🍂September Happenings at the Wayne County Fairgrounds

September 3rd – 6th: United Kennel Club | Autumn Oaks
Location: Wayne County Fairgrounds

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.

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.

September 9th: Smart Futures Dinner | Boys & Girls Club of Wayne County
Location: First Bank Expo Hall

This signature event celebrates exceptional people who have inspired others to strive for smart futures.

Honoree: Tim Scales

Featured Speaker: CiCi Bellis

Email Jennifer Feaster at j[email protected] for sponsorship & more information.

September 12th – 13th: The Great Pages Circus
Location: First Bank Kuhlman Center

Richmond, IN – Mark your calendars because The Great Pages Circus is rolling into town and you won’t want to miss this action-packed spectacle!

Skip the line & grab your tickets online now!  pagescircus.com

Turn family fun into a tradition! With jaw-dropping aerial acts, hilarious clowns, and incredible juggling feats, there’s something for everyone. Don’t forget the four-legged stars: liberty ponies, majestic horses, and camels! And if you’re craving edge-of-your-seat excitement, the famous Pages Globe of Death might just rev up the adrenaline with some high-speed motorcycle madness!

Showtimes:
Sat, September 12 | 3:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Sun, September 13 | 2:00 PM

Kids (12 & Under): 2 FREE with every paid adult!

Secure your spot here: pagescircus.com

September 14th: Paradigm Excavator Damage Prevention & Pipeline Safety Program
Location: First Bank Expo Hall

This program requires registration. Please follow the links below to secure your spot or learn more.

September 17th: LifeStream | Healthy Aging Expo
Location: First Bank Kuhlman Center

JOIN US THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FOR EXPOFEST!

Expofest, a combination of our Healthy Aging Expo and Fall Festival, 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.

10am – 1pm · Doors open: 10AM

September 17th – 19th: Just Between Friends | Fall Sale
Location: First Bank Expo Hall

Join Just Between Friends for their annual Fall Sale!
Find all sale day details by clicking the button below:

September 19th: Indiana Hunter Education
Location: Exhibit Building

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.

September 19th: September Fest
Location: Wayne County Fairgrounds | West Lot

SEPTEMBER FEST 2026 IS BACK! 

Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual September Fest in Richmond! Join us on Saturday, September 19th from 10 AM – 5 PM at the Wayne County Fairgrounds (861 Salisbury Road) in the open field directly across from the main entrance… you can’t miss us!

FREE ADMISSION

FREE Bounce House for the kids. Music all day. Karaoke. Tons of amazing local vendors. Delicious food trucks. Fun for the whole family!

Come spend the day with us, support local businesses, and enjoy everything our community has to offer!

Wayne County Fairgrounds861 Salisbury Road, Richmond, IN Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

September 20th: Indiana Vintage Market
Location: First Bank Kuhlman Center

Indiana Vintage Market is coming back to Richmond!

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!

September 24th – 26th: The Indiana Quilt Show
Location: Wayne County Fairgrounds

We love the art of quilting and we strive to put on shows that are affordable and convenient for our shoppers. We believe that you shouldn’t have to spend a lot to enjoy them.

Our shows all start with one principal- it shouldn’t cost you a thing to get in the door!

All our shows feature free admission and free parking!

Once you’re inside, the free events continue with free raffles and free lectures. Our vendor malls are carefully curated to bring together a wide variety of items from national vendors. We bring in industry renowned teachers and offer affordable and fun classes daily. Our quilt exhibits showcase everything from antique to modern.

From beginners to experienced quilters, there’s something for everyone!

Our locations are picked with travel in mind- come for the quilt show and make it a fun trip along the way.

September 30th – October 1st: Career Exploration Fair
Location: First Bank Expo Hall & Kuhlman Center

The Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce our annual Career Exploration Fair, will  include sophomores and juniors from all Wayne County high schools!
This year’s event will be held over two days—September 30th and October 1st 2026, with each day tailored to different student groups.