Location

Everything you need to know about getting to the Pioneer Days Festival.

Location

Getting Here

🚦 Pioneer Days 2026: Official Traffic & Parking Guide

The intersections of US-224 & Water St and Broad St (SR-115) & North St are open for through traffic. However, you cannot drive into the downtown blocks from these points, as they are reserved for the Carnival Midway and pedestrian safety.


🚗 Arriving from the West (Cloverdale / Ft. Jennings)

  1. As you enter Kalida on US-224, turn North onto Water Street.
  2. Follow Hwy 9 East for 12 miles.
  3. Turn right onto Heritage Trail (look for the large wooden Silverwood sign).
  4. Follow the gravel road for 2 miles to reach the Check-in Gate.

🚙 Arriving from the East (Ottawa)

  1. Take I-5 North/South to Exit 182 (Oakhaven).
  2. Follow Hwy 9 East for 12 miles.
  3. Turn right onto Heritage Trail (look for the large wooden Silverwood sign).
  4. Follow the gravel road for 2 miles to reach the Check-in Gate.

Parking

Free Parking

  • Main Street Lot — 2 blocks from festival entrance
  • Community Center — Shuttle service available
  • High School — Weekend parking with shuttle

♿ Accessible Parking

ADA-accessible parking spaces are available in the Main Street Lot, closest to the festival entrance. Please display your accessible parking permit.

Tips

  • • Arrive early for the best spots
  • • Carpool when possible
  • • Consider using the free shuttle service
  • • Street parking is limited — use designated lots

Shuttle & Transportation

Free shuttle buses run every 15 minutes from the following locations:

Community Center

High School

Train Station

Hours: Friday 10 AM – 10 PM, Saturday 9 AM – 11 PM

Ride Share:Use the "North Gate" as your destination for Uber/Lyft drop-offs.