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August 2026

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 9 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 10 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 11 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 12 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 13 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 14 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

Richland County Fair

Richland County Fair. August 9-15, 2026. Visit HERE for times and more information.

August 15 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Richland County Fair Map

Richland County Fair • 750 N. Home Rd.
Mansfield, OH 44906

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.

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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