Cambridge/Guernsey County VCB - The Official Paul Bunyan Show

Come enjoy the Original Paul Bunyan Show in Cambridge, Ohio. This family-friendly event showcases lumberjack competitions and entertainment, a log loader competition, chainsaw carvers, forest industry exhibitors, educational seminars, food and great family fun!

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Since 1957, one of the nation’s largest and oldest forest industry trade shows, The Official Paul Bunyan Show℠ has offered a unique opportunity for families to celebrate Ohio’s forestry background and this year is no different. 

The 2024 Official Paul Bunyan Show will take place October 4-6 at the Guernsey County Fairgrounds located just outside of Cambridge (Old Washington), Ohio. Visitors to the event will find more than 160 exhibitors who represent all facets of the forest industry throughout North America. 

Organized by the Ohio Forestry Association, Inc. (OFA), the Official Paul Bunyan Show℠ is believed to be the oldest forestry industry show of its kind in the eastern United States and annually attracts thousands of visitors from Ohio and surrounding states. The event’s primary focus is to provide access to the current knowledge and technology of forestry products and industry which enhances the quality of life and market competitiveness of individuals, families, industries, and communities. 

The following activities and displays will be offered:

 • Ohio State Lumberjack Championships

 • International Lumberjack Competition

 • Log Loader Competition

 • Heavy Equipment Demonstrations

 • Arborist Skills Clinics and Demonstrations

 • Chainsaw Carvers

 • Chainsaw Clinics and Demonstrations

 • Grinders and Chippers Demonstrations

 • Sawmill Demonstrations

 • Wood Stoves

 • Secondary Wood Products

 • Lumberjack and Log Burling Entertainment

Admission covers all events and entrance into all exhibit halls and educational seminars. Parking is free.