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This Weekend in Hocking Hills
Friday, August 7 - Saturday, August 8, 2026
Film: Back to the Future - Logan Theater
Logan Theater, 88 East Main Street, Logan. Showtimes are Friday at 7:00 PM and Saturday at 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM. Tickets listed at $8 general admission, $7 youth under 11 and seniors.
The Perseid Preview - John Glenn Astronomy Park, 8:45 PM
Friday and Saturday programs preview the Perseid meteor shower and the Milky Way. Programs are weather dependent and require free parking reservations.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Ohio's Friendliest Train Robbery, 6:00 PM
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 West Canal Street, Nelsonville. The family train ride features bandits on horseback and departs promptly at 6:00 PM; riders should arrive at least 30 minutes early.
Hocking County Farmers Market, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Courthouse parking lot on Main Street, Logan. Monthly market featuring local farmers, bakers, crafters, and small-town businesses.
Saturday, August 8 - Sunday, August 9, 2026
Hippie Fest 2026 - Hocking Hills, 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Hocking County Fairgrounds, Logan. A family-friendly arts and music festival with vendors, music, a vintage car show, and activities. Tickets must be reserved online in advance.
Next Week & Beyond
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Old Man's Cave Hike - Hocking Hills, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Meet in front of the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a moderate one-mile naturalist hike through the gorge.
Friday, August 14 - Saturday, August 15, 2026
Film: Raiders of the Lost Ark - Logan Theater
Logan Theater, 88 East Main Street, Logan. Showtimes are Friday at 7:00 PM and Saturday at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Celestial Clouds - John Glenn Astronomy Park, 8:30 PM
Friday and Saturday weather-dependent programs about nebulae and star-forming clouds. Free parking reservations are required.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Creature Feature - Hocking Hills State Park Lodge, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Meet at Hocking Hills State Park Lodge for a free naturalist program about one or more native Ohio creatures.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Old Man's Cave Hike - Hocking Hills, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Meet at the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for the weekly moderate one-mile naturalist hike.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Creature Feature - Hocking Hills State Park Lodge, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Meet at the lodge for a free naturalist program about native Ohio wildlife.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Explore Your Preserves: Rockbridge, 9:00 AM
11475 Dalton Road, Rockbridge. Beat the heat on a moderate 1.5-mile hike to the largest natural bridge in Ohio. Wear sturdy shoes; walking sticks and water are recommended.
The Colors of the Stars - John Glenn Astronomy Park, 8:30 PM
Learn why stars have different colors and what light reveals about them. Programs are weather dependent and require free parking reservations.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Love Hocking Hills Trail Clean Up - Ash Cave, 10:00 AM
Volunteer cleanup day at Ash Cave. Free and open to volunteers; check the trail-cleanup schedule for meeting details.
Passion & Commitment: 30 Years of Wildlands Preservation
Highlands Nature Sanctuary. Arc of Appalachia's day includes presentations, tours, a guided hike, and time with the organization. Geared to adults, with families welcome.
Beginner Archery - Hocking Hills, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Old Man's Cave area, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan. Meet at the archery range across from the campground office. Equipment is provided; children must be accompanied by an adult.
The Colors of the Stars - John Glenn Astronomy Park, 8:30 PM
Saturday's weather-dependent JGAP program repeats the stars-and-light theme. Free parking reservations are required.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Love Hocking Hills Trail Clean Up - Old Towne Creek, 1:00 PM
Volunteer cleanup day at Old Towne Creek. Free and open to volunteers; check the trail-cleanup schedule for meeting details.
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Beginner Archery - Hocking Hills, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Old Man's Cave area, 20160 State Route 664 South, Logan. Beginner archery course with equipment provided; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Special Late Night Event: Lunar Eclipse - John Glenn Astronomy Park, 10:00 PM
An almost-total lunar eclipse begins at 10:33 PM and continues after midnight. JGAP plans telescope hosting beginning at 10:00 PM; free parking, reservations are required.
