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.
January 2025
Fri17

January 17
National Hot Buttered Rum Day
It’s hot. It’s buttered. It’s hot buttered rum! Haven’t had it? No worries. January 17 is National Hot Buttered Rum Day and it’s the perfect opportunity to give it a try. Hot buttered rum is a mixed drink containing rum, butter, hot water or cider, sweetener, and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It
Fri17

January 17 @ 5:00 pm EST
Rock the Dome Weekend
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Join The Ward Beecher Planetarium for the return of LASER LIGHT SHOWS! They are renting a laser system from Laser Fantasy International to join the upgraded 5.1 surround system and newly upgraded lighting system. Friday, January 17: 5:00pm Foo Fighters 6:00pm Taylor Swift 7:00pm The Beatles 8:00pm Led Zeppelin 9:00pm Rush 10:00pm Pink Floyd Saturday,
Sat18

January 18
National Winnie the Pooh Day
Winnie the Pooh has been a childhood favorite for generations. Originally created in 1926, his stories have sparked wholesome, honey-loving, childhood dreams for nearly a century. Although there are many other characters within the Winnie the Pooh universe (Kanga, Rabbit, Roo, and Tigger — just to name a few), there is not doubt that the
Sat18

January 18 @ 2:00 pm EST
Rock the Dome Weekend
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Join The Ward Beecher Planetarium for the return of LASER LIGHT SHOWS! They are renting a laser system from Laser Fantasy International to join the upgraded 5.1 surround system and newly upgraded lighting system. Friday, January 17: 5:00pm Foo Fighters 6:00pm Taylor Swift 7:00pm The Beatles 8:00pm Led Zeppelin 9:00pm Rush 10:00pm Pink Floyd Saturday,
Sat18

January 18 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST
Winter Ball with Aurora, Tiana & Jasmine
Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States
Winter Ball with Aurora, Tiana & Jasmine will be held on Saturday, January 18 from 4:00pm-6:00pm, and Sunday, January 19 from 3:00pm-5:00pm 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.
Sat18

January 18 @ 6:05 pm EST
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
January 18, 2025
Sun19

January 19 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST
National Popcorn Day
Join us on January 19 as we celebrate National Popcorn Day! Buttered, salted, kettled, drizzled with caramel, popcorn is one of those snacks perfect anytime, anywhere. It’s great on the go, in the theater, or in your living room! Just be prepared to dig some of it out of your teeth.Salted, buttered, or caramel, National
Sun19

January 19 @ 2:30 pm EST
Beethoven & Beyond
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
January 19, 2025
Sun19

January 19 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST
Winter Ball with Aurora, Tiana & Jasmine
Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States
Winter Ball with Aurora, Tiana & Jasmine will be held on Saturday, January 18 from 4:00pm-6:00pm, and Sunday, January 19 from 3:00pm-5:00pm 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.
Mon20

January 20
National Cheese Lover’s Day
On January 20, get ready to ‘havarti’ a ‘gouda’ time, because it’s National Cheese Lover’s Day! Have you ever wondered how the first human discovered cheese? We’ve wondered that too, and we’ll probably never find out. All we know is that it was love at first bite; when the first human tasted the salty, tangy,
Mon20

January 20
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Each year on the third Monday of January we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day and reflect on the work that still needs to be done for racial equality. This January 16, make the holiday more than just a day off and take time to reflect and take action on civil rights issues across the
Mon20

January 20 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Tea with Anna & Elsa
Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States
Tea with Anna & Elsa will be held on Monday, January 20; Sunday, January 26; and Monday, February 17 from 12:00pm-2:00pm at Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tearoom. Tea 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