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Harvest Happenings, Dairy Barn Emporium & Apple Festival
Three events in one weekend at the Van Wert fairgrounds: crafts, food vendors, apples, cider and sweets, free to get in.
WHO Everyone
WhenFri Oct 16 – Sat Oct 17, 2026 · Fri Oct 16 10 AM–8 PM; Sat Oct 17 9 AM–4 PM
WhereVan Wert County Fairgrounds, 1055 S. Washington St. (Van Wert County)
CostFree
Haunted Illusions
David Caserta’s Haunted Illusions brings family magic and comedy illusions to the Niswonger stage.
WHO Family
WhenSat Oct 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM (doors 6:00 PM)
WhereNiswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 State Route 118, Van Wert (Van Wert County)
Cost$31.20–$66.20
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac — The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood, plays the Niswonger.
WHO Everyone
WhenSat Oct 24, 2026 · 7:30 PM (doors 6:30 PM)
WhereNiswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 State Route 118, Van Wert (Van Wert County)
Cost$34–$64
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Ashley McBryde with opening act Tami Neilson
Grand Ole Opry member Ashley McBryde plays the Niswonger, with Tami Neilson opening.
WHO Everyone
WhenThu Nov 5, 2026 · 8:00 PM (doors 7:00 PM)
WhereNiswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 State Route 118, Van Wert (Van Wert County)
Cost$40.40–$100.40
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Darci Lynne & Friends — The Growing Pains Tour
Darci Lynne & Friends bring the Growing Pains ventriloquist variety tour to the Niswonger.
WHO Family
WhenSun Nov 15. doors 5:30 PM; show 6:30 PM · 2026
WhereNiswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 State Route 118 South, Van Wert (Van Wert County)
Cost$35.20–VIP $100.20