Wapakoneta by Moonlight

WAPAKONETA BY MOONLIGHT
Kick off the annual Wapakoneta Summer Moon Festival with an unforgettable evening in historic downtown Wapakoneta!
Join First On The Moon, Inc. from **5:00–10:00 PM** for a relaxing stroll through the hometown of Neil Armstrong as downtown comes alive with music, lights, history, shopping, food, and community spirit.
Enjoy live musicians performing throughout downtown

Shop local stores staying open late

Take free walking tours with the Auglaize County Historical Society

Experience the beauty of luminaria-lined sidewalks

Enjoy great food, sweet treats, ice cream, candy, and DORA beverages

Participate in the Space Code Hunt for prizes and fun for all ages
Before the streets close the next morning for Summer Moon Festival setup, Wapakoneta By Moonlight offers a unique opportunity to begin the celebration of Neil Armstrong's first steps on the Moon by walking the same streets he once rode his bicycle on, visiting the shops where he worked, and experiencing the community that helped shape one of history's greatest explorers.
More than just an event, it's a chance to support the businesses that serve as the heartbeat of our community while enjoying a charming evening under the summer sky.
Gather your family and friends and join us for the perfect start to Wapakoneta's biggest celebration of the year. The countdown to Summer Moon Festival begins here!
Admission is free.

Historic Downtown Wapakoneta

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM