Return of The Frogman

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Attractions & Activities

Time TBA – Photos with the Loveland Frogman — Location TBA
This is a one-of-a-kind photo op! Hop on over to meet the Loveland Frog, AKA the city’s mascot.

1 – 3 PM – Book Release — Paxton’s Grill, 126 W Loveland Ave.
Don’t miss the book release of Josie and Doug: An Adventure with the Loveland Frogman. This is a children’s book written by local author Mike Meldon. Josie and Doug will be available for photos!

3 – 5 PM – The Lilypad Kids’ Zone — Loveland Stage Company
Kids/families are invited to the theater for story reading, frog-themed activity stations, photo ops, and sing-a-long!

• 3 & 4 PM- Story time featuring Are Enchanted Forests Real? by local author Jenna Schroeder, followed by book signings
• 3:30 & 4:30 PM – Princess and the Frog sing-a-long

4, 5, 6 & 7 PM – Story Time — Bike Trail Books, 111 Railroad Avenue
At the top of each hour, meet for a frog-themed kids’ story time.

4 – 8 PM – Scavenger Hunt — Historic Downtown
Frogs are hiding throughout downtown. Spot a frog, take your picture, and share on social media using the hashtag #LovelandFrogman for the chance to win a prize. Winners will be selected at random.

4 – 8 PM – Escape Room — Railroad Avenue
The Frogman isn’t the only mystery in town… Can you spot the puzzle clues to escape?

4 – 8 PM – Frog Hop Games — Fountain Green at Fleet Feet
Hop over to the game area, featuring fun for kids of all ages! There will be cornhole, tic-tac-toe, checkers, frog races and more.

4:30 – 8 PM – Frogger Face Off — Railway Barber Shop, 106 Railroad Ave.
Try your luck at this arcade favorite and leap your way into a pile of cash! Railway Barber Shop is hosting a Frogger gaming competition open to all ages and skill levels. There will be grand prizes for the top 3 scores! To enter, visit Railway Barber Shop between Sept. 3 – Oct. 5 to register and set your score for Round 1. Then, on Oct. 12, attend Return of The Frogman. Finals will start at 4:30 p.m. at Railway. Finals will consist of several rounds in a single elimination format where you are welcome to enjoy the festivities until your turn to play.

6:30 PM – ‘Laugh Til You Croak’ Comedy Hop — Multiple Locations
Laugh the night away! Hop along to different locations in Historic Downtown, where you’ll enjoy seeing 15 comedians perform. See times and locations.

8:30 PM – Frogman Movie— Loveland Stage Company
Filmed in 2023, this movie tells the story of three friends in search of the Loveland Frogman. Is he more than just a local legend? Doors open at 8 p.m. and the movie begins at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 –purchase in advance or the night of the show. Please note this is a horror movie for adults (age 18+). Presented by Love Our Land and Loveland Stage Company.

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Laugh Til You Croak Comedy Hop

We bet you’ve never done a comedy hop! Think of it like a bar crawl, but instead you’ll be hopping locations to see a can’t-miss lineup of stand-up comedians who have been featured on the Bob & Tom Show, Sirius XM, Go Bananas Comedy Club, Comedy Lab, as openers for Dave Chappelle, and more!

• 6:30 PM – Cappy’s, 309 W Loveland Ave.
  Max Jensen
  Cody Walker
  Loveland’s Own, Vince Stevens

Locations coming soon for shows by:
Mark Chalifoux
Gabe Kea
Andrew Rudick
Chris Siemer
Faith Mueller
Ian Squintz
David Stewart
Rashika Jaipuriar
Billy DeVore
Shawn Braley
Dennis Piper
Michael Holder

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Food Trucks & Vendors

Food and fun available 4-8 p.m.

• Maw Maw’s Creole Kitchen – Cajun & Creole cuisine
• Streetpops – Green frozen treats
• Servatii – Frog-themed snacks
• Let’s Glow Crazy – Lights and novelties

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Local Specials

More Frogman fun can be spotted all around town!

‘The Loveland Frog’ Cocktail — The Works Brick Oven Restaurant, 20 Grear Millitzer Pl.
Try this famous signature drink!

7:30 – 10 PM — Concert — Cappy’s, 309 W Loveland Ave.
Hear Chuckie’s In Love perform a blend of nostalgic hits and yacht rock from the 70s and 80s. You’ll be singing along to the tunes of Steely Dan and Fleetwood Mac.

These local shops will have special frog merch available:

• Lemons and Limes Boutique, 301 W Loveland Ave.

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Directions & Parking

For GPS driving directions, please use 120 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, Ohio 45140. This is the location of City Hall in the center of Historic Downtown Loveland.

There are several free public parking lots in Historic Downtown Loveland. View the public parking map. Event parking is encouraged at the David B. Kennedy Parking Lot, Linda Cox Trailside Parking Lot, and East Loveland Nature Preserve Lot. Additionally, some downtown businesses operate private lots for a fee.

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FAQ

Answers to our most frequently asked questions.

What is Return of The Frogman?
This is a new event hosted by the City of Loveland to commemorate the mysterious sightings of the Loveland Frogman. It will be held on Leap Years (every four years).

What is a cryptid?
A cryptid is a creature found in stories that some people believe exists or say they have seen, but that has never been proven to exist — does Big Foot or the Loch Ness Monster come to mind? The Loveland Frogman has joined the ranks of mysterious cryptids and has a following, especially in the Midwest.

What is the Loveland Frogman legend?
The Loveland Frogman is described to stand 4 feet tall with leathery skin and a frog face. According to various reports, the creature first was sighted by a businessman late at night in 1955. Some say the Frogman holds a wand over its head that sprays magical sparks. More recent spottings occurred in 1972 and 2016.

How much does the event cost?
Admission is free! There may be some attractions that have a fee (will be noted), but the city welcomes sponsors to keep the event affordable.

Is Return of The Frogman affiliated with the Frogman Festival?
No, the Frogman Festival is organized by a private party and typically has been held in the spring at a conference center. It features cryptid-themed vendors, cosplay, educational guest speakers, and more. Unlike the city’s Return of The Frogman, it is held annually.

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