Knox County Fair Candy Crawl 2025
Get ready for sweet fun at the Knox County Fair Candy Crawl 2025 on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 3-6 p.m. at the Knox County Fairgrounds, 601 Fairgrounds Road, Mount Vernon. This family-friendly community Trunk or Treat event features a festive afternoon filled with games, food, music, costumes, and plenty of candy for everyone. Kids can show off their Halloween outfits during the costume contest, while families enjoy a safe, fun-filled celebration. Local farms, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate trunks and join the fun by registering online. Hosted by the Knox County Fair, this free community event brings together neighbors for an unforgettable day of fall excitement and family-friendly Halloween spirit.
Foghat: Slow Ride 50th Anniversary Tour
Celebrate rock history as Foghat brings their Slow Ride 50th Anniversary Tour to the Knox Memorial Theater in Mount Vernon on Oct. 25, from 7-10 p.m. Presented by the Mount Vernon Arts Consortium, this electrifying concert marks five decades of the band’s legendary blues-rock sound, featuring hits like “Slow Ride” and “Fool for the City.” Fans can expect high-octane performances, roaring slide guitar, and timeless classics from one of rock’s most enduring groups. With their 2023 chart-topping album Sonic Mojo proving their sound is still as powerful as ever, Foghat continues to unite generations of fans in pure rock ‘n’ roll energy. Experience this unforgettable night as part of the Knox Memorial’s 100th Anniversary Season.
Monday, Oct. 20
Teen MakerSpace Activity: Eyeball Slime and Paint-O-Lantern
WHEN: 3-7 p.m.
WHERE: Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County, 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
Back to School Anti-Bulling Program
WHEN: 5-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: 60 Parrott St., Mount Vernon
PRICE: $0-40
Tuesday, Oct. 21
Safety Council Meeting - Topic: Emergency Pre-plan & Building Layout - Speaker: Josh Lester, Mount Vernon Fire Department
WHEN: Noon-1 p.m.
WHERE: Gallagher Center, 1451 Gambier Road, # 6, Mount Vernon
PRICE: $0-18
Doc Talk: It's all about the HEART
WHEN: 5-6 p.m.
WHERE: Education Resource Room, Knox Medical Center, 1330 Coshocton Ave., Mount Vernon
Plein Air (Paint Outside) Pastels
WHEN: 5-7 p.m.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Book Discussion on The Last Unicorn
WHEN: 7-8 p.m.
WHERE: Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County, 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
Wednesday, Oct. 22
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
WHEN: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Knox Community Hospital Education Resource Center, 1330 Coshocton Ave., Mount Vernon
Thursday, Oct. 23
Ribbon Cutting at Old's Cool Retro Taproom
WHEN: 4:30-10 p.m.
WHERE: 212 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
Brookdale Trick or Treat 2025
WHEN: 5:30-7 p.m.
WHERE: Brookdale Senior Living Center, 1615 Yauger Road, Mount Vernon
Flesh and Blood Tournaments
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Find Familiar Games, 300 Tilden Ave., Suite 2, Mount Vernon
Oak Street Foundation Fundraising Concert
WHEN: 7-8:15 p.m.
WHERE: 205 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
PRICE: $20
Friday, Oct. 24
Jack-O-Latern Jubilee Mount Vernon Community Band/Knox Community Jazz Orchestra
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: The Woodward Opera House, 107 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
Alcove Dinner Theater: Wait Until Dark
WHEN: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge, 116 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
Tommy & Friends Live @ Flappers
WHEN: 9 p.m.
WHERE: Flappers Bar & Grille, 15 W. High St., Mount Vernon
Saturday, Oct. 25
Mount Vernon Farmers Market
WHEN: 9 a.m.-Noon
WHERE: Public Square, 1 Public Square, Mount Vernon
Family Nature Quest: Halloween at the BFEC!
WHEN: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Mount Vernon Baptist Temple Pumpkin Fest 2025
WHEN: Noon-4 p.m.
WHERE: Mount Vernon Baptist Temple, 21453 Floralwood Drive, Howard
Poetry Potluck with Andrew Grace
WHEN: 2-3 p.m.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Barn Quilt Painting with GOATS
WHEN: 2-4 p.m.
WHERE: 1104 E. Gambier St., Mount Vernon
PRICE: $40
Trash Junkies W/ Drop The Mike rOcKiN out Legends Sports Bar & Grill
WHEN: 8 p.m.
WHERE: Legends Sports Bar & Grill, 110 Mount Vernon Ave., Mount Vernon
