Close out your summer with these unique events + festivals.
Summer may be beginning to wind down, but there are all kinds of events and festivals happening around Butler County to keep you busy. Check out what's going on this August!
Voices of America Country Music Fest
WHERE: Voice of America MetroPark
WHEN: Thursday, August 6, 2026 – Sunday, August 9, 2026
The Voices of America Country Music Fest will make its return to West Chester! Brad Paisley kicks off the 2026 country music festival on Thursday, August 6th with Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton and Jordan Davis headlining the next 3 nights!
Rafts & Crafts
WHERE: AK Pavilion
WHEN: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Rafts & Crafts is a unique riverside experience that take attendeees through a scenic, two-hour kayak float. The journey will culminate in a festival, featuring live music by Hat Trick, local craft and beer vendors, and food trucks.
Venardos Circus
WHERE: Liberty Center
WHEN: Thursday, August 13 - Sunday, August 23, 2026
Inspired by the spirit of Alice in Wonderland, audiences are invited to step through the looking glass and under the iconic red-and-white striped big top, entering a delightfully unexpected world where gravity is optional, laughter is contagious, and extraordinary talent takes center ring.
Whimmydiddle
WHERE: RiversEdge Amphitheater
WHEN: Saturday, August 14 - Sunday, August 15, 2026
Come rock at RiversEdge Amphitheater at this 2-day music festival! Enjoy up-and-coming folk and country artists such as Sam Bush, The Jack Wharff Band, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, and more! Continue the fun at an after party at The 513 bar on August 14 with Andrew Hibbard.
Red Brick Reunion Porsche Show
WHERE: Uptown Oxford
WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Porsches will return to Oxford this summer for the annual Red Brick Reunion Porsche Show! Porsches of all types will line High Street and be on display starting at 9 AM.
Grainworks Oktoberfest
WHERE: Grainworks Brewing Co.
WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Join Grainworks Brewery for a spectacular Oktoberfest celebration! Attendees are encouraged to don their lederhosen and dirndls as the brewery brings the authentic Bavarian experience right to their doorstep. From Steinholding competitions to lively polka music, this event promises to be an unforgettable day of fun and frolic.
Hops in the Hangar
WHERE: Middletown Regional Airport
WHEN: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Enjoy an epic craft beer and aircraft event at the Middletown Regional Airport! Sample 4oz pours of great craft beer from 30 breweries with over 90 beers to choose from. There will be plenty of food trucks offering tasty bites for purchase, an air show, skydivers, tethered hot air balloon rides and more!
Pickin' in the Park
WHERE: Trenton Community Park
WHEN: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Grab your lawn chairs and settle in for a toe-tapping Bluegrass Festival! This concert will feature an opening act, intermission, and a headlining band, making it the perfect event to relax, unwind, and enjoy great music & your roots with family and friends.
Movies in the Park
WHERE: Village Green Park
WHEN: Friday, August 28, 2026
Join the City of Fairfield this summer for free family-friendly activities and movies at Village Green Park! Playing this night is the classic 1992 film, A League of Their Own.