Major Events

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Marion County Fairgrounds

The Marion County Fairgrounds has events all year long. The fairgrounds along with the coliseum have been host to the Brandy Winfield Poker Run, GOBA bicycle event, ...

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Thursday, July 4th, @ 10 pm

2025 Fireworks

The Fourth of July is during the Marion County Fair and the evening activities end with a spectacular fireworks event starting at 10 P.M. The fireworks can be seen from the grandstand or anywhere on the fairgrounds.

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Ashley's Annual Veteran Celebration -Ohio

Join your local, Veteran-owned Ashley Stores to celebrate our Veterans for their service during this family-friendly FREE event!

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Starting the weekend after Thanksgiving

Christmas by Candlelight

Drive-thru following the road lined with luminaries to see thousands of Christmas lights and displays throughout the Marion County Fairgrounds. We...

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Other Events

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Central Ohio N-Track Show

May 17, 2025
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Lamb Jam

June 07, 2025
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Strawberry Festival

June 14, 2025
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Marion County Fair

June 30 to July 05, 2025
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Show Me Reptiles

July 19 to 20, 2025

Marion Ohio Show Me Reptile Show & Exotic Pet Expo

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