Welcome Home Fest Ohio was born from a simple yet powerful question: Why can’t we bring thousands of people together in the heart of Mansfield—not just for music, but for the Gospel? Inspired by the large crowds that gather for downtown events like Final Friday, we felt a call to create a space where Jesus could be lifted high, where people could experience His love outside the four walls of the church, and where unity could be cultivated in a city often divided by race, denomination, and tradition.

Our heart is for outreach. We believe the Gospel is meant to be shared beyond Sunday services and outside the four walls. Welcome Home Fest is about reaching the lost, breaking down barriers, and being a bridge between churches and communities. We want to see a move of God in Mansfield; right in the heart of the City, where people already gather.

Another key part of our mission is to connect people in the community with local churches. We believe in the power and importance of the local church and want to help people find a church home where they can grow in their faith, be discipled and build lasting relationships. Welcome Home Fest Ohio isn’t just about a single weekend, it’s about leading people into a lifelong journey with Jesus within a community of believers.

We launched in 2023 with 75 attendees, and in 2024, we saw that number grow to over 400. Since then, God has continued to open doors, build relationships, and unite worship leaders and ministries from across Ohio. Worship leaders from over 10 different churches have joined us in lifting up the name of Jesus, and we believe this is just the beginning.

Welcome Home Fest Ohio is more than an event, it’s a movement. We are committed to making this an annual gathering, marking the Saturday of Labor Day weekend as a time for revival, unity, and transformation in our city. Our prayer is that God continues to break down walls, bring people together, and reveal His love in a powerful way.

No matter who you are or where you come from, you are welcome here.