Donations for the American 250 Drone Show may be made to Village of Bluffton, memo: American 250

MEDIA RELEASE__Hear Ye! Hear Ye!  We declared independence from England!.....250 years ago, that is!  Yes, our bold experiment in democratic independence is celebrating its 250th anniversary this summer. 

Why wait for summer, Bluffton?  Let’s celebrate all year long!  The Village of Bluffton will be celebrating 250 years of American Independence with events during each month in 2026.  The America 250 in Bluffton, Ohio, committee has planned events for all ages and members of your family. 

January saw our kick-off with a hymn sing exploring some of the hymns and singing practices present in the worship lives of our founding families. Also, some enjoyed the free admission Saturday matinee showing of the movie TRUE GRIT at the Shannon Theater. Kids and adults alike were considered for all activities planned this year.  All members of your family can participate and enjoy our monthly events.

Along with our articles in the Bluffton Icon, please visit our Facebook page, Bluffton, Ohio Celebrates, for updates on all planned events. Our events are also advertised on the Presbyterian church sign, the Diamond Industries sign, and in a display in the Senior Citizens’ storefront window on Main Street.  

If you take photos at any of our events, please consider sharing them with the America 250 in Bluffton, Ohio committee for use in our future advertisements and wrap-up articles. [email protected]

Wednesday 21 -  HAMILTON movie musical @ Bluffton Public Library, 10 a.m.

Monday, February 23 - My Dear Hamilton Book discussion @ 1861 Wine Lounge, 6 p.m. .

Saturday, March 7 - Bluffton & American TRIVIA NIGHT @ South Gate Lanes, 6 p.m. Pre-registration required.

Tuesday, March 17 - “13 Colonies” Cake Decorating & Silent Auction @ Bluffton Public Library, 5:30 p.m. Pre-register at Bluffton Public Library to receive rules & regulations.

Saturday, April 18 - Intergenerational Games Day @ Bluffton Senior Citizens Center, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. .

Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day Tree of Remembrance - Details forthcoming.

Friday, June 19 - Drone Show after Bluffton Lion’s Club Festival of Wheels @ Harmon Field, 10 p.m. Donations may be made to Village of Bluffton, memo: America 250.

Saturday, June 27 - EIGHT ON THE LAM at Shannon Theater, 10 a.m. matinee, FREE admission.

Saturday, July 4 - 1776 movie musical at Shannon Theater, 10 a.m. matinee, FREE admission.

Saturday, July 4 - America 250 in Bluffton Parade

Saturday, July 4 - Community Choir Patriotic Music Concert; 4 weekly rehearsals

Saturday, August 8 - Bluffton History Day with Bluffton Ohio Historical Society

Saturday, August 26 - All-American Apple Pie Baking Contest at 1861 Wine Lounge 

Saturday, October 17 - HAMILTON movie musical @ Shannon Theater, 10 a.m. FREE admission.

October - Chili Cook-off - TBA

Wednesday, November 11 - Military Honors - TBA

Thursday, November 19 - JH/HS students “Yankee Doodle Christmas Tree” Art Expo during the Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s “Jingle Bell Stroll”, Noon-7 p.m.  - Tickets sold at Shirley’s Popcorn, Roots by Stratton, Twisted Whisk, Lulu’s Diner, and Bluffton Public Library.

Saturday, November 28 - Quilt Raffle following the Blaze of Lights Parade & Lighting.

Sunday, November 29 - Drama Production, “It’s A Wonderful Life, A 1940’s Radio Show” @ Bluffton Middle School Cafetorium, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. General admission at the door.

December - Build Colonial Christmas Toys at Schumacher Homestead - TBA