Visit Brown County, Ohio

06/01/2026

MONDAY MORNING UPDATE! The final schedule will be shared soon but we thought it may be helpful to share some topline information as you plan to spend your day with us on Saturday, July 4th at the Brown County Fairgrounds!

1. This is a countywide, ONE DAY EVENT on Saturday, July 4th to Celebrate America's 250th Birthday.
2. This is a RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. Things may need to be adjusted if weather gets involved. Should the weather play a part for the Fireworks, Only the Fireworks would move to Sunday, July 5th.
3. America 250 events will start at 10am and conclude with the Fireworks. The Veterans Car Show will start their registration at 8am, but other events will not yet be open. This is an ALL DAY EVENT with a full schedule to be posted soon!
4. This page is your BEST and QUICKEST way to receive updates!
5. THIS IS A FREE EVENT! You can purchase food and drinks from our great variety of Food Trucks! There is no admission fees, parking fees or fees to enter games/contests or attend the concerts.
6. Parking will be in the General Fairgrounds Parking. There will be no shuttles. There will be no parking on the grounds for the safety of families moving about.
7. The rear of the Fairgrounds will be blocked for safety to prepare for Fireworks until they are over. Traffic will be one way into the parking lot and a dedicated one way out will be available until the Fireworks conclude.
8. The Entrance to the event will be from the general parking area gate only. Please be considerate of others when parking. We realize that families may want to park to prepare for Fireworks, but please park in an orderly fashion. Trust us, you will be able to see them if you are in the parking lot and not in the fairgrounds. We also realize that people may come and go depending on their interests. Make yourself familiar with the parking and enter/exit routes when arriving.
9. America 250 will have a communication center next to the Sherriff's office who will also be there. Staff will be able to communicate at any time.
10. If you wish to register for the parade, displays or the Tractor/Machinery Display, please visit our website.

THIS A FAMILY FRIENDY EVENT. We have things for everyone and for adults and as well as the littlest of children. Enjoy!

LASTLY - THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! Three years in the making! SHARE THIS WITH FRIENDS! THIS IS THE MAIN METHOD OF COMMUNICATION!

Additional information and forms are available on our website at America250BrownCountyoh.com.

05/31/2026

🌟🎤 Brown County’s Got Talent is BACK! 🎤
Do you have a talent that's ready for the spotlight? From singers and musicians to magicians, comedians, dancers, and more—all acts are welcome!

🎭 Preliminary Tryouts:
📅 August 15
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Sons of Toil

🏆 Finals:
📅 October 3
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Brown County Fair
⚠️ Pre-Registration is Required

📲 Scan the QR code or register using the link on the flyer.

Don't miss your chance to shine and show
Brown County what you've got! ⭐

05/28/2026

🏕️ Check THIS out:
Campground groceries without leaving the campsite 👋

Ready for a weekend at the river, but not excited about fighting the grocery store first?

We’ve got you covered. 🙌

Shop our local grocery store online, choose “delivery” at checkout, and we’ll bring the goods straight to your campsite 🚚🇺🇸

Whether you need:
🥩 Grill-ready meats
🌭 Chicken hot dogs & all sorts of beef and pork bratwursts
🥘 Heat & eat meals
🥛 Fresh milk, eggs & local baked goods
🔥 Fireside snacks and sweet tooth fixins

…we’ll help keep the camper life simple so you can spend more time relaxing with friends and family.

Delivery now available to:
📍 Eagle Creek Marina
📍 Chief Logan's Gap
📍 Straight Creek
📍 Whiteoak Creek Marina
📍 Boat Club
📍 Red Oak Creek Campgrounds

Order any time of the week for a Thursday & Friday evening or Saturday morning delivery.

Delivery fee: $6.99
Because these kids can’t drive to you for free 😄

05/20/2026

Be sure to check out and share America 250 Brown County OH page so you don’t miss updates on this exciting celebration. You will not want to miss this special day! ❤️🤍💙

MORE EVENT NEWS! let's announce our next costume contest! Best Historical! Calling all to dress up as your favorite historic figure whether an Astronaut, Einstein, Rosie the Riveter, the more the merrier! Judged during the performance by Abe’s Lincoln

05/12/2026

Enjoyed sharing just how amazing Brown County is to visit, explore, and play at State Tourism Day!

It was also great getting to visit with Adam Bird for Ohio State Representative and Director Baldridge.

Today was a great reminder that you don’t have to leave Ohio to have an amazing summertime vacation — there is so much to see, do, and experience right here at home!

04/23/2026

Ohio the Heart of it All

04/10/2026

🚨 Want your business seen ALL year long—not just for a moment, but for 365 days? 🚨
Here’s your chance to BE ON THE MAP and capture new customers across Brown County and beyond! 🗺️✨

This isn’t just an ad… it’s a 12-month spotlight in the official Brown County Tourism Map—putting your business directly in the hands of locals and visitors exploring our community.

✔️ Year-round visibility
✔️ Digital + print exposure
✔️ Featured on trusted local platforms
✔️ Backed by Chamber credibility

From premium back cover placement to budget-friendly options, there’s a spot for every business ready to grow.

📅 Deadline to reserve your space: May 22, 2026
📞 Call 937-444-3441 to secure your spot today!
Don’t just be in business… be seen, be found, and be chosen. 👀💼

03/19/2026

Get ready to spot our brand new Visit Brown County sign as Travel and Tourism heats up!

02/12/2026

Why Coffee?

Across Ohio — and right here in Brown County — locally owned coffee shops play a powerful role in community life. They create local jobs, spark conversation, and serve as welcoming spaces where visitors and residents connect.

Coffee shops are often the first stop when exploring a town and the place locals return to again and again. That’s why the Ohio Coffee Trail uses coffee as the common thread to showcase the people, places, and small businesses that make our communities worth visiting and supporting.

This isn’t a competition.
It’s not about being the “best.”
It’s about being part of the place.

Our Purpose:
The Ohio Coffee Trail is a growing nonprofit initiative connecting travel, tourism, Main Street districts, and small businesses across the state — one cup at a time.

By highlighting locally owned coffee shops, we help tell a bigger story rooted in community pride, economic growth, and small business resilience.

More Than Coffee
It’s where trips begin.
Where conversations unfold.
Where ideas are born.
Where community gathers.
More than coffee — it’s place, people, and story.

The Trail is currently in beta and continues to grow through partnerships with chambers, tourism organizations, and Main Street programs across Ohio.

☕ Ready to explore? Visit to learn more, find participating shops, and start your Ohio Coffee Trail journey.

Get In Touch!
(937)377-0020
2 S. Columbus St.
Russellville, Ohio 45168
[email protected]

11/25/2025

🎄 Bright Up Brown County is HERE! 🎄

We’re inviting any business in Brown County to join our Window & Doorway Decorating Contest—presented by the Brown County Chamber of Commerce, Brown County Travel & Tourism, and The Vault Café!

Already have your storefront decorated? Great — you can still participate!

✨ Contest runs: Dec 1–17
✨ Judging: Dec 15–16
✨ Prize: Gift basket of local goodies + $100 Merchant Bank VISA Gift Card

📸 We’ll visit each participating business to take photos and share them on Facebook!

👉 Sign up: https://forms.gle/sGwD49xiZfDmTG8u5

Let’s Bright Up Brown County together! ⭐