Make It a Pickaway Summer: Festivals, Fairs, and Live Music in Pickaway County
Summer in Pickaway County is made for community traditions, live music, fair food, fireworks, and small-town celebrations. From Williamsport to Commercial Point, Circleville to Ashville, the season brings plenty of reasons to plan a day trip, weekend visit, or evening out close to home.
Use this guide to save the dates, explore local events, and make the most of summer in Pickaway County.
Deercreek Dam Days Festival
May 27–30 | Williamsport, Ohio
Deercreek Dam Days kicks off the summer festival season in Williamsport with four days of community events, live music, food, and hometown fun. Visitors can enjoy everything from the 5K and bingo night to concerts, family activities, and a fireworks finale.
It is a favorite local tradition and a great way to spend Memorial Day week in Pickaway County.
Commercial Point Homecoming Festival
June 10–13 | Commercial Point, Ohio
The Commercial Point Homecoming Festival returns with several days of food, rides, entertainment, and small-town tradition in northern Pickaway County.
Come for the festival food and rides, stay for the small-town welcome that makes Pickaway County feel like home.
Pickaway County Fair
June 20–27 | Circleville, Ohio
Fair week returns to the Pickaway Agriculture and Event Center in Circleville, bringing a full week of livestock shows, fair food, rides, exhibits, entertainment, and grandstand traditions.
From families making memories to visitors experiencing a classic county fair, the Pickaway County Fair is one of the signature events of the summer season.
Ashville 4th of July Celebration
June 30–July 4 | Ashville, Ohio
The Ashville 4th of July Celebration is one of Pickaway County’s most beloved summer traditions. This multi-day celebration brings the community together with festival food, entertainment, rides, parades, and patriotic fun leading up to the Fourth of July.
Plan a visit to Ashville and enjoy one of the region’s favorite Independence Day celebrations.
7 Mile Bluegrass Festival
July 23–25 | Circleville, Ohio
The 7 Mile Bluegrass Festival returns to the Pickaway County Agriculture & Event Center for three days of live music, community, and bluegrass tradition.
This year’s lineup includes artists like Junior Sisk, Blue Highway, Larry Sparks, and more, with performances scheduled throughout the weekend. Admission is collected through non-perishable food donations, supporting veterans in transition and the Chillicothe VA.
Ashville Food Truck and Community Fest
August 7–8 | Ashville, Ohio
Ashville Food Truck and Community Fest brings food, entertainment, and community fun to the heart of Ashville. With a variety of food trucks and local activities, it is a great late-summer stop for families, friends, and anyone looking for a casual night out in Pickaway County.
Bring your appetite and enjoy a summer evening in one of Pickaway County’s welcoming communities.
Circleville Pumpkin Show
October 21–24 | Circleville, Ohio
While it may be a fall tradition, the Circleville Pumpkin Show is always worth adding to your calendar early. Known as “The Greatest Free Show on Earth,” this beloved event fills downtown Circleville with parades, pumpkins, entertainment, food, contests, and generations of tradition.
It is one of Ohio’s most iconic festivals and a must-see event in Pickaway County.
Plan Your Pickaway Summer
Make the most of your visit by pairing these events with local restaurants, shops, parks, trails, and overnight stays throughout Pickaway County. Whether you are planning a full weekend or looking for a summer night out, there is always something happening here.
Make it a Pickaway summer. Explore more events, places to visit, and trip ideas at Pickaway.com.
