Olde Pickerington Village BeanFest

Historic West Columbus Street in Olde Pickerington Village will come alive with a dozen flavors of chili, Abe Lincoln, Bluegrass music, children's games, and street vendors peddling everything from hot dogs and pastries to glass-beaded earrings, toys, and antiques. Pickerington-area amateur chili chefs will vie for cash prizes in a competition for "Best of Show" chosen by a 3-judge panel and "People's Choice" chosen by vote of BeanFest attendees. Guests can enjoy:
* Free chili samples 
* Food vendors with hot dogs, brats, pizza, desserts and more
* Street & Sidewalk Sale
* Abe Lincoln and Civil War displays
* Free admission to the Pickerington-Violet Township Historical Museum
* Live Bluegrass music by "Loosely Strung"
* Children's games and activities