2025 “Raising the Bar” Annual Partnership Meeting

Mansfield, OH – Partners of Richland County’s tourism industry gathered at the Historic Ohio State Reformatory for the Destination Mansfield-Richland County 2025 Annual Meeting. The annual event held at the world-famous Ohio State Reformatory, brought tourism and community leaders together to celebrate achievements, recognize excellence, and look forward to new opportunities. This year’s theme, “Raising…

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June Happenings & Events

June kicks off a sizzling season of summer fun with the return of live music, races at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, bustling farmer’s markets, a luau at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary, and some of our favorite annual events making a comeback across the county. Events You Don’t Want to Miss The races are back at…

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May Happenings & Events

May, the gateway to all things summer, has arrived with blue skies and a flurry of activities and events you won’t want to miss! Grab your favorite people and spend some time perusing our entire May event calendar to experience all that Richland County has to offer. If you haven’t been to the Mansfield Art…

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April Happenings & Events

April’s arrival ushers in a flurry of exciting events here in Richland County! From hands-on gardening and art classes to live music, theater performances like Mary Poppins (April 25th-27th) and festive Easter celebrations, there’s something waiting for you to experience. Don’t miss the chance to step back in time at Malabar Farm’s Spring Plowing Days…

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March Happenings & Events

With the arrival of spring, warmer weather, and a full calendar of events, Richland County is buzzing with activity! Explore our monthly Happenings & Events guide to ensure you don’t miss any of the exciting opportunities this highly anticipated season brings. This month you can look forward to the annual Maple Syrup Festival at Malabar…

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Arts All Around

Arts All Around By Tonya Prater In Richland County, inspiration flows as abundantly as its rivers, with a rich offering of the arts that encompasses everything from public art to art centers and theaters.  Eye-Catching Art Public art brightens the streets of downtown Mansfield. Stroll the brick- lined alleys to discover colorful murals painted by…

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February Happenings & Events

February brings fresh energy to our community! Celebrate with lively Galentine’s Day events, romantic date nights, and activities that inspire fun and learning. Visit Kingwood Center Gardens for an Orchid Presentation or move those hips at the couple’s salsa class at the Richland Academy of the Arts. Shake off the winter blues and embrace a…

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Limitless Learning

Limitless Learning By Jamie Rhein Calling all history, horror, art lovers and beyond! Boredom will be a thing of the past as your family explores the extensive selection of museums that Mansfield has to offer, with plenty of sights to see and exhibits to explore. In Mansfield, you’ll find so much more than your average…

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January Happenings & Events

A new year is here, bringing fresh opportunities to explore the charming communities located throughout Richland County. If you’ve never experienced a tour of the iconic Ohio State Reformatory, stood in the shadow of Chef Jacques near Bellville, or meandered the aisles of the Glen’s Surplus, Shelby’s legendary mall, now is the time! Plan an…

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