Ovid Carriage Days 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Ovid Carriage Days 2026 Is Underway Now!
Events Schedule
Friday, July 10th
City Wide Garage Sales
9am-6pm
United Church Treasure Sale
Family Center
9am-3pm
Arts & Crafts Vendors
Main Street
11am-6pm
Opening Ceremonies
Main Stage 11:30am
Creekside Hobbies “Verticals Challenge”
W. Front Street
Noon-9pm
Native Amusements Midway
Main Street
Noon-Close
Dirty Laundry Band
Main Stage
Noon-3pm
Broke Down Truck Band
Main Stage
4pm-7pm
Saturday, July 11th
Co-Ed Softball Tournament
Ackley Field
Ovid Lions Pancake Breakfast
Lions/VFW Hall
8am-10am
City Wide Garage Sales
9am-6pm
United Church Treasure Sale
Family Center
9am-?
Arts & Crafts Vendors
Main Street
11am-6pm
Super Parade
11am Sharp
Native Amusements Midway
Main Street
Noon-Close
Williamston Woodcarver
Town Square Park
Performances at Noon, 2, 4. & 6pm
Creekside Hobbies “Verticals Wall Challenge”
W. Front Street
noon-9pm
Historical Museum Open House
East Williams Street
2pm-4pm
Car Show
Main Street Near Post Office
Noon-4pm
Jim Pontack
Main Stage
Noon-2pm
Elvis: Ovid’s Own Steve Hunt Along With “Neil Diamond, Toby Keith & Stevie Nicks”
Main Stage
3pm-7pm
Sunday, July 12th
Native Amusements Midway
Main Street
Noon-Close
Arts & Crafts Vendors
Main Street
11am-6pm
Creekside Hobbies
“Vertical Wall Challenge”
W. Front Street
Noon-6pm
Historical Museum Open House
E. Williams Street
2pm-4pm
Jim Cruise “Spoonman”
Main Stage
2pm
Cash Raffle Drawing
Main Stage
3pm
Jack & Tess Clarkson With Guests Kathy Ford & Bill Fuller
Main Stage
3pm-6pm
A "Thank you!" To Our Sponsors!
Carriage Days News
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Now Open: 2025 Ovid Carriage Days Softball Tournament Registration
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Calling All Food Vendors & Food Trucks – Sign Up for Ovid Carriage Days 2025! 🍔🌮🍩
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Calling All Vendors: Sign Up Now for Ovid Carriage Days 2025!
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Be a Part of the Magic: Volunteer for Ovid Carriage Days 2025!
Ovid Carriage Days wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our volunteers—and we want you to be part of the team that helps bring the...
Ovid Carriage Days – 2025
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Thank You All To Our 2024 Sponsors!
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Ovid Carriage Days 2024 Parade Marshals
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Midway and Rides
The 2026 Ovid Carriage Days carnival rides and midway are returning this year with an exciting lineup of classic and thrilling attractions for all ages.
Super Parade
The kids tractor pull at Ovid Carriage Days lets young participants experience the thrill of friendly competition as they pedal mini tractors in a fun and engaging event.
Car Show
A highlight of Ovid Carriage Days is the annual car show, where automobile enthusiasts gather to admire a stunning array of classic, vintage, and custom vehicles.
Midway rides for all ages
The carnival rides midway is officially returning for the 2026 Ovid Carriage Days, adding even more excitement to an already beloved community tradition. With the festival expanding back to a full three-day celebration this year (July 10-12), attendees can look forward to more time to enjoy classic fair rides, bright midway lights, and family-friendly thrills right in downtown Ovid. From nostalgic favorites to adrenaline-pumping attractions, the returning midway is a big sign that Carriage Days is growing—and it’s shaping up to be a weekend full of fun, energy, and hometown pride.
Arts and Crafts vendors
The 2026, Ovid Carriage Days will feature a diverse array of Arts and Crafts vendors, showcasing the talents and creativity of local artisans. Festival-goers can browse through a variety of handmade goods, including intricate jewelry, unique home decor, beautiful paintings, and crafted textiles. These vendors offer a chance to purchase one-of-a-kind items, each with its own story and charm, making for perfect keepsakes or gifts. The presence of these talented craftspeople not only enhances the cultural richness of the festival but also supports small businesses and the local economy, adding a vibrant and artistic flair to the day’s festivities.
Ovid Carriage Days has been an important event since 1993. Organized by volunteers, it has provided community engagement, opportunities, and is the hallmark end of summer event for the surrounding area.
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