All Things Pickles

Posted on Nov 14

From pickle pizzas to pickle ornaments, there are so many ways to celebrate National Pickle Day in Butler County!

Are you a pickle enthusiast? Whether you enjoy them as sandwich toppers, fried bites, spears, sweet bread and butter slices, or even in creative non-edible forms like holiday ornaments and sports activities, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate pickles. We've put together the ultimate guide to everything pickle-related in Butler County!

Barrel Pickles

Where: Jungle Jim's International Market

With an international market full of over 200,000 products, it's no surprise that this foodie amusement park carries an array of pickles from around the world. Sure you can find plenty of different types of pickles in jars, but have you ever gotten a pickle from a barrel? For just 99 cents, you can open the barrel lid and choose your pickles ranging from dill, garlic, and hot flavors.

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During the winter, Jungle Jim's International Market hosts a Pickle Wars event where contestants will face off to a pickle eating contest and Bobbing for Brine! Be on the lookout for event details here.

Pickle Pizza

Where: Victory Lane Pizza

You've heard of pineapple on pizza, but have you ever heard of pickles on pizza?! The folks at Victory Lane Pizza love to experiment with new recipes, and one of the customer requests they received was a pickle pizza which has quickly become a best seller.

Their pickle pizza is topped with their own dill sauce creation, adorned with slices of dill pickles and bacon crumbles, giving it a unique, savory and delicious flavor!

Fried Pickles

Are you a fan of fried pickles as an appetizer? We have some amazing restaurants and sports bars that can whip up some of the best fried pickles to pair with a drink and a sports game.

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Pickle Ornament

Where: Scripted Studio

Did you know that it's tradition to hang a pickle ornament on your Christmas tree for good luck?! Tradition says, that on Christmas morning, the first person to find the pickle on the tree would receive an extra present from Santa Claus or would be said to have a year of good fortune!

You can pick up your good fortune pickle from Scripted Studio in Hamilton, or browse the dozens of other adorable and humorous ornaments on display. Because, you can never have too many ornaments .... right?

Pickleball

Where: The Pickle Lodge

Not a fan of the edible pickles? That's alright! You can still get in the action of celebrating National Pickle Day by heading to the Pickle Lodge in West Chester. Whether you're a pickleball enthusiast or a beginner, The Pickle Lodge is a destination you can't miss.

As the second largest indoor pickleball facility in the country, The Pickle Lodge isn't just a place to play— it's a full experience combining top-tier courts, delicious dining, and craft brewing all under one roof. If you need a drink break, check out Erne's Pickle Bar for some cocktails and local brews from Third Eye Brewing.