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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Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Nature Journaling

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Malabar Farm

Waffles, Wigs & Wine

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Wishmaker House Bed and Breakfast

Richland Early American Center for History Open Weekend

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Richland Early American Center for History

Voices Out of the Dark

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The 101 Tea Company

Duo side effects live !

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Hickory Vines Winery & Venue

Mansfield Speedway’s Trackside Throwdown 🪕

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Mansfield Speedway

Live Music: Crying Out Loud

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The Vault Wine Bar

Live Pro Wrestling: ASWA Summertime Bruise 2026!

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American States Wrestling Alliance LLC

Public Ghost Hunt 7pm – 3am

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Historic Ohio State Reformatory

Russell Dickerson LIVE at the Mansfield Speedway

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Mansfield Speedway

Guys and Dolls

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Renaissance Theatre

Live Music: Not 1/2 Bad

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The Phoenix Brewing Company

Ragged Glory returns to The Mothership

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The Mothership

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

SOLD OUT – Double Up Day – Teen Defensive Driving

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Richland County Fair

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Richland Soil and Water Conservation District

Pleasant Hill Poker Paddle

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Poker Paddle

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Guys and Dolls

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Renaissance Theatre

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

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

Red Barn 2026

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Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc.

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Tumble Thru Summer August 10, 12 & 14

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YMCA of North Central Ohio

Cookbook Club MPR

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Marvin Memorial Library

Harness Racing

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Karaoke Night!

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The Vault Wine Bar

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Kingwood Walks

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Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc.

Public Animal Feeding Day

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Richland County Park District

Public animal feeding day

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Richland County Park District

Chef’s Choice Dinner Special

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The Vault Wine Bar

Book Bingo MPR

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Marvin Memorial Library

Mansfield Speedway Presents Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Special 🏁

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Mansfield Speedway

Tai Chi in the Gardens

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Trivia Night

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Pump and Grind Coffee Shop

Wiener Dog Race

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Meteor Shower Kayak at Charles Mill

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Charles Mill Lake Park

Meteor Shower Kayak at Charles Mill

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Pleasant Hill Lake Park

Fair

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Oaks & Acorns

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Richland County Park District

Glass in Flight 2

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Kingwood Center Gardens

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

Cover to Cover Book Club MPR

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Marvin Memorial Library

Sarah Daisy Barker Thomas Historical Marker Dedication

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Downtown Mansfield, Inc.

Elvis on the Patio!

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The Vault Wine Bar

Trivia Night @ The Cove Coffee Shop

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The Cove Coffee Shop

Beginners line dancing

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Hickory Vines Winery & Venue

Rodeo

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Richland County Fairgrounds

Pictures on the Plaza: The Lion King (1994)

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Renaissance Theatre

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

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.

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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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