The best things to do in Lima

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Lima Aquatic Park

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Whether the kids need to burn energy or you just want laps without the lake weeds, Lima Aquatic Park delivers year-round indoor and outdoor…

1005 E Elm St

Whether the kids need to burn energy or you just want laps without the lake weeds, Lima Aquatic Park delivers year-round indoor and outdoor pools, American Red Cross-certified swim lessons, adult water fitness and lifeguard certification. Bonus, Glow Stick Night Under the Stars is on Saturday, August 8.

From the Lima newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Pangle Pavilion

Entertainment

Home to live concerts from local up‑and‑comers to national acts, plus festivals, community events, and civic celebrations, Pangle Pavilion…

128 E Spring St

Home to live concerts from local up‑and‑comers to national acts, plus festivals, community events, and civic celebrations, Pangle Pavilion keeps the good times rolling in the heart of Lima. If your week needs a soundtrack, grab your crew and catch something under the open sky.

From the Lima newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Arcade button-mashing, Thunder Alley bowling, axe throwing, VR, and bumper cars all live under one roof at Westgate Entertainment Center,…

721 N Cable Rd

Arcade button-mashing, Thunder Alley bowling, axe throwing, VR, and bumper cars all live under one roof at Westgate Entertainment Center, plus a menu of classic American eats when your crew needs a breather. Rally some friends or the kids and make a night of it this week.

From the Lima newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Hidden Creek Golf Club is a family-owned, 18-hole public track where locals sneak in nine after work, groove on the driving range, then…

6245 Sugar Creek Rd

Hidden Creek Golf Club is a family-owned, 18-hole public track where locals sneak in nine after work, groove on the driving range, then grab a bite at the bar and grill. Leagues, outings, and a friendly crew make it an easy home course to love.

From the Lima newsletter, September 7, 2026

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From national touring Broadway to concerts, comedy and tribute acts, Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center keeps Crouse Performance…

7 Town Square

From national touring Broadway to concerts, comedy and tribute acts, Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center keeps Crouse Performance Hall buzzing with the kind of shows that make a Tuesday feel like Saturday. Tip: scoop tickets for Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles on August 29 and call it a night.

From the Lima newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Round up the crew for The Hero Day & Glow Golf, a local action park with, yes, Glow Golf to keep boredom in a time-out. Easy way to burn…

2400 Elida Rd #918A

Round up the crew for The Hero Day & Glow Golf, a local action park with, yes, Glow Golf to keep boredom in a time-out. Easy way to burn off kid chaos or shake up your date night, and a very Lima-worthy plan for this week.

From the Lima newsletter, September 16, 2026

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