Ashland, Ohio, a city of 21,000 people, serves as the seat of Ashland County. Incorporated in 1916, Ashland has its own Brookside Golf Course and pool. It is the home of Ashland University, a school with a thriving artistic and sports community. As a college town, there are plenty of things to do in and around this small and vibrant city.
In Ashland, the Fourth of July weekend means Balloonfest. Besides the hot-air balloons, there are food vendors, music, magicians, and souvenir photographs. Kids can play on the inflatables. Tethered balloon rides available. One of the highlights is the mass balloon lift-off, as colorful hot-air balloons fill the sky.
ashlandohioballoonfest.com
The 135 acre campus includes the Hugo Young Theatre. Catch student performances in both classic plays and new works. The Drop of a Hat Players perform Broadway musical reviews. The theatre regularly hosts speakers and visiting musicians. Arts lovers may also visit the campus gallery and museum, or stroll through the many gardens on the site.
Ashland University
401 College Avenue
Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-4142
ashland.edu
Play a round or two of golf at this public course. It is open seven days a week, from morning until dark. The 18 hole course offers clubs for rent as well as electric pull carts. An attached driving range features a practice bunker and separate putting green. Have a snack in the clubhouse, or take advantage of their on-site charcoal grills in the covered pavilion for a family gathering.
Brookside Golf Course
1399 Sandusky Street
Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-7933
ashlandbrooksidegolfcourse.com
