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 info@spanningtheneed.com.
November 2024
Fri22
November 22
Native American Heritage Day
National Native American Heritage Day on the day after Thanksgiving honors American Indians across the nation. The day celebrates the vibrant cultures, traditions, and heritages while recognizing Native Americans’ many contributions. When and Where will Frosty/Rudolph be on TV this Christmas Season? #NativeAmericanHeritageDay The day encourages listening to Native American voices and fostering pride in
Fri22
Fri22
November 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST
Winter Gift Barn
White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States
The Winter Gift Barn at White House Fruit Farm has all of your holiday favorites. Enjoy shopping for Christmas décor, family gifts, children’s toys, hostess gifts, and so much more. Cozé Trek Outpost is open in the Gift Barn with coffees, hot chocolates, and hot cider. Winter Gift Barn hours are Friday, Saturday & Monday
Fri22
November 22 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST
Memories of Christmas Past
Arms Family Museum 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
The time has come! Mahoning Valley Historical Society presents the 16th Memories of Christmas Past exhibit at Arms Family Museum, November 16 through December 31. Enjoy seven different rooms, and 3 floors of vintage holiday cheer and décor. Volunteers and staff have been hard at work for three months preparing for this treasured holiday event.
Fri22
November 22 @ 3:00 pm EST
Trans-Siberian Orchestra – The Lost Christmas Eve Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to the Covelli Centre on Friday, November 22. Don’t miss your chance to see their incredible holiday performance, The Lost Christmas Eve Tour! Performances are at 3:00pm and 8:00pm on Friday, November 22. For tickets, visit the Covelli Centre website.
Fri22
November 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Joy of Christmas Light Show
Harvey S. Firestone Park 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, OH, United States
The Joy of Christmas drive-through holiday light show features more than one million lights in 90+ holiday scenes in Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park. Hours for the 2024 season will be Friday-Sunday, November 22-24, and November 28-December 28, 6-9pm. CLOSED Christmas Day, December 25. CARS ARE NOT PERMITED on November 30, December 5, 10, and
Fri22
November 22 @ 7:30 pm EST
Pete The Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Dive into the hilarity of “Pete the Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show: A Musical Comedy Extravaganza,” presented by Youngstown State University Theatre, where musical theater students face the challenge of modernizing an outdated vaudeville script. As they blend the charm of the past with contemporary flair, audiences will be treated to laugh-out-loud humor, vibrant musical numbers,
Fri22
November 22 @ 7:30 pm EST
La Traviata – Opera Western Reserve
DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
November 22, 2024
Fri22
November 22 @ 7:30 pm EST
The Thanksgiving Play
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Thanksgiving Play in the Moyer Room November 15-24, 2024. A group of well-meaning but misguided theater pros scramble to create a culturally sensitive Thanksgiving play for an elementary school. Their PC quest leads to hilarious chaos as they grapple with historical accuracy, good intentions, and their own privilege. A satirical
Fri22
November 22 @ 8:00 pm EST
Undiscovered Worlds
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Through the discovery of exoplanets — the hundreds of planets that have been found orbiting stars beyond the Sun — we have learned that our solar system is not alone in the Universe and we have had to redefine our understanding of planets and solar systems. With new achievements like the Kepler Telescope and rapidly
Fri22
November 22 @ 8:00 pm EST
Trans-Siberian Orchestra – The Lost Christmas Eve Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to the Covelli Centre on Friday, November 22. Don’t miss your chance to see their incredible holiday performance, The Lost Christmas Eve Tour! Performances are at 3:00pm and 8:00pm on Friday, November 22. For tickets, visit the Covelli Centre website.
Fri22
November 22 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Christmas On Call-Christmas Movie
The Hallmark Channel Studio City, CA, United States
Friday, November 22 Stars: Sara Canning, Ser’Darius Blain, cameo by Donna Kelce Synopsis: ER doctor Hannah Michaels and EMT Wes Sullivan work on balancing their relationship and demanding jobs ahead of the holidays in Philadelphia
Sat23
November 23 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST
Winter Gift Barn
White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States
The Winter Gift Barn at White House Fruit Farm has all of your holiday favorites. Enjoy shopping for Christmas décor, family gifts, children’s toys, hostess gifts, and so much more. Cozé Trek Outpost is open in the Gift Barn with coffees, hot chocolates, and hot cider. Winter Gift Barn hours are Friday, Saturday & Monday
Sat23
November 23 @ 11:00 am – 11:45 am EST
Gentle Yoga
Tri-Lakes Library 13820 Mahoning Avenue, North Jackson, United States
A 45-minute floor yoga session, friendly for beginners, that uses both body movement and breathwork to explore body literacy, promote stress release, and invite a sense of rest and rejuvenation. This session is offered free of charge through the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. Participating supports the continuation of local library programs +
Sat23
November 23 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm EST
Soap Making 101
ISLE (Iron & String Life Enhancement, Inc.) 32 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, United States
Green Girl Basics will host a Soap Making 101 class on Saturday, November 23 from 11:00am-1:00pm. Learn everything you need to know to safely and simply create handmade vegan soaps with food grade organic oils & lye plus your choice of herbs, essential oils (or phthalate free fragrances), colors and textures. You will learn a soap
Sat23
November 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST
Memories of Christmas Past
Arms Family Museum 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
The time has come! Mahoning Valley Historical Society presents the 16th Memories of Christmas Past exhibit at Arms Family Museum, November 16 through December 31. Enjoy seven different rooms, and 3 floors of vintage holiday cheer and décor. Volunteers and staff have been hard at work for three months preparing for this treasured holiday event.
Sat23
November 23 @ 1:30 pm EST
OMEA District 5 Honors Band Concert
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
The Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) presents the District 5 Honors Band Concert on Saturday, November 23 at 1:30pm at Stambaugh Auditorium. The concert features the District 5 Middle School Honors Band. OMEA is comprised of outstanding band students in grades 7-12 from Ashtabula, Mahoning, and Trumbull Counties. OMEA is the principal organization in Ohio
Sat23
November 23 @ 2:00 pm EST
One World, One Sky
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Big Bird’s Adventure begins on Sesame Street when Elmo’s friend Hu Hu Zhu visits from China. Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu take viewers on an exciting discovery of the Sun, Moon, and stars. They learn about the Big Dipper and the North Star and take an imaginary trip to the Moon. Please note,
Sat23
November 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Joy of Christmas Light Show
Harvey S. Firestone Park 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, OH, United States
The Joy of Christmas drive-through holiday light show features more than one million lights in 90+ holiday scenes in Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park. Hours for the 2024 season will be Friday-Sunday, November 22-24, and November 28-December 28, 6-9pm. CLOSED Christmas Day, December 25. CARS ARE NOT PERMITED on November 30, December 5, 10, and
Sat23
November 23 @ 7:30 pm EST
The Family Reunion Stage Play
Ford Family Recital Hall – DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United States
The Family Reunion is one the most anticipated traditions celebrated from culture to culture with love, laughter and great memories but this family has some unparalleled unresolved issues and skeletons within the family that may break that tradition forever! Presented by ForneyExtremeTV this play is guaranteed to have you on the edge of your seats
Sat23
November 23 @ 7:30 pm EST
Pete The Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Dive into the hilarity of “Pete the Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show: A Musical Comedy Extravaganza,” presented by Youngstown State University Theatre, where musical theater students face the challenge of modernizing an outdated vaudeville script. As they blend the charm of the past with contemporary flair, audiences will be treated to laugh-out-loud humor, vibrant musical numbers,
Sat23
November 23 @ 7:30 pm EST
The Thanksgiving Play
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Thanksgiving Play in the Moyer Room November 15-24, 2024. A group of well-meaning but misguided theater pros scramble to create a culturally sensitive Thanksgiving play for an elementary school. Their PC quest leads to hilarious chaos as they grapple with historical accuracy, good intentions, and their own privilege. A satirical
Sat23
November 23 @ 8:00 pm EST
Undiscovered Worlds
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Through the discovery of exoplanets — the hundreds of planets that have been found orbiting stars beyond the Sun — we have learned that our solar system is not alone in the Universe and we have had to redefine our understanding of planets and solar systems. With new achievements like the Kepler Telescope and rapidly
Sat23
November 23 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Three Wiser Men and a Boy-Christmas Movie
The Hallmark Channel Studio City, CA, United States
Saturday, November 23 Stars: Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker, Margaret Colin Synopsis: “The story begins five years later with the Brenner brothers preparing for another memorable Christmas. In a crazy turn of events, possibly brought on accidently by the brothers themselves, the director of Luke’s son Thomas’ school holiday musical steps down. Luke is
Sat23
November 23 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
A Little Women’s Christmas-Christmas Movie
Great American Family Channel New York, NY, United States
Saturday, November 23 (8 p.m. ET) Cast: Trevor Donovan, Jen Lilley, Jillian Murray, Laura Osnes, Julia Reilly, Jesse Hutch and Gladys Knight Synopsis: This is a modern retelling of the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott.
Sun24
November 24 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Tea with Moana
Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States
Tea with Moana will be held Sunday, November 24 from 12:00pm-2:00pm at Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room. Cost is $21.00 per child and includes chicken nuggets, mini cheese pizza, PBJs, mini corn dogs, fresh fruit on the side, and sweets served tea party style. Beverage included. $23.00 per adult and includes a medley of miniature
Sun24
November 24 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST
Winter Craft Show
The Vineyards at Pine Lake 14101 Market Street, Columbiana, OH, United States
Join The Vineyards at Pine Lake for their Winter Craft Show on Sunday, November 24 from 12:00pm-4:00pm. Open to the public.
Sun24
November 24 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST
Memories of Christmas Past
Arms Family Museum 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
The time has come! Mahoning Valley Historical Society presents the 16th Memories of Christmas Past exhibit at Arms Family Museum, November 16 through December 31. Enjoy seven different rooms, and 3 floors of vintage holiday cheer and décor. Volunteers and staff have been hard at work for three months preparing for this treasured holiday event.
Sun24
November 24 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST
Winter Gift Barn
White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States
The Winter Gift Barn at White House Fruit Farm has all of your holiday favorites. Enjoy shopping for Christmas décor, family gifts, children’s toys, hostess gifts, and so much more. Cozé Trek Outpost is open in the Gift Barn with coffees, hot chocolates, and hot cider. Winter Gift Barn hours are Friday, Saturday & Monday
Sun24
November 24 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm EST
Autumn Trolley Tour
Ford Nature Center 840 Old Furnace Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States
trolley Register/pay in advance. Tours sell out fast – visit the Mill Creek MetroParks events calendar for the latest information and to register/pay. For more information, call 330-740-7107 x 129. Autumn Trolley Tour dates are: September 22 – 1:30pm-2:30pm, & 3:00pm-4:00pm September 24 – 1:30pm-2:30pm, & 3:00pm-4:00pm September 29 – 1:30pm-2:30pm, & 3:00pm-4:00pm October 1
Sun24
November 24 @ 2:00 pm EST
Pete The Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Dive into the hilarity of “Pete the Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show: A Musical Comedy Extravaganza,” presented by Youngstown State University Theatre, where musical theater students face the challenge of modernizing an outdated vaudeville script. As they blend the charm of the past with contemporary flair, audiences will be treated to laugh-out-loud humor, vibrant musical numbers,
Sun24
November 24 @ 2:30 pm EST
The Thanksgiving Play
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Thanksgiving Play in the Moyer Room November 15-24, 2024. A group of well-meaning but misguided theater pros scramble to create a culturally sensitive Thanksgiving play for an elementary school. Their PC quest leads to hilarious chaos as they grapple with historical accuracy, good intentions, and their own privilege. A satirical
Sun24
November 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Joy of Christmas Light Show
Harvey S. Firestone Park 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, OH, United States
The Joy of Christmas drive-through holiday light show features more than one million lights in 90+ holiday scenes in Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park. Hours for the 2024 season will be Friday-Sunday, November 22-24, and November 28-December 28, 6-9pm. CLOSED Christmas Day, December 25. CARS ARE NOT PERMITED on November 30, December 5, 10, and
Sun24
November 24 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
To Have and To Holiday-Christmas Movie
The Hallmark Channel Studio City, CA, United States
Sunday, November 24 Stars: Madeleine Arthur, Robert Bazzocchi, Eric Close Synopsis: “When Celeste gets engaged to Jason after just a few months of dating, her father and the couple’s would be officiant, Pastor Mark, insists on putting them through a prewedding ‘boot camp’ filled with Christmas-themed challenges.”
Sun24
November 24 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Sleigh Bells and Sugarplums-Christmas Movie
Great American Family Channel New York, NY, United States
Sunday, November 24 (8 p.m. ET) Cast: Jill Wagner and Jesse Hutch Synopsis: While seeking inspiration for her next project in her hometown, a historian bonds with a local tour guide.