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Weekend fun in Bucyrus and Mansfield: Pancakes, celebration of music, arts, and culture, and Flannel festivities

Weekend fun in Bucyrus and Mansfield: Pancakes, celebration of music, arts, and culture, and Flannel festivities

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BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW) — This weekend, Bucyrus and Mansfield are buzzing with a variety of events that promise fun for all ages. From a fly-in pancake breakfast to a Beatles-themed festival and a flannel-filled fall celebration, there’s something for everyone.

Fly-in Pancake Breakfast at Port Bucyrus-Crawford County Airport

Start your Saturday morning with the annual Fly-in Pancake Breakfast at the Port Bucyrus-Crawford County Airport. The event kicks off at 8 a.m. and runs until noon, featuring a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, and orange juice. Admission is free, but donations are accepted for parking. Meal tickets are $10, and children under 10 eat free.

In addition to breakfast, attendees can enjoy a display of vintage airplanes, classic cars, and antique tractors. The event also includes a kiddy tractor pull, drone demonstrations, and a hot-air balloon display. Food trucks and a flea market will be available throughout the day.

Fab Four and More Festival 2024 in Mansfield

Head over to Mansfield for the Fab Four and More Festival, a day-long celebration of music, arts, and culture. The festival will take place in downtown Mansfield, featuring the Mansfield Arts and Culture Festival (ManAfest) in Central Park, Touch a Truck in the Carrousel District, Oktoberfest in the Brickyard, and the fall Secret City Tour.

ManAfest will showcase various art forms, local crafts, and fresh produce from local farmers. Enjoy live music, including the Celtic sounds of the McClans, and indulge in delicious food from the award-winning mac-and-cheese food truck2. Touch a Truck offers kids the chance to explore their favorite vehicles, while Oktoberfest at Phoenix Brewing Co. features German beers, live music, and traditional German dancers3.

Flannel Fest at Pickwick Place

Celebrate the arrival of fall at Flannel Fest, held at Pickwick Place in Bucyrus. This event spans two weekends, September 14-15 and 21-22, and offers a variety of fall-themed activities. Visitors can pick apples in the orchard, cut flowers in the U-pick field, and navigate the corn maze.

The festival also includes an apple cannon, tricycle track, and over 70 vendors selling handmade goods and fresh produce. The Pickwick Place’s market and cafe will be open, offering a range of Ohio-made foods and delicious meals.

Whether you’re a fan of aviation, music, or fall festivities, Bucyrus and Mansfield have you covered this weekend. Don’t miss out on these exciting events!

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