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Back in time at the Old West Festival

Our family recently experienced our first adventure at the Old West Festival.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

The festival gives visitors the opportunity to step back in time and experience a taste of what life was like during the old west.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Upon arrival, both of my sons received a cowboy hat and schedule of the shows that day.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

They look pretty tough huh?

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

It was really hard to decide what to see first.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

We decided to take in the Medicine show first.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

They showcased juggling, sword swallowing, laying on a bed of nails and stunts with fire.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Their skills were impressive! After the show we watched a shoot out.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

While at the festival, I snuck away to make plans with the Sheriff for the arrest of my oldest son.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

You can put anyone in jail for a $5 bail that comes with an arrest warrant to keep.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

The Sheriff will tell the suspect what they are being arrested for and then bring them to jail.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

My son was charged with not cleaning his room.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

A charge he knew he was guilty of.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

The Old West Festival has many details that really feel authentic.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

You definitely want to allow time to take in as many shows as possible while at the festival.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

The show with Rider is a must see! He demonstrated incredible skills with a gun, lasso and whip.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

The festival also has food available for purchase and several activities that families can enjoy for an additional fee.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Covered Wagon rides are $2 for adults and $1 for 12 and under.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

Kids can also pan gems, ride a mini train and ride a horse for a fee. There is also a playground that kids enjoy.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

The Old West Festival also has themed weekends that will add to the festival experience.

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

 

Cowboy Hero Weekend Sept. 7-8

Native American Weekend Sept. 14-15

Steam Punk Weekend Sept. 21-22

Villains Weekend Sept. 28-29

America’s Pastime Weekend October 5-6

 

Admission to the Old West Festival is

Old West Festival - Adventure mom

$12 adults, $6 kids ages 6 to 12, Kids 5 and under are FREE
Parking is FREE

 

The Old West Festival is located at

1449 Greenbush Cobb Rd.
Williamsburg, Ohio 45176
just off U.S. Rt. 32, near Greater CincinnatiJust remember to do your part and help prevent rabbit smoking!
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You can find out more information from the Old West Festival website.

Disclosure: I was given tickets for review purposes. All opinions are my own. 

5 thoughts on “Back in time at the Old West Festival”

  1. Does anyone know if they’re having this, this year I’ve been several times loved it Old West Festival in Cinn 1449 Greenbush Cobb Rd.
    Williamsburg, Ohio 45176
    just off U.S. Rt. 32,

  2. Thank you for the great photos. I’m glad that you had a wonderful time at the Old West Festival.

    Fred (aka Boss Drake, horse arena announcer, Cowboy Church, & Life of a Cowhand)

  3. You can tell the performers really enjoy what they are doing and put the work into it. I’m so glad we got to check out the festival this year.

  4. These are great pictures! I’m one of the Hurdy Gurdy Girls at Long Branch Saloon, and it really made my day to know that your family had so much fun at the fest! Everyone puts so much hard work into making the festival what it is, both in the performances and behind the scenes. Every weekend seems to get better and better!

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