Ohio Gourd President Vikkie Mustad is pictured with various fairy gourdhouses.

Courtesy | Ohio Gourd Society

The Ohio Gourd Society’s annual Gourd Show returns to the Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave. in Delaware, the first weekend in October, marking 61 years of unique gourd art, history, live entertainment and more.

The show kicks off on Friday, Oct. 4 and runs through Sunday, Oct. 6, attracting visitors to the amazing world of Gourds. The family friendly show is open to the public with free admission and free parking.

The Gourd Show features gourd, gourd art, art supplies, and special programs highlighting the world of gourds including: growing and drying gourd, crafting, and even gourd food! Half-and full- day workshops are offered on Friday and Saturday for anyone who would like to learn how to create their own unique gourd art. Registration is required; details are on the society’s website: www.ohiogourdsociety.com.

For more information, visit our website at www.ohiogourdsociety.com.