 22h) 🔥 Places limitées : 25-30 participants 🔥 (pour réussir à rester groupés) Bloque vite ta place! mais n'oublie pas de la libérer 48h avant l'event si tu penses avoir un imprévu ou coup de mou, afin de permettre à qqn de 100% sûr de venir de pouvoir participer ! (Une désinscription la veille tard ou le jour J est inutile et te vaudra la perte de priorité sur les futurs events en cas d'event complet et liste d'attente) 👉 #tu t'inscris tu viens 😊 #soisprésent 😊 👉 objectif: 💯% de présences, rencontres & fun 😂 A très vite pour partager un moment de convivialité ensemble et faire de nouvelles rencontres 😊 Si ce n'est pas cette fois, au plaisir de se rencontrer une prochaine fois 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢 ✅ FREE MEETUP upon presentation of your Bubble Up Travels membership card (if you don't have it yet, you can get it on the meetup day for 5€, its valid 6 months + 3 months offered) ✅ ☀ OPEN TO ALL 20-39 yo ☀ 🔥 limited spots 🔥 If you like walking, taking pictures and meeting new people, this event is for you! 😊 **Wednesday, June 17th** come for a night stroll in the illuminated Paris ✨ with a group of internationals and locals 😊 followed by a friendly drink on the Quais de Seine 🍻 Our program : **😍 8PM - 10PM : PARiS BY NiGHT ✨ ICONIC PARiS PHOTO WALK** : 1:30-2 hour walk (depending on our pace). We will pass by many emblematic places of Paris, in particular: ✨ The Louvre, ✨ ✨ Notre Dame de Paris, ✨ Quais de Seine, ✨ illuminated bridges, ✨ famous monuments and sculptures ✨ Come enjoy the illuminated Paris 👋💬😊 **🍻 10 PM - 11 PM (or later for the most motivated) : FRiENDLY DRiNK on the QUAiS de SEiNE 👋💬😊** New in town? Expat? Student? Erasmus? Nomad worker? Aupair? Long-term resident? Tourist? and you're age 20-39?! Yes?! Eager to meet new people? Yes?! Then, don't hesitate ! join us 📸👋💬😍☀😊 Do not hesitate to come alone or with your friends. Everyone interested in this event is welcome 😊 **📍 Meeting point at 8:00 PM** (we will gather 5-10min before we start walking 😊) See you soon for a friendly outing together 😊 🔥 UNIQUE EVENT in 2026 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ☝️ RECOMMENDATIONS ☝️ WATER + GOOD SHOES ⛅ WEATHER FORECAST ☀ If the forecast indicates : -☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup ON 😊 🌧🌩 : the meetup will be cancelled. (Kindly note that if the event is cancelled, you will be notified by private message the day before the event) 😊 AIM REMINDER 🤩 Please remember that the aims of this meetup are WALKING, SHOOTING and MEETING NEW PEOPLE 😊 So it’s simple : bring your camera, your cheerful mood and let’s share a common passion! :D 🔥 Limited spots: 25-35 participants 🔥 (to successfully stay gathered) 👉 #you sign up you come !😊 #bepresent 😊 👉 objective: 💯% attendance, meetings & fun 😂 I hope to meet you all soon 😊 If it is not this time, maybe it will be next time 😊

*Hello everyone! * Join us to meet people from all over the world in a friendly atmosphere. Participants are Russian, Spanish, Greek, Italian, French, Ukrainian, Indian… They come from everywhere – it’s the international afterwork! We’re here for a friendly meetup!!! **Concept** Internationals and Parisians gather to talk with everyone, in all languages! On arrival, ask the organizer for a numbered sticker. It’s also an icebreaker game: find the person with the same number as you and both of you win a free shot or a small cocktail tasting to break the ice! You can arrive whenever it suits you, but the earlier you come, the better to enjoy the vibe. **Practical info:** Time: 7pm – 10:30pm Free with the pass to collect on the free Socializus app WhatsApp for quick info: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye) **How to join:** * Check the exact address with the free app and free pass: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) * Support the association to cover meetup costs with an annual membership card here: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Stay connected everywhere:** Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/) WhatsApp (info & reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye) (Activate “Receive all” to not miss anything!) Facebook Group – [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) Facebook Page – Photos & updates: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Become an Organizer: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) and get a free drink It’s 100% free because we’re a non-profit association with the goal of creating friendly encounters. ✦✦ Last-minute changes may happen, but everything is updated via the app with the free pass. To better manage the number of participants, we rely on registrations with the free pass. Sign up only if you’re sure to come – we’re counting on you! / By joining, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. Photos and videos may be shared on our social networks or used commercially. You may also share your own photos with #socializus

Laugh your heart out at The Dissident Comedy Show this Wednesday, June 17th at 8:30PM, in one of Paris’s best jazz bars! Don’t miss this unique night of stand-up comedy in both French and English. After the stand up we will have a jazz concert for which you are most welcome to stay. Venez vous marrer au Dissident Comedy Show mercredi 17 Juin à 20H30, dans l’un des meilleurs bars jazz de Paris ! Ne manquez pas cette soirée unique de stand-up en français et en anglais. Après le stand-up, un concert de jazz aura lieu, et vous êtes bien sûr les bienvenus pour rester. 🗓️ MERCREDI 17 JUIN de 20H30 à 22H 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔴 entrée = 1 boisson 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations

Well, this time an event does not require any description I believe :) So for a change of scenery and activity, this time we'll explore various free concerts and music shows happening in Paris celebrating Fête de la Musique. Please join the WhatsApp group here for ease of coordination: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DgLT54Ln0tIF2hrAi6IWuC \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Plan and the details:** We'll first start with free open-air music shows at Chatelet and then slowly explore other arrondissements. I'll share a more concrete plan closer to the event and I'm of course welcome to suggestions from the city veterans :) In the meanwhile, here is a full guide to all the events in Paris: https://www.sortiraparis.com/actualites/fete-de-la-musique/guides/53382-fete-de-la-musique-2026-a-paris-et-en-ile-de-france-le-programme-des-concerts \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Meeting logistics:** 📍 Meeting point: **Chatelet les Halles** ⏰ Start time: 04:00 pm \-\-\-\-\-\-\- ⚠️ Disclaimer: "You are fully responsible for your own safety. I am only an organizer".

Profitons de la fête de la musique pour déambuler et photographier l’événement et ses participants. Proposition de programme que nous pourrons adapter : Rendez-vous à 19h20 **au milieu du Pont Marie** (4e arr.) pour écouter les groupes amateurs avec vue sur la Seine et l’Île Saint-Louis, puis nous marcherons 10 min vers l’**Île Saint-Louis** (rue Saint-Louis en l’Île) pour 20h45. À 21h45, nous irons à la **Place des Vosges** (5 min à pied) pour son cadre photogénique et ses musiciens. Enfin, à 23h00, nous terminerons **Place de la Bastille** (15 min à pied) pour les DJ sets et l’ambiance de foule.

À l’occasion de la Fête des bateaux-dragons, FUSION STAND UP revient à Paris avec une édition spéciale réunissant sur scène six humoristes d’origine asiatique et française pour une soirée de stand-up entièrement en français. À travers leurs univers, les artistes partagent avec humour des regards croisés sur les différences culturelles, les expériences de vie, les rencontres interculturelles et les petites absurdités du quotidien. Entre autodérision, anecdotes personnelles et humour sans frontières, cette soirée propose un moment convivial, multiculturel et accessible à tous. Porté par l’association FUSION CITIZEN – association interculturelle franco-chinoise basée à Paris, FUSION STAND UP a pour ambition de créer des ponts entre les cultures à travers le rire et les rencontres. Vendredi 19 juin 2026 Ouverture des portes : 19h30 Début du spectacle : 20h00 Digital Village Paris 21 rue Albert Bayet, 75013 Paris Entrée libre et gratuite (dans la limite des places assises disponibles) Réservation gratuite conseillée : https://www.billetweb.fr/fusion-stand-up Sortie au chapeau – Consommation sur place

Traveling solo? New to Paris? Looking to meet great people? Join us for a relaxed picnic in Paris before heading together to Fête de la Musique. Whether you’re a solo traveler, expat, local, or just curious to meet new people, this is a chance to make genuine connections in a laid-back setting. Bring something to snack on, grab a spot on the grass, and come as you are. 📅 Saturday, 21 June 🕐 1:00 PM 📍 Jardin du Carroussel, in front of le Louvre. Go alone. Find your people.

Music makes me lose control! Music makes me lose control! Let's go for a very special musical quiz at [The Pub](https://www.thepubparis.com/) to celebrate Paris' favorite party! Our quiz night will consist of 4 rounds of trivia on the topic of... music, no surprise. The quiz night is presented in French AND English, because we want votre amour and votre romance! The quiz is played in teams of 5 people max, with prizes to win for the top teams and the best team name. You can come with your mates (you can specify how many when you sign up, and we’ll book a table in your name) or come on your own and we’ll match you with other quizzers. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to send us a message here. If you are curious about our other projects,[ we have a trivia podcast!](https://pod.link/1503202147/episode/040273c20c130320d5c85cfbe23b6ecc) [Click here for all our updates!](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) See you very soon! The PQM team

For Fête de la Musique 2026, [Koterie](www.koterie.club) presents **RESET ROOM**: a free one-day pop-up for women to pause, refresh, connect, and celebrate in the heart of Paris. [Learn more](https://koterie.club/gatherings/gat_rea818c54d212dlm) RESET ROOM brings together everything Koterie is known for: thoughtful space, warm connection, beautiful details, and a sense of ease in the middle of the city’s energy. Inside, you’ll find a place to lounge, sip something cool, meet new people, refresh, and pamper with a nail bar by Studio Palma. Outside, an all-women back-to-back DJ lineup, powered by tnoa management, bringing the Fête energy throughout the day: * Zee-2 * Mads Diamond * KATALYSSST * DJ SHAKARAA * Ashleigh Simone * DALILA * DJ K!TTY¥ * DJ lilSummertime Arrive between plans, come with friends, or stop by solo. RESET ROOM is designed to be your place to sip, connect, and refresh with a community of women who match your energy. 📅 June 21st ⏱️ 12h30 → 21h00 📍 61 Rue Quincampoix, 75004 Paris 🎟️: Free [Learn more](https://koterie.club/gatherings/gat_rea818c54d212dlm) **Koterie is where ambitious women in Paris find genuine connection, real support, and true belonging.** We curate English-language gatherings that feel like friends coming together, not networking. **Learn more and apply to join our community and events at:** [koterie.club](www.koterie.club)

Now in its 26th year, [The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/), in Gahanna, gathers world famous groups and performers at a single place for you to enjoy the best Blues & Jazz in Ohio. *SATURDAY NIGHT features: The Urban Jazz Coalition with Special Guest Brian Simpson, North Mississippi Allstars, The Deal Breakers & More.* The three-day cultural celebration features musicians on 3 stages, local food trucks and beverage stations, treats, artisans, and more. **Tickets are $15 for adults online.** Link to purchase tickets: [Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival Tickets](https://tickets.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/e/2026-creekside-blues-jazz-festival). $20 at the door. Military are free. WHAT: Here's the festival [EVENT MAP](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Event-Map/). Also, here's the [SCHEDULE](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Schedule/) map to help you determine who to see. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Parking -** The Creekside Parking Garage will be open throughout the festival weekend. Entrance is located near the intersection of Mill and North Streets; accessible only by traveling south on Mill Street. **Event parking rate is $5 and collected at entrance to garage. Cash ONLY is accepted at garage entrance for parking.** Although off street parking in the Creekside District is permitted, it is very limited and not recommended. **Shuttle Service** pickup will be at the following location: [AEP Ohio 700 Morrison Rd., Gahanna, OH](https://goo.gl/maps/K9GgvgEdxCHaXsKDA) **Shuttle Service Hours:** Saturday: 1 PM - 12 AM **BRING**: *Be sure to bring a **chair** since there is limited available seating. Also $ or paycard for food and drink.*

**Summary** The [Ohio State Fair](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/) is consistently ranked as one of the [best](https://www.realpropertymgt.com/expert-tips/top-5-state-fairs) ... [state](https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-state-fair/) ... [fairs](https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/local/2025/08/06/ohio-state-fair-named-top-fair-nation-usa-today/85527343007/) ... [in](https://www.blueribbongroup.net/blue-ribbon-foodies/tag/what-are-the-best-state-fairs-in-the-united-states/) ... [America](https://614now.com/2025/explore-columbus/usa-today-names-the-ohio-state-fair-as-one-of-the-countrys-best-find-out-where-it-ranked-here). By [acreage](https://www.google.com/search?q=largest+state+fairs+in+us+by+acreage&client=firefox-b-1-d&sca_esv=5a1ec5f7868eb06c&prmd=ivns&sxsrf=AE3TifOrRyB0UF_zcJxuzJ2blALpROCfFA:1763485805100&source=lnms&fbs=AIIjpHxU7SXXniUZfeShr2fp4giZPH5QghoXViUOqdFyhkUfHhA90f6RZnLvcDKUWyhDavFJHvqNnhR_vnElk0C8uWstYqkR_Pamh3VQhx9plk87wYYnFhXCtQ6JPByPAvG0_LeyIQszFojQ7tWAfAvDzo6MwRJuWxS0jrzFWBkVvjkxbHuA6PTQnwEl88m-YBBItnTFmNlR9xZ9YLttetzKJB1GAWacLg&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiX3-rHmPyQAxU6_8kDHcKPH1gQ0pQJegQIBRAF&biw=1735&bih=926&dpr=1), it's one of the five largest fairs in the country. And a million people [visit](https://www.statenews.org/government-politics/2025-08-06/attendance-off-slightly-at-2025-ohio-state-fair-but-sales-of-champions-was-up-big) it each year. Last year's [attendees](https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/nearly-1-million-visitors-2025-ohio-state-fair-fun-facts-statistics/530-e6c7db59-e9ca-469b-9d3e-ef39011aca00) came from each of Ohio's 88 counties, from all 50 states, and from as far away as 26 other countries including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, and others, according to Ticketmaster sales data. **Map of the Fair** Here is a [map of the grounds](https://cdn.saffire.com/images.ashx?t=ig&rid=OhioStateFair&i=map2025.jpg&cb=0508a2a3). **Directions, Parking, Tickets, Timing** Take exit 111 (17th Avenue) off of I-71. Turn west (toward the McDonald's). [Parking is $10](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/pricing-hours) whether you pay in advance or on-site. It's generally not too bad getting in and out of the fair. You generally get an excellent spot, too, early in the mornings. There are cops everywhere and they will let you know where to park. [Tickets will be $13](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/pricing-hours), but through July 26, you can buy them online for $9. You can also buy 3- and 12-day admission tickets in advance for $24 and $84, respectively. I've scheduled this meetup from 9 to 3, but you can obviously come late or leave early if you want. They will also stamp your hand for free same-day re-admission if you want. The fair is a big place. You will get plenty of steps in at this event, so be prepared to do some walking! **Outside Items** From the [FAQ](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/faqs): * *Bags* "Purses, backpacks, book bags, coolers, strollers, etc. are permitted, but are subject to search. Bag searches will also be conducted for guests entering concerts and events in the WCOL Celeste Center." * *Outside Food and Beverage* "You may bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Glass bottles and containers are not permitted on grounds." I like to bring a disposable plastic bottle of water with me and refill it on the grounds as I go. **What's New at the Fair** They've spent the last couple years doing major construction at the fair, and most if not all of it should be completed by the start of this year's fair. They've been massively overhauling what's located at the heart of the fairgrounds just north of Kiddleland and just west of the Midway, they're supposed to also have completed improvements to the Dairy Building. In the center of the fairgrounds, there's supposed to be a new food hall, which I would consider to be the centerpiece of the whole shebang. It's supposed to [include](https://www.ohioexpocenter.com/p/about/expo-2050-master-plan) "multi-purpose dining and event space and incubator kitchens on the first floor, and additional dining and event space on the second story." Furthermore, "both levels [will] include outdoor dining on a patio or balcony." A new "Town Square" and surrounding area will also feature a permanent "Ohio-themed carousel" that will also be "complete with ample shade and seating." The new Dairy Building will be air-conditioned and add public restrooms, a universal changing table, and other new amenities. Four hundred and sixty million dollars have been spent on these improvements and renovations, and I expect they will be very cool! **Where We'll Meet** At no later than 9 a.m., I'll be standing by the giant cardinal just inside Cardinal Gate 1, then we'll wander down to Tracey's (see below). If you come late, Tracey's is where you'll find us (DM me or drop a note in the comments if you need help finding us after you arrive). *Note: There's a smaller Tracey's booth near the main entrance. This is not the Tracey's location we'll be meeting at. You will have to walk down to the Bricker Marketplace to get to the correct Tracey's. There's more information on this, below, in the "What We'll Do" section.* If you want to come later in the day, drop me a note and I'll help you navigate to us or I'll come find you if that's feasible. **What We'll Do** This will be sort of a soft itinerary, depending on the interests of the group. The following is based on last year's [fair schedule](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/events), and might need to be changed depending on this year's schedule. But the overall fair schedule doesn't normally change that radically year-over-year. * 9:00 a.m. - *Tracey's* Tracey's is located at the northernmost part of the "WNCI Food Highway," just south of Brown Arena and at the northern corner of the Bricker Marketplace. They have a covered area with picnic tables where you can sit. They have one of the most varied food selections at the fair. They serve breakfast in the mornings, including eggs, bacon, and pancakes. We'll meet here and start our day by socializing over coffee and, if you want, breakfast. Last year, the pancakes with bacon was $7. You got two pancakes that I would describe as average-sized, and a couple strips of bacon. They gave me extra syrup for free. Both the pancakes and the bacon were actually pretty good. Their coffee is generally good, too. They also serve their coffee in Styrofoam cups, which I like because good coffee is more important to me than the environment. I've posted pics, below, of last year's Tracey's menu, as well as a picture of the venue itself relative to the main entrance of the Bricker Marketplace (this entrance faces the Celeste Center). * 10:00 a.m. - *Kasich Hall* Here they have the Ohio State Fair history exhibit, which is very cool. This building also hosts the creative exhibits, including quilts, cakes and pastries, and fair posters. Finally, events like girls' baton competitions, girls' cheerleading, youth choir, and youth boxing (my favorite) are held here. * 11:00 a.m. - *Lausche Youth Exploration Space* This building features 4-H exhibits, Boy and Girl Scout exhibits, and various science exhibits, with the latter including exhibits from COSI and the Ohio State Physics Department. You can also buy Girl Scout cookies here! * 12:00 a.m. - *Bricker Marketplace* Bricker Marketplace is the fair's main flea market. It's a huge indoor shopping area with a food court at its center. The [ODOT](https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/) booth is here, and I always like to check and see if they have any maps I want. Because Bricker is air-conditioned, it's a good place to stop for lunch. There are booths here with burgers, pizza, chicken, Asian food, and alcoholic beverages. * 1:00 p.m. - *Cox Fine Arts* There are art displays here -- paintings, drawings, sculptures, and such. I always like going through here, and people usually like the displays here. * 2:00 p.m. - *Natural Resources Park* The Natural Resources Park is next to Kiddieland, and I think it's the best area of the fair. It's certainly a very popular area. The Timber Show is popular, though I confess to finding it slightly overrated. This area also includes youth fishing, a kayak pond, archery range, butterfly house, aviary, and animal exhibits -- and these are all free. You can also get free chap stick and pens in the [Oil & Gas building](https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/about-ODNR/oil-gas/oil-gas). The chap stick is functional, though perhaps a bit mediocre, but the pens are absolutely the best possible pens you can get anywhere, and I'm being completely serious about this. These are seriously my all-time favorite pens, so I encourage you to grab a few. **Other Things Along the Way** Again, the Ohio State Fair is a big place! So here are some of the other things we might check out along the way: * *The* *Cincinnati Circus Company, The Nerveless Nocks, Lady Houdini, or some other "death-defying" act* These typically start at 1:30 and run once every two hours in the afternoon. The show is generally decent and worth catching, whatever it happens to be. These used to run at the south end of the fair by the south gate on 11th Avenue, but a couple years ago they moved them to the south end of the Midway and next to Natural Resources Park. My guess is that this is where they will be again this year. * *Main Street Stage / Gazebo Stage* These stages are at opposite ends of the "WNCI Food Highway." They'll have shows like live music, magic, hypnosis, juggling, and the like. I usually end up seeing most of the shows, almost by accident, during my annual trips to the fair. If there's music at the Gazebo, though, it can be a little loud if the performer is using a big amp. But otherwise the shows are generally entertaining, if not spectacular. If [The Beach Geeks](https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1440916777197254) are playing again this year, we are absolutely dropping everything to check them out. I'll fight people on this. * *The Midway* I'm not a big *riding*-the-rides person, and I doubt we will go through here though unless there's interest. However, I do really enjoy *watching* people ride rides, so I never have a problem taking a stroll down the Midway. I do like doing bumper cars, though, as well as some of the various haunted or fun houses. If you think there's a snowball's chance in hell I'm doing the [Defender](https://talleyamusements.com/attraction/defender/), though, then please put the bong down and slowly back away. * *The Dairy Building* This is where the famous Butter Cow is, and the exhibit is always popular. You can also get fairly overpriced ice cream and milkshakes here. Unless something changes here because of their renovations, there are cheaper places at the fair where you can get dairy desserts, and I can show you where they are. * *Taft Coliseum* An indoor arena where they have rodeo- or cowboy/cowgirl-type shows. Sometimes these shows are very good and entertaining and worth checking out. Note that, while you're out of the sun here and the seating is generally good, the arena is not air-conditioned. If trick riders [Tracie Spitznogle](https://www.tiktok.com/discover/tracie-lee-spitzongle) and [Carlie Hale](https://www.facebook.com/trickriderCarlie/) are here, you are likely to enjoy their show, and it will be free (and well-attended). * *The Petting Zoo* & *Pig Races* These used to be in Kiddieland, but in 2025 they were moved to "The Barnyard," next to the Gazebo Stage and the Celeste Center. I suspect they'll have moved again in 2026, but that they will otherwise be back. They're both free and generally popular, with the Pig Races being *extremely* popular. The woman who does the announcing for the Races always delivers the exact same script year after year, but she has so much charisma you won't care, even if you've seen it many times before. * *Central Park* Sometimes I like to just sit here, people-watch, and listen to the sounds of the fair. There are typically several beer vendors right next to Central Park if you want to relax and nurse a beverage while you do so, and the Dairy Building is also very close by. This area may end up being superseded in desirability by the new "Town Square." The Park does suffer from a paucity of shade, and the Square is supposed to rectify some of this. We will see! * *Live Music* There is likely to be some sort of band performing classic rock from something like 2p-5p either in the Taste of Ohio Pavilion next to the Natural Resources Park, or in the Pavilion's replacement/renovated area near the new Town Square. The show will be free and highly likely to be quite good. You should be able to get drinks and food here, too (wherever the ultimate location is), while you check out the band. * *Zultar - Fortune Teller* I saw this guy for the first time last year. He's one of the fair's "strolling entertainers," meaning he takes his act all over the fair and you never know where he will show up next. He's got a "booth" and he wears a costume and face paint that make him look exactly like one of those fortune-telling-booth mannequins. He is completely hilarious (particularly when dealing with children), and if we see him, we will stop and watch him. Don't make me fight you on this, too, people. * *Ohio History Center* Buying a ticket to enter the Ohio State Fair will automatically get you free admission to the [Ohio History Center](https://www.ohiohistory.org/visit/ohio-history-center/) and [Ohio Village](https://www.ohiohistory.org/visit/ohio-village/), which are located just outside the fairgrounds but otherwise are just next door. They've been doing major renovations of the Village, but these are supposed to be completed by the time the State Fair opens this year. You can walk from the fair to the History Center and the Village, or they have a free shuttle you can take. It's not a short walk, but it's also eminently doable. The History Center is a museum that's really not too terribly big, but is very interesting. And the Village is a living simulation of life in a small 19th-century Ohio town. I suspect most of the people who come out this Meetup would probably enjoy both the Center and the Village. Just keep in mind, though, that if we go, we'll probably be up there for at least a couple hours, which means less time at the fair. However, you won't have to twist my arm to get me to go up, because the whole History complex is actually pretty cool. **Conclusion** Come on out to the Ohio State Fair! 🥳 🎉 😄

Make plans to celebrate the Homeland from the Heartland in Dublin, Ohio at the largest 3-day Irish Fest on the planet, #[DublinIrishFest](http://dublinirishfestival.org)! Wear a little green and join our festive bunch! **MEETUP**: We will form a circle of chairs as our landing spot on the grassy area just outside of the CELTIC ROCK STAGE (look for my Meetup chair in the middle). This area has easy access to food trucks and beer, wine and cocktail trucks. The Celtic Sports area is nearby (Highland Games). Lots of restroom trucks, too. **COST**: Purchase discount tickets now for only $20 ($30 general admission - age 10+ or $20 Seniors at the gate). Tickets are non-refundable. (I wait and get them at gate) **PARK & SHUTTLE**: [http://dublinirishfestival.org/parking-shuttles/](http://dublinirishfestival.org/parking-shuttles/) Metro Center, 555 Metro Place North, Dublin, Ohio 43017 A complimentary shuttle service runs continuously from Metro Place to the Festival. Shuttles begin each day one hour before the festival opens, and continue until one hour after the festival closes. **MUSIC**: This festival has variety, no matter your taste. I like evenings by the Celtic Rock stage because they have Irish Dancers, folk rock and solid celtic rock each evening. Please feel free to go early and wander to catch all the other cultural venues. **BRING**: Lawn chair or blanket. No coolers. Bags are inspected by security at Fest entrances. Most vendors accept cash or charge. **WEAR**: Summer Fest wear - nice t-shirt & shorts, comfy shoes (fest is on 38 acres of grass, trails and sidewalks). **NEWBIES**: This event is very freeform so I would suggest coming along with a buddy as members will be coming and going from our circle. News Facts: •More than 100,000 fans will experience Irish music ranging from traditional to Celtic rock. View the complete [Entertainment Schedule](http://dublinirishfestival.org/venue/celtic-rock/). (this page also has the festival map - we will base from the light green area, SOUTH) •Watch and learn from seasoned chefs as they serve traditional dishes at the Celtic Cooking Demonstrations. •Pet some paddy pups in the Celtic Canines Area—a must-see for animal lovers. •Find handmade arts and crafts at the Emerald Isle and Marketplace. More than 100 vendors offer the most diverse Irish shopping experience in the country. •Check out the beverage menu, featuring Jameson’s finest and their signature cocktail, Limerick Lemonade. And don’t miss out on a Jameson Whiskey Tasting hosted by their own Master of Whiskey.

*The streets of Columbus are going French this July!* The **[Chouette Bastille Day Festival](https://www.chouetterestaurant.com/)** returns to N. High Street this summer for an afternoon of live French jazz, traditional French cuisine, and premium cocktails, wines, and craft beers from our DORA bar. Free cover, festive, and entirely French.⁠ **⁠When:** Sunday, July 12th, 12PM to 4 PM - we'll meet about 2pm. **Parking**: Metropolis Parking garage, one block west. Metropolis Parking lot, one block east. **Note**: Feel free to come by early and grab a sit down lunch at one of the great restaurants nearby, if you like. Once the fest begins, eats n drinks purchased are walkabout, round tables, or lean in high tops. *You just may find me at a barstool at Hank's ;)*