Obetz Zucchini Festival, Obetz, OH

Obetz, Ohio is a village with a population of approximately 4,500. Although tiny, this town knows how to throw a festival. The Obetz Zucchini Fest can also be considered the county fair for the town of Obetz, however in which the main attraction is, well, zucchini. Their activities include a large variety of rides, a car and motorcycle show, a parade, zucchini competitions, arts & crafts, multiple pageants, a magic show, and food samplings including zucchini bread, cake, burgers and fudge. This year, one of their main attractions is a tribute to the Eagles, featuring many of their best hits, including Hotel California. The festival lasts from Thursday, August 23^rd - Sunday, August 26^th. Visit their website here.

If you plan on attending this festival, I’d suggest staying in Columbus, the capital of Ohio. That way, you can have the privilege of touring Columbus as well as being in a close enough proximity to Obetz to attend the festival (the drive from Columbus to Obetz is approximately 17 minutes).

Only 10 minutes from the airport, the German Village Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast is an ideal location for anyone looking to tour Columbus and its surrounding areas. It is especially convenient for a person who plans on venturing to the zucchini fest, as this bed and breakfast is located near the south of Columbus, putting it in a closer proximity to the village of Obetz. The prices for two adults range from $170- $210 (CAD) a night, depending on size of rooms and weekends and weekdays.

A less expensive option is The Red Roof Inn Columbus West. Located 10 miles from downtown Columbus, its room rates range from $65-$75 (USD).

Attractions you should be sure to check out while you are staying in Columbus include:

Schrock'sAmish Farm

4821 OH-39, Berlin, OH 44610

Phone: 330-893-3232

Located in Berlin, Ohio, this Amish farm makes for an easy day trip and allows one to experience the ‘simple’ ways life. This is also an excellent opportunity to learn traditional food growing techniques, and discover the work that goes into it. Online reviewers say it was “very authentic” and they “were able to take a buggy ride and a wagon ride, [as well as] feed the animals.”

Spice it up - Amazing Tastes Tour

North Market, 59 Spruce St., Columbus

Taste your way through Columbus’ North Market. Tasters will learn the history of Columbus’ 130+ old food market, meet local merchants and farmers and taste all they have to offer.