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Events for October 17, 2026
Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods
Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods is celebrating 32 years in 2026! More than 230 quality craftspeople and artisans will gather on October 10-11 and 17-18, 2026 from 9:00am-5:00pm at the
Fall Harvest Weekends – White House Fruit Farm
Join White House Fruit Farm for harvest season! The Market, Fall Gift Barn & Pumpkin Pavilion will be open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. The Fall Gift Barn is stocked
Meditation on American Masterpieces – The Butler Institute of American Art
Take a moment to slow down, reflect, and connect with art through the Butler’s new meditation program. This program invites visitors to practice mindful awareness through thoughtful observation and reflection
Night-LITE
It is the popular Halloween light and music extravaganza, presented in a fun, non-scary style, making this show ideal for all ages. Unique songs included that are not in Nightlights!
Pumpkin Carve-Out Contest
Show off your creativity at Boardman Park’s Pumpkin Carve Out Contest! Pick your pumpkin and create a spooky, silly, or one-of-a-kind design to be featured as part of the park’s
Couples Therapy – The Youngstown Playhouse
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter with Couples Therapy, presented by JSK Productions and starring Youngstown Playhouse favorites Dr. John Cox and Brandy Johanntges! This hilarious and interactive
Halloween Lights Drive-Thru
Get into the Halloween spirit with a spooky and family-friendly drive-thru experience at Boardman Park! From October 14–31, enjoy dozens of creepy creatures and glowing displays lighting up the park—all
YSU Homecoming Parade
The Youngstown State University Homecoming Parade will step-off at 3:30pm on Saturday, October 17. The parade starts downtown and goes up Fifth Ave towards Stambaugh Stadium. The football game is
Tea With Anastasia & Drizella – Piccadilly Parlour
Step into a magical tea party with Anastasia and Drizella at Piccadilly Parlour! Enjoy a festive character-themed tea experience featuring delicious food, tea, and plenty of fun. Come dressed for
Family Fall Fest – Boardman Park
Celebrate the magic of autumn at Boardman Park’s Family Fall Fest! Gather the family for an evening filled with seasonal activities, festive fun, and plenty of fall memories. Hop aboard
YSU Football – Home
Cheer on the YSU Penguins at home football games in the Stambaugh Stadium! Enjoy the excitement of college football, connect with the community, and show your Penguin pride all season
Zombie Prom
Get ready for the Valley’s biggest Halloween costume party! Hot 101 welcomes The Zombie Prom, presented by the Canfield Haunted House & Hayride, on Saturday, October 17, at the Canfield
Haunted Trolley Tour: Ghosts & Legends of Mill Creek Park
Is Mill Creek Park Haunted? Journey into the Park at night aboard the Cohasset Express trolley to look for ghostly figures and unexplained orbs of light while docents share otherworldly
Nightlights
The Ward Beecher Planetarium’s spooky and spectacular annual Halloween event has been going strong since 1974. You won’t believe your eyes or ears! COME IN COSTUME! Great for all ages,
Canfield Haunted House & Hayride
Get ready for a fright-filled night at the Canfield Haunted House & Hayride this fall! From October 2 through November 1, brave your way through the haunted house and take