Local Events Calendar
Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Bowl for Kids Sake
Start date: March 6, 2020
End date: March 7, 2020
TBD
Planning is underway for the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake.
This year it will be held on March 6th and 7th at both Belmar Lanes of Sidney and McBo’s Lanes of Versailles.
Continue to check back as more information is being added.
Sidney Bicentennial Opening Ceremonies
Start date: March 14, 2020
End date: March 14, 2020
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back.
Gateway Arts Council Presents: COSI Science Spots
Start date: March 14, 2020
End date: March 14, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
COSI’s Science Spots traveling science exhibition comes to Sidney. Your little ones are sure to enjoy the wide assortment of Science spots listed below:
Air Cannon – Participants press against a rubber membrane that covers a large drum. As the pressure builds within the drum, air shoots out the hole in the bottom and blasts passers by with a puff of air.
These fun active activities are suitable for adults and children.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show!
Start date: March 14, 2020
End date: March 14, 2020
11:59 p.m.
Join us at The Historic Sidney Theatre for our midnight screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show!
Doors open at 11:15pm, and the film will start at midnight!
Tickets are $10 per person and include admission and a prop bag!
Tickets can be purchased with this link:
https://sidneytheatre.ticketspice.com/rocky
Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase at the concession stand!
This is strictly for ages 18+! There will be a lot of explicit language and behavior.
Come dressed up as your favorite character and be entered into a costume contest!
Wine & Design: Spring Birds Are The Words
Start date: March 19, 2020
End date: March 19, 2020
6:30 p.m.
A creative, fun and exciting night out on the town.
Uncork Your Creativity!
March’s theme: Spring Birds Are The Words
Our art education series is expanding to offer you and your friends an exciting night out on the town. We provide almost everything you need: paint, canvases, brushes, corkscrews and cups. All you have to bring is an open mind and your favorite beverage.
All you have to do is sign up, show up, sip & paint!!
Registration Fee: $30 Per Person.
Register Here: https://sidneytheatre.regfox.com/wine-design—march-19
(We accept walk-ins; We like to gauge how many we can expect so we can purchase the correct amount of supplies)
U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors Band
Start date: April 3, 2020
End date: April 3, 2020
7:00 p.m.
Known as America’s Big Band, the Jazz Ambassadors are the premier touring jazz orchestra of the United States Army. Formed in 1969, this 19-piece ensemble has received critical acclaim throughout the United States and abroad performing America’s original art form, jazz.
Ticket information will be released in early February. Tickets are free, but there is a limit of four per family.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Square
Start date: April 11, 2020
End date: April 11, 2020
11:00 a.m.
Bring the kids out for a fun filled Easter egg hunt! Children through the 5th grade search far and wide around the Historic Court House for hidden eggs. No need to arrive early, the egg hunt will being at 11:00 a.m. right after a few announcements.
There will be 4 age groups:
Ages 1-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-8
Ages 9-11
Tree City Celebration
Start date: April 17, 2020
End date: April 17, 2020
TBD
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back.
Gateway Arts Council Presents: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Start date: April 19, 2020
End date: April 19, 2020
7:00 p.m.
Get into the swing of things with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy! Celebrating 25 years and countless appearances in film and television—including a remarkable seven appearances on The Tonight Show, the Super Bowl XXXIII halftime show, Dancing With the Stars, and performances for three U.S. Presidents—this nine-piece band takes music to the next level with a high-octane, deliriously fun show, fusing together jazz, blues, swing, and more!
Hidden Spaces, Secret Places Tour
Start date: April 21, 2020
End date: April 22, 2020
6:00 p.m.
If you’ve ever been curious about some of the historic buildings in Downtown Sidney, this is an event you won’t want to miss! The event will feature both finished and unfinished spaces. Come see the transformations!
Wine & Design: Bottoms up and Pour It Out
Start date: April 23, 2020
End date: April 23, 2020
6:30 p.m.
Uncork Your Creativity!
April’s theme: Bottoms up and Pour it OutOur art education series is expanding to offer you and your friends an exciting night out on the town. We provide almost everything you need: paint, canvases, brushes, corkscrews and cups. All you have to bring is an open mind and your favorite beverage.
All you have to do is sign up, show up, sip & paint!!
Registration Fee: $30 Per Person.
Register Here: https://sidneytheatre.regfox.com/wine-design—april-23
(We accept walk-ins; We like to gauge how many we can expect so we can purchase the correct amount of supplies)
Kentucky Derby Affair on the Square
Start date: May 2, 2020
End date: May 2, 2020
2:00 p.m.
Check back at a later date for more info!
National Day of Prayer
Start date: May 7, 2020
End date: May 7, 2020
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back.
Vietnam Traveling Wall Exhibit
Start date: May 13, 2020
End date: May 17, 2020
10:00 a.m.
The AVTT-TWF Traveling Wall is a replica of the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C. There will be a field of crosses installed near the wall. The crosses will bear military dog tags with the names of the over 7,000 American servicemen and women who have died in service to their country since the Vietnam War. Please join us to honor these men and women.
More Info: https://www.sidneydailynews.com/news/168947/iraq-war-vet-shares-story-to-promote-vietnam-walls-return-to-sidney
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back!
Vietnam Traveling Wall Motorcycle Escort
Start date: May 13, 2020
End date: May 13, 2020
6:30 p.m.
Starting at Wapakoneta VFW (712 North Dixie Highway) and ending at Custenborder Field (449 Riverside Drive).
We hope you can join us for the 3rd Annual Tawawa Park Cruise-in. Being held in conjunction with the Viet Nam Traveling Wall exhibit that will be on display May 14. Free and open to the public.
The Great Sidney Farmer’s Market
Start date: May 23, 2020
End date: May 30, 2020
8:00 a.m.
Join us every Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to Noon! The market is “the place to be” on Saturday mornings throughout the season. Crafters offer a large variety of homemade items, and farmers bring their freshest produce to tantalize your taste buds. Fresh baked goods and jams and jellies are always a crowd pleaser. Plants and flowers are abundant. Shop early for your best selection.
Unveiling of Restored Sgt. Baker
Start date: May 25, 2020
End date: May 25, 2020
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back.
The Great Sidney Farmer’s Market
Start date: June 6, 2020
End date: June 27, 2020
8:00 a.m.
Join us every Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to Noon! The market is “the place to be” on Saturday mornings throughout the season. Crafters offer a large variety of homemade items, and farmers bring their freshest produce to tantalize your taste buds. Fresh baked goods and jams and jellies are always a crowd pleaser. Plants and flowers are abundant. Shop early for your best selection.
Musical Salute to Sidney
Start date: June 7, 2020
End date: June 7, 2020
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back.
Upper Valley Community Orchestra “Beautiful Sidney”
Start date: June 7, 2020
End date: June 7, 2020
3:00 p.m.
This concert is free and open to the public.
Graceland Cemetery Tour
Start date: June 18, 2020
End date: June 18, 2020
8:00 p.m.
Stories will be shared about some of the “residents” of Graceland Cemetery and their contributions to the Shelby County community.
More information to be announced.
Contact: Tilda Phlipot Phone: 937.498.1653
Event planning continues – more details coming soon so please check back.
14th Annual Duck Derby & Duck-N-Run 5K
Start date: June 18, 2020
End date: June 18, 2020
TBD
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County have planning underway for their annual Duck Derby and Duck – N – Run 5K.
This event allows them to raise money to support all of their youth mentoring programs including Big Buddies, Lunch Buddies, Career Quest, and Couples/Community-Based Matches.
Be sure to check back as the event gets closer for more information.
Sidney Music & Arts Festival
Start date: June 19, 2020
End date: June 20, 2020
5:00 p.m.
A festival celebrating Sidney, especially in our Bicentennial! Raise the Roof for Arts and Sidney Alive will team up to create a fun day for our community with music and art! We partner with United Way agencies, non-profit organizations, businesses & churches to provide a free FUN Kidz Zone for children ages 12 & under.
