Annual Events
Tyler’ s Light 5k May... The Tyler’ s Light 5k was created to bring community awareness and raise funds in a continued effort to equip the community of Pickerington, Fairfield County, Central Ohio and State of Ohio with information and resources to help people choose a drug-free life.
Chocolate Hop May, 6-8:30 PM... For a $ 5.00 donation, obtain a map and enjoy a chocolate treat at each participating business. Proceeds benefit the Pickerington-Violet Township Historical Society and OPVBA Community events.
Food Truck Frenzy June... The Food Truck Frenzy will not only feature amazing food provided by area food truck vendors, but also include activities and entertainment for the entire family to enjoy.
The Frenzy is both a fundraiser for the Food Pantry and an opportunity to raise hunger awareness in and around Pickerington while providing a family-oriented event for the Pickerington Community.
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PetFest June, 6-8:30 PM... Free annual, familyfriendly event. Food and pet-related vendors line West Columbus Street in Olde Pickerington Village. People bring their leashed pets and can be part of the 7:30 PM Pet Parade! Olde Village shops and restaurants are open. There will be a Yard Sale on the Museum lawn.
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Summer Concert Series June-July... Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy music in the park with family and friends.
Friday Night Flicks June-July... Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy a movie on the white barn with family and friends.
July 4th Celebration July... Bring out the whole family for an evening to enjoy the parade, rides, food, live music and, of course, the fireworks display.
Pickerington Violet Festival July... The Pickerington Violet Festival is a four-day celebration of the community that offers a variety of fun and entertainment. Whether it is the carnival rides, the more than 15 food vendors, the national entertainment line-up, the 5k dash and kids’ fun run, or the car and bike show, the Festival has something for families and individuals of all ages.
Pickerington Lions Labor Day Parade & Fish Fry Labor Day... Since 1949, the Pickerington Lions Club has sponsored Pickerington’ s annual Labor Day festivities. Bring the kids and enjoy a great parade, a fabulous fried fish dinner, family-friendly entertainment, FREE inflatables and more!
Haunted Village October... Halloween fun for all ages! Ghost tours, story-telling, hayrides, Trick-or-Treating through the Olde Pickerington Village businesses, Haunted Garden, Haunted Museum, Haunted House, entertainment, food and more!
Holiday Gathering December... Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring children’ s crafts and storytelling, Christmas lights and luminaria, strolling carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, Pickerington’ s Merry Mile fun run / walk at 6:00 PM, indoor Holiday Gift Market, Gingerbread House Contest, visit with Santa, lighting of Pickerington’ s Christmas tree & the Plaza of Lights at 7:00 PM, and much more. Shops, restaurants and the Historical Society Museum are also open!