What the cited source says
The section names broad entertainment and cultural activity but does not specifically name weddings, concerts, barn events, catering, or venue rental.
Important conditions
- Whether a particular event is an agritourism activity and all event-venue, occupancy, fire, alcohol, food, parking, noise, and zoning rules.
Relevant provisions
DefinitionThe section defines agritourism as an agriculturally related educational, entertainment, historical, cultural, or recreational activity—including you-pick operations or farm markets—conducted on a qualifying farm that invites the public. Ohio Rev. Code § 901.80(A)(2)-(4)Inherent risksThe listed risks include land conditions, specified wild and domestic animal behavior, ordinary farm structures or equipment, illness from animal contact or contamination, and participant negligence. § 901.80(A)(6)Liability ruleThe section states that an agritourism provider is immune for harm resulting from a risk inherent in an agritourism activity. § 901.80(B)ExceptionsThe section lists willful or wanton disregard, purposeful harm, criminal conduct, failure to post required signs, and certain undisclosed dangerous conditions. § 901.80(C)Warning signThe provider must post and maintain the statutory warning at or near each entrance or at each activity site, in black letters at least one inch high. § 901.80(D)
What this source does not answer
- The source does not determine whether a particular parcel meets the statutory farm definition.
- It does not resolve local zoning, buildings, fire, food, alcohol, accessibility, traffic, permits, insurance, or separate activity statutes.
- No judicial decisions or fact-specific eligibility were reviewed.
What to check next
- Venue and occupancy rules
- Fire, alcohol, and food requirements
- Parking, noise, and accessibility
- Local zoning and event permits
Official source
Ohio Revised Code § 901.80 — Immunity from liability for agritourism providers
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Checked August 13, 2026
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