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Here at the Miami County Visitors Bureau, we have been blogging about our area for years. And, more importantly, we continue to ask our residents and visitors to blog about their experiences throughout our historic towns as well. For example… did you know that we are part of the longest paved trail system in the country?

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  • Thanksgiving Gatherings

    November 17, 2022

    Coming to Miami County for Thanksgiving to visit with family and friends? Looking for a fun place or event to meet up and celebrate? Look no further. Enjoy this list of events and gatherings all weekend long. (For 21 and over.) Twenty One Barrels Gather your friends and grab a cup of cider or glass of wine at Twenty One Barrels! Enjoy music from Matthew Bruce and food from Hot Dish MCF Wednesday night and Barnyard BBQ Friday and Saturday night. Leaf and Vine- Wednesday November 23rd & Saturday November 26th, 9:00pm Thanksgiving Eve enjoy drinks and live music from

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  • The holiday season is quickly approaching, and it’s time to indulge in all things Merry and Bright! If you are looking for the perfect holiday experience to cherish with friends and family, look no further than Miami County Park District’s Holiday Lights at Lost Creek Reserve in Troy. This 1.25-mile drive-thru light display will surely brighten up your holiday season. You’ll be greeted by friendly staff and towering snowmen as you begin the tour down our illuminated lane. The journey continues as you traverse picturesque farm lanes and the edge of a dense woodland filled with over 60 twinkling displays

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  • With Halloween now over, many are looking towards and preparing for the winter holiday events and celebrations. Although it may seem early to some, since we haven’t even celebrated Thanksgiving, November is the start of the Holiday season. Check out some of the great holiday events this month in Miami County Piqua’s Holiday Horse Parade- Piqua November 12th, 7:00pm-9:00pm Imagine, elegant horse drawn carriages, hitches and riders, all outfitted with Holiday lights. Downtown Piqua offers just that with the Holiday Horse Parade down Main Street. Downtown Troy’s Grand Illumination-Troy November 25th, 5:00pm-8:30pm Downtown Troy lights up for the Holidays! Enjoy

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  • Festive holiday markets, glittering windows, and the fun of finding that perfect gift – it’s what the season lives for! In Miami County, we are all about fueling our local businesses and supporting those who give so much to the community. Shopping local and shopping small keeps our local communities and businesses alive. Whether it’s a one-of-a-kind art piece or a gift card to a restaurant, there’s something for everyone on your list. Add these events to your calendar for fun and successful weekends of holiday shopping in Miami County. Holiday Shopping and Markets in Miami County Enchanted Wonderland Weekend

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  • Best of Dayton Contest!

    October 24, 2022

    Every year Dayton Magazine hosts the “Best of Dayton” competition. The Best of Dayton is a celebration and competition between the top establishments within the Greater Dayton area. This includes businesses and establishments in Miami County! We are happy to be nominated in so many wonderful categories! Voting is OPEN until November 1st. Take a moment and vote for your Miami County favorites in each category! Vote using this link: https://www.thedaytonmagazine.com/best-of-dayton/ Antiques: Midwest Memories Clothing: Echo Boutique Fast Casual (Food): REU Juicery Fresh Catch (Seafood: Smith’s Boathouse Patio Dining: Smith’s Boathouse Pizza: Marion’s Piazza Mexican: La Fiesta Subs: Submarine House

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  • Looking for family-fun entertainment for Halloween? Miami County has you covered! From trick-or-treating to corn mazes and even educational events, there is something for everyone this spooky season. Skip the haunted houses and scary scenes and fill your calendar with more treats than tricks! We’ve gathered five fun, festive events hosted across Miami County. Add these to your calendar, gather the family, and have a blast this Halloween season. Haunted Woods Enjoy a family-friendly evening at Brukner Nature Center. This fright-free, educational event is held entirely outdoors. A trail guide will lead you through the woods, down a luminary-lit trail,

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  • Looking for that one specific candy? Whether it’s for nostalgia or something entirely new, check out these candy shops in Miami County to find that perfect treat! Grandpa Joe’s- Troy  Feel like a kid again at Grandpa Joe’s candy shop in Downtown Troy! Home to the world famous Candy Buffet and housing over 250 different candy bars from all over the world, Grandpa Joes is filled wall to wall with candies, toys, and sodas for you to enjoy. This & That’s Candy on Main- Piqua Find all your favorites at This & That’s Candy On Main! This local candy shop

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  • Looking for a fun fall activity? Miami County is the place to be! Check out just a few of our fun fall festivities. Apple Gathering Day September 17th, 2022 Come enjoy the seventh annual Apple Gathering Day at The Pink House Orchard in West Milton from 10:00am-4:00pm. Check out a variety of vendors, food, music, and of course apples! Tipp City Mum Festival September 23rd-25th, 2022 Get ready for a fun-filled weekend at the Tipp City Mum Fest in downtown Tipp City. Enjoy the Annual Cruise-In, 5K Run, food, vendors, Little Miss and Mr. Mum,  music from local favorite Zak

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  • Looking for the picture-perfect spot for your next photoshoot? Here are some great natural backdrops in the Miami County Parks! Charleston Falls  Charleston Falls is the most visited nature park in Miami County! This park offers over 216 acres of prairie and forests as well as a waterfall, Miami County’s own Miniature Niagara, perfect for pictures. Suspension Bridge The Suspension Bridge was completed in 2021, connecting Maple Ridge and Stillwater Prairie Reserve. The bridge crosses the scenic Stillwater River and provides a beautiful, picturesque place for you to enjoy. Hobart Urban Nature Preserve With over 2 miles of trails and

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  •   Getting dressed for the best day of your life… So far. Everything you need to make your day perfect is right here in Miami County. Looking your best for the big day is easy here in Miami County. We’ve got you covered! Modern on Market Ladies a must-stop for bridal gowns is Modern on Market in downtown Troy. This boutique is inspired by chic, modern styles, perfect for a bride of elegance, zest, and edge. You won’t be disappointed in the variety of choices here. Barclays For the gentlemen looking for a classic style and custom service, Barclays in downtown Piqua

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