America 250 - Ohio
Coshocton County July 16-19, 2026 Events
This year, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America!
Here in Coshocton County, we’re planning the ultimate celebration across multiple locations & organizations on the weekend of July 16-19. From educational lectures to free admissions, concerts to plays, car shows to light shows, there’s a wide array of programming for all ages and interests.
Find more information below and be sure to come out and celebrate the semiquincentennial with us!
Betty Zane: Heroine of the Revolution
Elizabeth “Betty” Zane was only seventeen when she saved Fort Henry in the last battle of the Revolutionary War. Her life would inspire author Zane Grey’s first book. Her family founded Zanesville, Marietta, Wheeling, and part of the first National Road. Let’s celebrate this remarkable young heroine of the American Revolution and the early United States. Registration required at www.coshoctonlibrary.org or by calling 740-622-0956.
Cheers to 250 Years Pub Crawl
Our Town Coshocton’s Cheers to 250 Years Pub Crawl is Friday, July 17th, 2026!
Community Band – Digits and Decibels
Digits and Decibels including 76 Trombones, The Magnificent 7, & selections from the musical 1776.
Riverwalk with Mary Beck & Native Delaware artist Holly Wilson
Native Delaware sculptor Holly Wilson will join Mary Beck to lead a river walk exploring the McWane River Walk in search of the perfect site for a sculpture. This sculpture, entitled Here One Turns to Go Upriver, will celebrate the Wyandot meaning of Coshocton. Holly will set up for the rest of the morning near the Farmer’s Market to talk with visitors.
An American Musical History: Folk, Appalachian and Jazz
Jeremy Timmons performing 3:30-4:30pm, Hi-Fi Rendezvous 4:30-6pm at the artPARK!
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