Entries Open for 2026 Marion Popcorn Parade
Marion Popcorn Festival
the largest popcorn festival in the world
About the Festival
The Marion Popcorn Festival in downtown Marion, Ohio, is the largest popcorn festival in the world annually attracting crowds in excess of 250,000.
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Entertainment
From national acts on the Main Stage to regional and local talent on the Showcase and Poppin' Party Stages, the Festival offers tons of free entertainment.
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Rides & Ticket Info
Rides open Thursday at 5pm, 1pm Friday, and 1pm Saturday, and run through the close of the festival each night.
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Popcorn Parade
The Popcorn Festival Parade is the place to be as thousands gather to watch one of the area's largest parades wind through downtown Marion.
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Recent News
Three Days of Live Music Headlined by Queensrÿche and Cassadee Pope at 45th Annual Popcorn Festival
The Marion Popcorn Festival, celebrating its 45th year as one of Ohio’s premier community festivals, today announced the full main stage entertainment lineup for its three-day run on Thursday, September 10, Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12, 2026, in downtown Marion, Ohio. This year’s lineup blends beloved local and regional acts with nationally touring headliners, delivering something for every music fan across the festival’s three nights.
“The Marion Popcorn Festival has always been about bringing the community together for great food, family fun, and unforgettable entertainment,” festival organizers said. “This year’s main stage lineup is one of our strongest yet, featuring incredible local talent alongside two nationally recognized headline acts.”
[Read More…]Local Artists Sought for MOFAS POPFEST Art Show
MOFAS 2026 POPFEST ART SHOW is a juried fine art competition held at Kin & Kilt, 130 South Prospect Street in Marion, on September 10, 11 & 12, 2026.
The entry fee is $10/piece with a limit of four pieces per artist. Members of MOFAS may submit up to six pieces per artist.
Original work in all media is acceptable. All work will be judged by a panel of experts.
[Read More…]Win a 2026 Epic E40 FC Lithium Golf Cart
For the 2026 Marion Popcorn Festival, join our raffle for a chance to win a new Win a 2026 Epic E40 FC Lithium Golf Cart from The Golf Cart Guy.
$20 for 1 Ticket OR $100 for 6 Tickets
Drawing will be held across from the Information Trailer on September 12, 2026 at 11:00pm.
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Marion Popcorn Festival Sponsors
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