1. Fall festivals
Fall festivals are in full swing this weekend and we've got three very different options to tickle your fancy. The largest of the three began back in 1984 when the Minges family transformed a small backyard gathering into the Pumpkin Festival, an event that brings together thousands from all over the region. In 2015, the festival relocated to a neighboring family farm and continues to serve as a community-wide celebration of the fall season.
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You'll find 175 arts and crafts booths, 20 different food vendors, a craft beer tent, live music, kids activities, amusement rides, a petting zoo and a wide variety of pumpkins for sale by size, including many specialty varieties. The Pumpkin Festival runs from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday at Weber's Farm, 6007 Kilby Road, Harrison. The parking lot opens at 8 a.m. each day and there are shuttles running from designated points in the lot to take you to the main entrance. Parking is free; admission is $6 and free for ages 12-under. webersfarmmarket.com.
For a slower pace, spend the day outdoors at an old-fashioned Harvest Festival happening this weekend over at Caesar Creek Pioneer Village (3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville). You can take part in the activities of the early 1800s and learn about how pioneers prepared food and their cabins for the coming winter months while enjoying the cooler temperatures and changing leaves that autumn brings. The Harvest Festival runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $5 per person. ccpv.us.
For the gastronomically inclined, Findlay Market is holding its annual Fall Food Festival this weekend, where guests purchase tickets to sample fall-themed treats from over 30 market vendors. There's a spooky scavenger hunt for kids, a photo booth to capture the memories, live music and more. It runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are 5 for $10 or 12 for $20. Findlay Market is located at 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. findlaymarket.org.
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2. Redlegs Run
Help raise funds for the Reds Community Fund this weekend by taking part in the Redlegs Run, which kicks off at 8 a.m. Saturday at the corner of Joe Nuxhall Way and Mehring Way, Downtown. The race is chip-timed with live results, but you don't have to be an avid runner to participate – runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome. There's a 5K and 10K run/walk, a one-mile run and for kids ages 10 and under, Gapper's Kids Fun Run, which starts at 10:30 a.m. inside Great American Ball Park on the warning track.
Everyone gets a race shirt, free downloadable race photography, a custom race medal, a Reds promotional item and a post-race party in the First Star Fan Zone. Entry fee is $55 for the 10K, $45 for the 5K, $30 for the one mile and $20 for Gapper's Kids Fun Run. reds.com.
3. Kentucky Symphony Orchestra: The New Bs
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and it's kicking things off both in-person and virtually Saturday night with the New Bs at Drees Home Auditorium at St. Henry High School (3577 Scheben Drive, Erlanger). This all-orchestra program features works by Peter Boyer, Grammy award-winning composer and DJ Mason Bates, and Bela Bartok.
In-person guests are encouraged to wear face masks and practice physical distancing, and there's a livestream option for those who would rather watch from the comfort of home. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $35. kyso.org.
4. Burlington Antique Show
Autumn is in the air, and doing a little treasure hunting at the Burlington Antique Show is a wonderful way to experience the great outdoors. Whether you are an avid collector or a casual browser, this is the place to find something special. With more than 200 dealers on hand, there's something for everyone: Antiques, vintage jewelry, garden and architectural elements, mid-century collectibles, Americana, memorabilia, one-of-a-kind finds and a large selection of retro and vintage furniture. Psst – It's also the final show of the season, so it's the perfect opportunity for a good bargain, too.
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The show runs from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, but early bird collectors can pay a few bucks extra and get in from 6-8 a.m. It happens at the Boone County Fairgrounds, 5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington. Admission is $6 for early birds and $4 general admission. Ages 12 and under get in free. burlingtonantiqueshow.com.
5. Charm at the Farm
This open-air market's final show of the season boasts a harvest-centric theme, fall food and drinks like apple cider, caramel apples, popcorn and coffee, and more than 115 dealers – including 20 brand new vendors – of unique gifts, vintage furniture, clothing, jewelry and home decor,
Charm at the Farm takes place at 4953 Bunnell Hill Road, a 56-acre former horse farm in Lebanon. Friday's VIP night is already sold out, but tickets are still available for other times and dates. They are 9 a.m.-noon (early bird) and noon-4 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $15 for early bird Saturday, $10 for general admission Saturday, and $8 Sunday. charmatthefarm.com.
Honorable mention: Peebles 5K
This inaugural race showcases just how much the neighborhood has grown and transformed, and participants are treated to amazing views along the route, which winds through Eden Park and the Walnut Hills Business District. There's a post-race celebration at Green Man Park afterward, featuring live music, face painting, food and fun for both kids and adults. All participants receive a complimentary tumbler as well as food and drink tickets redeemable at Walnut Hills businesses, and there are prizes for the top finishers. The race takes place at 10 a.m. Sunday at Peebles Corner (954 McMillan St., Walnut Hills). Registration is $35. runsignup.com.
Honorable mention: Norwood Historic Tour
Enjoy a stroll through Norwood's historic Ward 1 neighborhood with knowledgeable guides highlighting the city's history, architecture and hidden gems along the way. Tours run from 2-6 p.m. Saturday, beginning and ending at Victory Park (4420 Montgomery Road). Each tour lasts about 70-80 minutes and covers just over a mile. Tours leave approximately every 20 minutes, but don't dilly-dally because each tour has a maximum of 15 and slots are filling up quickly.
There's also a fall market happening at Victory Park, courtesy of Norwood's OFF Pike Market where you'll find crafters, food vendors, pumpkins and festivities throughout the afternoon. Tour tickets are $10; the market is free to attend. eventbrite.com.
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