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Lima/Allen County, Ohio Convention & Visitors Bureau

Artspace/Lima Spring Show

The juried exhibit features all mediums of work and introduces new exhibiting artists to the public, as well as featuring some well-known artists in our region. The exhibit has a long history of showcasing new art and interpretations by artists from surrounding states. The top pieces selected will be on display at ArtSpace in their four galleries. All exhibits are free and open to the public. For more information on this exhibition or information regarding other ArtSpace/Lima programs, please call Sally Windle at ArtSpace/Lima 419-222-1721.

St. Gerard Festival - 2026

Hours: Friday: 5 p.m. – midnight. Saturday from 12:00 noon – midnight. Sunday from 12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m. Always the first full weekend in June. Three days of rides, games, food and fun for the entire family. Raffles, cake wheel and entertainment! More details on their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582194380662

Happy Daz Cool Car Cruise In

Every Wednesday from May to September for a gathering of area classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles…includes free admission, door prizes, and 50-50 drawings (with proceeds donated to local charities at the season’s end). No registration, no fees, and no judging. Check out their Facebook page if weather is an issue. Contact: Chris Schimpf, 419-230-4505.

June Jam Fest at Greater Lima Region Park & Amphitheater

Free and open to the Public located at the Spring Street Entertainment District from Main to Central Ave., Music – Classic Cars – Food – Beverages and Community FUN! On Friday live entertainment on 3 Stages beginning at 6pm. Spring & Main Archway stage: 6pm – Joson Greshop, 7:30pm – The Chris Canus Band – Michigan’s R&B Powerhouse Trio, 9:30pm – The Sherl Youngblood Band. Grammy award winning Chicago recording artist.  Central District Stage: 7pm Nightfall Band – 80’s Rock cover band. Friday Night Car Show 5 – 9pm with Buckeye Cruisers. Then Saturday at Spring & Main Archway stage: 6pm Rick Robinson – Acoustic classic Rock, 7:30pm – Fire Lake Detroit – An electrifying Tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band, 9:30pm – Shadow of Doubt – Powerful driving Rock and Roll tribute to Tom Petty and Heartbreakers. Central District Stage: Wastin’ Neon – Country Band with a mix of originals and covers. Saturday Night Car Show 5- 9pm with Happy Daz Cool Car Cruisers. More Details at event webpage: https://lfaaevents.com/june-jam-fest