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 spanningtheneed@gmail.com.
February 2025
Fri21
February 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Father-Daughter Dance
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
This dance offers families five special nights from which to select a date that best matches their busy schedule. Reservations for the 2025 Father-Daughter Dance are available for February 14, 15, and 16, and the following weekend on February 21 and 22. The dinner-dance will be held from 6:00pm to 9:00pm Fridays and Saturdays, and
Fri21
February 21 @ 7:05 pm EST
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 21 at 7:05pm and Saturday, February 22 at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Fri21
February 21 @ 7:30 pm EST
Playboy of the Western World
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Youngstown State University presents “Playboy of the Western World” February 14-16 & February 21-23, 2025 in YSU Spotlight Theater in Bliss Hall. Step into the rugged beauty of rural Ireland with J.M. Synge’s classic masterpiece, “Playboy of the Western World.” This timeless comedy follows Christy Mahon, a charming young man whose tall tales of heroism
Fri21
February 21 @ 7:30 pm EST
August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean on the Main Stage February 21-March 2, 2025. Citizen Barlow is looking for peace. To get it, he’ll knock at Aunt Esther’s door every day if that’s what it takes. Set in 1904, the opening installment in Wilson’s The American Century Cycle includes the playwright’s
Fri21
February 21 @ 7:30 pm EST
Steal Away – Hopewell Theatre
Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States
Hopewell Theatre presents Steal Away by Ramona King, February 21, 22, 28, March 1 & 2. Five upstanding church ladies in Depression-era Chicago raise funds to send young Black women to college. But when they are denied a bank loan, the ladies, inspired by the famous criminal John Dillinger, take drastic measures and “steal away”! Will they pull it
Fri21
February 21 @ 8:00 pm EST
We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins. Connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe by following the formation of Hydrogen atoms to the synthesis of Carbon, and the molecules for life. Shows are Friday, January 31, February
Sat22
February 22 @ 8:00 am EST
Dave & Ed’s Indoor Swap Meet
Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States
Automotive Flea Market featuring new and used car parts, shop equipment, vintage signs, tires, apparel, collectibles and much more. Gates open at 8:00am on Saturday, February 22 at the Canfield Fairgrounds Event Center. Admission is $5.00 per person. For more information, visit the Dave and Ed’s website.
Sat22
February 22 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm EST
Main Event
Kilcawley Center – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
The 8th annual Main Event held by Guinathon will take place on Saturday, February 22 from 11:00am to 5:00pm in the Chestnut Room of Kilcawley Center on Youngstown State University’s Campus (1 Tressel Way, Youngstown, OH 44504) Parking will be in the Wick Parking Deck (453 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44502) and will cost $5
Sat22
February 22 @ 2:00 pm EST
We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins. Connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe by following the formation of Hydrogen atoms to the synthesis of Carbon, and the molecules for life. Shows are Friday, January 31, February
Sat22
February 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Father-Daughter Dance
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
This dance offers families five special nights from which to select a date that best matches their busy schedule. Reservations for the 2025 Father-Daughter Dance are available for February 14, 15, and 16, and the following weekend on February 21 and 22. The dinner-dance will be held from 6:00pm to 9:00pm Fridays and Saturdays, and
Sat22
February 22 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Cookie Table and Cocktails
Assumption Social Center at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 356 Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD-OUT. Nothing says “Youngstown” like the wedding cookie table. Born out of necessity by immigrant families who could not afford a wedding cake, this tasty tradition has been handed down for generations in the diverse ethnic community that is Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley. Join the Mahoning Valley Historical Society for
Sat22
February 22 @ 6:05 pm EST
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 21 at 7:05pm and Saturday, February 22 at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Sat22
February 22 @ 7:00 pm EST
Harlem Quartet
St. John’s Episcopal Church 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts is excited to welcome Harlem Quartet, a New-York based string group, as the performer for its next installment of the Cliffe College Performing Arts Series to be held Saturday, February 22, at 7:00pm at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Currently quartet-in-residence at the John J. Cali School of
Sat22
February 22 @ 7:30 pm EST
Playboy of the Western World
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Youngstown State University presents “Playboy of the Western World” February 14-16 & February 21-23, 2025 in YSU Spotlight Theater in Bliss Hall. Step into the rugged beauty of rural Ireland with J.M. Synge’s classic masterpiece, “Playboy of the Western World.” This timeless comedy follows Christy Mahon, a charming young man whose tall tales of heroism
Sat22
February 22 @ 7:30 pm EST
August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean on the Main Stage February 21-March 2, 2025. Citizen Barlow is looking for peace. To get it, he’ll knock at Aunt Esther’s door every day if that’s what it takes. Set in 1904, the opening installment in Wilson’s The American Century Cycle includes the playwright’s
Sat22
February 22 @ 7:30 pm EST
Steal Away – Hopewell Theatre
Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States
Hopewell Theatre presents Steal Away by Ramona King, February 21, 22, 28, March 1 & 2. Five upstanding church ladies in Depression-era Chicago raise funds to send young Black women to college. But when they are denied a bank loan, the ladies, inspired by the famous criminal John Dillinger, take drastic measures and “steal away”! Will they pull it
Sat22
February 22 @ 8:00 pm EST
We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins. Connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe by following the formation of Hydrogen atoms to the synthesis of Carbon, and the molecules for life. Shows are Friday, January 31, February
Sun23
February 23 @ 2:00 pm EST
Playboy of the Western World
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Youngstown State University presents “Playboy of the Western World” February 14-16 & February 21-23, 2025 in YSU Spotlight Theater in Bliss Hall. Step into the rugged beauty of rural Ireland with J.M. Synge’s classic masterpiece, “Playboy of the Western World.” This timeless comedy follows Christy Mahon, a charming young man whose tall tales of heroism
Sun23
February 23 @ 2:30 pm EST
August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Playhouse presents August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean on the Main Stage February 21-March 2, 2025. Citizen Barlow is looking for peace. To get it, he’ll knock at Aunt Esther’s door every day if that’s what it takes. Set in 1904, the opening installment in Wilson’s The American Century Cycle includes the playwright’s
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