Marion Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

12/11/2024

12/11/2024

Second Saturday in Downtown Marion means a special Pop-Up Shoppe at The Remnant Tea & Coffee, 187 West Center Street. Grab a cup of your favorite Remnant drink and head downstairs for Remnant partners' pop-up displays. Take advantage of these locally made gift options on Saturday, December 14 from 9a-2p.

12/10/2024

This Saturday, December 14, from 1-3pm, head to Marion's independent bookstore, Birch Tree Bookery, for an opportunity to meet Santa, snap a fun photo, and pick up a free children's book (one per child who must be present).

You'll also find great books at discount prices to help with gifts for all the book lovers on your list.

www.visitmarionohio.com/calendar

12/10/2024

Explore Marion County and encounter amazing wildlife like this short-eared owl.

12/10/2024

Friday night, December 13 is packed full of opportunities to experience Marion. We've made a list and hope you'll check it twice for great ways to kick off your weekend in Marion.

Marion Area Transit's Tour of Lights -- City of Marion, Ohio - Love Your City
Christmas by Candlelight -- Marion County Fairgrounds
Snowman Canvas Painting -- The Sweada Mae Art Cafe
Christmas Gala at The Brickyard -- Downtown Marion, Inc.
Karaoke Night -- Kin & Kilt
Love Actually (movie) -- Marion Palace Theatre
Christmas Movie Trivia -- Marion Brewing Co.
Christmas at the Studio Parents' Night Out -- Irey Dance Academy
Fri-Yay Open Stitch -- Stitch & Skein
Jazz Night with the Paul Strawser Quartet -- Shovel City Drinkery

For details, go to the CVB website community calendar: www.visitmarionohio.com/calendar

12/09/2024

This Weekend: Love Actually at the Palace!

The wait is over! Get ready to experience the magic of "Love Actually" on the big screen at the historic Marion Palace Theatre this weekend. Sponsored by Kin & Kilt, this is your perfect holiday outing filled with love, laughter, and holiday spirit.

Showtimes:
- Friday, December 13 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, December 14 at 2:00 PM

Tickets (Available at the Door Only):
- $5 General Admission
- $3 Palace Members (with card)
*Doors open 45 minutes before showtime!

Concessions:
- $3 Soda | Water | Candy
- $2 Popcorn

Whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing it for the first time, "Love Actually" is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming cinematic experience!

12/09/2024

Bundle up for a stroll on the Marion Tallgrass Trail during the evening of the full moon, Thursday, December 12, at 5 p.m.

Marion Tallgrass Trail, 2093 Holland Road West, Marion.

12/08/2024

Today is the final performance of the Marion Palace Theatre's annual production of Christmas at the Palace featuring local talent in various holiday sketches and vocal and dance numbers.

Tickets are available at the door beginning at 1:00 p.m.

The Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center Street.

www.visitmarionohio.com

12/07/2024

Take time this weekend to enjoy the holiday light tours in Marion and across the State of Ohio.

Enjoy neighborhood light displays by jumping on board a City of Marion, Ohio - Love Your City Marion Area Transit bus. Every Friday and Saturday in December, you're invited to join a group by meeting at Marion Transit, 137 South State Street. The cost is free and rides run from 6-8 p.m.

The Marion County Fairgrounds presents holiday light lovers with 47 acres of drive-thru light displays. Open each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-9 p.m. With new light displays added each year, it's sure to be a memory-making experience. The cost is $10/car or a season pass for $35.

Traveling the State and looking to add some holiday lights to your trip? Check out the Ohio Holiday Lights Trail. https://ohio.org/home/seasons/holidays/ohio-holiday-lights-trail

12/07/2024

Don't forget to grab a bite to eat before or after the !

12/06/2024

Christmas Open House!🎄🎅🏻
Saturday December 7th 9-Noon

12/06/2024

Don't miss the festivities and holiday cheer in downtown Marion when the 2024 Peanut Push takes over South Main Street on Saturday, December 7 at 10a.

Some of Marion's most notable will face off to see who wins the 2024 Peanut Push, and we'll learn who has earned the right to be crowned the King & Queen this year.

Watch the fun as we gather near Founders Park on the northeast corner of South Main and West Church Streets.

For more Marion opportunities, www.visitmarionohio.com/calendar.

12/06/2024

It's a holiday weekend packed with opportunity and memory-making in Marion, and you're invited to join us!

www.visitmarionohio.com/calendar

12/06/2024

Headed to Downtown Marion for the ? Come hungry and enjoy a taste of Marion from 8a-noon at Baires Restaurant, 131 S. Main St., 8a-2p at Mike's Deli on Main, 153 S. Main St., or 10a-3p at The Nest by Yellow Finch Creations, 119 W. Huber St., Suite 101.

For more eateries and drinkeries in Marion, www.visitmarionohio.com/dine/

12/06/2024

Include Marion Brewing Co. in your weekend plans!

Head to the taproom for Christmas Movie Trivia each Friday, December 6, 13, and 20, to enjoy some holiday classics and then play along with friends for the nightly trivia. Movies begin at 4pm followed by the second film of the night. After both films, trivia starts at 8pm. Watch the movies or just come for the trivia.

Come play along and enjoy this unique twist on holiday trivia!

Marion Brewing Co., 151 South Main Street, Downtown Marion.

www.visitmarionohio.com/calendar

12/05/2024

Are you excited?!?!? WE ARE!!!

We bring to you the 4th Annual Downtown Marion Secret Santa Shoppe, Sponsored By: Fahey Bank and POET- Marion.

Where kids age 8 and under can come and shop for their loved ones! Moms, Dads, Siblings, Grandparents and even Beloved Pets! In order for each child to be able to walk through one-on-one with their own Elf, we’re asking for parents to sign their children up using the sign-up genius link and reserve a specific 20-minute time slot. Kids will leave the Secret Santa Shoppe with all of their gifts wrapped and ready to be opened Christmas morning…if they can wait!! This gives parents the opportunity to take their children to one place to get all of their Christmas shopping done. Gifts will be priced between $1 – $10. The event is being held on Saturday, December 14th, from 9:00a – 2:00p at MaxAiir Party Rentals & Inflatapark.

Please follow the link below to get signed up today!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0849ACA722ABFF2-52883266-secret

12/05/2024

Craft show shoppers make a note of these Marion opportunities!

Saturday, December 7 from 8a-3p check out the Holly Jolly Craft Show at Liberty Elementary School, 1932 Whetstone River Rd. N., Caledonia. This festive holiday market offers local vendors selling unique gifts, decorations, and delicious treats.

Also planned for this Saturday is the Holiday Craft Show at River Valley High School, 4280 Marion Mount-Gilead Rd., Caledonia. Enjoy free admission, baked goods, home decor, jewelry, and more.

For more information on Marion attractions and merchants, www.visitmarionohio.com.

12/04/2024

You're invited to enjoy a holiday concert at The Ohio State University at Marion campus in Morrill Hall on Tuesday, December 10, at 7pm. The concert is free and open to the public. Bring your family and friends for this concert and carol sing-a-long.

www.visitmarionohio.com/calendar