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Appalachian Festival
Celebrating Appalachian Tradition for 54 years!
New location this year in Our Forever Home of the Village of New Richmond, OH
May 10 & 11, 2025
The Festival is presented by The Appalachian Community Development Association. All proceeds go to a grant fund to give back to the Appalachian community for education, food, and projects.
New Richmond, Ohio - The Appalachian Festival is Cincinnati’s Mother's Day weekend tradition, May 10 and 11, 2025, along Front Street in the Village of New Richmond. Immerse yourself in a celebration of Appalachian culture amidst the scenic setting. This year, mark your calendars as we bring an array of vibrant activities for all ages. From local arts and crafts to delicious traditional food, there's something for everyone. Remember, for a seamless entry to this memorable event, we're returning to a cash-only system for entrance to the event. Be sure to experience the magic of the Appalachian Festival with us and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
The Appalachian Festival will take place on Mother’s Day Weekend, May 10 and 11, 2025. Our festival hours are Saturday, May 10 - 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday, May 11 - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. The Appalachian Festival is held along Front Street in the Village of New Richmond, OH 45157, Clermont County.
This year we’re featuring music on three stages, with some of the greatest local bluegrass bands, including: Tony & Rachel Holt, Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Rd, The Tillers, Danny Burton & The Thunderbirds, Cecil Jackson & Dry Ridge, Danny Davis Band, Steve Bonefal & One Iota Corndrinkers, Duly Noted Bluegrass WonPeace, Farmer and the Crow, Kentucky Lap Fiddler Band, Rabbit Hash String Band, Vernon McIntyre and Appalachian Grass, Forest Hills Bluegrass Band........... and a lot more favorites!
Storytelling is ingrained in our Appalachian culture. So deeply rooted you might even say it's the cornerstone of the entire cultural foundation. Stephen "Doc" Hollen will be meandering around the Appalachian Festival this year to celebrate his 25 years at the festival. He'll host our storytellers at his "Wagon Twain" portable storytelling stage. Back by popular demand, Old Coots Free Advice, Stephen and Paul Ingram will be giving free advice (not necessarily good advice, just free) at the Old Coots Free Advice tent. Better yet, look for Doc wandering around, selling Snake Oil and other dubious concoctions that will tickle your funny bone if not heal your maladies.
Local and regional dance troupes will be performing a variety of energetic clogging and line dances on our dance stage all weekend long. No experience is necessary while you dance the night away at the Saturday night Fun Dance which we’re excited to bring back to our Dance tent this year. 
The Appalachian artisan shops, mouthwatering food, and Pickin’ Porches line the walkways, as you stroll through various Appalachian traditions. Immerse yourself in our Living History Area that is an authentic Mountain Village. Take a moment to not only enjoy but join in at the Native American drum as they dance at the Native American Dance Circle. Take time to learn how life was with our demonstrators while they show you their trade in tin smithing, blacksmithing, mountain distilling, broom making, soap-making, spinning, and more.
Round out your weekend on Sunday morning in worship with a Mountain Church Service in our Living History area and then soak in the rays and fresh air, strolling along the Ohio river in the historic Village of New Richmond. This is the one event you won’t want to miss this year!
Share with us this Mother’s Day tradition which is Fun for the whole family!
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Event Venue: Village of New Richmond, Front Street, OH 45157
Hours: Saturday, May 10th: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Sunday, May 11th: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Admission:
$15 for Adults
$5.00 for Kids, 5-17
4 and below free
Phone: 513-251-3378
Media Contact: Ron Simmons and Shanon Rice
Email: info@appalachianfestival.org