Question 1

What are the Fair Rules?

Accepted Answer

ALL adults must present ID for Entry. The City of Cheviot requires event organizers to scan all adult IDs at event entry to host an event/fair on public property. The only information that is read by the scanners is name, age, zip code. ID Check is for Age Verification/Wristbands – ALL Guests over the age of 12 will be required to wear wristbands at all times.No personal data will be saved, sold or shared with any outside organization. All information is purged after the event aside from arrival times and zip codes so that we can better understand when and where people arriving from for future planning purposes. ALL Minors must be accompanied by an Adult aged 21+ and remain supervisedMaximum 5 minors per adultNo Face Coverings are allowed.Except medical face coverings and devicesNo Large Bags or BackpacksDiaper bags are allowed.Bags are subject to search. No Weapons of any kind including, but not limited to: firearms, explosives, stun guns, handcuffs, brass knuckles, batons, knives, etc. Guests found in possession of such items will be asked to remove the items from the fair or dispose of them.Code of ConductGuests shall refrain from using abusive or threatening language or obscene gestures and/or language.Guests may not engage in fighting, taunting, assault, intentional and unwanted physical contact with another guest, making threatening gestures, throwing objects or other behavior deemed potentially detrimental to the experience of other guests; those who engage in any of these actions will immediately be ejected from the event.Guests may not engage in unauthorized commercial activity on property.Re-Entry – Same-Day reentry is permitted with handstamp and wristband.Minors must be accompanied by an adult for entry or re-entry.Immediate Exit/Re-Entry may be denied to prevent single adults from accompanying more than the maximum number of minors permitted.Alcohol PolicyYou must be 21 to purchase alcoholProof of age will be required to be servedThere is a limit of (2) drinks per person, per purchase. (Ticket Exchange)Individuals who appear to be intoxicated will not be served.Alcohol ticket sales will cease 30 minutes prior to the end of the event each night.Under-aged drinkers or persons passing alcohol to underage patrons will be informed of the event’s policy and of the law and be asked to pour out his/her beverage. A incident report will be completed.If a Guest is observed passing alcohol to an underage patron, after having been informed of the event’s policies and the law, that person and the underage drinker will be ejected from the event.Violation of these Rules and Regulations may result in ejection without refund.

Question 2

How can I volunteer at the Fair or join the Harvest Home Fair Association?

Accepted Answer

Attend one of the planning meetings held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm at the Lodge in Harvest Home Park.
Contact the Fair Secretary Alex March with Questions
513-662-0524
alex@harvesthomefair.com
Fill out the form here.

Question 3

How can my organization participate in the parade?

Accepted Answer

This year's parade will be held on Thursday September 10th at 6:00pm.  The theme is "USA 250" and you can download the parade entrant application here.

Question 4

What roads are closed during the Parade?

Accepted Answer

The black line on the parade map indicates the parade route. The streets that meet the route will also be closed. This includes portions of Bridgetown Road, Harrison Avenue, Washington Avenue, Davis Avenue, St. Ann Place & Homelawn Avenue.
The roads will close down at approximately 5:30pm - 5:45pm for the parade to start at 6:00pm and will reopen as soon as the parade finishes.

Question 5

Are the parade and fair rain or shine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all of the events will happen rain or shine. In the event of severe weather such as high winds, drenching rain or lightning individual events may be postponed or cancelled. The safety of participants and attendees at the Fair is our prime concern.
Some of the rides/attractions may stop operating during inclement weather and will reopen as soon as they can safely operate.
No refunds will be given due to the weather.

Question 6

How much is Admission?

Accepted Answer

General admission is $5. Children 12 and under are FREE
First responders and Military Veterans are FREE w/ ID.
Thursday night is FREE for EVERYONE after the parade.

Question 7

What are the Fair Hours?

Accepted Answer

Thursday: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday: 5pm - 11:00pm
Saturday: Noon - 11:00pm
Sunday: Noon - 8:00pm

Question 8

When and Where can I drop off my submissions for judging?

Accepted Answer

Specific information regarding each contest is available here:
Click here for information about the Art Show  
Click here for information about the Flower Show 
Click here for information about General Exhibits

Question 9

How can I be a Sponsor?

Accepted Answer

Checkout the Sponsorship page for information about becoming a sponsor. 
We have multiple sponsorship levels including both monetary support and in-kind donations to support the fair. We also offer the ability to sponsor specific events such as the band stand, Flower Show, Art Show, General Exhibits and 4-H show.
Contact Sponsorship Chair Pete Minges (Peteminges@gmail.com) or Fair Secretary Alex March (secretary@harvesthomefair.com) for more info

Question 10

Is the fair handicap accessible?

Accepted Answer

There is limited accessible parking available in the parking lot accessed via North Bend Road. The Gate attendants at the entry to that lot can direct you to the available parking.
There are accessible restroom stalls in the bathrooms inside the Lodge.
There is a paved/accessible pathway throughout the park, however many of the rides and attractions are located in the grass.

Question 11

Where can I park? Is there a Shuttle?

Accepted Answer

In-park parking is limited to Fair vendors and volunteers with limited ADA accessible parking available. 
Street parking is available in the neighborhoods surrounding the park and their are ticketing gates on both Davis Avenue & North Bend road.
No, there isn't a shuttle. Due to rising costs and decreased ridership, we no longer offer the shuttle service.

Question 12

How can I rent a booth or become a food vendor for the Fair?

Accepted Answer

See the Commercial Booths page for more information and to download the contracts.
Contact committee chair Gail Goedde-Chin at harvesthomefair.booths@gmail.com with questions.

Question 13

How can my band submit our information to be considered?

Accepted Answer

Contact Brian Weber at harvesthomestageshows@gmail.com regarding band sign-ups.

Question 14

Can I bring my dog/pet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can bring your pet so long as it is leashed, under the control of an adult at all times, and is well-behaved in crowds and around other animals.
Aggressive animals are not permitted.
Please know that there are some dogs and other animals on-site as a part of the 4-H program and rescue organizations
Pets are NOT allowed in the the 4-H tents.

Question 15

Is the art for sale?

Accepted Answer

Some pieces are for sale. Works may be individually priced and sold by the artist. All legal and tax details must be handled by the artist.

Question 16

Are there any hotels nearby?

Accepted Answer

There is an Hampton Inn Suites on Harrison Avenue about a 10-minute drive from the park.
There is an Holiday Inn Express that is about a 10-minute drive from Harvest Home Park near the Rybolt Exit on 1-74

Question 17

When can vendors get packets and set up?

Accepted Answer

Emails for advance packet pick up days/times will go out mid-august and are usually the week before the fair. Vendors can start to sent up on Thursday morning if they plan to be open on after the parade or Friday morning anytime after 8:00am. If you haven't gotten your vendor packet in advance it will be available in the white info trailer near the stage.

Vehicles are allowed into the park and you can unload right at your booth, but they will need to be relocated to the vendor parking lot 30 minutes before the fair opens.

Question 18

What is the policy on refunds?

Accepted Answer

REFUND POLICYRatified and effective 7/9/2026The Harvest Home Fair Association (HHFA) is a nonprofit organization whose annual Fair is our primary fundraiser, supporting charitable giving in our community.  We appreciate your support.This policy explains how we handle refunds across all purchases from HHFA.TICKETSThe Harvest Home Fair takes place rain or shine. Ticket sales for entry into the Fair are final, and we do not offer refunds or exchanges for any reason, including (but not limited to) weather or a change of plans.  Failure to meet entry requirements, including ID verification at the gate, does not entitle a customer to a refund.In rare cases, a Fair Officer may determine that a refund is appropriate in fairness to the customer. These exceptions are evaluated case by case at the sole discretion of HHFA. Fair Officers can be found on-site at Harvest Home Park during Fair hours.FOOD AND MERCHANDISEIf you receive an incorrect order or a defective item, please bring it to the attention of the booth or stand where you made the purchase the same day, while the Fair is open. We will work with you to correct the issue.We are unable to offer refunds or exchanges for food or merchandise after the day of purchase, or for issues not reported on-site at the time of purchase.GAMESAll payments made to participate in Fair games and raffles are final. No refunds will be issued for any reason.THIRD-PARTY VENDORSSome food, merchandise, rides, and other items at the Fair are sold by independent vendors and third parties, rather than by HHFA directly. This policy applies only to purchases made directly through HHFA. Purchases made from independent vendors are subject to that vendor's own refund and return policies. Patrons should direct refund requests for those purchases to the vendor.GENERALAll purchases made directly through HHFA, whether online, by card, or in person, are subject to this policy. By making a purchase, you agree to these terms.If you have questions, Fair Officers and HHFA staff are available on-site at Harvest Home Park during the Fair, or you may reach us at info@harvesthomefair.com.

September 10-13, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Below you'll find some frequently asked questions about the Harvest Home Fair