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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2026 Themed Weekends

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

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

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

Anthesis

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Mansfield Art Center

WEEKDAY ACTIVITIES

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

Summer Concert Series

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Mansfield Art Center

Richland County Fair

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Richland Soil and Water Conservation District

Mansfield Dance, Tumbling & Acrobatics Program Registration August 10-September 8

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

Richland County Fair

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Richland County Park District

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Pleasant Hill Stars & Science Weekend

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Knotty Knitters BAVIN

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Marvin Memorial Library

North End Farmers Market

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NECIC North End Farmers Market

August Ladies Night

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The Little Shops of Shelby

Grilling on the Patio!

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The Vault Wine Bar

Art of Roasting

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Fresh Grounds Coffee

Fused Glass Butterfly Necklace

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Live Music: David Schwan

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The Vault Wine Bar

Richard Matty & Ness Noble LIVE

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What's Up Ohio

The Reading Room BAVIN

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Marvin Memorial Library

Evening Bird Walk

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Richland County Park District

Extra Hours Thursdays

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Kingwood Center Gardens

MMBC Meeting

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Mohican-Malabar Bike Club

Tractor/Truck Pull

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Meteor Shower Kayak at Pleasant Hill

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Meteor Shower Kayak Tour

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Owl Prowl

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Richland County Park District

Charles Mill Program Schedule

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Charles Mill Lake Park

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

OHANA MEANS FAMILY WEEKEND

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Shelby/Mansfield KOA Resort

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Walking Club (Meets in the Lobby)

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Marvin Memorial Library

6pm Tim Sutton live music

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Hickory Vines Winery & Venue

Back To School Bash!

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Buckeye Imagination Museum

RAA End of Summer Music Recital

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Richland Academy of the Arts

Comedian- Jay Harris

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Wishmaker House Bed and Breakfast

Live Music: Jody Odom Jr & Company

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The Vault Wine Bar

Live Music: Clark Twins Band

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The Phoenix Brewing Company

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

2026 YMCA Triathlon and Duathlon

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

Mansfield OH parkrun

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Mansfield OH parkrun

Shawshank Hustle

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City of Mansfield

Shawshank Hustle

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Mid Ohio Race Management

SHELBY FARMERS MARKET

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City of Shelby

Pickers Market

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Pickers Market

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Shawshank Hustle Afterparty 2026

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The Phoenix Brewing Company

Modified Kingwood Hall Tour

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Kingwood Center Gardens

CAMBA Group Ride

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Mohican-Malabar Bike Club

Kingwood Hall Tour

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Mansfield Motocross: VIVA Driven MX Series

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Mansfield Speedway

Demo Derby

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Mansfield Speedway’s GR1DLOCK Import Invasion ⚡️ – Night 1 (18+ Event)

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Mansfield Speedway

Milo

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Wishmaker House Bed and Breakfast

Live Music: Barkdull & Butler

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The Vault Wine Bar

Midwest Comedy Tour Show @ KnoxView Farm Winery (Ticketed)

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Midwest Comedy Tour

Live Music: Jack’s Envy

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The Phoenix Brewing Company

39th Annual T.S.I.A. (Third Saturday in August)

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Renaissance Theatre

McSOBER’S Presents National Artists: YELLOW NO. 5 | SAT, AUG. 15 | 9:00PM | COLDWATER, OH

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Yellow No. 5

Mansfield Motocross: VIVA Driven MX Series

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Mansfield Speedway

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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