Embrace the festive spirit in the heart of the Mahoning Valley as it transforms into a winter wonderland with an array of enchanting holiday events. From dazzling light displays to cheerful parades and heartwarming community gatherings, the Mahoning Valley has something for everyone to celebrate the season.
Don’t miss the chance to showcase your own event and spread joy—submit your holiday gathering now and be a part of the merriment that makes this valley truly magical.
Submit Your Event to our Calendar at communitynews@spanningtheneed.com.
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April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
Each year, National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day on April 12th recognizes one of the top comfort foods in the United States. Why wouldn’t it be when we’re talking about bread grilled to perfection, and warm, gooey, melted cheese. #GrilledCheeseSandwichDay According to food historians, many cultures around the world have enjoyed cooked bread and cheese since
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April 12 @ 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm EDT Hope Foundation-Wine for Hope
Hope Foundation-Wine for Hope
Waypoint 4180 4180 Westford Place, Canfield, OH, United States
Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley’s Wine for Hope Friday, April 21st, 2023 | 6:15-10:30pm All Honorees will be honored at the Wine for Hope. An exciting evening of fine wines, gourmet food, and great music. Each year, we celebrate spring’s arrival with our Wine For Hope wine tasting event. Enjoy great wines and food,
FRI12
April 12 @ 7:05 pm EDT
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Team USA
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Phantoms take on Team USA at the Covelli Centre on Friday, April 12. Game time is 7:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit their website.
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April 12 @ 7:30 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Closing the Youngstown State University Theatre’s 60th Anniversary Season on a whimsical note is the enchanting musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the beloved fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea,” this delightful show brings a cast of unforgettable characters to life. With hilarious twists, catchy tunes, and a dash of romance, “Once Upon
FRI12
April 12 @ 7:30 pm EDT
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time on the Main Stage April 12-21, 2024. Simon Stephen’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time features a 15-year-old boy named Christopher. One night, Christopher stumbles upon the neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who was speared by a garden fork. Christopher
FRI12
April 12 @ 7:30 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Closing the Youngstown State University Theatre’s 60th Anniversary Season on a whimsical note is the enchanting musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the beloved fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea,” this delightful show brings a cast of unforgettable characters to life. With hilarious twists, catchy tunes, and a dash of romance, “Once Upon
FRI12
April 12 @ 7:30 pm EDT
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time on the Main Stage April 12-21, 2024. Simon Stephen’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time features a 15-year-old boy named Christopher. One night, Christopher stumbles upon the neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who was speared by a garden fork. Christopher
SAT13
April 13 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm EDT
Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
The Boardman Rotary will have their annual Pancake Breakfast on April 13-14 & 20-21 from 8:00am-1:00pm at the Lariccia Community Center at Boardman Township Park. $7 per breakfast, children 10 and under are free. Follow the Boardman Rotary Facebook page for the latest information.
SAT13
April 13 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm EDT
Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
The Boardman Rotary will have their annual Pancake Breakfast on April 13-14 & 20-21 from 8:00am-1:00pm at the Lariccia Community Center at Boardman Township Park. $7 per breakfast, children 10 and under are free. Follow the Boardman Rotary Facebook page for the latest information.
SAT13
April 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT
Youngstown Flea
Youngstown Flea 365 E. Boardman Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Flea returns for season 9 of its indoor/outdoor “Market For Makers” at 365 E. Boardman Street in the heart of downtown Youngstown. 2024 Dates are February 10, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 7, October 5, and November 2. Hours are 9:00am-3:00pm. Additionally, throughout #SeasonNine, community
SAT13
April 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT
Youngstown Flea
Youngstown Flea 365 E. Boardman Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Flea returns for season 9 of its indoor/outdoor “Market For Makers” at 365 E. Boardman Street in the heart of downtown Youngstown. 2024 Dates are February 10, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 7, October 5, and November 2. Hours are 9:00am-3:00pm. Additionally, throughout #SeasonNine, community
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April 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT
Dinosaur Drive-Thru
Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States
Dinosaurs are coming to the Canfield Fairgrounds Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14 from 9:00am-5:00pm. See them move and make sounds just like in the movies from the safety of your car! All cars must enter Gate 9. Only $12 per car. Buy tickets online early as supply is limited. Visit the Jurassic Wonder website for
SAT13
April 13 @ 2:00 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
YSU’s University Theatre will conclude its 60th anniversary season with the production of “Once Upon a Mattress,” a whimsical, enchanting musical that promises a lighthearted and entertaining journey through the kingdom of merriment and happily ever after. Written as a humorous adaptation of “The Princess and the Pea,” “Once Upon a Mattress” is set in
SAT13
April 13 @ 7:30 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Closing the Youngstown State University Theatre’s 60th Anniversary Season on a whimsical note is the enchanting musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the beloved fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea,” this delightful show brings a cast of unforgettable characters to life. With hilarious twists, catchy tunes, and a dash of romance, “Once Upon
SAT13
April 13 @ 7:30 pm EDT
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time on the Main Stage April 12-21, 2024. Simon Stephen’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time features a 15-year-old boy named Christopher. One night, Christopher stumbles upon the neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who was speared by a garden fork. Christopher
SAT13
April 13 @ 7:30 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Closing the Youngstown State University Theatre’s 60th Anniversary Season on a whimsical note is the enchanting musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the beloved fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea,” this delightful show brings a cast of unforgettable characters to life. With hilarious twists, catchy tunes, and a dash of romance, “Once Upon
SAT13
April 13 @ 7:30 pm EDT
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time on the Main Stage April 12-21, 2024. Simon Stephen’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time features a 15-year-old boy named Christopher. One night, Christopher stumbles upon the neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who was speared by a garden fork. Christopher
SAT13
April 13 @ 7:30 pm EDT
The Youngstown Playhouse 100th Season Reveal
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse invites their theatre family to an evening of fun, drama, music, laughter, intrigue, new and historic, young and old, as they REVEAL the productions of their 100th season. John Cox and Brandy Johanntges will be your hosts on Saturday, April 13, at 7:30pm, live on the Main Stage. They will perform excerpts
SAT13
April 13 @ 8:00 pm EDT
Dustin Lynch: Killed The Cowboy Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
Multi-Platinum star Dustin Lynch is bringing his Killed The Cowboy Tour with special guest Skeez to the Covelli Centre on April 13, 2024 at 8:00pm. Tickets will be available on Ticketmaster.com and at the Southwoods Health Box Office. Ticket prices range from $35.00-$55.00.
SAT13
April 13 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EDT
THE MISS AMERICANAS: A Taylor Swift Tribute
Robins Theatre 1600 East Market Street, Warren, OH, United States
Back by popular demand, THE MISS AMERICANAS: A Taylor Swift is coming to the Robins Theatre in downtown Warren, Ohio on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 8 p.m. (13 = Taylor’s favorite number!) Doors open at 7 p.m. It’s the show you loved before, with NEW songs, according to a press release. Tickets range between $19
SUN14
April 14 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm EDT
Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
The Boardman Rotary will have their annual Pancake Breakfast on April 13-14 & 20-21 from 8:00am-1:00pm at the Lariccia Community Center at Boardman Township Park. $7 per breakfast, children 10 and under are free. Follow the Boardman Rotary Facebook page for the latest information.
SUN14
April 14 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm EDT
Boardman Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
The Boardman Rotary will have their annual Pancake Breakfast on April 13-14 & 20-21 from 8:00am-1:00pm at the Lariccia Community Center at Boardman Township Park. $7 per breakfast, children 10 and under are free. Follow the Boardman Rotary Facebook page for the latest information.
SUN14
April 14 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT
Dinosaur Drive-Thru
Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States
Dinosaurs are coming to the Canfield Fairgrounds Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14 from 9:00am-5:00pm. See them move and make sounds just like in the movies from the safety of your car! All cars must enter Gate 9. Only $12 per car. Buy tickets online early as supply is limited. Visit the Jurassic Wonder website for
SUN14
April 14 @ 2:00 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Closing the Youngstown State University Theatre’s 60th Anniversary Season on a whimsical note is the enchanting musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the beloved fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea,” this delightful show brings a cast of unforgettable characters to life. With hilarious twists, catchy tunes, and a dash of romance, “Once Upon
SUN14
April 14 @ 2:00 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Closing the Youngstown State University Theatre’s 60th Anniversary Season on a whimsical note is the enchanting musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the beloved fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea,” this delightful show brings a cast of unforgettable characters to life. With hilarious twists, catchy tunes, and a dash of romance, “Once Upon
SUN14
April 14 @ 2:00 pm EDT
Once Upon a Mattress – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
YSU’s University Theatre will conclude its 60th anniversary season with the production of “Once Upon a Mattress,” a whimsical, enchanting musical that promises a lighthearted and entertaining journey through the kingdom of merriment and happily ever after. Written as a humorous adaptation of “The Princess and the Pea,” “Once Upon a Mattress” is set in
SUN14
April 14 @ 2:30 pm EDT
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time on the Main Stage April 12-21, 2024. Simon Stephen’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time features a 15-year-old boy named Christopher. One night, Christopher stumbles upon the neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who was speared by a garden fork. Christopher
SUN14
April 14 @ 2:30 pm EDT
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time on the Main Stage April 12-21, 2024. Simon Stephen’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time features a 15-year-old boy named Christopher. One night, Christopher stumbles upon the neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who was speared by a garden fork. Christopher
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