The festival will feature homemade apple butter, apple-shaped sugar cookies, apple cider and fresh apples. (Photo by Sheri Trusty)
The charming town of Oak Harbor is gearing up for its 45th Annual Apple Festival, a much-anticipated event that promises a weekend filled with fun, food, and festivities for all ages. Scheduled to take place on Oct. 12-13 in the heart of downtown Oak Harbor, this year’s festival is set to surpass expectations with an impressive lineup of activities and attractions.
With over 100 vendors and food trucks, attendees will have the chance to browse a wide range of unique crafts and goods. Apple enthusiasts will be delighted by a tempting array of apple-themed treats, including apple dumplings, apple butter, apple pies, apple cookies, fresh apples and refreshing apple cider.
Festival Highlights Include:
Saturday’s Excitement: The festivities kick off on Saturday morning with the crowning of the Royalty Court at 9:30 am, followed by the candy apple cutie contest. The Grand Parade, a crowd favorite, will roll through town at 2:00 pm. The day will also feature a lively cornhole tournament and conclude with a spirited performance by “The Junk” at the beer tent…