Weekends
Top May Events
Posted on Apr 29
Your Guide to the Top Events This Month
Spring is popping off, and so is Butler County. From live music under the stars to wine walks, art-making, and international eats, May is packed with events worth putting on your calendar. Whether you're looking to kick back with a cold drink or explore something new, there's something happening every weekend.
Garver Music Fest
WHEN: May 3, 2025
WHERE: Garver Family Farm
Join Garver Family Farm for a three act country music set! In addition to the music, guests can enjoy rustic boutique vendors, food trucks, cold drinks, exclusive festival tees, and more!
Electric Root Festival
WHEN: May 3, 2025
WHERE: Uptown Oxford
Experience a day of performances, art, family-friendly activities, and food at the Electric Root Festival. All ages and levels of artistic talent are encouraged to visit the festival’s Make and Take art tables where Miami University Art students will help festival-goers make a memento to take home.
May the Fourth Be With You
WHEN: May 4, 2025
WHERE: RiversEdge Amphitheater
Join RiversEdge for another year of celebrating Star Wars on "May the Fourth Be With You" in Hamilton! Along with the movie, The Empire Strikes Back, guests can enjoy a cosplay contest, light saber battles, Star Wars trivia, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, and adult beverages.
Flavors of Fairfield
WHEN: Starting May 9, 2025
WHERE: Throughout the city of Fairfield
Flavors of Fairfield is back! Your journey will allow you to savor the incredible cuisine of the Mediterranean, Nepal, India, Thailand, Ghana, Italy, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and more! All foodies who visit 4 or more participating restaurants or bakeries will earn a “Certified Foodie” insulated tote or lunch bag to commemorate and celebrate their experience. Diners who check-in at eight eateries will be entered for the chance to win one of (3) $1,000 Jungle Jim’s International Market gift cards.
Barn-N-Bunk Spring Vendor Show
WHEN: May 10, 2025
WHERE: Barn-N-Bunk Farm Market
Get the family together and visit Barn-N-Bunk for their Spring Vendor Show. Browse and shop the work of over 60 local vendors and artisans. Plus choose from 100's of hanging baskets and potted plants.
Hamilton Flea
WHEN: May 10, 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. Spend some time supporting local businesses and experience Hamilton in a unique way.
Women's Wine & Chocolate Walk
WHEN: May 17, 2025
WHERE: Downtown Middletown
Join in on the Annual Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk hosted in historic downtown Middletown by Downtown Middletown Inc. This event is a wine and chocolate tasting just for the ladies, with some shopping, dining and entertainment as an amazing added bonus!
Oxford Wine & Craft Beer Festival
WHEN: May 31, 2025
WHERE: Uptown Oxford
The Oxford Wine & Craft Beer Festival brings fine wines, craft beer and area artisans to Oxford uptown parks. Festival-goers will receive tasting tickets and a souvenir wine glass to sample fine wines from around the world. Local artisans will have their work on display, and cooking demonstrations and live performances will occur throughout the evening.