Events

Van Wert County Events

Discover festivals, fairs, theater, and more events in Van Wert County!

The Peony Festival is what made Van Wert famous, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to events in Van Wert County. Our community boasts many exciting events, like rodeos, community festivals, Van Wert LIVE and more. You’ll want to bookmark this page, so you can always check back to see what weekend events are around the corner. We are constantly updating this page with the latest things to do, so we’ll make sure you never miss the excitement of events in Van Wert County.

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Time: 12:00AM - 12:00AM
Date: Friday, December 1st 2023 - Sunday, December 3rd 2023
Location: Downtown Convoy, Ohio
Convoy Christmas in the Village
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Date: Friday, December 1st 2023 - Friday, December 1st 2023
Location: Hometown Family Practice 1198 Westwood Drive Van Wert, OH 45891

Just in time for the Christmas shopping, a select group of vendors will be set up at Hometown Family Practice for all your wants and needs.

A Christmas Pop-Up
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Friday, December 1st 2023 - Saturday, December 2nd 2023
Location: Van Wert County Fairgrounds 1055 S. Washington St. Van Wert, OH 45891
Live Nativity at the VW Co. Fairgrounds
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Friday, December 1st 2023 - Saturday, December 2nd 2023
Location: Van Wert County Fairgrounds 1055 S. Washington St. Van Wert, OH 45891
LIVE Nativity sponsored by Jennings Road Church of Christ
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 2nd 2023 - Saturday, December 2nd 2023
Location: Rural King 811 Fox Road Van Wert, OH 45891
Paws for a Cause to help the Van Wert Animal Shelter held at Rural King
Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 2nd 2023 - Saturday, December 2nd 2023
Location: YMCA 241 W. Main Street Van Wert, OH 45891
Ladies Day Out planned by the YMCA
Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 2nd 2023 - Saturday, December 2nd 2023
Location: Downtown Van Wert Ohio

20 small businesses and one ticket! Just like the Polar Express, grab your ticket and you too can have each business punch your ticket for a special experience at their shop. Experience the magic of the season.

Downtown Van Wert Polar Express 12/2
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 2nd 2023 - Sunday, December 3rd 2023
Location: Van Wert County Fairgrounds 1055 S. Washington St. Van Wert, OH 45891
Live Nativity at the VW Co. Fairgrounds
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 2nd 2023 - Sunday, December 3rd 2023
Location: Van Wert County Fairgrounds 1055 S. Washington St. Van Wert, OH 45891
LIVE Nativity sponsored by Jennings Road Church of Christ
Time: 2:00PM - 7:00PM
Date: Sunday, December 3rd 2023 - Sunday, December 3rd 2023
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 St. Rt. 118 Van Wert, OH 45891

Two shows in the same day: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Christmas Spectacular on Ice
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Wednesday, December 6th 2023 - Wednesday, December 6th 2023
Location: Laudick's Jewelry 1244 S. Shannon St. Van Wert, OH 45891
Laudick’s Jewelry Ladies’ Night
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Wednesday, December 6th 2023 - Thursday, December 7th 2023
Location: Laudick's Jewelry 1224 S. Shannon Van Wert, OH 45891
Laudick’s Jewelry 5th annual Ladies Night
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Wednesday, December 6th 2023 - Wednesday, December 6th 2023
Location: Smokin' Hot Grills 7940 Old Tile Factory Road Van Wert, OH 45891 419-513-2551

Grab & Go boxes, stocking stuffers, seasonings, accessories, & more for all those on your list.

Mens’ Night Smokin’ Hot Grills w/snacks
Time: 7:00AM - 9:00AM
Date: Saturday, December 9th 2023 - Saturday, December 9th 2023
Location: Wren Restaurant 102 St. Rt. 49 Wren, OH 45899
Wren Restaurant Pictures with Santa
Time: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Date: Saturday, December 9th 2023 - Saturday, December 9th 2023
Location: Deitemeyer Brothers 224 Bonnewitz Avenue Van Wert, OH 45891
Deitemeyer Brothers Build a Toybox
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 9th 2023 - Saturday, December 9th 2023
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 St. Rt. 118 Van Wert, OH 45891
Van Wert LIVE presents Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer the Musical
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Date: Sunday, December 10th 2023 - Sunday, December 10th 2023
Location: Convoy Opera House 111 S. Main St. Convoy, OH 45832
Convoy Christmas Tea held at the Convoy Opera House
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Wednesday, December 13th 2023 - Wednesday, December 13th 2023
Location: Laudick's Jewelry 1244 S. Shannon St. Van Wert, OH 45891
Laudick’s Jewelry Men’s Panic Night
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Date: Wednesday, December 13th 2023 - Thursday, December 21st 2023
Location: Laudick's Jewelry 1224 Shannon St. Van Wert, OH 45891
Laudick’s Jewelry Men’s Panic Night
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Date: Thursday, December 14th 2023 - Thursday, December 14th 2023
Location: Brumback Library 215 W. Main St. Van Wert, OH 45891

America's First! Yes, America's first public library is a beauty for all to see and visit in Van Wert,  Ohio.

Brumback Library Open House
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 16th 2023 - Saturday, December 16th 2023
Location: The Warehouse 105 W. Main Street Van Wert, OH 45891

Last minute Christmas shopping with various vendors all in one place! Visit downtown Van Wert to see all the goodies.

Christmas Market at The Warehouse
Time: 8:00PM - 10:00PM
Date: Saturday, December 16th 2023 - Saturday, December 16th 2023
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 St. Rt. 118 Van Wert, OH 45891
Van Wert LIVE presents Home Free for the Holidays
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Date: Sunday, December 17th 2023 - Sunday, December 17th 2023
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 St. Rt. 118 Van Wert, OH 45891
Van Wert LIVE presents Church Basement Ladies Christmas