Events

Do you think you have what it takes to survive Freddy's Pizzeria? Find clues, solve puzzles, and race the clock before the doors close and you're trapped. This program is for kids ages 13-18. Registration will be taken at the door on the day of the program, starting at 4:45 pm. There will be 3 […]

Celebrate the season and show off your Halloween costumes! Join us for trick-or-treating & free activities, games, treats for the family & costume parade. BYO treat bag.   RSVP Today: marionprep.org/events

Central Blues Company comes back to Shovel City Drinkery!! These guys put on one heck of a show. We are talking Blues Rock at its finest. Out front will be everyone's favorite Gyro Truck Pitabilities. Food Truck starts at 5pm and music at 7p.

Each ticket includes 6 bingo card, light food and delicious apple cider. We have great prizes for the bingo winners and exciting items to bid on for our silent auction. There is limited space so don't wait to get your tickets!

The 8th annual Crafts for a Cure for Alzheimer's will take place on Saturday, October 5th from 9am-3pm. The craft and vendor fair will be held at 2730 Harding Highway W. in Marion, Ohio.Come join us and check out the more than 50 local vendors with goods ranging from hand-crafted items, to baked goods, direct […]

Come and visit our Red Trucks today! Our food truck of the day will be the Chick-fil-A truck, serving from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. You can enjoy your food here or take it to go. In addition, we will be hosting the Pleasant Township Fire Department, who will be bringing their fire engines, EMS, […]

This is a nationwide initiative for law enforcement to unite the community through our faith-based organizations. Everyone is invited to join us at Founders Park downtown for food, music, games, and more!

Come celebrate our 35th anniversary with us at a ribbon-cutting and open house on October 9th at Kingston Residence of Marion! The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce will kick off the event with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 PM. Following this, join us for an open house and enjoy some refreshments from 4:40 to 5:30 […]

Join us for a night of kickball fun with local celebrities and Special Olympics athletes.

Join us on Friday, October 11th, 2024, for Jazz Night at Shovel City Drinkery. The band leader, Paul Stawser, will be performing along with a surprise guest. The popular food truck, Tortilla Street Food, will be serving everyone's favorite Mexican dishes starting at 5 pm. The Paul Stawser Trio will take the stage at 7 […]

Experience the unforgettable energy of McGuffey Lane live at the Marion Palace Theatre, where their signature blend of country rock brings timeless hits and soulful melodies to the stage. This concert promises an evening of powerful performances and captivating music that resonates with fans across generations. Join us for a night where every chord and […]

Come and meet the Marion Township Firefighters! Join us for demonstrations, food, and kids' activities!

What is your favorite type of apple and why? Are you aware of the new varieties available in the market? Head to the pavilion and participate in the taste test to experience the difference. We will also help you in choosing the best apples for your next baking project.  Food Truck- Wagner's Pork Concessions

THE FIRST EVER KIDS + CARS SHOW Max Aiir by Infinite Inflatables is SUPER excited to host the first ever Kids + Cars Show with a Trunk or Treat twist!! Bring the family and join us at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum + Fairgrounds for some FREE FAMILY FUN!!We will have our FUN ZONE set up for the kiddos, […]

Join us for an afternoon of fun and color blasting! All ages are welcome to participate. We will have a shorter two-mile course for the younger ones, and a full 5k course for the more experienced runners. It's going to be a blast! Register by the deadline to receive a free t-shirt.

The public is invited to attend this free event. FBI Special Agent Jacob Hollister will be at Kingston Residence of Marion on Tuesday, October 15 at 1:30 pm to speak about Elder/Senior Fraud. Each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to some financial fraud/scams. With the elderly population growing and seniors racking up more […]

Come learn about some of our slithery friends who call the trail home.

You are invited to this free presentation by former US Treasurer Mary Ellen Withrow and retired Marion school teacher and historian Jan Augenstein. Tea and treats by Booming Blessings Tea and Treasures are provided at 3:30 p.m. and the presentation begins at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 16.

The BookMarks of the Marion Public Library present: A fundraiser event featuring bestselling author Jane Smiley. Friday, October 18, 2024 @ Marion Public Library Tickets go on sale for BookMarks members August 26 and the general public September 3. 6:00 pm: Social Hour Mingle with the author before the main presentation while you enjoy heavy […]

Join us on Oct 19th for the 10th Annual Miles for Marion 5K! This is a fun-filled race throughout downtown Marion outfitted in your BEST Halloween getup! Race begins at 9am, and pre-registration starts at 8am at the Rec Center 240 W Church Street, parking is available in the lot. Sign up using the ticket […]

Dayspring Youth will be hosting their 4th Annual Craft Show on October 19, 2024 from 9am-2pm. Proceeds earned from this craft show go towards developing programs designed to draw our youth closer to Christ and provide scholarships for youth to attend events like retreats, NTS church camp, and mission trips. In addition to the craft […]

Join Dayspring Wesleyan Church for their annual Trunk-or-Treat celebration!  Come in your best costume and load up on lots of sugary goodies as you go from trunk to trunk admiring all the themes!

Please plan to attend! Marion Music Club Sunday, October 20, at 3:00 PM Location: Prospect Street United Methodist Church Event: "Celebrating Diversity in Music and Art"

Join us for a thrilling murder mystery night at Bowstring Bar & Grill! Get ready to have a blast with your friends as you work together to crack the case. Live actors will be performing live at the venue.   Tickets will be sold exclusively at the bar starting Tuesday, October 8th. Be quick, as […]

Create an adventure with us every Monday in November from 3:30-4:30! Kids, ages 8-13, bring your adventurous ideas to life by working together to come up with a story! Each session will consist of 45 minutes dedicated to collaborative story writing, led by kids and guided by Madison and Trextyn. When the story is complete, […]

Join us for a fall hike and explore the beauty of the season!

Swing out to Tri-Rivers for an amazing evening of family fun and resources for students of all ages! This event is open to Marion, Morrow, and Union counties. There will be FREE food and FREE candy! When you arrive, please park on the west side of the building. (It's the side opposite Menards.) From there, […]

Join us on Thursday mornings at 10 am or 11 am for a half-hour program. We'll have songs, rhymes, activities, and stories that will be geared toward preschool age and younger and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome to participate when the room allows! We'll guide caregivers and kids through activities to build a love of […]

Learn about some of our arachnid friend that call Marion home.

Celebrate EHS seniors on Friday, October 25! Purchase a specialty cookie for your Senior or simply enjoy the goodness of CRUMBL cookies yourself.  No matter how the cookie "CRUMBLs" it's a tasty treat when the CRUMBL Cookie Food Truck shows up! CRUMBL food truck will be onsite from 4-9pm.

Get Ready for an Epic Halloween Night Out! Looking for an unforgettable night out this Halloween season? Join us for Fright Night: A Halloween Rock & Comedy Spooktacular on October 25 at The Brickyard on Main! Brace yourself for a night packed with outrageous, irreverent comedy, spooky digital shorts, mesmerizing musical numbers, and iconic rock […]

Join Lawrence Orchards for the annual Harvest Saturday where we will be making apple butter and horseradish. The fire will be lit under the big copper kettle early in the morning and filled with apples, cider, sugar, and cinnamon. Continuous stirring will take place until we complete the canning process. The apple butter will be […]

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2O24 AT 11:30 AM Join us for a spooktacular time at the Monster Mash! This free family-friendly event will be held in conjunction with downtown Marion's Monster March. Kids can enjoy exciting game stations with plenty of goodies to win. Delicious hotdogs, popcorn, and drinks will be available for purchase (hotdogs are […]

Join us for a kid-friendly Trick or Treat throughout Downtown Marion! Starting at 12pm and ending at 2pm!

Presented by your locally-owned, veteran-owned Ashley Stores in Central Ohio.Join us for a FREE family-friendly event celebrating Veterans & Active Military and their families in this festive, interactive event at the Veteran's Memorial Coliseum & Marion County Fairgrounds! FoodMusicGamesHUGE Prize Drawings for Veterans & Active Military Admission if FREE

Grab your best costume and head to the trail!

Join us for our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat with Bounce House fun from Max Aiir at The Woods 1775 Marion Waldo Rd from 4-6pm!

Trunk or Treat Fundraiser at The Woods Park & Pavilion! Bring your family, friends, and furry companions for an evening of Halloween fun, all while supporting a great cause. Event Highlights: Trunk or Treat: Decorate your car and join in the fun! $15 entry fee per participating car. Donation Booth: Help us support Homeless to […]

We’re celebrating our 5th anniversary, and we’d love for you to join us! Stop by for a treat and a special giveaway. Plus, check out our new Christmas items! The store will be beautifully decorated for the holidays, too.

What: Make your own Floral bookmarks When: Saturday, November 2nd, 9 am - 11 am Where: The Sweada Mae Art Cafe, 287 W. Center St. Marion, OH Cost: $20 Per person Instructor: Barb Greetham Back by popular demand! Calling all bookworms and crafters! Bring a friend and join us for a fun class led by […]

Ohio Valley Christmas Craft Show and Gift Fair is Sunday, November 3 from 10a-4p at Veterans Memorial Coliseum on the Marion County Fairgrounds. You'll find 1000s of handcrafted items, holiday decorations, wreaths, baskets, jewelry, and one-of-a-kind Christmas crafted items by over 100 vendors and all under one roof. Admission is $1 and parking is free.

EHS Boosters and our Elgin Elementary PTO are joining forces! Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 1-4pm we will be hosting our 1st Comet Community Day! We are excited to have the community in to enjoy craft vendors, carnival games, a bounce house, interactive games, our Elgin Rock Wall, face painting, a scavenger hunt, and a […]