56th Annual Ohio Sauerkraut Festival

The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival is always held on the 2nd full weekend of October. The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival is a show featuring over 400 crafters and artisans from over 26 different states! This two day event will attract between 300,000 and 400,000 visitors that line historic district of downtown Waynesville. Of course, there will be nearly 40 different food varieties showcasing Sauerkraut, such as sauerkraut pies and brownies, brats, pizza, and sundaes, and so much more!! Don’t worry if you don’t like sauerkraut though… there will be plenty of other food types without the Kraut!
The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival is a FREE event and does not require ticket entry.
Official parking is at Wayne Local Schools.
Free shuttle service runs Saturday and Sunday during festival hours.
Main stage is located at the corner of Main Street and North Street.
*Hosted by the Waynesville Area Chamber of Commerce
Important Notice for Vendors:
We’ve been made aware of false posts and individuals claiming to be accepting vendor applications for the 55th Ohio Sauerkraut Festival. Please be cautious, these are not affiliated with our festival.
The only way to apply as a vendor is directly through the Waynesville Area Chamber of Commerce. Do not send money or information to anyone messaging you through Facebook or third-party links.
Your safety and trust are very important to us. If you see suspicious activity, please report it to us right away. Thank you for helping us keep our festival community safe.