Ohio's small towns come alive in the summer months with some of the most unique (not to mention delicious) festivals. In fact, if you keep track of them, you could keep yourself busy all summer. There's one summer festival, however, you simply can't afford to miss this year. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of man's journey to the moon, the Summer Moon Festival in Wapakoneta is more than worthy of your bucket list.
Here's why you don't want to miss this one-of-a-kind festival:
Welcome to Wapakoneta, the proud hometown of astronaunt and first man on the moon, Neil Armstrong.
While this claim to fame is impressive, there's so much more to this small Ohio town. From the backyard museums to the local restaurants, this town is full of hidden gems.
Each year in July, the town gathers together to celebrate the monumental moment when man walked on the moon. This year's Summer Moon Festival takes place on July 17 - 20.
Downton Wapakoneta comes alive with a massive street party for four days and nights. There will be games, food, live entertainment, an antique car show, river boating and even the World's Largest MoonPie.
This year's celebration marks the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, so it will be the biggest festival yet.
To view a complete schedule of this year's events, click here.
The celebration continues at the Armstrong Air and Space Museum with interactive exhibits, inflatables and even rocket launches from July 19 - 21.
Address: 500 Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta, OH, 45895
While you're visiting, be sure to check out all the local shops and restaurants, as there will be all kinds of fun specials, such as City Bakery's Moon Rocks.
Address: 20 West Auglaize Street, Wapakoneta, OH, 45895
Have you ever attended the Summer Moon Festival? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
For more fun things to do and see in Wapakoneta, check out our previous article: The Most Ohio Town Ever And Why You Need To Visit.
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