WAYNE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
UPCOMING EVENTS
EXOTIC REPTILES, PLANTS AND AQUATICS EXPO
🐍The exotic reptile, plants and aquatics expo is brought to you by Madhouse Serpents and Supplies.
💵Admission is only $5 for 12 and over and under 12 is free.
📅Date: Sunday, August 9th, 2026
🕰️Time: 10AM - 4PM
UKC AUTUMN OAKS 2026
About Autumn Oaks
The Event Where History Is Made
Founded in 1960 in the Midwest, Autumn Oaks is the granddaddy of all UKC events. The UKC National Grand Champions of the seven UKC recognized breeds are named at this annual hunt.
Autumn Oaks brings together the outstanding coonhounds from the United States and Canada to participate in a Nite Hunt and Bench Show. This prestigious event is held over Labor Day weekend each year. The location of Autumn Oaks is carefully selected on the basis of a club or clubs that can supply qualified guides, good hunting territory, and a fairground that has camping facilities, barns and meeting rooms to accommodate the thousands who attend. Autumn Oaks is a family affair and an event where old friends become reacquainted and new ones are made.
Autumn Oaks is a one-night hunt run off in two nights.
SMART FUTURES DINNER - BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WAYNE COUNT
Smart Futures Dinner: September 9, 2026
Our signature event celebrates exceptional people who have inspired others to strive for smart futures.
Ticket information coming soon.
Honoree: Tim Scales
Featured Speaker: CiCi Bellis
Email Jennifer Feaster at jfeaster@bgcrichmond.org for sponsorship & more information.
THE GREAT PAGES CIRCUS
The Great Pages Circus is coming back to Richmond!
More information coming soon!
LIFESTREAM - HEALTHY AGING EXPO
UPDATES FOR THE 2026 HEALTHY AGING EXPO COMING SOON!
The annual Healthy Aging Expo is a free event for the community to learn more about programs, services, and activities available to older adults in the Wayne County area and beyond.
This event is in partnership with The Leland Legacy and Brewer Broadcasting.
INDIANA VINTAGE MARKET
Indiana Vintage Market is coming back to Richmond!
Indiana Vintage Market Richmond will be taking place on Sunday, September 20th at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond, IN!
Come shop with over 25 vendors selling mostly vintage clothing along with other vintage items!
Tickets are $5 for General Admission, $10 online pre-sale/$15 at the door for Early Bird, and kids under 12 are free. Early Bird admission grants you access at 11 AM, 1 hour before general admission. General Admission can be purchased online or at the door for $5.
Follow us on Instagram @indianavintagemarket for more info!
THE MIDWEST COLLECT
ROUND 2 OF THE MIDWEST COLLECT IS HERE!
Mark your calendars for October 3 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond, Indiana!
We’re bringing you a full day of fun with:
- Shopping vendors
- Delicious food trucks
- An action-packed rodeo featuring thrilling trick acts
- Live music to follow the rodeo
Grab your friends, bring the whole family, and come spend the day with us! Whether you’re coming to shop, eat, cheer on the rodeo, or dance the night away, there’s something for everyone.
We can’t wait to see you at the Midwest Collect—it’s going to be bigger and better than ever!
EAST CENTRAL INDIANA - OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK
You can find more details about the East Central Indiana Out of the Darkness Walk at afsp.org/richmondin and register
Date: Saturday, October 10th 2026
Location: Wayne County Fairgrounds | Richmond, IN
861 Salisbury Rd, Richmond, IN 47374
Registration and Community Activations: 10 AM EST
Opening Ceremony & Honor Bead Ceremony: 11 AM EST
Walk follows the ceremony
For more information, please contact:
Contact Name: Cortney Baudendistel and Jess Przybysz
Contact Email: ecentralafsp25@gmail.com
Funds raised for AFSP support lifesaving research, advocacy, education, and programs that give hope and help prevent suicide in our communities.
** As the walk date approaches, the East Central Indiana Walk Page (afsp.org/richmondin) will be updated with more details.
When you walk in the Out of the Darkness Walks, you join with hundreds of thousands of people to raise awareness and funds that allow the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to invest in new research, create educational programs based in current science, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss.
The Indiana Chapter won the prized Richard E. Kirkoff Overall Chapter of the Year Award (out of 74 AFSP Chapters) for the first time at our 2023 annual AFSP Chapter Leadership Conference.
The Indiana Chapter won Chapter of the Year Mid-size Market for our work in 2024 and 2025.
Why We Walk:
Every year suicide claims more lives than war, murder, and natural disasters combined, and yet suicide prevention doesn't get the attention and funding given to other leading causes of death. It's up to Walkers like us to make Mental Health a priority in Indiana.
#AFSPIndiana works year round to change the way our communities, schools, churches, professionals, family and friends talk and think about mental illness and suicide.
For more information about AFSP, Indiana Chapter activities or to learn how YOU can get involved in this movement, contact the Indiana Chapter of AFSP at afsp.org/indiana or Indiana@afsp.org.
KIWANIS CLUBS OF RICHMOND - BIG BAND SATURDAY NIGHT 5
🎷 Big Band Saturday Night 5🎶
A Swingin’ Night for a Great Cause!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and community spirit at Big Band Saturday Night 5, a fundraiser for Riley Children’s Hospital—presented by the Kiwanis Club of Richmond, Indiana.
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
First Bank Kuhlman Center,
Wayne County Fairgrounds
861 Salisbury Rd Richmond, IN
🕗 Doors open at 6:30 PM 🎺
Featuring the sensational Richmond Jazz Orchestra, this event promises high-energy big band hits that will get you on your feet and swinging on our huge dance floor! 🎟️ Tickets: $30.00
Includes:
🍰 Cake & snacks
🍹 Cash bar available
💃 Plenty of room to dance the night away! All proceeds go directly to support the life-saving work at Riley Children’s Hospital. Costumes welcome, bring your dancing shoes, and support a cause that truly matters.
Grab your tickets early !!!!
CENTRAL INDIANA GUN SHOW
LOCATION: First Bank Kuhlman Center
EVENT TIMES:
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 9am-3pm
TICKETS
$6 Admission per day/ Kids 12 & Under are Free
18 & Under must be accompanied by an adult.
FREE Parking
Food available - offering breakfast and lunch.
ALL State and Federal Laws apply.
NO LOADED FIREARMS IN THE BUILDING
VENDORS:
8' Tables are $45 each
Electricity Included.
All vendors are required to stay both days of the show.
6TH ANNUAL MIDWEST TRUCK NATIONALS
ALL GM TRUCKS
Join us for the 11th Annual Square Body Gathering and 6th Annual Midwest Truck Nationals in Richmond, Indiana on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2026!
Cost:
TRUCKS: $20/truck
SPECTATORS: $10/vehicle
**This ONE-TIME admission charge gets you into the event all weekend. We will give you an armband or dash card at the gate.
We plan on making this a full two-day event with a cruise thru town (Friday at 6:30PM), swap meet area (all weekend), food trucks (all weekend), vendor show (all weekend), RC truck events (all weekend), and awards (3PM on Saturday). Camping will be available again and we will have security on the grounds during the event.
More details on the event tab!! Find us on Facebook or check the events tab for more detailed information.
No dogs, no alcohol, and no golf carts (unless you are STAFF or have a Handicap placard).
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
-Merchants Bank of Indiana
-Elleman Electrical Maintenance, LLC
-Bowling Kustoms
-The Modern Blacksmith
-A-Plus Signs
Find the Events on Facebook:
@MidwestTruckNationals
@SquareBodyFarmGathering
We are not responsible for any accidents or injuries during the event.
67TH ANNUAL NATIONAL TRAPPERS ASSOCIATION CONVENTION
67th Annual National Trappers Association Convention
Gates open daily at 7AM and close at 5PM.
No entry will be permitted after 5PM.
Vendor building hours are 8AM - 5PM daily.
Admission
$15 for Entire Show
16 & Under - Free Admission
Veterans and 1st Responders Free Admission on Saturday courtesy of Ohio State Trappers Association.
Camping
Camping is $40/night with hook-ups, $25/night primitive.
Tailgaters
Tailgating spots are $105.00 per 20x30 spot. Spots are 1st come 1st choice.
Convention Info
For more information or vendor reservations, contact Bryan Nelson at advantagewildlifesolutions@yahoo.com or call 540-435-4849.
CENTRAL INDIANA GUN SHOW
LOCATION: First Bank Kuhlman Center
EVENT TIMES:
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 9am-3pm
TICKETS
$6 Admission per day/ Kids 12 & Under are Free
18 & Under must be accompanied by an adult.
FREE Parking
Food available - offering breakfast and lunch.
ALL State and Federal Laws apply.
NO LOADED FIREARMS IN THE BUILDING
VENDORS:
8' Tables are $45 each
Electricity Included.
All vendors are required to stay both days of the show.
CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF JULY 4TH
The Wayne County Fairgrounds will be closed July 3rd in observance of July 4th.
Wishing you a safe and joyous independence day!
CLOSED TO CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH
CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH
To honor and celebrate Juneteenth, we are closed on June 19th.
We will reopen on June 22nd at 8AM.
Wishing everyone a joyful and reflective Freedom Day!
EXOTIC REPTILES, PLANTS AND AQUATICS EXPO
🐍The exotic reptile, plants and aquatics expo is brought to you by Madhouse Serpents and Supplies.
💵Admission is only $5 for 12 and over and under 12 is free.
📅Date: Sunday, June 7th, 2026
🕰️Time: 10AM - 4PM
2ND ANNUAL SMALL BUSINESS SUMMER EXPO
2nd Annual Small Business Vendor Expo
Hosted by Katrina’s Collective
Join us for a fun-filled day supporting local businesses and the community!
June 6th
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
FREE Admission for Everyone!
Bring the whole family out for a day of shopping, entertainment, and connection! Browse a wide variety of amazing local vendors offering unique products, handmade goods, boutique finds, and more.
Family-Friendly Fun Includes:
FREE bounce house for the kids
Fun activities for all ages
Music & great vibes
80+ small business vendors to shop
Come out and support small businesses, discover new favorites, and enjoy a day full of community, creativity, and fun!
Shop Small. Support Local. See You There!
Vendor applications are available here!
Duplicate vendors limited.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSej11FLV1BtQz.../viewform
THE CLASSIC - AMERICAN SOUTHDOWN BREEDERS' ASSOCIATION 2026
Entry Deadlines
05/29 – Regular Pricing Entry Deadline
06/05 – Online Entries Close at Midnight (CDT).
*You are able to edit your entries online up until entries close or you are checked in at the show.
Saturday Judge: Randell Von Krosigk
Sunday Judge: Evan Snyder
CENTRAL INDIANA GUN SHOW
LOCATION: First Bank Expo Hall
EVENT TIMES:
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 9am-3pm
TICKETS
$6 Admission per day/ Kids 12 & Under are Free
18 & Under must be accompanied by an adult.
FREE Parking
ALL State and Federal Laws apply.
NO LOADED FIREARMS IN THE BUILDING
VENDORS:
8' Tables are $45 each
Electricity Included.
All vendors are required to stay both days of the show.
CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY
We will be closed Monday, May 25th 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.
In memory of many, in honor of all.
SEARA'S LEGACY K9 TRIALS & 140 CHALLENGE
REGISTRATION IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!
Join us Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds as we honor the life and sacrifice of K-9 Officer Seara Burton.
The 140 Challenge is open to EVERYONE.
Run it. Walk it. Complete it your way.
•Register by April 19 to guarantee your participant shirt.
•Prices increase on March 29 so don’t wait!
Seara’s Legacy K-9 Trials are open to registered law enforcement K-9 teams only.
•Departments registering multiple canines or needing alternative payment arrangements can email: searaburtonfoundation@gmail.com
The K-9 Trials are FREE for the public to attend and watch!
Register here:
WAYNE COUNTY HORSE AND PONY OPEN SHOW
Mark your calendars! Wayne County Horse and Pony Open Show May 8th, 9th, & 10th.
Our judges for the weekend will be Joy Andrews and Christie Moore.
We will see you there!
EARLY VOTING
In order to accommodate those who are unable to vote throughout the week,
FIRST BANK KUHLMAN CENTER will be open:
SATURDAY, May 2, 2026 - 10:00a to 3:00p
UKC MIDWEST CLASSIC 2026
Spectators are welcome from 9AM - 2PM, Friday - Sunday!
ELIGIBILITY
Dogs must be permanently registered with UKC, have a Temporary Listing (TL) number, or have a Performance Listing (PL)/Limited Privilege (LP) number by the closing date and time to enter the licensed classes. No exceptions will be made. Entries for ineligible dogs will be returned.
An unentered dog may not be substituted for an entered dog.
Dogs must meet the eligibility requirements for the event which they are entering. For requirements, refer to the appropriate event rules and regulations.
EARLY VOTING
Vote Center
Monday through Friday
April 27, 2026 to May 1, 2026
10:00a - 7:00p
RICHMOND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: SIGNATURE EVENT
Start spreading the news, New York is calling
RSO returns with our renowned annual signature event. This years theme is New York, New York, where bright lights, bold style, and thrilling music take center stage. Come with an Empire State of Mind dressed in your favorite New York inspired attire! We want to see your creativity for this night on the town! What are you waiting for? Hail a cab and get to the First Bank Expo Center, New York is calling!
5:30 – Take the Subway to the First Bank Expo Center and step off in Midtown Manhattan.
Hail a cab to Times Square where you will experience an atmosphere with luminous, dazzling views perfect for photo ops!
6:45 – Follow along in your Playbill as Maestro Lopera and the RSO take center stage and Blow Us All Away with a concert of music celebrating New York City’s history and culture, from its theme song by Frank Sinatra to a medley of “West Side Story”
7:45 – Grab a Slice and a Bagel with Schmear
8:30 – Take the Spotlight at the official RSO Macy’s Costume Parade
9:00 – Vocalists of the Indianapolis Opera will lead a musically immersive experience of a Cabaret-style Broadway sing-along
EARLY VOTING
In order to accommodate those who are unable to vote throughout the week,
FIRST BANK KUHLMAN CENTER will be open:
SATURDAY, April 25, 2026 - 10:00a to 3:00p
RESCHEDULED - FIRE/EMS BBQ SMOKE OFF
UPDATE TO FIRE/EMS EVENT
RESCHEDULED TO AUGUST DURING THE SMOKE ON THE WATER CAR SHOW EVENT
We were having some difficulties securing cooks but I truly believe some things come apart so better things can come together! We are excited to work together on this awesome project, which I believe will be so much more beneficial to our mission to support our local EMTs and Fire Departments.
All the plans remain intact, silent auction for Chris Johnston and raffle. Just a new location and date! We are so grateful to our sponsors and cooks for their effort and commitment. Travis and I agree that we want to put those donations to as best of use as possible!
We are welcoming other departments to join the cook-off to be able to raise money for their own departments as well as a small percentage of proceeds from vendors going to the Scotty Adams Scholarship Fund. Both of these things benefit our EMTs and Fire Departments because most of the time, fire departments foot the bill for these courses.
We are so excited to make this event bigger and better than we imagined and help our small local departments and EMS services as much as we can. Thank you for your attention to this matter and we cant wait to see you in August!
Mallory Sparks (765-914-4178) & Travis Ulerick
WAYNE COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HIRING AND INTERN FAIR 2026
The Hiring Fair is intended to give high school seniors with no post-graduate plans the opportunity to meet with Wayne County businesses. Seniors who interview and accept a job offer from a Wayne County business will have a Signing Day.
The Intern Fair is NEW this year, this piece has been added so employers can meet with students to interview them for either an upcoming Summer internship or for the following 2026-27 school year. This group of students will be current, Juniors.
The Public Hiring Fair will be be available from 2:30 to 4:00 pm.
HELP THE ANIMALS SPRING VACCINATION CLINIC
The spring vaccination clinic with HELP The Animals is back again this year.
Bring your good-est dogs and best-est cats for their needed shots!
OLD NORTHWEST TRADE SHOW
Join Four Hearts Trading Company for the Old Northwest Trade Show!
This event features pre 1840’s historical activities, various period vendors, blacksmiths, clothing, gear and more!
For more information contact Steve McFarland 337-764-1994
BRC GLOBAL POPE'S BIRTHDAY BULLY BASH 6
The Birthday Bully bash is now a 2 day event.
Friday will be 2 sanction shows and a fun show doors open at 5pm show at 7pm.
Saturday 5 sanction shows and fun show plus a stack off doors open at 10am show at noon.
INDIANA HUNTER EDUCATION
Indiana Hunter Education
When:
Saturday, April 4, 2026
8:00am - 7:00pm
Indiana Hunter Education Courses will provide instruction in the areas of safe firearm use and handling while hunting, as well as in the home, hunter ethics and responsibility, game identification, and conservation management. Anyone born after December 31, 1986 is required to be certified in Hunter Education before they can purchase a hunting license.
About the Class:
Hunter Education classes are offered by knowledgeable and dedicated volunteer instructors and Indiana Conservation Officers.
The Classroom Course must include a minimum of 10 hours of instruction. Most classes offered are 1 to 3 sessions. In order to be certified, students must attend the entire class including all sessions.
Any students under the age of 16 an adult must be present all day. Please print, filled out and sign the consent form and bring it to class
Bring enough drinks to last the day.
You will be able to leave at around noon for one (1) hour to be able to get lunch. Or bring your lunch. (Some drinks available at class at cost)
Class may run longer than scheduled. Due to how long it may take some students to take the test.
Dress for the weather.
SECOND ANNUAL SPRING FLING VENDOR EXPO
Second Annual Spring Fling Vendor Expo!
Saturday, April 4th, 2026: 10AM - 5PM
Join us for a fun-filled spring shopping experience at the Wayne County Fairgrounds inside the First Bank Expo Hall!
Shop amazing local vendors
- Enjoy all the spring vibes
- Meet the Easter Bunny!
- Photos available for purchase
- All photo proceeds benefit the local animal shelter
Bring the whole family, support small businesses, and give back to a great cause — all in one place!
RICHMOND COIN AND CURRENCY CLUB - COIN SHOW
Join us for the 3rd Richmond Coin & Currency Club Coin Show! Whether you are a new collector or a novice you will love to shop and explore the bourse floor with over 70 tables!
U.S. AND FOREIGN COINS
CURRENCY AND TOKENS
STAMPS & POSTCARDS
GOLD & SILVER BULLION
**$3 ADULT ADMISSION/KIDS FREE & FREE PARKING**
INDIANA VINTAGE MARKET
Indiana Vintage Market is coming to Richmond!
Indiana Vintage Market Richmond will be taking place on Saturday, March 28th at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond, IN!
Come shop with over 25 vendors selling mostly vintage clothing along with other vintage items!
Tickets are $5 for General Admission, $10 online pre-sale/$15 at the door for Early Bird, and kids under 12 are free. Early Bird admission grants you access at 11 AM, 1 hour before general admission. General Admission can be purchased online or at the door for $5.
