The Hocking Hills is the perfect place to get out and experience events like no other! Whether you’re walking in a winter wonderland, or hiking in the endless greenery of the summer, the Hocking Hills has something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s start planning a vacation like no other! For more must-dos around the area, download our Vacation Guide and get insider access to all things Hocking Hills. Ready, set, go!
Hocking Hills Annual Events
Winter 
Winter in the Hocking Hills is all about enjoying the outdoors! Events during this time include the annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike and the Logan Frozen Festival. These festivals offer the perfect opportunity to experience the natural beauty and hospitality of the area!
Downtown Logan Christmas Parade: Kick off the holiday season with this themed Christmas parade! See Santa and cheer on your favorite parade entry.
New Year’s Eve Train & Fireworks: Celebrate the New Year on the train! Depart from the Nelsonville Depot at 10:30pm and enjoy a fireworks display at midnight on the return trip!
Hocking Hills Winter Hike: For more than 60 years, hikers have trekked this 6-mile journey from Old Man’s Cave to Ash Cave, enjoying the stunning winter landscapes along the way.
Logan Frozen Festival: Logan transforms into a festive winter wonderland for this annual event each January. Enjoy ice sculptures, a skating rink, live entertainment, and more!
Spring
Lush greenery and warmer temperatures make spring in the Hocking Hills a great escape. Events during this time celebrate getting out and taking a breath of the fresh springtime air!
Wildflowers and Waterfalls Hike: Explore the trails and learn about the vibrant blooms and cascading waterfalls in the area! These guided hikes are offered daily during the event each year.
Wild Turkey Festival: Located in McArthur, Ohio, this festival features food and beverage vendors, amusement park rides, and a parade.
New Straitsville Moonshine Festival: Featuring a working still display, local history museum, flea market vendors, carnival rides, two parades, and much more, this festival is a must-see. Our area’s famous New Straitsville Special Moonshine will also be available for sale and sampling, so you can take a sip of Hocking Hills history.
Maple Sugaring in The Hills: Partake in the fun at the Historic Cabin behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center. Take a step back in time to see how maple sugar has been processed over the years and enjoy delicious goods sold on site.
Summer 
Summer is the time to get out! In addition to hiking in Hocking Hills State Park, visitors to the area can attend fun local events! Music, arts, and nature are just some of the things that you’ll find at festivals.
Logan Washboard Arts & Music Festival: As the home of the last operational washboard factory in the US, Logan, Ohio celebrates this unique piece of history during this annual festival each year.
Lilyfest: Enjoy art, live music, and the beautiful Bishop Educational Gardens at this annual event.
Hocking Hills Medieval Fest: Journey back to a simpler time and enjoy entertainment, food, and family-friendly magical fun!
Hocking Hills Bigfoot Festival: This annual family-friendly festival celebrates the outdoors, our community, and, of course, Bigfoot! Enjoy live music, food, and fun!
Fall
When the temperatures drop, and the leaves begin to change color, locals and visitors come together to celebrate the change of season. Pumpkin festivals, apple festivals, and much more make this time of year special.
Circleville Pumpkin Show: The Circleville Pumpkin Show is Ohio’s oldest festival and is cherished by all. Enjoy giant pumpkin weigh-ins, pumpkin-themed treats, parades, and pageants during this weekend-long festival!
Jackson County Apple Festival: Celebrate the region’s rich apple heritage at this family-friendly event! Parades, contests, live entertainment, and apple delicacies have attracted visitors from near and far for more than 70 years.
Stay with us at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls for easy access to all the top annual events in the area! 
Here at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, we have the perfect accommodation for any getaway. Choose between Hocking Hills cabins, yurts, cottages, and geodomes! Customize your stay by adding a special package to your stay and get ready for the vacation of a lifetime! We can’t wait to welcome you to the Hocking Hills!