Experience a perfect blend of outdoor adventure, learning and family-friendly entertainment.
WHEN:
AUGUST 8, 2026
12PM - 6PM
Explore the sunflower field as it begins its stunning transition from vibrant green to beautiful shades of yellow and red.
Along the way, discover the wonders of nature through hands-on activities and interactive displays by guest community organizations.​
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*​This is the early opening for the sunflower festival. Not all sunflower varieties may be blooming yet.
Family Day blends outdoor adventure, creative activities, and sunflower beauty—making it the perfect start to the Coshocton Sunflower Festival season!
Enjoy Activities for All Ages:
Foam Party:
3:30PM
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Barrel Train Rides
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM & 2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
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All Day:
Sand Box
Tie Dyeing ($)
Ceramic Painting ($) Gem Mining ($)
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Ceramic Painting & Tie Dye Tent Schedule
Family Day at the Sunflower Field
August 8, 2026
Main Festival Weekend
August 14, 15 & 16, 2026
*NEW IN 2026*
Themed Final Festival Day: Sunflowers & Fairs - America 250-Ohio Day
August 22, 2026
2026 Family Day Presentations
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Airmid Place
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Airmid Place—founded in 2019 by Shane & Angie Pyle—is a licensed Category II wildlife rehabilitation center in Coshocton, dedicated to treating injured and orphaned Ohio wildlife
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Clary Gardens
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Clary Gardens is a serene 20-acre botanical garden located in Coshocton, Ohio. For Family Day, this beloved community organization will be inspiring curiosity and connecting learners of all ages with the natural world.
Coshocton County Recycling and Litter Prevention
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Let's learn about the importance of recycling and the available resources for our community to contribute to better solid waste management.
2026 Family Day Live Music
Brad Fuller
4 PM - 6 PM
2026 Family Day Food Trucks
Real McCoy BBQ
Coshocton KOA Ice Cream & Lemonade Truck
2026 Family Day Craft Vendors & Community Organizations
