THINGS TO DO

Ohio’s longest running marathon that serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Read more...

Bobcat Bikes is a retail and repair bicycle store In Athens, Ohio that carries bikes, accessories, parts, and gear. They are a Trek Authorized Retailer and offer Trek and Electra bicycles, but still service and repair all makes and models. Read more...

Ohio University alumni join current students and celebrate in their shared and unique experiences. Book you rooms early for this event. Read more...

Located outside of the city of Athens and within easy driving distance of Ohio University, Strouds Run State Park surrounds Dow Lake and draws a mix of trail and lake users. Miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding provide scenic views from rugged trails. The lake offers boating, paddling, swimming and a shaded campground. Read more...

Ohio Valley Summer Theater works in conjunction with Ohio University’s School of Theater to produce Broadway-licensed musicals and plays. Read more...

Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, often spoken as “Mem Aud,” hosts the Performing Art Series, major lectures, and cultural events. Read more...

This rugged, heavily forested wildlife area is home to an abundance of native species including the gray squirrel, wild turkey, white-tailed deer, cotton tail rabbits, and approximately 80 species of birds. Recreational opportunities include hiking, birding, fishing and hunting. Read more...

An 11-screen digital cinema entertainment complex featuring current blockbuster movies and special events. Read more...

Fox Lake Wildlife Area is a 421-acre Ohio state wildlife area in southeastern Waterloo Township in Athens County, Ohio. It is centered around the 48-acre Fox Lake. Read more...

The House is a collegiate Under Armour store near Ohio University, located in uptown Athens, Ohio. Read more...

Located in southeast Ohio, remote Burr Oak State Park is a quiet gem with 2,593-acres of scenic wooded hills and a 600-acre “no wake” lake. You can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, boating, disc golf and relaxing at the lodge or a cabin. Read more...

Operating since 1915, the Athena Cinema is one of downtown Athens’ unique historic treasures. Their programming features something for everyone — including documentary, independent, classics, world and local film. Read more...