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Thursday, July 21st – Sunday, July 24th
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GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS
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FESTIVAL HEADQUARTERS
Located at: 42 Seneca Street
Hours:
• Wednesday: 6 – 9 PM
• Thursday: 12 – 4 PM
• Friday: 12 – 6 PM
• Saturday: 12 – 6 PM
• Sunday: 12 – 4 PM
*All event information is subject to change. Information will be added and updated as soon as possible.*
• Shuttle services will be offered by Here-2-There Taxi! Visit their website at here2theretaxi.com
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
July 16
FLEX Bike ‘n Brew
Venango Chamber
Biking Activities 2-4 PM and Brewfest 4-7 PM
This year will be a hybrid event, which includes:
CURBSIDE PICKUP ($40): Pick up a package full of at least 8 different craft beers from local breweries in a cooler tote bag, along with fun swag from both breweries and sponsors. Pick up package anytime between 4 and 7 p.m.
VIP TICKET ($50): Includes the package listed above PLUS a tasting with Scierka’s Tavern at the Venango Chamber. Scierka’s will have craft beers to sample that are not available in our region. A raffle and other activities will also be included.
More information found at ohfbikenbrew.org
July 16-17
Annual Hop Homan & Chops Cunningham Memorial Softball Tournament
Hasson Heights and Mitchell Fields
July 19
Music at the Museum: Pine Valley Boys
Venango Museum 7 PM
$10 admission
July 20
Elks Club Chicken Barbecue
Sycamore Street, 4-8 PM, $12
Venango County Humane Society Pet Show
Justus Park, Registration 6 PM, Show 6:30 PM
Categories include: Best Costume, Best Trick, Most Unique Breed of Pet, Most Unique Markings, Most Matching to Their Owner (Twinning), Youngest Animal, Eldest Animal, Best Kiss
Click here to view the Facebook event
Oil Heritage Art Shows and Reception & Grand Opening
National Transit Building
6 PM
Find application HERE
Oil Heritage Art Shows
National Transit Building, Annex, Graffiti Gallery & 42 Seneca Street
6 – 9 PM
Music on the Square: Max Schang’s Trio of Blues
Town Square 7 PM – 9 PM
Sponsored by the Oil City Main Street Program
Youth Alternatives, Inc. Tiny Tots Contest
Children Ages 1-3, Deadline to enter Monday, July 18
Voting at HQ Wednesday – Friday until 4 PM
Winners will be announces Friday, July 22 in Justus Park at 6:45 PM before the evening concert
Oil Heritage Festival Junior Olympics
Oil City High School Track, Registration begins at 9:00 AM, Event begins at 9:30 AM
• Pre-registration is preferred but not necessary. Registration form linked here. Forms can be turned in at Venango Chamber, or emailed to pshontz@verizon.net.
• Ages 3-14, two divisions: boys and girls in each age group. Age groups to be determined closer to or morning of event.
• In the event of inclement weather, the event will be canceled. If you are unsure, call the Venango Chamber Office at (814) 676-8521 or check here.
• Thank you to the Oil City Eagles Club, PNA Club, & VFW for donating funds to provide lunch for participants after the conclusion of the event.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Oil City Library Basement 9 AM – 7 PM
Touch-a-Truck
Sponsored by the Oil City Library
Central Avenue Plaza 11 AM – 2 PM
Oil City Farmers Market
Central Avenue Plaza 11 AM – 6 PM
Oil Heritage Art Shows
National Transit Building, Annex, Graffiti Gallery & 42 Seneca Street
12 PM – 4 PM
Find application HERE
YWCA Spaghetti Supper
109 Central Avenue, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Adult – $12, Child 4-12 – $7, 3 & under – FREE
Dine-In and Take-out options.
Children’s Fun Fair
Hosted by Youth Alternatives
Central Avenue Plaza, 5 – 7 PM
Free for children of all ages. Following the children’s Parade, join us in Central Avenue Plaza for games, crafts, and more!
Children’s Parade
Lineup: 5:00 PM, Step-Off: 5:15 PM
• Start at the Crossing Free Methodist Church, follow East Second Street to Central Avenue, and then down to Central Avenue Plaza where judging will take place.
• A Children’s Fun Fair will be taking place in the Plaza following the Children’s Parade, as well as an Ice Cream Social and Evening Concert.
• NO PRE-REGISTRATION! Registration forms will be available at the Church parking lot, please arrive by 5:00 PM to register your child(ren).
• Judging will take place in Central Avenue Plaza immediately following parade, at approx. 5:45 PM. Only entries that complete the parade route will be judged. Results will be announced at the Fun Fair.
• Categories include: Patriotic, Wheels, Sports, Animals, Historic Figures, Cartoon Characters and Superheroes.
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each category will receive a ribbon. The first 100 children who register will receive a “goody bag”.
Concert: Mostly Brass
Central Avenue Plaza 5 PM – 6 PM
FLEX Ice Cream Social
Central Avenue Plaza 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Concert: Mitch Littler
Central Avenue Plaza 6 PM – 7 PM
Venango Region Catholic School Festival
St. Stephen’s School parking Lot, 6-10 PM
Outstanding Front Porch Contest
Central Avenue Plaza 7 PM
OHF Queen Crowning
Central Avenue Plaza 7:15 PM
Evening Concert: Echo Valley
Central Avenue Plaza 7:30 PM
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Oil City Library Basement 9 AM – 5 PM
Oil Heritage Art Shows
National Transit Building, Annex, Graffiti Gallery & 42 Seneca Street
12 PM – 6 PM
Find application HERE
City Of Oil City Children’s Pool Party
James A. Nelles Pool
Ages 0-6 from 12-3 PM, Ages 7-12 from 3-6 PM, FREE
Food Vendors
Under Veterans Memorial Bridge/Justus Park 4:30
Boy Scout Troop 17 Pork Chop Dinner
Hosted by Boy Scout Troop 17
First Presbyterian Church (215 East Bissell Avenue), 5 PM – 7 PM, Take-out only, $12 per meal
Click here for flyer
Youth Alternative’s Annual Barrel Race
James A. Nelles Pool, 6 PM, Tickets available at HQ
Venango Region Catholic School Festival
St. Stephen’s School parking Lot, 6-10 PM
Concerts in the Park
Gary Bickerstaff
Justus Park 5 – 7 PM
Concerts in the Park
Lawyers, Guns & Money
Justus Park 7 PM – 10:30 PM
Oil Heritage Artisan & Fine Craft Festival
Seneca Street 9 AM – 4 PM
Town Square 9 AM – 7 PM
Find application HERE
Oil City Firefighters 5K Run/Walk
Race begins on West First and Petroleum Street, 9 AM
Benefiting Oil City Firefighters & Charities
Pre-registration: $25, Registration on arrival: $25
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Oil City Library Basement 9 AM – 3 PM
Family Yoga Class
Trailasana Yoga Studio 9:45 AM – 10:30 AM
Phydeaux’s Flying Flea Circus & Wahoo Medicine Show
SPONSORED BY TRI-COUNTY PEST CONTROL
10 AM – 4 PM
A family friendly show that combines comedy, illusion, and pure PT Barnum hyperbole. Find Phydeaux around Town Square during the Artisan & Fine Craft Festival!
Ike’s Children’s Fishing Derby
Waltonia Park
Registration 8 AM, Fishing 9 – 10:30 AM
Bait provided, Bring fishing poles
Age groups: 5/6, 7/8, 9 – 12
Old Fashioned Photo Shoot
42 Seneca Street 10 AM – 3 PM
Costumes provided by Community Playhouse, inc. Photos by Bright Ideas Photography.
$10 for a 5×7 photo
Bike Rodeo
Sponsored by PennDOT
Transportation hub parking lot, 11 AM Registration
Bike safety, giveaways, and more! Hot dog lunch provided by R. Lee James
Oil City VFW Brunch
Hosted by the Oil City VFW
11 AM – 1 PM, 2 Relief Street
Brunch is All-You-Can-Eat for $10 per person, Bloody Mary’s $5, Mimosas $4
Open to the community, non-smoking in back room, kids welcome!
Oil Heritage Art Shows
National Transit Building, Annex, Graffiti Gallery & 42 Seneca Street
12 PM – 6 PM
Find application HERE
Historic Church Tours
Starting at 1 PM and 2:30 PM
Begins at Second Presbyterian Church, 111 Reed Street, No Pre-Registration Required
Including tours of 4 historic churches: Second Presbyterian, Christ Episcopal, Trinity, and Calvary.
Oil Heritage Festival Parade
The area’s LARGEST parade!
Step off at 5 PM
Begins at West First and Orange Street, goes down West First Street to State Street, goes over the Veterans bridge, goes the wrong way down Seneca Street, and ends near the old PNC Bank
Find application HERE
Venango Region Catholic School Festival
St. Stephen’s School parking Lot, 6-10 PM
Concerts in the Park
The Band Hannah
Justus Park 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Justus Park Bandshell 8 PM
Concerts in the Park
The Clarks
Justus Park 8:30 PM – 10 PM
Fireworks Spectacular
Presented by Kellner Fireworks
Justus Park 10 PM
Oil Valley Disc Society Disc Golf Tournament
Hasson Park Course, Tee-off 9 AM, Entry Fee $25
Oil Heritage Artisan & Fine Craft Festival
Town Square 11 AM – 4 PM
Find application HERE
Old Fashioned Photo Shoot
42 Seneca Street 11 AM – 3 PM
Costumes provided by Community Playhouse, inc. Photos by Bright Ideas Photography.
$10 for a 5×7 photo
Oil Heritage Arts Shows
National Transit Building, Annex, Graffiti Gallery & 42 Seneca Street
12 PM – 4 PM
Find application HERE
Oil Heritage Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In
Seneca Street 12 PM – 4 PM
Find flyer HERE
Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
OCHS Football Field 2 PM
SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS
BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS
THURSDAY ON THE PLAZA LEVEL SPONSORS
Oil City Housing Authority
Morrison Funeral Home, Inc.
Friedhaber’s
Good Hope Lutheran Church
Ron & Pat Black
First United National Bank
Electralloy
Villa Italia Ristorante
Rotary Club of Oil City
Clarion County Community Bank
Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory
UFP Parker, LLC
Bert Klapec, Inc.
CAR SHOW SPONSORS
Edward Jones Oil City
Rossbacher Insurance Group
Stifel – Franklin
Central Electric Cooperative, Inc
Cranberry Mall
National Fuel Gas Dist. Corp.
USA Choice Internet
Franklin – Oil Region Credit Union
Oil City Automotive Center Inc.
PATRON LEVEL SPONSORS
Wilma Johnson
Galaxy Federal Credit Union
Dr. Robert M. Pilewski
Klapec Auto Body, Inc.
Gunter Financial Group of Raymond James
Cranberry 10 Minute Oil Change
H & R Block
Barbara Crudo
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College
Lifelong Learning Programs – Skills for Success
Oil City Vineyard Church
Agway
Gates & Burns Realty
Laurel Eye Clinic
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