Richmond January Events 2026 | Richmond & Nearby Guide

WAYNE COUNTY JANUARY EVENTS: 2026 SCHEDULE

Kick off 2026 in Wayne County with hikes, workshops, concerts, blood drives, and family activities. From First Day Hikes to art exhibits and toy shows, embrace the new year across Richmond and nearby communities.

WAYNE COUNTY

FIRST DAY HIKE AT MARY GRAY BIRD SANCTUARY
Jan 1 | 10 AM | Connersville
Celebrate the New Year with a healthy hike at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary.

GRAND CENTRAL STATION CANDLELIGHT TOURS
Jan 2 | 6 PM | Fountain City
Explore the Underground Railroad by candlelight and learn about freedom-seekers’ experiences.

FULL MOON HIKE
Jan 2 | 6:30 PM | Centerville
Step into the new year guided by January’s first full moon.

MINI-ZINE WORKSHOP: VISION BOARD EDITION
Jan 3 | 2 PM | Richmond
Fold a mini zine and collage/draw/write to create a vision board; all materials provided.

INDIANA FARM & DIE CAST TOY SHOW
Jan 3 & 4 | Richmond
One of the largest farm and diecast toy shows in the Midwest with vendors from multiple states.

YOGA AT THE LIBRARY
Jan 3 | 11 AM | Richmond
Gentle class in Morrisson Reeves Library; bring mat or use provided.

CUPCAKE CLUB
Jan 7 | 5:30 PM | Richmond
Book club for K-2 graders with stories, discussion, and cupcakes.

STRINGS IN THE STACKS
Jan 8 | 6 PM | Richmond
Relaxing evening of live string music in Tiffany Reading Lounge.

HYPE BLOOD DRIVE
Jan 9 | 11:30 AM | Richmond
Blood drive at Chamber Office; register online.

127TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF INDIANA AND OHIO ARTISTS
Jan 10 | 5 PM | Richmond
Exhibition at Richmond Art Museum with $30,000 in prizes.

HOOSIER MAMMALS THROUGH TIME
Jan 13 | 6:30 PM | Centerville
Explore Indiana’s mammal story of change, returns, and resilience.

BILL BLAGG’S MAGIC IN MOTION
Jan 14 | 9:30 AM | Richmond
Interactive magic show blending science; objects come alive and defy gravity.

POPCORN & PAPERBACKS
Jan 21 | 5:30 PM | Richmond
Book club for 2nd-4th graders with stories and popcorn.

CHAMBER ANNUAL DINNER
Jan 23 | 6 PM | Richmond
Wayne’s World-themed dinner and awards celebration.

CHAMBER DAY AT THE STATEHOUSE
Jan 26 | 9 AM | Indianapolis
Connect with lawmakers and state officials.

CHOCOLATE CAKE DAY
Jan 27 | 4 PM | Richmond
Story, cake-themed craft, and chocolate snack celebration.

MELTDOWN ICE FESTIVAL 2026
Jan 29 – 31 | Richmond
Richmond Meltdown Ice Festival; check for updates.