ROSS COUNTY

Ross County Humane Society's Bark in the Park set for Sept. 5

The community is invited to attend the Ross County Humane Society's 10th annual Bark in the Park Car Show event on Saturday, Sept. 5.

The event will be at Yoctangee Park in downtown Chillicothe from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Dozens of classic car, truck and bike models will be on display. Trophies will be awarded to the top-35 entries. 

Entries into the show are $30 each with participants receiving a complimentary t-shirt. Proceeds help support the Ross County Humane Society. 

'Tecumseh!' Outdoor Drama Wraps 2026 Season This Week

The 2026 season of 'Tecumseh!' wraps-up this week with the final show happening Sunday, Sept. 6.

'Tecumseh!' has been labeled as one of the more mesmerizing drama series in the nation. Performances take place at the Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre, located at 5968 Marietta Road in Chillicothe.

Tickets start at $35 per person. Visit TecumsehDrama.com for ticket info and details on the show.

Chillicothe Civic Theatre Brings High-Energy Comedy with Dinner and a Show Sept. 10-20

Enjoy the local performing arts and a dinner at the same time with the Chillicothe Civic Theatre's September show, "Noises Off".

The show will run Sept. 10-20 featuring comedic high-energy performances with a talented cast. Performances will take place at the Chillicothe Civic Theatre at 83 S. Walnut St.

Tickets are $30 per person. Allergy-friendly and vegan meal options are available. Visit cctoh.org and click the "Purchase Tickets" tab for more information.

Paints Owner Dr. Hanners Presenting on Ross County Sports History Sept. 12

The next installment of the First Capital Lecture Series in Chillicothe will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12.

The program will take place at the VA Memorial Stadium at 17273 State Route 104, home of the Chillicothe Paints baseball team. Paints owner Dr. Chris Hanners will be the presenter, discussing the history of sports in Ross County.

Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. that afternoon. Admission and parking are free for the presentation. All are welcome to attend.

Annual Chillicothe Oktoberfest Features Activities for All Ages

Downtown Chillicothe's annual Oktoberfest celebration will take place Saturday, Sept. 19 on E. 2nd Street.

There will be activities for all ages to enjoy - including face painting and hair braiding for the kids, Weiner Dog Races on the Majestic Courtyard at 5 p.m., contests and plenty more activities.

Admission is $5 per person or $3 if you wear German attire. Proceeds help support the beautification of the downtown area by providing new flowers and Christmas lights. Visit DowntownChillicothe.com to learn more.

Learn About Genealogy and Family Lineage Research at OUC Sept. 25

Learn all about Genealogy during a special workshop at Ohio University Chillicothe on Friday, Sept. 25.

The two-part class begins at 9 a.m. with part one discussing how to overcome family roadblocks when researching family lineage. Part two begins at 12:30 p.m. discussing Native American and First Nation peoples. 

Visit FriendsOfHopewell.org to register for either part of the class. 

Treasures and Unique Finds Await at Chillicothe Trade Days Oct. 2-4

The fall edition of Chillicothe Trade Days returns to the Ross County Fairgrounds Oct. 2-4.

The three-day event is a old-school swap-meet/flea market style event with hundreds of vendors selling everything from antiques and livestock to firearms and crafts. Concessions will also be available for purchase throughout the weekend. 

Trade Days will be open Friday, Oct. 2 for early bird shoppers starting at 3 p.m., then Saturday, Oct. 3 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 4 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission is $7 per person the entire weekend. More information can be found online by visiting ChillicotheTradeDays.com.

Majestic Theatre Hosting Several Tribute Acts this Fall

The majestic Theatre in Chillicothe will host several live classic rock tribute bands throughout September and October.

All shows* begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online by visiting MajesticChillicothe.net. The theatre is located at 45 E. Second St. in Chillicothe

September Shows:

• Friday, Sept. 4 - Pandoras Box: Aerosmith Tribute ($35+)

• Friday, Sept. 11 - Classic Stones Live: Rolling Stones Tribute ($32+)

• Saturday, Sept. 12 - A Tribute Night to the Eagles ($36+)

• Saturday, Sept. 19 - Elvis: The Legend Lives On (7 p.m. start; $31+)

October Shows:

• Saturday, Oct. 3 - Get Back: Tribute to the Beatles (Tickets TBA)

• Friday, Oct. 9 - Billy and the Jets: Elton John and Billy Joel Tribute ($32+)

• Saturday, Oct. 17 (Tentative) - Journey Tribute Band (Tickets TBA)

• Saturday, Oct. 24 - Legendary Tribute to The Beach Boys ($27+)

Chillicothe Halloween Festival Returns Oct. 9-11

The annual Chillicothe Halloween Festival returns to Yoctangee Park in Downtown Chillicothe Oct. 9-11. 

The festival opens Friday, Oct. 9 at 11 a.m. with pumpkin carving happening in the Rotary Shelter House from 2 to 5 p.m. The Kids Zone will open that afternoon at 4 p.m. followed by the opening ceremony at 5 p.m. and live music throughout the evening.

Saturday, Oct. 10 features the Zombie Run 5K at 10 a.m.; a car show and cruise-in at the Armory at Noon; a costume contest at 2 p.m.; Trunk or Treat at 4 p.m.; and more live music throughout the day.

Sunday, Oct. 11 wraps-up the weekend with the Pumpkin Drop Contest at Noon; Coffin Races at 2 p.m.; and live music at 1 and 3 p.m. before the festival concludes at 5 p.m.

Visit ChillicotheHalloweenFestival.com for more information.

Monthly 'Free Market' Helps Ross County Residents in Need

First Capital PRIDE hosts a monthly Free Market at the Ross County Library the third Saturday of each month.

Markets are set-up similar to a thrift store, but all the items are available at no cost. This can include shelf-stable and perishable food items, clothing, shoes and work boots, hygiene items, books, games, and more. 

The markets take place in the main library annex at 140 S. Paint Street in Chillicothe. Those wishing to donate to the market can drop items off the day of the market anytime after 10 a.m. Markets are open for shopping from Noon to 3 p.m.

Visit FirstCapitalPride.org and click on the events tab for more information.