Milan Melon Festival

Prepare for a slice of sweet excitement at the Milan Melon Festival! Every year, this charming village transforms into a paradise of agricultural celebration where over 50,000 visitors descend upon the scenic Village Square. Famous for its legendary, small-batch cantaloupe ice cream and watermelon sherbet crafted perfectly for the Labor Day weekend, this lively event serves up a phenomenal array of classic carnival rides, a spectacular two-hour grand parade, and competitive fun like the Big Wheelie Race. Families and foodies alike will find endless enjoyment browsing the local artisan crafts, catching the antique car show, and cheering on the crowning of the Melon Queen. Whether you are coming to conquer the 5K road race or simply to indulge in the tastiest muskmelons Ohio has to offer, this historic town promises an incredibly juicy weekend escape you won’t want to miss.