Events & Festivals
Top July Events
Posted on Jul 2
Your Guide to July Events in Butler County
July is heating up, and Butler County is bursting with ways to celebrate! From dazzling fireworks to hot air balloons and classic cars, there's something for everyone under the summer sun. Here’s your guide to the can’t-miss events lighting up Butler County this July!
4th of July Weekend Festivities
WHEN: July 3-5, 2025
WHERE: Throughout Butler County
Nothing says July 4th quite like sizzling burgers, fresh lemonade, and brilliant fireworks. Butler County communities are hosting spectacular fireworks extravaganzas, festivals, and parades. Check out our guide to all things red, white, and blue!
Hamilton Flea
WHEN: July 12, 2025
WHERE: Marcum Park
This urban, curated market features a wide variety of local artisans who specialize in handcrafted goods and unique, high-quality services. Food trucks are on-site for when hunger strikes!
Cincy Blues Fest
WHEN: July 12-13, 2025
WHERE: Village Green Park
Experience the power and soulful emotion of blues music in a beautiful outdoor park setting. Food and drink vendors will be available with a variety of great food, beer, and drinks. Free admission and free parking.
Pioneer Crafts
WHEN: July 12-13, 2025
WHERE: Hueston Wood's Pioneer Farm
Spend a day crafting at the Hueston Woods Pioneer Farm with candle dipping and pocket doll crafting. They have the supplies, you bring the creativity.
David Shaw's Big River Get Down
WHEN: July 18-19, 2025
WHERE: Throughout Hamilton
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of David Shaw's Big River Get Down in Hamilton, Ohio, and to celebrate, they are planning the biggest lineup yet and expanding the festival across the city! Explore downtown Hamilton’s walkable venues, restaurants, and shops by day, then head to the newly renovated RiversEdge Amphitheater each evening for four unforgettable performances.
Ohio Challenge
WHEN: July 18-19, 2025
WHERE: Smith Park
The Ohio Challenge is one of Butler County's most unique festivals and showcases over 30 colorful hot air balloons, a laser light show, fireworks, and more!
Butler County Fair
WHEN: July 20-26, 2025
WHERE: Butler County Fairgrounds
The Butler County Fair is the county’s biggest festival and attracts nearly 100,000 guests each year. The fair boasts carnival rides, games, livestock exhibits, and everyone's favorite...fair foods!
Canal Days Festival
WHEN: July 26, 2025
WHERE: Swallen's Lot
Come celebrate the Miami & Erie Canal Bicentennial at this family-friendly festival. Start the day with a Thunderfest historic car show, then view the Canal Days Parade featuring a canal boat replica, and end the day at the Canal Days Festival at Swallen’s lot.
Antique Car Parade
WHEN: July 26, 2025
WHERE: Throughout Hamilton and Fairfield
Showcasing nearly 300 classic cars, the Antique Car Parade has cars for every enthusiast. The parade begins at the Butler County Courthouse in Hamilton, travels to Fairfield Crossing, and returns to the Butler County Courthouse.