Explore the Midwest Archives

Spring Fun

Ride the Rails in Bluegrass, Kentucky through Thoroughbred Farms, Cliffs and the Kentucky River

July 28, 2026

Pedal powered rail vehicles date back to at least the 1850's, when maintenance workers used hand-cars and 'rail bikes' to travel along the tracks....

Things To Do

Ohio’s First Mountain Coaster Coming to Hocking Hills

July 14, 2026

Hocking Hills is about to get a reason to visit that has nothing to do with waterfalls or caves. The Hocking Hills Mountain Coaster,...

Guide

6 Festivals Worth the Drive

July 3, 2026

Festival season is once again in full swing! With so many charming celebrations all around the state to choose from, here are some of...

Guide

5 Waterparks Worth the Drive from Southwest Ohio

July 2, 2026

Summer in Cincinnati and Dayton gets hot, humid and long, and the neighborhood pool can only entertain kids for so many afternoons. The good...

Playgrounds

Hocking Hills Has the World’s Largest Bounce House

June 22, 2026

About two hours east of Cincinnati and roughly the same from Dayton, the Hocking Hills region draws Ohio families for its gorges, waterfalls and...

Summer Fun

Kalberer Emergent Tower in Holden Arboretum

June 9, 2026

If your kids haven't climbed the Holden Arboretum's Kalberer Emergent Tower yet, put it on the list. The steel tower rises 120 feet —...

Summer Fun

Pine Lake Waterpark & Beach – 2 Hours North of Dayton

May 21, 2026

Pine Lake Waterpark is a solid summer day trip for families who want something more than a standard pool. Located about two hours north...

Free Fun

Worth-the-Drive: The Possibility Playground

March 18, 2026

A new milestone has been reached in the town of Corydon, Indiana, with Possibility Playground. Spanning an impressive 32,000 square feet within the Hayswood...

Spring Fun

Spring Break Day Trips Near Home

March 2, 2026

Southwestern Ohio is surrounded by lots of places that make for a perfect weekend or extended family getaway. From exciting cities to natural wonders,...