Marion Popcorn Festival 2026

There will be 250,000 people attending and a predicted event spend (USD) of $19,826,403 at the event in 2026.

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Event Insights for Marion Popcorn Festival 2026

  • Predicted Attendance

    250,000
  • Predicted Event Spend (USD)

    $19,826,403

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Event Details

Description

The Marion Popcorn Festival is the world’s largest popcorn festival. Held annually in downtown Marion, Ohio during the first weekend following Labor Day, this free-admission, three-day event attracts thousands of visitors. It features national music headliners, a massive parade, and endless popcorn-themed treats.

Date & Time

Thu, 10 Sep 2026

Sat, 12 Sep 2026

Timezone

-0400 (America/New_York)

Event Category

festivals

Duration

3 days

Frequency

Yearly

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