Things To Do In Athens Ohio

There are lots of things to do in Athens Ohio! Athens is situated in southeast Ohio and offers people the chance to have a break away from the stress and strains of everyday life. Read on to discover more… 

Pleasant Hills Vineyards (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

This vineyard was bought by the Corder family in 2012. It was previously a horse farm as it has rolling fields and pastures. The family actually started looking into the winemaking business in 2005, and had previously been tutored in various aspects of owning and running a vineyard. Wines as well as variety of food is available for visitors to the vineyard. More information about Pleasant Hill Vineyards can be found on their website. 

Pleasant Hill Vineyards is located at: 5015 Pleasant Hill Rd, Athens, OH 45701. Phone: (740)-502-3525. Website. Facebook. Instagram.

Little Fish Brewing Company (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

Little Fish Brewing Company opened in the summer of 2015. The brewery was built from an abandoned mechanics shop. Little Fish Brewing Company has a large variety of beers available. Homemade beers are also available for people to indulge in and enjoy. Plenty of time and effort went into making beers that used exclusive Ohio based products. Some of the brews include local fruits, herbs and also corn grits. Haus Malts in Cleveland supply the necessary Ohio-grown malted barley, wheat, spelt, rye, corn, and triticale for a majority of the beers on offer. 

In 2016, a batch of 100% Ohio-grown beer was put into production. This is now the flagship beer for the company and it is called Saison du Poisson.

The taproom has been designed so that guests can see every aspect of the beer production process. The brewing equipment is next to the bar and seating area. The family-friendly beer garden offers views of the fruit trees and wetlands. 

The long-term ambition is for the site to stay small and intimate. It is for this reason the that Little Fish Brewing Company prefer to focus on:

• Increasing their barrel-aged beer production
• Brewing spontaneously fermented beers, in the tradition of lambic & gueuze
• Adding their own kitchen and locally-sourced food menu in the winter of 2017
• Developing their small green space into a working farm for the brewery and restaurant
• Further developing their patio space, adding a music stage, and other fun features
• Increasing their sustainability through the reduction of resource usage, and switching to more renewable energy sources
• Providing a true career for all of their employees, with health care, benefits, and competitive wages

Little Fish Brewing Company also offers food as well. To discover more including up to date opening times and prices, visit their website.

Little Fish Brewing Company is located at: 8675 Armitage Road, Athens, OH 45701. Phone: (740) 447-5011. Website. Facebook. Instagram.

Athens Farmers Market (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

At Athens Farmers Market, the membership of food producers get together every week. When the food producers get together, an assortment of products produced locally is available to purchase. The market is rated as one of the best in the state of Ohio. There are various items that are available from the market and below is a small selection of items:

• Cheeses
• Flowers and seeds
• Fruits
• Fudges and candies
• Honey and Syrups
• Jams and jellies
• Wine and Cider

Local hand-crafted items are also available for purchase. Items that are available to purchase include:

• Bowls
• Clothing
• Jewelry
• Quilts
• Wooden Tables

Opening times and further information including up to date prices and events can be found on their website.

Athens Farmers Market is located at: 1000 East State Street, P.O. Box 951, Athens, Ohio. Phone: 740-593-6763. Website. Facebook. Instagram.

Dairy Art Barn (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

The Dairy Barn Arts Center offers events, exhibitions as well as educational programs. The purpose of this is to promote area artists of all ages to develop their talents. This is a very popular center and it has attracted guests from all over the state of Ohio. 

There is a program of events on offer all year round and there is also an abundance of activities that are available for people of all ages. Some of these activities are in-house activities and some are developed with other local organizations. Some exhibits feature artists who live in the Athens area. The Dairy Barn Arts Center also has a reputation beyond Athens and it has attracted more than 100,000 guests since its inception in 1979.

If you would like to know more about the arts programs and other events, then please visit their website.

The Dairy Barn Arts Center is located at: 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens OH, 45701. Phone: (740) 592-4981. Website. Facebook. Instagram. 

O'Betty's Hot Dog Museum And Restaurant (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

O'Betty's opened to amazing reviews in 2003. It prides itself on being a local company and it is proud of its roots in Athens. Guests are able to visit the museum and also enjoy the various food and drinks that are on offer.

The restaurant prides itself on only using the finest ingredients. All Hotdogs are grilled and all natural casings are local and from Ohio. These sausages are served on toasted or steamed buns. There is also a huge array of toppings that guests can choose to have on their hotdogs. The French fries are also specially prepared by hand. The fries are soaked by water and are then fried twice, so that they have an extra crunch.

The dining rooms are amazing and are like a throwback to the old days. The museum is also a throwback to the days of Burlesque and also hosts hundreds of hotdog items that have never been seen in public before.

Short Video Of The 2021 Renovations At O'Betty's Museum:

If you would like to know the opening times and more information about O’Betty’s, or to check out their menu, check out their website!

O'Betty's Red Hot is located at: 15 West State Street, Athens, OH 45701. Phone: 740-589-6111. Website. Facebook. Instagram.

Devil's Kettle Brewing (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

Devil's Microbrewery is a premium Microbrewery that was opened in June 2015. It is also the second oldest brewery in Athens. Devil's Kettle brews numerous amounts of ales and lagers. The primary focus at this brewery is German and British pilsner brews. The brewery is also moving into barrel-aged ales as well. The brewery will always have around 20 taps available. It isn't just alcoholic drinks that are available as well, the brewery also offers non-alcoholic options. 

Please go to their website if you want to know about opening times as well as to date prices!

Devil's Kettle Brewing is located at: 97 Columbus Rd, Athens, OH 45701. Phone: (740) 589-7187. Website. Facebook. Instagram.

Dutch Creek Winery (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

It must be noted that Dutch Creek Winery does have a strict over 21 policy with regards to guests.

Dutch Creek Winery specializes in old world drinks like Mead. The winery also specialize in drinks such as cider and fruit wines. Dutch Creek Winery is a husband and wife team that manage all aspects of the winery. This includes tasks such as beekeeping, orchard production and the retail operation. Dutch Creek Winery also has a tasting room where all wines, ciders and mead are available for tasting. These products are also available to purchase at retail locations throughout Southeast Ohio. 

You can also order these items online. There are ecards available too. If you wish to know more then please visit their website.

Dutch Creek Winery is located at: 12157 SR 690, Athens, OH 45701. Phone: (740) 818-4699. Website. Facebook. Instagram.

Is There Anywhere Else To Visit In Athens Ohio? (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

Yes there is!  Other places that you can visit whilst in Athens include:

• West State Park
• Inhale Yoga Studio
• Athens Downtown Historic District
• Sells Park
• Fox Lake Wildlife Area

What Are People Saying About Athens Ohio? (Things To Do In Athens Ohio)

"We took the kids to OU on a Saturday and made a point to stop by for a quick wine tasting. It was Mom Weekend at OU. The winery was packed but they graciously allowed us a tasting. That made our day..." - MM (Cincinnati OH. April 2022).

"Little Fish is my go-to place when I’m in Athens. Great farm-to-table menu and fantastic beer in a beautiful setting just off the bike path. Live music tonight adds to the fun." - JA (Worthington, OH. July 2022).

"I love the Athens Farmers Market!!..." - JD (USA. November 2019).

"I met my sister to tour the art exhibit. The fiber arts were amazing and the venue was great. The gift shop had local artist pieces and books about the area that made it the perfect stop and day out. Loved the fabric tea cups display." - MJC (West Union, OH. July 2020).

"In downtown Athens, it's worth the search. Exceedingly great variety of sausage heaven. They even had Cleveland Stadium Mustard!" - SEB (Brookville, OH. August 2021).

Where Is Athens Ohio Located?

The city of Athens is located in Athens County, Southeast Ohio.

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