Embrace the festive spirit in the heart of the Mahoning Valley as it has an array of events. From dazzling events to cheerful parades and heartwarming community gatherings, the Mahoning Valley has something for everyone to celebrate.
Don’t miss the chance to showcase your own event and spread joy—submit your 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.
April 2025
Fri18
April 18
National Animal Crackers Day
National Animal Crackers Day on April 18th each year celebrates a childhood favorite. A box of these sweet animal-shaped crackers not only provided a delicious snack, but they also offered a little entertainment, too! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalAnimalCrackersDay The celebration brings us back to our childhood memories and the many boxes of Animal
Fri18
April 18
National Lineman Appreciation Day
National Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18th honors the men and women who work around the clock to keep the power going. If the power is on where you are reading this article, you likely have a lineman to thank. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalLinemanAppreciationDay From the power plant, the grid crisscrossing the country
Fri18
April 18
National Columnists Day
National Columnists’ Day on April 18th honors all newspaper columnists and their contributions to the truth in black and white. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalColumnistsDay Columnists have the ability to inspire a plethora of emotions that often result in action. What many may not realize is that it is their intent. If their readers
Fri18
April 18
Good Friday
The Friday before Easter commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ in the Christian Faith and is called Good Friday. STN Inspirational Quotes To Keep You Inspired in 2023 #GoodFriday Christians around the world recall the biblical story of Jesus’s crucifixion on this day. The day goes by other names as well, such as Holy Friday,
Fri18
April 18 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm EDT
Easter Bunny – Southern Park Mall
Southern Park Mall 7401 Market Street, Boardman, OH, United States
Southern Park Mall invites you to visit Bunny at Center Court for a delightful photo experience that brings the joy and magic of Spring to life! This photo experience is an egg-cellent opportunity to create lasting memories together. Book your reservation today to secure your spot on a date and time that works for you.
Fri18
April 18 @ 7:00 pm EDT
The Grand Kyiv Ballet Presents: Swan Lake
DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Grand Kyiv Ballet Presents: Swan Lake on Friday, April 18, 2025 at 7:00pm at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. Swan Lake has retained its primacy in the hearts of viewers for over 100 years. This beautiful story and magnificent show were created based on the ancient German legend, which tells about the beautiful princess Odette,
Fri18
April 18 @ 8:00 pm EDT
Firefall
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Throughout Earth’s violent history, impacts from comets and asteroids have mercilessly shaped its surface. The ancient barrage continues today; from harmless meteors – those brilliant streaks in the night sky, to mountain sized boulders wandering perilously close to Earth. Terrifying and majestic, these invaders from space are capable of utter destruction yet they have delivered
Sat19
April 19
Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day
Each year, National Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day on April 19th honors the memory of those killed in the Oklahoma City bombing on April 19, 1995. The Oklahoma City bombing was a domestic terrorist bomb attack on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in downtown Oklahoma City. It remained the most destructive act of terrorism
Sat19
April 19
National Hanging Out Day
Each year on April 19th, Project Laundry List works with hundreds of other organizations to sponsor National Hanging Out Day. This day encourages communities to learn about the benefits, both financially and environmentally, of using a clothesline for drying laundry. According to Project Laundry Lists’ website, clothes dryers account for an astonishing six to ten percent of
Sat19
April 19 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am EDT
Breakfast & Tea with the Easter Bunny
Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States
Join Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room for Breakfast & Tea with the Easter Bunny. Enjoy Breakfast on Saturday, April 12 and 19, and Sunday, April 13 from 9:00am-11:00am or Tea on Saturday, April 12 from 3:00pm-5:00pm; Sunday, April 13 from 12:00pm-2:00pm; and Saturday, April 19 from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Reservations are required, call 330-533-4749. Breakfast is $21.00
Sat19
April 19 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
Austintown Bounce Easter Egg Hunt
Austintown Bounce 6000 Mahoning Ave., Austintown, United States
Join Austintown Bounce for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 from 10:00am-12:00pm. Admission is $12 per child and includes bouncing and an Easter Egg Hunt by age groups. The Easter bunny will be on site for pictures! For more information, follow the Austintown Bounce Facebook page.
Sat19
April 19 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT
Super Toy Events
Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States
Super Toy Events will be on Saturday, April 19 from 10:00am-3:00pm at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Admission is $5 per person. Shop hundreds of vendors selling new and vintage toys, comics, video games, diecast and more. Swag bag to the first 300 spectators. Cosplay contest at 2:00pm. Interactive character appearances. For more information, visit the Super
Sat19
April 19 @ 11:00 am – 8:00 pm EDT
Easter Bunny – Southern Park Mall
Southern Park Mall 7401 Market Street, Boardman, OH, United States
Southern Park Mall invites you to visit Bunny at Center Court for a delightful photo experience that brings the joy and magic of Spring to life! This photo experience is an egg-cellent opportunity to create lasting memories together. Book your reservation today to secure your spot on a date and time that works for you.
Sat19
April 19 @ 2:00 pm EDT
One World, One Sky
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,
Sat19
April 19 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm EDT
Breakfast & Tea with the Easter Bunny
Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States
Join Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room for Breakfast & Tea with the Easter Bunny. Enjoy Breakfast on Saturday, April 12 and 19, and Sunday, April 13 from 9:00am-11:00am or Tea on Saturday, April 12 from 3:00pm-5:00pm; Sunday, April 13 from 12:00pm-2:00pm; and Saturday, April 19 from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Reservations are required, call 330-533-4749. Breakfast is $21.00
Sat19
April 19 @ 8:00 pm EDT
Firefall
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Throughout Earth’s violent history, impacts from comets and asteroids have mercilessly shaped its surface. The ancient barrage continues today; from harmless meteors – those brilliant streaks in the night sky, to mountain sized boulders wandering perilously close to Earth. Terrifying and majestic, these invaders from space are capable of utter destruction yet they have delivered
Sat19
April 19 @ 8:00 pm EDT
Bob Dylan – Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour
DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
Bob Dylan’s Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour is coming to Powers Auditorium at the DeYor Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 19 at 8:00pm. Bob Dylan’s career has lasted the better part of fifty years now. He has never gotten by on sentimentality or nostalgia. He has never repeated his successes. Dylan has always pushed
Sun20
April 20
Volunteer Recognition Day
Volunteer Recognition Day is the annual celebration of those who selflessly benefit the lives of others. By providing a helping hand to those in need, humans and animals alike, we are all naturally working towards making the world a better place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #VolunteerRecognitionDay Every single one of us has been benefited
Sun20
April 20 @ 9:15 am – 10:30 am EDT
Yoga Basics Course
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
Release physical and mental tensions while gradually improving strength & flexibility. Gentle and thorough, welcoming and inclusive, Yoga Basics classes are guided by experienced instructor Karres Cvetkovich. Held at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sundays from 9:15am-10:30am through April 27, 2025. $96/course. Register online on the Mill Creek MetroParks website or call 330-740-7116 ext. 230.
Sun20
April 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm EDT
Easter Brunch – BYOB
Penguin City Beer 460 E. Federal Street, OH, United States
Build Your Own Breakfast (BYOB) presents an Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 20 from 10:00am-4:00pm at Penguin City Brewing Company. Along with brunch, the Easter Bunny will be available for photos to take home! Alice in Wonderland will be making an appearance at 12:30pm and an Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 1:30pm!
Sun20
April 20 @ 11:00 am EDT
Easter Buffet – Waypoint 4180
Waypoint 4180 4180 Westford Place, Canfield, OH, United States
Celebrate Easter Sunday with an exclusive menu at Waypoint 4180. Reservations for two seatings: 11:00am-2:00pm and 2:00pm-4:00pm. Call 330-533-6692 to make your reservations or visit the Waypoint 4180 website.
Sun20
April 20 @ 12:00 pm EDT
Easter Day Luncheon
The Vineyards at Pine Lake 14101 Market Street, Columbiana, OH, United States
The Vineyards at Pine Lake will host an Easter Day Luncheon on Sunday, April 20. There are two time slots available: 12:00pm-1:30pm and 2:00pm-3:30pm. Adult’s tickets are $40, Senior Tickets are $35, Children’s Tickets ages 4-12 are $20, and children’s tickets 3 and under are FREE. All individuals must pre order a ticket in order
Sun20
April 20 @ 6:00 pm EDT
Resurrection Concert
New Bethel Baptist Church 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, United States
Enjoy an evening filled with soul-stirring melodies and powerful worship at the Instruments of Praise Resurrection Concert entitled “Advancing the Kingdom of God Through Our Worship” (“It’s all about Him”) John 4:23-24(KJV). This highly requested event will take place on Sunday, April 20, at 6:00pm (doors open at 5:00pm) at New Bethel Baptist Church)
