September 19, 2026—September 21, 2026

Ohio Pawpaw Festival

Nelsonville

Take a bite out of one of Ohio’s largest native tree fruits during this annual fruit-filled celebration. Visitors to the three-day affair are welcome to compete for the best pawpaw-related work of art, as well as go head-to-head in an eating contest or cook-off. The event center will be jam-packed with presenters detailing genetics, medical use, growing and cooking of the fruit. Make sure not to leave before sampling a number of pawpaw-forward food and beverages.