Schedule:

Thursday, August 3 - Sunday, August 13, 2023

Display Contest, Various Locations. Business Hours
For a list of participating businesses, visit carnationfestival.com

Thursday, August 3 - Sunday, August 6, 2023

Carnation Kids Coloring Contest, Barnett Insurance

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Carnation Food Fest, UMU Campus Lakes, 4-11 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: Jimmy and the Soul Blazers, UMU Campus Lakes 7-10 p.m.
The Carnation Food Fest, previously the Rib Fest and the Rib Burn Off started in the late 1980's and has evolved over the event's 25+ years of existence. Annually, the Carnation Food Fest hosts numerous food vendors which vary from ribs to elephant ears. Area bands provide entertainment each evening.

7:00pm: Shakespeare at the Castle, Glamorgan Castle
Much Ado About Nothing
We started Shakespeare At The Castle in 2014 with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and we couldn’t think of a better show to offer this summer. It feels as though we’ve all been reborn, and are seeing the world through new eyes, so starting afresh with an old favorite made perfect sense to us.
Grounds open at 5:30
Preshow entertainment begins at 6:15
Lawn chairs encouraged. Bleacher seats also available.

Friday, August 4 - Sunday, August 13
Photo Contest, On Display in Cockrill's Showcase

Friday, August 4, 2023

Carnation Golf Scramble, Tannenhauf Golf Club, 9 a.m.

Carnation Food Fest, UMU Campus Lakes, Noon-11 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: Cold Shot, UMU Campus Lakes,  7-10 p.m.
The Carnation Food Fest, previously the Rib Fest and the Rib Burn Off started in the late 1980's and has evolved over the event's 25+ years of existence. Annually, the Carnation Food Fest hosts numerous food vendors which vary from ribs to elephant ears. Area bands provide entertainment each evening.

Flower Show, Jupiter, 7-9 p.m.
Gardeners are invited to exhibit their finest home grown cut flowers and cut leafy material. Area gardeners are encouraged to bring entries for the classes listed below.
Location: Jupiter, 346 East Main St
Individuals can register and drop off specimens from 7-9 p.m.

Shakespeare at the Castle, Glamorgan Castle,  7 p.m.
Much Ado About Nothing
We started Shakespeare At The Castle in 2014 with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and we couldn’t think of a better show to offer this summer. It feels as though we’ve all been reborn, and are seeing the world through new eyes, so starting afresh with an old favorite made perfect sense to us.
Grounds open at 5:30
Preshow entertainment begins at 6:15
Lawn chairs encouraged. Bleacher seats also available.

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Bartering Sidewalk Sale, Downtown,  4-8 p.m.

Historical Building Walking Tours, Downtown AAPRS Booth,  5 and 6 p.m.

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Community Luncheon, Mount Union Campus Center, 11:30 a.m. (Keynote Speakers:  Mr. James Stout & Ms. Kim Stout)
Tickets are on sale at the Alliance Area Chamber of Commerce.  The cost is $15.

Carnation Food Fest, UMU Campus Lakes, Noon-11 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: New Wave Nation, UMU Campus Lakes, 7-10 p.m.
The Carnation Food Fest, previously the Rib Fest and the Rib Burn Off started in the late 1980's and has evolved over the event's 25+ years of existence. Annually, the Carnation Food Fest hosts numerous food vendors which vary from ribs to elephant ears. Area bands provide entertainment each evening.

Flower Show, Jupiter, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Gardeners are invited to exhibit their finest home grown cut flowers and cut leafy material. Area gardeners are encouraged to bring entries for the classes listed below.
Location: Jupiter, 346 East Main St
Individuals can register and drop off specimens from 8:30-11 a.m. Judging, which will be closed to the public, will be held from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The Flower Show will be open to the public from 1-5 p.m.

Used Book Sale, The Commons, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Members Only/Membership available at door)
Members Only.  Memberships available at the door.

Auto Show, Glamorgan Castle, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Gracing the Glamorgan Castle grounds are automobiles; from the very old to the very new and from the super elegant to the sporty hot rod.
The Greater Alliance Carnation Festival's annual Auto Show brings car enthusiasts from all over with more than 300 cars!

Glamorgan Castle Tours, 200 Glamorgan St, Noon-4 p.m.
Admission fee required.
$10 adults donation, 10 and under free

Pedal Tractor Pull, Pedal Tractor Pull,UMU Campus Lakes, 2-4 p.m.
Fun for ages 3-100! Knox Ruritan pedal tractor pull.  Tractor and weight exchanger furnished.
Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. Event is by age group (youngest-oldest). Adults included

Shakespeare at the Castle, Glamorgan Castle, 7 p.m.
Much Ado About Nothing
We started Shakespeare At The Castle in 2014 with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and we couldn’t think of a better show to offer this summer. It feels as though we’ve all been reborn, and are seeing the world through new eyes, so starting afresh with an old favorite made perfect sense to us.
Grounds open at 5:30
Preshow entertainment begins at 6:15
Lawn chairs encouraged. Bleacher seats also available.

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Sunday, August 6, 2023

Fishing Derby, Kidwell Lake Silver Park, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
The Fishing Derby is held at Kidwell Lake in Silver Park for ages 4 to 12.
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Fire Truck Pump-In & Muster, Glamorgan Castle, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Glamorgan Castle Tours, 200 Glamorgan St, Noon-4 p.m.
Admission fee required.
$10 adults donation, 10 and under free

Used Book Sale, The Commons, 1-5 p.m.

Kick-Off Parade, 1 p.m.
The parade route will go south on Union to west on Glamorgan and end at the Castle.

Haines House Tours, 186 W. Market St, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required.
Suggested donation $5 adult, 6 and under free

Mabel Hartzell Home Tours, 840 N. Park Ave, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required
Suggested donation $5 adult, 12 and under free

Hike and Seek, Huston-Brumbaugh Nature Center, 1-5 p.m.
Come out to the Nature Center to explore the woods while scouting for cut outs of common woodland animals.
Grab a checklist in the Visitors Center and follow a designated trail to find animals along the way.
Join us for a music jam. Bring an instrument or just come to listen. Beginners are welcome.  Starting at 2pm.  Programs and access are free and open to the public.

Alliance Cemetery Tours (Meet at the Chapel), 541 W. Vine St, 2 p.m.

Shakespeare at the Castle, Glamorgan Castle, 7 p.m.
Much Ado About Nothing
We started Shakespeare At The Castle in 2014 with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and we couldn’t think of a better show to offer this summer. It feels as though we’ve all been reborn, and are seeing the world through new eyes, so starting afresh with an old favorite made perfect sense to us.
Grounds open at 5:30
Preshow entertainment begins at 6:15
Lawn chairs encouraged. Bleacher seats also available.

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Monday, August 7, 2023

Used Book Sale, The Commons, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Children's Story Hour, Silver Park Miller Pavilion, 6 p.m.

Haines House Tours, 186 W. Market St, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required.
Suggested donation $5 adult, 6 and under free

Mabel Hartzell Home Tours, 840 N. Park Ave, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required
Suggested donation $5 adult, 12 and under free

Ice Cream Socials
Ice Cream Social: Community Care Center, 1 p.m.
Ice Cream Social: Bel Air, 6:30 p.m.
Starting in 1984, the Ice Cream Socials have provided a way to bring some of the Carnation Festival excitement to the residents of our area nursing/assistant living facilities.  The Carnation Queen and Court  visit and help provide some entertainment featuring sing-alongs of older songs that bring back memories to the residents.  When this fun is done...ice cream is served!

Movie on the Silver Screen, Movie:  The Wild, Silver Park at Dusk (Rain Date- Aug. 8)
Free Admission.
If it's still raining on Aug. 8 at noon, the movie will move to Alliance High School.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Used Book Sale, The Commons, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Haines House Tours, 186 W. Market St, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required.
Suggested donation $5 adult, 6 and under free

Mabel Hartzell Home Tours, 840 N. Park Ave, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required
Suggested donation $5 adult, 12 and under free

Ice Cream Socials
Ice Cream Social: Roselawn Gardens, 2 p.m.
Ice Cream Social: McCrea Manor, 6 p.m.
Starting in 1984, the Ice Cream Socials have provided a way to bring some of the Carnation Festival excitement to the residents of our area nursing/assistant living facilities.  The Carnation Queen and Court  visit and help provide some entertainment featuring sing-alongs of older songs that bring back memories to the residents.  When this fun is done...ice cream is served!

Carnation Trail Run, Iron Horse Trail, 6 p.m.
Registration Begins at 5 p.m. First Christian Church, Pre-registration recommended
Ages 5- 18
Free Event
After years of the Carnation Triathlon (now retired), the Carnation Trail Run is an opportunity for those who like to run and want a unique view of the city. The event begins and ends at First Christian Church.

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Carnation Youth Color Run, Iron Horse Trail, 6 p.m.
Register at the Alliance Family YMCA

How Books Are Made, Silver Park, 6:30 p.m.
Samantha Swank is an Alliance, Ohio native. She graduated from Hofstra University in 2013 with degrees in English and History and spent twelve years living in the New York City area. She is an editor at Scholastic in the Licensing, Media, and Brands group, working on tie-books for brands like Clifford the Big Red Dog, The Dodo, Lethal Lit, Hunt A Killer, and Harry Potter.
When she’s not working or reading the latest mysteries, rom-coms, and presidential biographies, Sam can be found singing karaoke, catching up on her DVR, overanalyzing the MCU, or playing fetch with her cat, Mrs. Hudson.

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Used Book Sale, The Commons, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (Fill a bag, make a donation all day)

Haines House Tours, 186 W. Market St, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required.
Suggested donation $5 adult, 6 and under free

Mabel Hartzell Home Tours, 840 N. Park Ave, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required
Suggested donation $5 adult, 12 and under free

Ice Cream Socials
Ice Cream Social: Stone Creek Assisted Living & Memory Care, 2 p.m.
Starting in 1984, the Ice Cream Socials have provided a way to bring some of the Carnation Festival excitement to the residents of our area nursing/assistant living facilities.  The Carnation Queen and Court  visit and help provide some entertainment featuring sing-alongs of older songs that bring back memories to the residents.  When this fun is done...ice cream is served!

Days in the Park, Silver Park, 4-9 p.m.
Musical Entertainment:  In Like Flinn, Silver Park, 6-9 p.m.

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Carnation Days, Beech Creek Gardens, 10 a.m.- 4p.m.
BEECH CREEK BOTANICAL GARDEN & NATURE PRESERVE will be offering an exhibit on Levi Lamborn and information on the scarlet carnation, as well as hands-on crafts for children. Both of these activities are free. Exploring the grounds and all current exhibits, including the butterfly house is subject to the Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve general admission cost. The cost is $8 per person, ages 2 and under are free, and seniors (ages 65+) are $5 per person. Beech Creek Members receive free admission.

Haines House Tours, 186 W. Market St, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required.
Suggested donation $5 adult, 6 and under free

Mabel Hartzell Home Tours, 840 N. Park Ave, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required
Suggested donation $5 adult, 12 and under free

Ice Cream Socials
Ice Cream Social: Canterbury Villa, 2 p.m.
Ice Cream Social: Altercare of Alliance, 6 p.m.
Starting in 1984, the Ice Cream Socials have provided a way to bring some of the Carnation Festival excitement to the residents of our area nursing/assistant living facilities.  The Carnation Queen and Court  visit and help provide some entertainment featuring sing-alongs of older songs that bring back memories to the residents.  When this fun is done...ice cream is served!

Days in the Park, Silver Park, 4-9 p.m.
Musical Entertainment:  Carnation City Players & Timmy the Boy, Silver Park, 6-8 p.m.

Hot Air Balloons Lift-Off, Silver Park, 7 p.m.
One of the many joys of Days in the Park can be found in the sky when anywhere from 7 - 10 Hot Air Balloons take flight.  A family tradition for some, and for others it can be a new experience.
Mother nature doesn't always cooperate, so we do NOT have a rain date.  Whether you choose to watch from afar or near, it is definitely an event to watch.

Friday, August 11, 2023

Carnation Days, Beech Creek Gardens, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
BEECH CREEK BOTANICAL GARDEN & NATURE PRESERVE will be offering an exhibit on Levi Lamborn and information on the scarlet carnation, as well as hands-on crafts for children. Both of these activities are free. Exploring the grounds and all current exhibits, including the butterfly house is subject to the Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve general admission cost. The cost is $8 per person, ages 2 and under are free, and seniors (ages 65+) are $5 per person. Beech Creek Members receive free admission.

Haines House Tours, 186 W. Market St, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required.
Suggested donation $5 adult, 6 and under free

Mabel Hartzell Home Tours, 840 N. Park Ave, 1-4 p.m.
Admission Fee Required
Suggested donation $5 adult, 12 and under free

Ice Cream Socials
Ice Cream Social: Brookdale Senior Living, 2 p.m.
Starting in 1984, the Ice Cream Socials have provided a way to bring some of the Carnation Festival excitement to the residents of our area nursing/assistant living facilities.  The Carnation Queen and Court  visit and help provide some entertainment featuring sing-alongs of older songs that bring back memories to the residents.  When this fun is done...ice cream is served!

Days in the Park, Silver Park. 4-9 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: Statford Kings, Silver Park, 6-9pm

Pet Show, Jaycee Shelter Silver Park, 6 p.m. (Rain Date: Aug. 12)

Saturday, August 12, 2023

Visiting Queens Breakfast, Country Club, 8:30-10:30 a.m.

This event is held each year to honor those queens and courts who visit the Carnation City to participate in the Grand Parade.

Carnation Days, Beech Creek Gardens, 10 a.m.-4p.m.
BEECH CREEK BOTANICAL GARDEN & NATURE PRESERVE will be offering an exhibit on Levi Lamborn and information on the scarlet carnation, as well as hands-on crafts for children. Both of these activities are free. Exploring the grounds and all current exhibits, including the butterfly house is subject to the Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve general admission cost. The cost is $8 per person, ages 2 and under are free, and seniors (ages 65+) are $5 per person. Beech Creek Members receive free admission.

Grand Parade, 11 a.m.
The parade route will go east on State Street to Union and ends on Broadway.
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Days in the Park, Silver Park, 1-10 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: Community Gospel Songfest, Silver Park, 3-5 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: John Hampu Band, Silver Park, 6-9 p.m.

Firework, Silver Park, 9:30 p.m. (Rain Date: Aug 13)

Sunday, August 13, 2023

YWCA Unity Walk, YWCA, 1p.m.

Alliance Cemetery Tours (Meet at the Chapel), 541 W. Vine St, 2 p.m.

Date: August 3 - 13, 2023

Location: Various Venues in Alliance, OH 44601.

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