Hamilton's Oktoberfest hits 46 years old in 2011. It's one of Butler County's oldest German…read morefestivals and it shows -- this three-day event is authentic. The food is all homemade the week of the festival, including bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad, Limburger cheese (ekk, acquired taste there!!), cream puffs, sauerkraut balls, and cabbage rolls. My personal favorites are the last two listed. Like all Oktoberfest celebrations, there is a ton of beer and live bands singing German and "Germanized" versions of popular American music. But this festival also has Jägermeister and wine booths, tons of kids rides and games, and the keg-tapping of an authentic wooden keg from Munich. You will meet some of the most interesting people here with life stories to last weeks. I met a Yugoslavian man who was in concentration camps under Hitler when he was a boy. Great place to go with a large group of friends for a fill of German heritage without having to go all the way to Cincinnati.

This place has so many games and it has really great food I went there last year and I am going…read morethis year but it is really FUN

Hey I thought this was a fabulous event and I wish it happened more than once a year! Very well…read moreattended and organized, huge variety of food trucks to choose from. Conveniently located (for me lol) and had a lot of parking, although they closed the lot after I came in which was weird. I went around lunch time and was able to be home within an hour! Please do this event more often!! I tried the following: AJ's Cheesesteaks - I've heard so much about how they're some of the best cheesesteaks in the area. The product was definitely quality and the bread was good, but all I could taste was the butter they put all over the bun, no cheese or steak flavor. The sandwich was also kind of small. I would try it again sometime, especially the fries, but tbh Penn Station is better for me. Fusako - I was really excited to try this truck. I guess the signature item was the wings or the hotdog, which sounded great but too heavy for me. I tried the street corn gyoza and it was $10 for 4 gyoza with some canned corn and mayo topping and regular dumplings...? I didn't get it. Shaken up Lemonade - I appreciated that this lemonade was not super sweet and it was a large portion. Refreshing! Naughty Lobster - The sandwich was good, I just got a plain one instead of experimenting. I think it's better than the corporate lobster truck that comes around here sometimes. Just be aware that the guy on the truck hits on everyone, regardless of gender or age, as part of the shtick. (: Looking forward to attending this event next time and hoping for more like it!

I came here with my BFF, and we got an Italian beef sandwich, then got cheesesteak sandwich and…read moreloaded cheesesteak fries. The food was so very good. This place was packed and I wish they would do it once a month. I would so come back just try other things. As you can see in the pictures there are at least 50 food trucks. This is a foodies best day. If you haven't been here before, I highly recommend you come and enjoy a wonderful meal.

Super cute family market that I've visited for years. Spring and summer offer plenty of flowers and…read moreplants. Fall has plenty of pumpkins along with a great corn trail. The best part is the small market with plenty of fun snacks inside. My favorite was the strawberry shortcake milk from a local dairy farm. Service was nice and we were helped quickly.

I just love supporting local businesses. There's no cost to get in just in what you want to do…read more This family owned farm has all your fall festivities with cute photo ops, corn maze, food trucks and a few animals to see. I even got my big kids to take a hayride out to the pumpkin patch ( our guide was very nice and informative). We will be back.

Went to the monthly Bier Garten to listen to some German music, drink some German beer, and eat…read moresome German food. I accomplished all three, talked with old friends and met some new ones.

I have only visited the Germania Society at Christmas time, as it's a family tradition to enjoy an…read moreevening at their annual Christmas festival, so this review is specific to that event. A must do, at least once (but you'll probably want to come back) Outdoor festival grounds + huge tents filled with: *authentic German fare- (try the PICKLE SOUP!) *tables & tables of decadent Bavarian desserts *arts & crafts vendors *German specialty craft vendors *Music (german and holiday themed) *kids entertainment *horse & carriage wagon rides (last time we all sang Christmas carols as group during our ride) *bon fires *Krampus visits (our families favorite) *Santa Photos & Visits *Beer (of course) *If it's nice weather (like not too cold)- it will be crowded- so be prepared *If it's really cold weather - it will also be really crowded because more people will be in the tents, so also be prepared.

What a beautiful place. It's nicer than places you pay to see a ball game!…read more The baseball field isn't nasty astro turf. It's real grass! So the players stay cooler and we saw some great baseball. There are two fields. The big Prasco field has a Jumbotron and everything. Stands and dugouts are just like the major leagues. The smaller field features a snack bar. And up above, between both parks, there are sheltered tables and chairs. Bar stools but no beer. There are inflatables for the kids and shady spots for adults. It's family friendly. This park is so clean! I had to ask someone, do they actually use it? Oh my! What an amazingly calm and beautiful place. Children squealing with delight just gives me more reason to sit and enjoy the game. This gift from above makes places you pay for seem, dirty. Seriously, the profit factor changes everything and the people too. No charge for entry into the park? Free food? You MUST be joking. What have they done? And how can it be repaid? Just love one another as I have loved you. His resources are unlimited. What love! Amen.

I have no idea what would possess a corporation to invest in the community like Prasco does, but…read moreit's amazing. Events are most-always family friendly, and also most-always free. Local tournaments are often held here, as well as some college teams. In the summer, enjoy a free game with (yes) free concessions. I haven't yet been successful in scoring tickets to the annual Christmas event, but I hear it's one-of-a-kind. Recommended!

Charming & Timeless - A Gem in Middletown…read more The Sorg Opera House in downtown Middletown, Ohio, is a truly beautiful venue. While it could use a bit of repair and restoration in places, that doesn't take away from its unique charm and great atmosphere. We attended a concert there and were so pleased with the experience. The staff was welcoming and friendly, and the setting really transports you back in time--this historic space, built in the late 1800s, has an old-world elegance that's hard to find these days.

I've always wanted to see the inside of this establishment. Word is that there is a remodel in…read moreprogress. When first walking up to the entrance you feel like you're walking in to the past. As you walk the hallway to the theater space, you can feel the atmosphere. Then when you walk in to the theater, you are welcomed with an absolutely stunning view of the three+ floors of visual nirvana. The space is stunning and I'll be the first to admit that It for sure needs some serious TLC. As we talked to folks, they all state that you should have seen it before we started cleaning it up. It is a work in progress so things will get updated as they can. Once the lights dropped and the band started playing, the acoustics in this building was amazing!! We wandered around from the floor to second floor and the audio sounded phenomenal regardless of where you are seated. Dating myself here but I feel like Statler and Waldorf(muppets) should be heckling from the boxes. We will for sure go back. If it's cold outside, wear a jacket or bring a blanket as it gets kind of chilly in here. They are working in that too so that suggestion may no longer be needed.

Create outdoor dining - but I like someone else to cook my steak lol great staff, slightly dated…read morebut a nice outdoor choice

I had no idea Cincinnati had anything so spot on: wine, snacks, LIVE MUSIC and classic rock music…read more(Chicago, America, Seals & Croft, etc.), a lovely rolling hill where you set up with your chairs you bring or blanket and you must get there on time to catch the sunset behind. WOW. I kept saying to my BFF who I was visiting last weekend, "....You have GOT to get married here!" I am not kidding. It's perfect. Not a huge fan of the port-a-potties and would prefer facilities inside, but it is what it is and that's OK. I learned summer was JAMMED and to be honest, I prefer October where it's a little crisp. I can't wait to bring my husband here. Love the live music and the Cincinnati-as wine, dry red, was fantastic!

I'll start by saying my kids had a blast and that's what matters. But paying $70 for one hour of…read morebowling and not getting to order food because they had one server in the area is insane. The bathrooms were filthy. Didn't actually end up eating there because we didn't want to wait any longer. Too expensive for this type of service!

Total failure of management. We prepaid and reserved multiple activities, and Main Event could not…read moredeliver on what it sold. The facility was chaotic, unorganized, and clearly understaffed or poorly run. No one appeared to be in charge. Despite having a scheduled, prepaid reservation, our pool tables were not available because none were set aside. The manager's response was to "email and hope" for a refund. That is unacceptable and shows a complete lack of accountability. Main Event took our money knowing they could not honor reservations. This place should not be selling prepaid schedules it cannot manage. Do not waste your time or money.

One of my favorite winery experiences in a long time. Staff was super nice and was eager to stay…read morewith our group even when other staff were available. We went through many options but decided on some favorites. My bottle was $12 and I couldn't have been happier sitting beside the bond with it. It's such a cute place especially when they're playing live music!

Beautiful grounds with outdoor seating to enjoy your wine and fire oven pizza. There is also a well…read morekept pond. Expect a warm friendly greeting upon entering the wine tasting. The seating inside you are surrounded by vats of aging wine!! Don't forget to try to wine and bourbon slushes.