Celebrate Community at the Black Walnut Festival in Camden, Ohio

September 17, 2025

Saturday and Sunday, October 18-19, 2025

Celebrate Community at the Black Walnut

Festival in Camden, Ohio


Every fall, Camden comes alive with one of our most beloved traditions — the Black Walnut

Festival. This annual celebration brings neighbors, friends, and visitors together for a weekend

full of family fun, local pride, and small-town charm.


From its beginnings, the festival has highlighted the best of our community — delicious food,

local vendors, crafts, live music, and activities for all ages. Whether you’ve lived in Camden your

whole life or you’re visiting for the first time, the Black Walnut Festival is the perfect way to

experience what makes our town special.


Family-Friendly Fun for All Ages


One of the festival’s biggest draws is its family atmosphere. Kids can enjoy carnival rides,

games, and activities just for them, while adults can browse the wide variety of artisan booths,

sample homemade treats, or take in live entertainment on the main stage. The parade is always

a highlight, showcasing local schools, community groups, and businesses.

Supporting Local Vendors and Traditions

The festival wouldn’t be complete without rows of food stands and vendor booths featuring

everything from handcrafted goods to traditional festival favorites. By attending, you’re helping

support local artisans, small businesses, and community organizations who make Camden

strong.


A Community Gathering

Saturday and Sunday, October 18-19, 2025.


At Bales Funeral Home, we believe that community is built through connection. Events like the

Black Walnut Festival give us the opportunity to come together, celebrate traditions, and create

new memories with our families and neighbors. Just like honoring life’s milestones, these

moments remind us how important it is to gather, share stories, and support one another.

Join Us This Year


We encourage everyone to attend the Black Walnut Festival and enjoy all the wonderful things

Camden has to offer. Whether you’re coming for the food, the parade, the live entertainment, or

simply the chance to catch up with old friends, this festival is about celebrating what makes our

town unique.

At Bales Funeral Home, we’re proud to be part of the Camden community — not only by serving

families during life’s most difficult times, but also by celebrating the events that bring us together

in joy.


We look forward to seeing you there!

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