For a complete list of local events, check out Visit Greater Lima
Lima/Allen County, Ohio Convention & Visitors Bureau
Worm Moon at Kendrick Woods
- March 4, 2026
- 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Across time, people all over the world have utilized the moon to track the seasons. Giving each full moon a special name was one way to honor nature’s signs and traditions. Experience the outdoors under the light of the full moon and learn about the names and folklore associated with March’s full moon. Meet at the Hickory Shelter. Registration is required to participate in this program. Register by March 3 – jampd.com
Now And Then at Encore Theatre
- March 6-8, 2026
- Fri & Sat 8 PM - Sun at 2 PM
Encore Theatre
991 N. Shore Drive, Lima
419-223-8866
amiltellers.org
One night in 1981, just as Jamie is closing the bar where he works, a desperate last minute customer offers him and his girlfriend Abby two thousand dollars to sit and have a drink with him. As the trio swaps stories, Jamie considers the decisions he faes about his musical career and future with Abby. Join us for this heartfelt romantic comedy about the costs of the choices we make, and the people who make them with us.
Lima Noon Optimist Home Show
- March 13, 2026 - March 15, 2026
- Fri 4-9 PM, Sat 10-8 PM, Sun 12-5 PM
2750 Harding HighwayLima, OH 45804
Price: $2 Donation for 12 Years & Older
March 13, 14, and 15th! Join us for our annual home show at the Allen County Fairgrounds! A wide variety of businesses and organizations will be displaying information. Sponsored by the Lima Noon Optimist Club. Proceeds help fund youth activities and Safety City.
Lima Irish Parade 2026
- March 14, 2026
- 12 - 1 PM
Downtown Lima, Ohio
Get your green on and celebrate spring! Parade starts at 12:00 noon at Robb Ave. near St. Gerard’s and will travel south on Main Street to the Town Square. Participants must pre-register their parade units. Anyone interested in participating, please call Kim Finn 419-860-0072 or Kelly Stolly 419-905-6652 or Darby Bourke 419-302-8089. Slainte!
Daddy Daughter Dance at the HEC
- March 15, 2026
- 7 - 8:30 PM
9520 Harrod Road
Harrod, OH 45850
Daddy-Daughter Dance! Join us for a magical evening of dancing, fun activities, and sweet treats at the Daddy-Daughter Dance at Harrod Event Center! This event is for daughters and their special father figure—whether it’s a dad, uncle, grandfather, or any other important male role model! Let’s celebrate these precious bonds with music, laughter, and lots of dancing! Don’t miss out on this special event — grab your dancing shoes and come make some unforgettable moments together!
Easter Bunny at Lima Mall
- March 20, 2026
- 2 - 7 PM
2400 Elida Road, Lima, OH 45805
Bunny is working hard at decorating eggs and is so egg-cited to be returning to the Lima Mall. The Bunny will be arriving on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 2:00 pm. He will be located in front of Old Navy and will be available for visits through Saturday, April 4, 2026. New this year will be a “dance party” with Bunny every hour on the hour. If you would like to make a reservation for a visit, the below link will take you to the website. Hopp-ing to see everyone for a fun visit.
Bath Arts & Craft Show by Boy Scout Troop 82
- March 21, 2026
- 9 AM - 3 PM
2850 Bible RdLima, OH 45801
Price: $2
This show will have about 100 different vendors! ALL proceeds help send the young men in Boy Scout Troop 82 to camp this summer! We look forward to seeing the community there!
Duke's Birthday Party at McElroy Education Center
- March 25, 2026
- 5 - 6:30 PM
2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH
Come celebrate one of the park’s most charismatic employees – Duke the sulcata tortoise! Duke is an education animal who has worked with many of the citizens of Allen County helping us teach people about reptiles. There will be tortoise trivia, crafts, and even cake! Duke will be roaming around to accept gentle pats on his shell and happy birthday wishes from his guests. This event is open to all ages. Register by Mar. 23 by calling 419-221-1232.
IHeart Radio Easter Egg Hunt
- March 28, 2026
- Gates Open 11 AM - First Hunt 12 PM
1 Spartan Way, Lima, OH 45801
The iHeart Radio Easter Egg Hunt is at Spartan Stadium. Candy and over 20,000 prize filled eggs! Three different age categories for hunting (5 and younger, 6-9 yr old, 10-12 yr old).
The Music Man Musical at Lima Civic Center
- March 31, 2026
- 7:30 PM
#7 Town Square, Lima, OH 45801
limaciviccenter.com
There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef.
