The Simon Sorghum Festival is held annually at the John Roger Simon Farm in West Portsmouth, Ohio, located at 8721 Careys Run Pond Creek Road. It's a two-day event at the end of September that celebrates Appalachian heritage with live music, crafts, and demonstrations of sorghum syrup making.
Location:

John Roger Simon Farm
Address: 8721 Careys Run Pond Creek Road, West Portsmouth, OH 45663

What to Expect:

Sorghum Syrup Making: The festival features the on-site creation of fresh sorghum syrup.

Appalachian Heritage: There are demonstrations of traditional rural skills and crafts.
Music & Food: Enjoy live traditional string instrument music and Appalachian-style homemade food and desserts.
Historic Site: The festival takes place at a 150-year-old homestead surrounded by forests.

Key Details:

When: The last full weekend in September.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Hosted By: The Arc of Appalachia Preserve System.


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