The inaugural Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival takes place October 2 - 4, 2026 on the Historic Nelsonville Public Square in Nelsonville, Ohio. This free, family friendly festival features Bigfoot and cryptid presentations, live music, food vendors, local makers and vendors, free childrens inflatables and rides, Appalachian culture, and special festival weekend attractions including the Hocking Valley Scenic Railways Bigfoot Spotting Express. Official festival information and schedule: NelsonvilleBigfootFestival.com
