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Friday, October 2
ZOOtoberfest
Tap into an autumn evening of craft beer, live music and animal encounters at this 21+ tasting event featuring brews from more than a dozen local and regional breweries. Sample seasonal beers, ciders and seltzers while enjoying light snacks, entertainment and an exclusive animal encounter. 7–10pm, The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. $65–$85.
Saturday, October 3
Calvin’s Autumn Pop & Shop Market
Kick off the fall season with a local market featuring more than 30 vendors offering handmade goods, boutique items, home décor, baked treats, gifts and more. 10am–2pm, Calvin United Church of Christ, 1946 Bakewell St. Free.
Saturday, October 3
BG 4X4 Fest
Enjoy all things 4×4 with a convoy through downtown Bowling Green, sled pulls, local food vendors, a 4×4 vendor alley and family-friendly activities with a special Kids’ Area. Proceeds fund scholarships for careers in agriculture and the trades. 10am–5pm, Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. Free.
Friday, October 9
Black Cat Night Market
Shop local at the Second Annual Black Cat Night Market, featuring local artisans, small businesses, handmade goods, art, vintage treasures, fall-themed treats, food trucks and cat rescue information. Hosted by Willow & Whiskers Cat Lounge. Friday, October 9, 5–9pm, Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St, Maumee.
Saturday, October 10
Cars and Coffee
Start your morning with a gathering of car enthusiasts featuring a variety of vehicles, a live DJ, local food vendors and coffee. Community members will judge the vehicles and award custom trophies, while the first 50 attendees receive free 3D-printed dash plaques. 9am–12pm, Karson Diecast Co., 27681 Cummings Road, Millbury. Free.
Sunday, October 11
MacQueen’s Run for Your Life
Join the 14th Annual MacQueen’s Run for Your Life, a Halloween-themed race featuring 5K, 10K, Challenge and Kids Run events through the scenic MacQueen Orchards. Costumes strongly encouraged! Sunday, October 11, MacQueen Orchards, 7605 Garden Rd, Holland. Packet pickup begins 6:30am; 10K and Challenge start 7:30am; 5K, 9:30am and Kids Run, 10:45am. runsignup.com
Saturday, October 17
Black Swamp Ren Fest
Step into a day of medieval whimsy at the Black Swamp Ren Fest, featuring tabletop gaming, an interactive blacksmith and forge, textiles and weaving, live music, SCA and Scantium demonstrations, artist vendors and a historic tavern. Costumes and trinket trading are welcome. Saturday, October 17, 11am–6pm, Toledo Club, 235 14th St. Free.
Saturday, October 24
Toledo Halloween Bar Crawl
Celebrate Halloween with friends while exploring some of Toledo’s best bars during the official Toledo Halloween Bar Crawl. The evening kicks off Saturday, October 24, from 4–11pm. Whiskey Red Saloon, 505 Jefferson Ave. PubCrawls.com
