Camping on site is also available. Waverly Centered around the Ohio-Erie Canal, which opened in Waverly in 1832, this event features entertainment, pioneer demonstrations, arts and crafts, pageants, kids' rides and games, a Best Father contest and a parade. The first International Washboard Festival will feature washboard and other musicians from around the world, including jazz and rhythm and blues performers. Scheduled performers include Ralf Reynolds and the Rhythm Rascals who play on Main Street in Disney World, Big Mama Sue, Buffalo Ridge and Sister Jean the Ragtime Queen and Laundry Fat. In addition to music, the festival will provide entertainment in the form of rides, food, crafts, children's activities, two parades and a variety of contests.
Admission is free.
Sample tamales, empanadas, tacos, fajitas and ceviche and be sure to save room for tempting desserts such as flan and coconut and mango ice cream. Join the Samba parade, visit the Children's Workshop area or stroll throughout the colorful marketplace. The 18th annual Hocking River Cleanup and Festival will begin with a cleanup in the morning with volunteers covering as many river miles as possible. Volunteers are still needed and all are welcome. Learn what an important role the Muskingum River played in the settlement of the Northwest Territory.