Events

When we say there’s something for everyone in Mansfield and the surrounding communities … we mean it! Whether you love the arts, the outdoors, fitness, history, live music, or anything in between, there are events happening in our area that fit your interests.

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Mansfield Richland B&O Trail – Smart-guided Day or Overnight Camping Tour

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CycleNuts

Mansfield Richland B&O Trail – Smart-guided Day or Overnight Camping Tour

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CycleNuts

Mansfield Richland B&O Trail – Smart-guided Day or Overnight Camping Tour

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CycleNuts

2026 Themed Weekends

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

May Show

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Mansfield Art Center

Art Exploration Summer Camps

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Mansfield Art Center

Mansfield Dance Program Summer Camps 2026

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

MEMORIAL DAY – BACKYARD BBQ WEEKEND

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

Chin Track Days

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

MEMORIAL DAY

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City of Shelby

Memorial Day Facility Closure 2026

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

Memorial day Parade

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City of Mansfield

Public Animal Feeding Day

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Richland County Park District

Private Track Rental

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

Oaks & Acorns

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Richland County Park District

Open Test & Tune – Twilight – Street Cars

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

Teen Book Club at 3rd Cup Tea

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3RD CUP TEA

Grounds and Gardens Tour

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Live Music: Jamie Bright

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The Vault Wine Bar

KAPTAIN KOA CELEBRATES FIREFIGHTERS

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

OVR PCA

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

Pleasant Hill Program Schedule

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

2026 Senior Spring Extravaganza

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City of Shelby

Final Friday Concert

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Downtown Mansfield, Inc.

Final Friday Concert

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Downtown Mansfield, Inc.

May Final Friday Concert

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Downtown Mansfield, Inc.

Live Music: Jevan Cole

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The Vault Wine Bar

Banned Book Club-2nd Saturday of the Month

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Nikki Noel Wildflower Studio

SHEL-BEE FESTIVAL

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City of Shelby

Teen Defensive Driving Program

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

POOL OPENS

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City of Shelby

Teen Book Club at 3rd Cup Tea

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3RD CUP TEA

Live Music: Tom’s Kitchen Table

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The Vault Wine Bar

Live Music: Evie Schaffer

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The Phoenix Brewing Company

Teen Defensive Driving Program

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

Summer Classes Begin

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Richland Academy of the Arts

The Great Summer Check-In Challenge June 1 – August 31

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

2026 Summer Science Camp

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

News Man Weekly: LIVE show at Relax, It’s Just Coffee

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Relax, It's Just Coffee

Public Animal Feeding Day

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Richland County Park District

Mansfield Men’s Garden Club Speaker Series

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Mansfield Men’s Garden Club Speaker Series

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Tai Chi in the Gardens

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Mobility Steps

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City of Shelby

Oaks & Acorns

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Richland County Park District

Storytime Series

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Wellness Walk

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Moonlight Kayak at Charles Mill

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Dichroic Glass Pendant Workshop

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City Of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department

Live Music: Kevin Sutton

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The Vault Wine Bar

MYSTERY WEEKEND – WHERE ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

O’Reilly Auto Parts Four Hours of Mid-Ohio (IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge)

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

First Friday Shop Hop

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Downtown Mansfield, Inc.

The Real Blue Limestone Project live music

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Hickory Vines Winery & Venue

Live Music: 732 Electric Duo

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The Vault Wine Bar

Häxan: A Witchcraft Musical

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Theatre 166

Live Music: Jevan Cole

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The Phoenix Brewing Company

SHELBY FARMERS MARKET

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City of Shelby

Mineral Show

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Barn Dance – Malabar Farm

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Malabar Farm State Park

Breweries, Wineries and Wine Bars

Mansfield-Richland County has the quiet simplicity of a small town with the event happenings of larger city destinations. Whether you call Mansfield home or a getaway destination, there’s always a chance to go out and have some fun.  If you’re looking for a fun night out on the town, we have countless breweries, wineries, and wine bars along our Wine & Ale Trail that feature live music, game nights, “taproom trivia,” and more. Check out events happening at The Phoenix Brewing Company, 1285 Winery, The Vault Wine Bar and more if your ideal weekend involves a tall glass and good friends.

Wine & Ale Trail

Outdoor Events Around Mansfield-Richland County

If you love the outdoors, look no further. Mansfield has a vast array of opportunities to explore the outdoors from self-guided hiking to educational experiences. Whether you’re interested in exploring workshops at Kingwood Center Gardens, hiking events at Malabar Farm State Park, nature programs at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary, or a kayak class on one of the lakes in our area, you can find out all of the outdoor events available right here.

Live Performances and Art Exhibits

There’s no shortage of artistic talent here in our area. If you’re looking for a chance to witness the arts, you can find performances happening at The Renaissance Theatre, the Mansfield Playhouse, or the smaller and more intimate Theatre 166. If you’re interested in experiencing, creating, and appreciating art in its physical form, The Mansfield Art Center is a wonderful place to explore galleries and exhibits. Additionally, if you’d rather immerse yourself fully in the arts, there are plenty of options for hands-on experiences like artist workshops and open mic poetry nights.

Historic Ohio State Reformatory

The Historic Ohio State Reformatory is a staple of Mansfield featuring countless different events for different interests. Whether you’re a Shawshank Redemption fan looking to explore the 15 filming locations, a history buff interested in the happenings of the prison during its lifetime, or a lover of the paranormal looking to hunt ghosts in the cover of nightfall … the Ohio State Reformatory has something for everyone. It’s even the home of the famed summer 3-day tattoo and music festival, Inkcarceration.

Things to Do in Mansfield-Richland County

Mansfield is a diverse community with diverse interests and we are proud to welcome events that suit any and all interests, no matter how niche they may seem. If you have an interest in doing yoga with alpacas … mark your calendar because we’ve got it here. From races at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, to the annual Shawshank Hustle 7k, to enough live, local music to go around, we honestly just love having a good time here in Mansfield, Ohio.

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