Destination Seneca County

06/03/2026

Big Boy 4014 arrives in Fostoria this Saturday, June 6! 🚂

To help make your visit as smooth as possible, we've put together a Parking & Transportation Guide with information on parking locations, walking distances, and the free shuttle service that will be available throughout the day.

Parking is available at multiple locations throughout Fostoria, including Fostoria Junior/Senior High School, Foundation Park, the Community Parking Lot, and the Iron Triangle Rail Park. All designated parking areas are free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

A free shuttle will operate between Fostoria Junior/Senior High School and the Iron Triangle Rail Park from 10:00 AM to 4:45 PM. Please note that shuttle service will not operate between 2:15 PM and 3:00 PM while Big Boy is expected to be in the area.

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, be patient, follow posted directions, and enjoy everything Fostoria has to offer during this historic America 250 experience.

For additional information, schedules, maps, parking details, local businesses, dining, and lodging, visit BigBoyFostoria.com.

Experience the legend, experience Fostoria!

06/03/2026

"We are a high school football team playing in the Super Bowl" - Ellen Gatrell

Great story by WTOL 11 as Fostoria prepares for Union Pacific Railroad's BIG BOY 4014 this Saturday! See the full story below and visit BigBoyFostoria.com for everything you need to know for a great experience.

Ellen was right when she said that Fostoria has a role in tourism and rail tourism, let us prove it to you! is See you at our community's Super Bowl!

Union Pacific's 'Big Boy' is scheduled to make a stop in Fostoria b...

06/02/2026

Tee Up an Ohio Adventure in Seneca County!⛳️

Did you know Ohio is home to more than 180 public golf courses on the Ohio, The Heart of it All Golf Trail? We're proud that four Seneca County courses are part of this statewide golf experience!

📍Course #39 Fostoria Country Club & Banquet Facilities – Fostoria
📍Course #40 Loudon Meadows Golf Club – Fostoria
📍Course #41 Clinton Heights Golf Course – Tiffin
📍Course #42 The Front 9 – Kansas

Whether you're chasing birdies, enjoying a relaxing round with friends, or exploring new courses across the state, Seneca County offers great options for golfers of every skill level.

Find excitement all summer long on the Ohio Golf Trail and make Seneca County part of your next golf getaway! Explore the full trail: https://ohio.org/home/golf-in-ohio/ohio-professional-golf-trail

06/01/2026

We loved helping WELCOME HOME more than 70 Phi Theta Pi Fraternity brothers and their guests from across the country as they gathered at Tiffin University this past weekend for their National Convention!

While not every attendee calls Tiffin home, we were proud to welcome them into our community and share the hospitality, connections, and sense of belonging that make this place special and feel like home to everyone who visits. We hope that after spending time here, each guest left feeling that Tiffin is a place where they are always welcome.

The Tiffin University chapter of Phi Theta Pi earned the honor of hosting the 2026 National Convention after successfully bidding for the event at last year's convention. Their members did an outstanding job planning, preparing for, and executing a memorable weekend of activities and events.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this convention a success. We hope to see everyone back in Seneca County again soon, and we are grateful to have been a small part of such a wonderful weekend!

05/30/2026

🚂 Big Boy 4014 excitement is rolling into Fostoria!

Jena Stearns, owner of Beyond Laser Creations, has created a limited-edition Big Boy 4014 America 250 commemorative challenge coin to celebrate the locomotive’s historic visits to Fostoria this summer.

The collectible coin honors the world’s largest operating steam locomotive and commemorates its stop in the Railfan Capital of Ohio as part of the Coast-to-Coast Tour celebrating America 250. Quantities are limited, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Pre-order your commemorative challenge coin before they sell out at https://tinyurl.com/BigBoyCoin

We love seeing local businesses embrace this historic opportunity and create unique ways for visitors and residents to remember the Big Boy experience.

Experience the legend, experience Fostoria. Learn more about Big Boy 4014, plan your visit, and explore local businesses at BigBoyFostoria.com.

05/28/2026

So many amazing Seneca County destinations are featured, mentioned, and highlighted in the Ohio, The Heart of it All Travel Guide, and we couldn’t be more proud! 🌟

From unforgettable attractions and local favorites to hidden gems and hometown experiences, Seneca County is shining alongside the very best Ohio has to offer.

Explore the full Ohio Travel Guide to discover even more Seneca County destinations beyond the spots pictured here and start planning your next adventure across the Buckeye State: https://ohio.org/home/order-guide

Then discover even more things to see, do, shop, eat, and experience at SenecaCountyGuide.com

Be local in Seneca County, it's where you belong!

05/27/2026

BIG BOY 4014 is coming to Fostoria TWICE this summer! 🚂

Two opportunities. One unforgettable America 250 experience.

Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 is scheduled to arrive in Fostoria around 2pm on Saturday, June 6 before returning again on Monday, July 13, with public viewing opportunities continuing on Tuesday, July 14. Visitors from across the country are invited to experience this historic event in the Railfan Capital of Ohio.

Click below for your one-stop shop information hub on all things related to the Big Boy, including schedules, updates, parking information, viewing locations, local businesses, dining, lodging, and more at BigBoyFostoria.com.

Experience the legend, experience Fostoria!

Experience Big Boy 4014 in Fostoria, Ohio! This once-in-a-lifetime America 250 celebration features the legendary Union Pacific steam engine.

05/27/2026

🚂CALL FOR BUSINESSES!🚂

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 is rolling into Fostoria on June 6 and July 14, 2026, and we want local businesses and organizations to be part of this historic experience!

If you’re planning specials, promotions, events, extended hours, or visitor offerings, submit your information to be featured as part of the community-wide Big Boy experience.

Submit your participation form: BigBoyFostoria.com

This website will also serve as the official information hub for schedules, parking, viewing locations, dining, lodging, and more as we prepare to welcome thousands of visitors to Fostoria for this once in a lifetime event to celebrate America 250! Information will be added and updated as plans are confirmed.

Be part of history. Experience the legend, experience Fostoria!

05/26/2026

School is out and summer is officially in full swing!☀️

Plan your sunny season with the official Ohio, The Heart of it All 2026 Ohio Summer Events Guide! Organized by region and month, it's easier than ever to plan your summer adventures across all 88 counties.

Seneca County's featured events include:
☀️June 14: America 250 Green Springs Ohio Flag Day & Homecoming Picnic
☀️June 18-August 29: East Green Concerts in Tiffin
☀️June 21-28: Taste of Summer Seneca County 2026
☀️July 25: Fostoria Area Historical Society Heritage Day Festival & Car Show
☀️July 26-August 2: Seneca County Fair

These events barely scratch the surface of everything happening in our community this summer! Discover the Community Calendar to see more at SenecaCountyEvents.com

Explore the full Ohio Summer Events Guide: https://ohio.org/home/seasons/summer/summer-events

05/21/2026

🇺🇸May Celebration Theme: Arts, Culture & Literature!🇺🇸

In 2026, the America 250-Ohio celebration highlights monthly themes such as innovation, arts and culture, outdoors, fairs and festivals, food and agriculture, service, and more. Each theme tells a story of what makes Ohio unique, and our team is sharing how those stories come to life right here in Seneca County.

This month celebrates Arts, Culture & Literature, recognizing the creativity, traditions, and stories that bring communities together and preserve our shared history.

Literature, music, theater, and visual arts have long played an important role in shaping Seneca County’s identity. Whether through local authors, historic landmarks, live performances, or community art events, these cultural experiences help tell the story of who we are and connect generations through creativity and expression.

Discover how arts, culture, and literature continue to shape Seneca County’s story and have added to the landscape of our country by clicking below!

Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit in Seneca County! Join us this May as we explore the creativity that has shaped Seneca County.