THINGS TO DO

The OU School of Dance emphasizes modern technique, choreography and performances contribute to the cultural environment of the university, community and region. Read more...

For nearly 1444 miles, the Buckeye Trail winds around Ohio, reaching into every corner of the state. Trail sections nearest Athens County pass through Burr Oak State Park, near Glouster, and Shawnee, Ohio. Read more...

Kayak, canoe, pontoon, and small boats can be rented at the Boathouse which is located off Strouds Run Road in Strouds Run State Park, by the beach/boat ramp. 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...

ARTS/West is a community arts center with play performances, concerts, recitals, gallery exhibits, contra & square dancing, plus classes, summer camps, and youth programs. Read more...

Ossian C. Bird Arena is an ice arena and recreational sport facility located in Athens, Ohio and owned and operated by Ohio University. Visit their website to find open skate hours. 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...

Garden store featuring hydroponic and organic gardening supplies. They also carry gemstones, fossils, jewelry, local soaps, tie dye and more! Read more...

The Hocking Valley Scenic Railway was founded in 1972 as a 501c3 non-profit organization to operate historic train rides along the Hocking River Valley. 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...

A beautiful 16 lane bowling alley that has been family run for over 50 years. Great place to have rainy day fun with friends and family. Read more...

Paper Circle is a non-profit paper studio from Nelsonville, Ohio that specializes in creating organically sourced, handmade papers for various uses. If you have questions about the studio, email: shop.papercircle@gmail.com and they’ll be in touch. Read more...