Marion County Fairgrounds & Veterans Memorial Coliseum

Marion County Fairgrounds offers year-round entertainment! Celebrate the 176th Marion County Fair, which takes place annually during the first week of July. Be sure to enjoy the spectacular fireworks display on July 4th. In December, the fairgrounds transform into a winter wonderland featuring a magnificent drive-thru light display.

New in 2026: Area Football! You can catch the Ohio Legends’ home games at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum, which has an 1,800-seat grandstand.

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Located at the Marion County Fairgrounds, the Veterans Memorial Coliseum is a versatile venue for concerts, sporting events, conventions, trade shows, meetings, and community gatherings in Marion. The heated facility features more than 16,000 square feet of event space, seating for up to 3,200 guests, locker rooms, meeting space, and convenient on-site amenities, making it ideal for events of all sizes.

In addition to the Coliseum, the fairgrounds offer a variety of smaller rental spaces, including Evers Arena, the Coliseum Annex, picnic shelters, barns, and camping hook-ups. Equipment rentals such as tables, chairs, bleachers, and staging are also available, providing flexible and affordable options for everything from private gatherings to large community events.