2026 Festival Information
The St. James Parish Festival is located in the heart of White Oak at 3565 Hubble Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45247.
Friday, July 24 6:00-11:00PM
Saturday, July 25 5:30-11:00PM
Sunday, July 26 3:00-9:00PM
Our Basket Raffle and Silent Auction offer a fantastic selection of creative, themed prizes. From unique baskets and local experiences to one-of-a-kind items, there’s something for everyone!
Purchase tickets and place bids during the festival in the Church Hall. (Located under St. James Church.)
Winners selected and announced Sunday, July 26 at the close of the festival.
Come and shop the Jewelry Resale Booth (Church Hall) throughout the weekend!
Major Raffle: Don’t miss your chance to win big in this year’s Major Raffle. Tickets give you multiple opportunities to win, making it one of the most anticipated drawings of the festival.
Prizes
Early Bird Drawing $250 on July 1st.
Major Raffle Drawing Sunday, July 26 at 9PM
See FAQ for Major Raffle Rules
Stop by the Major Raffle Booth for tickets and more information during the festival.
Friday – Final Order 7-11PM
Saturday – Bad Habit 7-11PM
Sunday – DJ Keaton
Sit back or sing along with live music and enjoy a wide variety of entertainment throughout the weekend!
Festival Games – Games and fun for the whole family throughout the festival.
- Fat Cats
- Winner’s Circle
- Roll-A-Score
- Crack The Safe
- Crazy Ball
- Go Fish
- Ring Toss
- Hole In One
Enjoy classic festival games designed for everyone! Interactive games for toddlers taking their first toss to adults ready to show off their skills. Come play, win and celebrate summer together!
- Kid’s Corral – A special area with games designed for the littlest of festival goers.
- Duck pond
- Pencil/Sucker Pull
- Bean Bag Toss
- Wheel of Prizes
- Games of Chance
- Big 6
- Mug Slide
- Split The Pot
- Instants
- Jumbo Poker
- Rolling for Dough
- Chuck-A-Luck
- Beat The Dealer
Enjoy a delicious lineup of local favorites and traditional festival goodies that everyone loves. There’s something tasty waiting just for you!
- Burgers, Hot Dogs, Brats
- Pretzels, Nachos. Funnel Cakes & Fried Pickles
- Mingle’s Ice Cream and Lindsey’s Shaved Ice
- LaRosa’s pizza truck
- Domestic Beer & Seltzers
- Craft Beer Tent
Sunday Chicken Dinner 4:00-6:30PM
Join us for a Ron’s Roost Chicken Dinner in the Church Hall. All dinners purchased at the dinner. No pre-sale. More information coming soon!
Sunday Kiddie Happy Hour Meal 3:00-5:00PM
Meal includes a hot dog, chips, and a drink. $2.00
Give back, connect with others and be a part of a wonderful White Oak tradition! Click on the link to explore volunteering opportunities from pre-festival, festival and post-festival positions. Every role helps make the festival a success! See specific positions for age and physical requirements.
- Volunteers should report to the Welcome Booth located in front of the gym entrance before the start of their shift.
Help us make this year’s festival unforgettable! Our Basket Raffle and Silent Auction are crowd favorites—and they thrive because of generous donations from our community. We’re currently seeking unique experiences and high-value items that will excite bidders and support a great cause.
What We’re Looking For
Tickets, Passes & Experience Packages
- Tickets to local attractions and events (season ticket holders—we’d love your support!)
- Sports tickets, including:
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Cincinnati Reds
- FC Cincinnati
- Cincinnati Cyclones
- Cincinnati Bearcats
- Xavier Musketeers
- Ohio State Buckeyes
- Arts & entertainment tickets, such as:
- Aronoff Center for the Arts
- Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
- Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
- Cincinnati Ballet
- Cincinnati Children’s Theatre
Dining Experiences
- Gift cards to fine dining restaurants—perfect for pairing with event tickets to create a full night out!
Getaways & Unique Experiences
- Vacation homes, weekend stays, or timeshares—these make standout auction items and generate incredible excitement
Every donation—big or small—helps us create memorable experiences while supporting our festival’s mission.
Let us know what you can offer! Email Vanessa Schweer at stjfestivalwo@gmail.com for more information.
Please send cash donations and gift cards to St. James Parish Office, Attn: Vanessa Schweer, Festival Baskets/Auction.
OR purchase an item from our Amazon Wish list!