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Top April Events
Posted on Mar 31
Your April Guide to Festivals, Food, and Family Fun!
Spring has officially sprung, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by getting out and enjoying everything Butler County has to offer! With warmer weather comes a fresh lineup of can’t-miss events. From buzzing new festivals and food truck Fridays to wine tastings and Earth Day celebrations, April is packed with fun ways to plan a spring adventure!
Food Truck Friday
WHERE: Sunset Park, Middletown Ohio
WHEN: Friday, April 11, 2025
Kick off the season with Food Truck Friday at Sunset Park! Happening monthly from April through August, this family-friendly evening features delicious eats from local food trucks, live music, and fun activities for kids. April’s theme is Game Night — so bring your appetite and your competitive spirit!
Spring Fest
WHERE: Garver Family Farm Market, Monroe Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Celebrate the start of spring at Garver Family Farm’s annual Spring Fest! Browse unique finds from local vendors, savor seasonal treats, and enjoy a fun-filled day of farm charm.
Oxford Bee Festival
WHERE: Uptown Oxford, Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Get ready to buzz with excitement at Oxford’s very first Bee Festival! From 1–8 PM, Uptown Oxford will come alive with music, hands-on activities, and nature-inspired fun as the community celebrates the vital role of pollinators. Pack a picnic blanket and join the city in launching this new springtime tradition!
Vintage Ohio South Wine Festival
WHERE: Champion Mill Conference Center, Hamilton Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Sip and savor wines from across the state at the Vintage Ohio South Wine Festival! Sample pours from dozens of Ohio wineries, browse vendor booths, enjoy live entertainment, and even take home a bottle (or two!) of your favorites. Cheers to springtime!
Sip & Stroll
WHERE: Liberty Center, Liberty Township Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Raise a glass at Liberty Center’s annual Sip & Stroll celebration! This DORA anniversary event invites you to explore the mall with your favorite drink in hand, while enjoying live music, outdoor fun, and plenty of family-friendly activities along the way.
Earthfest
WHERE: Uptown Oxford, Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Celebrate sustainability and community at Oxford’s Earthfest! This engaging Earth Day celebration brings together local organizations, eco-conscious businesses, and families for a day of live performances, games, and activities that highlight our planet and how to protect it.
Art & Earth Day
WHERE: Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park, Hamilton Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Creativity meets conservation at Pyramid Hill’s Art & Earth Day celebration! Explore the park while discovering local artists who focus on sustainable practices. Enjoy a day of nature, art, and inspiration in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting.
Hollow Earth Fest
WHERE: Symmes Park, Hamilton Ohio
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Dive into Hamilton’s quirky history at the second annual Hollow Earth Fest! This one-of-a-kind celebration features live music, a kids’ activity zone, geocaching, the Lane Library Bookmobile, food trucks, a beer garden, and a limited-edition keg tapping from Municipal Brew Works. It’s a festival as unique as the theory it’s named after!