2026
UPCOMING EVENTS
Multiple once-in-a-lifetime events for the 250th anniversary to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence & in July, watch for the fireworks celebration hosted by the American Legion Post 459 & our historical display of military uniforms from 1812-present day called “Threads of Valor”!
Winter & Spring 2026
January – December: Special exhibits, educational programs, and celebrations for America 250 all year long.
January:
Exhibit: “The First Telephone in the State of Ohio” located in a Geauga County Settlement.
Educational Program: “The History of Communication” (Fridays and Sundays starting Jan 8th).
February:
Exhibit: Historical exhibits on Maple Production, Dairy & Cheese Production, and Grist Mills.
February 28: The Battle of Anzio.
March:
Exhibit: Movies & Music Made in Geauga County, Ohio.
Every Sunday (March): Pancake Village U.S.A. (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM). Enjoy maple-syrup pancakes and visit the only Maple Museum in Ohio, which is open all day.
April:
Exhibit: The Railroads & the Interurban Rail that ran through Geauga.
May:
May 8: Historical Art Show (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM).
May 9: Historical Art Show (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM).
May 23 & 24: Civil War Encampment & Reenactment (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Living history with soldier life, encampments, and battle reenactments.
Summer 2026
June:
Exhibit: Outdoor “Oil & Natural Gas Exhibit” Learn about innovative technology in Emission Free Energy production using Natural Gas for AI Servers.
June 15–17: Little House on the Prairie – Half-Pint Pioneer School (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM). A hands-on pioneer school program for ages 5–7.
July:
July 3: Special “Threads of Valor” Exhibit at the fairgrounds for the American Legion Post 459 Fireworks Show Celebration.
July 6–10: Pioneer School Days (Ages 8–12). Learn and live pioneer history. Registration required.
July 11: Burton-Middlefield Rotary Maple Splash!
July 18: 250 County Celebration – Geauga Potluck Picnic & Homecoming (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM). Games, Music, Historical Buildings Open for Viewing, and Reunions.
August:
Exhibit: “The Oldest Continuous Fair in Ohio” The Great Geauga County Fair. Find out where the first fair in Geauga was held.
August 1: Raccoon County Music Festival (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM). Live music and food.
August 8 & 9: Antique Power Show (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Tractor pulls machinery from steam power to diesel. Parade each day.
Fall 2026
September:
Exhibit: Geauga Sport & Recreation Champions – Inspiring talks throughout the month.
September 11 & 12: “Light Up the Night” – 3rd Annual Balloon Festival (4:00 PM – 10:00 PM). Music, food, fun, and hot air balloons.
September 23: Home School Days.
October:
October 10 & 11: Celebrate the 250 at Apple Butter Festival & Ox Roast (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Historic tours, craft show, games for kids, music, and more.
October 17: Geauga Loss Team Fundraiser – Public Event – Dinner & Costume Contest.
October 23 & 24: Ghost Walk Tours (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM). Learn Geauga’s Spooky History! Shop & Food.
October 31: Trick or Treat in the Historical Century Village (Free Event). Costume contest, food, music, and candy handout from Geauga nonprofit organizations.
Holiday Season 2026
November:
Exhibit: “Threads of Valor” – Revolutionary War Uniform and Drum, plus toy lead soldier Revolutionary War Exhibit.
November 27: Join our float in the Burton Parade (6:00 PM).
November 28: “Back in Time Christmas”.
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Pancake Breakfast with our own farm-made Maple Syrup.
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Pictures with Santa (small gift takeaways for kids).
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Holiday Home Tours and pioneer cooking classes.
December:
Exhibit: “Geauga County in 2076” A look at AI production and innovative energy options.
December 2–23: Crossroads Store Open for Unique Gifts (Wed–Sat, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM).