Rock the Lot – YSU Football Preseason Tailgate Party

Stambaugh Stadium – Youngstown State University 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The 1st annual Rock the Lot YSU Football Preseason Tailgate Party will be held on Saturday, August 19 starting at 3:00pm. The opening act will take the stage at 5:30pm, followed by the incredible performance by The Vindys at 8:00pm. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food from a variety of food

Hot Air Balloon Festival – Mastropietro Winery

Mastropietro Winery 14558 Ellsworth Rd., Berlin Center, OH, United States

Mastropietro Winery’s 15th annual Hot Air Balloon Festival is Sunday, August 20 from 12:00pm-8:00pm. $5 per person cover charge. Children 12 and under are free. There will be several food and craft vendors. Balloons arrive around 4:30pm. Launch is usually between 5:30 pm-6:30pm (FAA controls this). Bring lawn chairs. No outside food/coolers permitted. More details

Shaker Woods Festival 2023

Shaker Woods Grounds 44337 County Line Rd., Columbiana, OH, United States

The 42nd annual Shaker Woods Festival will be held August 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27, 2023 featuring more than 200 of the best juried craftspeople in the country. Each craftsperson will be dressed in Shaker period clothing while demonstrating and selling their remarkable handmade wares. While on the grounds, bring your walking shoes for a journey

Fireworks – Lake Milton Association

Lake Milton State Park 16801 Mahoning Ave., Lake Milton, OH, United States

The summer slowly comes to an end – but not the fun at Lake Milton. The Lake Milton Association will have a fireworks display on Saturday, August 26. Enjoy great viewing from Craig Beach and Halliday’s Winery.

Canfield Fair 2023

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

The 177th Canfield Fair will be held August 30-September 4, 2023. Ohio’s largest county fair, the fairgrounds cover 350 acres with a wide variety of exhibits, rides, livestock, crafts and the best fair food you’ll ever eat! Special entertainment in the Grandstand includes Koe Wetzel performing on Sunday, September 3; and Boyz II Men performing

Koe Wetzel – Canfield Fair

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Koe Wetzel will perform in the Grandstand at the Canfield Fair on Sunday, September 3 at 7:30pm. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com.

Boyz II Men – Canfield Fair

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Boyz II Men will perform in the Grandstand at the Canfield Fair on Monday, September 4 at 7:00pm. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com.

Antiques in the Woods

Shaker Woods Grounds 44337 County Line Rd., Columbiana, OH, United States

Antiques in the Woods returns on Saturday, September 9 from 9:00am-4:00pm and Sunday, September 10 from 9:00am-3:00pm on the beautiful Shaker Woods Grounds. Follow the Antiques in the Woods Facebook page for the latest event information.

Fall Harvest Weekends – White House Fruit Farm

White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States

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 with beautiful fall and holiday decor, gift ideas, family fun, apparel and more. The Pumpkin Pavilion is perfect for picking pumpkins, gourds, straw, corn stalks

Founders Day Open House

Arms Family Museum 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will be celebrating 148 years of preserving the history of the Mahoning Valley at the Founder’s Day Open House on Sunday, September 10 from 12:00pm-4:00pm at the Arms Family Museum. This is a free, family event. Activities will include tours of Greystone, a guided walking tour of Wick Avenue, along

Silly Science Sunday

OH WOW! Children’s Center for Science & Technology 15 Central Square, Youngstown, OH, United States

Join OH WOW! Children’s Center for Science & Technology for their 13th annual STREAM Festival on Sunday, September 17 from 11am-4pm. OH WOW! spills onto Downtown Youngstown for a street festival focused on hands-on, interactive STEM displays, exhibits, and stage shows! Watermelon explosions will be just one of many demonstrations happening outside the Center’s doors

Hola Fest

Wean Foundation Park 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

¡Hola Fest! is the largest Hispanic Heritage celebration in Youngstown, Ohio, highlighting (H)ispanic (O)r (L)atin (A)merican (HOLA) culture and all its diversity. For the 1st annual experience, they are in-person and featuring nationally recognized entertainers and celebrating the heritage of 15 Latin American countries with Hispanics of all backgrounds and ages. There will be Latin

Youngstown Oktoberfest

The Phelps Street Gateway Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

The City of Youngstown presents the 2nd annual Youngstown Oktoberfest on Phelps Street on Saturday, September 23 from 3pm-7pm on the Phelps Street Gateway in downtown Youngstown. Family fun includes kids games & prizes, face painting, amazing local food vendors, amazing photo ops, and friendly characters to meet! Free to the public. Please visit www.youngstownohio.gov/events

10th Anniversary Event – The Amish Market

The Amish Market 6121 South Ave., Boardman, OH, United States

Join The Amish Market for their 10th Anniversary Event September 28-30. The Fall Anniversary Event includes family fun, event only vendor specials, fall specialty foods, apple cider, candy and caramel apples, fry pies, BBQ chicken, pulled pork and lamb. Hours are Thursday, September 28 and Friday, September 29, 9:00am-6:00pm; and Saturday, September 30, 8:00am-4:00pm. For more

Youngstown Phantoms Home-Opener

Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Clark Cup Champion Youngstown Phantoms take on Team USA for the first home game of the season! Join them for the Home-Opener and Banner Raising on Saturday, September 30. Game time is 7:05pm. There will be $5 tickets and $2 pints. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK. Don’t miss the Youngstown Phantoms Home-Opener Tailgate from 3:00pm-6:00pm! Enjoy

Boardman Rotary Oktoberfest

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

The 47th annual Boardman Rotary Oktoberfest is the area’s largest one day arts and crafts event drawing vendors from five states. This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Boardman Township Park from 9:00am to 5:00pm. There is a $5 admission fee for adults and children 12 and over. There is FREE

First Fridays

Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Downtown Youngstown Partnership presents First Fridays on Friday, October 6 from 5:00pm-10:00pm in downtown Youngstown. Support our businesses, arts & culture: The Butler Institute of American Art will be hosting an evening of art activities, docent-led tours, and a membership drive – sign up to become a member at the event and receive a

YSU vs. Southern Illinois – Football

Stambaugh Stadium – Youngstown State University 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown State University Penguins take on the Southern Illinois University Salukis at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday, October 7. Game time is 6:00pm. For tickets, call 330-941-1YSU or visit their website for ticket and game day information. Go Guins!

Youngstown Peace Race

YMCA 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown, OH, United States

The 49th annual Youngstown Peace Race takes place on Sunday, October 8, 2023. The event includes a 200-Meter Kids Fun Run, 2-Mile Run/Walk and 10K Run. Packet pick-up takes place on Thursday, October 5 at Eastwood Mall Center Court from 4-8pm and on Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7 at Second Sole in Boardman

Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods

Shaker Woods Grounds 44337 County Line Rd., Columbiana, OH, United States

This October is Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods’ 29th year of hosting attendees from across the country at Shaker Woods in Columbiana, Ohio. More than 200 quality craftspeople and artisans will gather at the festival on October 14-15 and 21-22, 2023. In a manicured, wooded setting, juried costumed crafters will have their booths decorated in

Food Trucks and Football

Wean Foundation Park 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

The City of Youngstown invites you to Food Trucks and Football on Saturday, October 14 from 6:00pm-10:00pm at Wean Park. This free event will feature food trucks, bounce house, and live DJ. Watch the game on the outdoor screen! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Free parking at the Covelli Centre.

Latin Fire

DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

As the weather gets colder, Powers Auditorium will get hotter as Latin Fire erupts from the stage. Guest Conductor Francisco Noya will lead Your Youngstown Symphony Orchestra through a dazzling pops concert full of Latin flare. Saturday, October 14 at 7:30pm. Visit the Youngstown Symphony website for more information.

Pumpkin Walk at Twilight

Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Experience the magic of the fall season during Pumpkin Walk at Twilight on Sunday, October 15, from 4-8pm at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Take a stroll along the Gardens’ pumpkin-lined paths as day turns to night. Be sure to visit Scarecrow Row located near the Margaret Cushwa Education Building. Scarecrow Row features various scarecrows dressed and decorated

Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods

Shaker Woods Grounds 44337 County Line Rd., Columbiana, OH, United States

This October is Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods’ 29th year of hosting attendees from across the country at Shaker Woods in Columbiana, Ohio. More than 200 quality craftspeople and artisans will gather at the festival on October 14-15 and 21-22, 2023. In a manicured, wooded setting, juried costumed crafters will have their booths decorated in

YSU vs. Illinois State – Football

Stambaugh Stadium – Youngstown State University 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown State University Penguins take on the Illinois State University Redbirds at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday, October 21 in this year’s Homecoming football game. Game time is 2:00pm. For tickets, call 330-941-1YSU or visit their website for ticket and game day information. Go Guins! The Homecoming Parade will begin at 12:00pm on Fifth Avenue.

Family Fall Fest – Boardman Park

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Boardman Park invites everyone to the Family Fall Fest on Saturday, October 21 from 4:00pm-7:00pm. This free event will include Halloween Carnival games, bouncers, live music, face painting, straw mini-maze, bonfire, non-haunted wagon rides and so much more. Concessions will be available. Most activities will be at the Thomas C. Masters Pavilion area. For more

Youngstown Half Marathon

Second Sole Youngstown 755 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman, OH, United States

The Youngstown Half Marathon, 3 Person Relay, 5K and Kids Fun Run takes place on Sunday, October 22, 2023. For registration and race information, visit the Youngstown Half Marathon website.

Monster Mash Murder

Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana, OH, United States

Musical Mysteries and More from Pittsburgh, PA is a murder mystery production company presenting hilarious, audience-interactive mystery shows. Celebrate Halloween with a fun who-dun-it and help solve the mystery of the Monster Mash Murder! The event of the century is at hand as Witch Hazel turns a century older. Old friends like Frankenstein’s Monster, the

YSU vs. Missouri State – Football

Stambaugh Stadium – Youngstown State University 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown State University Penguins take on the Missouri State University Bears at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday, October 28. Game time is 2:00pm. For tickets, call 330-941-1YSU or visit their website for ticket and game day information. Go Guins!

Youngstown Phantoms – Halloween Game

Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Sioux Falls Stampede at the Covelli Centre on Saturday, October 28. Game time is 7:05pm. It is the Halloween Game. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit their website.

Pandora’s Box

Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Stambaugh Auditorium will present the silent film Pandora’s Box with live organ accompaniment provided by Jay Spencer on Sunday, October 29 at 2:30pm. The annual event typically brings over 1500 audience members to the Concert Hall for a Halloween extravaganza. Pandora’s Box is a 1928 silent film based on two plays by Frank Wedekind; Earth

Youngstown Flea

Youngstown Flea 365 E. Boardman Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Flea “Market for Makers” returns for season 8 in the heart of downtown Youngstown. Dates are: February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, October 7 & November 4. Hours are 9:00am-3:00pm. Additional plans, for “pop-up” and Holiday markets, are in the works. For more

Fall Open House – Birds in Flight Sanctuary

Birds in Flight Sanctuary will host a Fall Festival & Grand Opening on Saturday, November 4 from 10:00am-5:00pm. There will be over 30 craft vendors, food trucks, music, wagon rides and much more. Come learn about what they do at the sanctuary to help our local wildlife and maybe even meet one of the education ambassadors!

Midwest Holiday Antique Show

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Craven Promotions presents the second Midwest Holiday Antique Show this year on Sunday, November 5, 2023 from 9:00am-3:00pm at the Canfield Fairgrounds Event Center. There will be all vintage-antique Christmas, Easter, Halloween and Thanksgiving items. $10 admission. For more information, contact Mark Craven at 425-750-5416 or oldhalloween@yahoo.com, or visit their Facebook page.

Holiday Open House – Mr. Darby’s

Mr. Darby’s Antique & Collectible Emporium 8574 Market St., Boardman, OH, United States

Mr. Darby’s Antique & Collectible Emporium presents a Holiday Open House on Thursday, November 9 from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Enjoy complementary food, wine & desserts while shopping for holiday gifts, both old & new! Proceeds to be donated to Cleveland Clinic Kidney & Diabetes Foundations.

YSU vs. South Dakota State – Football

Stambaugh Stadium – Youngstown State University 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown State University Penguins take on the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday, November 11. Game time is 12:00pm. For tickets, call 330-941-1YSU or visit their website for ticket and game day information. Go Guins!

America the Beautiful

Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana, OH, United States

Celebrate Veteran’s Day at the Inn with Akron, Ohio’s “MoonLight Serenaders” Big Band! This amazing orchestra will bring back the 1940’s with the most cherished tunes of the era, the music that boosted the spirits of the country and its GI’s during World War II, playing favorites like Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, String of Pearls,

Carmen – Opera Western Reserve

DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

Opera Western Reserve presents Bizet’s Carmen on Friday, November 17 at 7:30pm at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. Written by Georges Bizet, Carmen is one of the most well-known operas. It follows the title character as she gains the favor of a soldier, Jose, who is already involved with Micaela all while the bullfighter, Escamillo, tries

Santa’s Arrival – Southern Park Mall

Southern Park Mall 7401 Market Street, Boardman, OH, United States

Southern Park Mall will welcome Santa for the season as he makes his grand arrival on Saturday, November 18 at 11:00am. Guests are invited to join the parade as Santa marches to his house in Center Court. Santa will parade throughout Southern Park accompanied by The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, stilt walker, Boardman High School Marching

Winter Craft Show

The Vineyards at Pine Lake 14101 Market Street, Columbiana, OH, United States

The Vineyards at Pine Lake is hosting a Winter Craft Show on Sunday, November 19 from 12:00pm-5:00pm with an updated layout that will benefit vendors and guests. You will be sure to shop till you drop with these hand picked crafts! Free admission.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

Cirque Dreams Holidaze is coming to the DeYor Performing Arts Center on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 7:00pm. Cirque Dreams Holidaze dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. As lights dim and the music swells, audiences will have visions of

Christmas at Lanterman’s Mill

Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Enjoy the traditional holiday atmosphere at Lanterman’s Mill. Fire-roasted chestnuts, artisans demonstrating crafts, unique handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment will lift your spirits. Santa will be visiting the mill on both days. Indulge in some tasty treats from two concession stands. To share the holiday spirit with others, bring a new hat, scarf

TubaChristmas & Holiday Craft Show

Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Stambaugh Auditorium’s Holiday Craft Show will return as part of the 50th annual Tuba Christmas Concert on Sunday, November 26, 2023. In its sixth year at Stambaugh Auditorium, the 3:30pm concert features local tuba players joining together to perform a variety of Christmas classics. The Craft Show will feature local artisans and crafters before and

Youngstown Holiday Parade, Christmas Tree Lighting & Flea on Phelps

Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United States

The City of Youngstown, Youngstown CityScape, the Downtown Youngstown Partnership, and title sponsor Premier Bank are excited to present this year’s Youngstown Holiday Parade, Christmas Tree Lighting & Flea on Phelps on Friday, December 1 from 4:00pm-8:00pm. Activities on Central Square will begin at 4:00pm on Friday, December 1 with all of the amazing vendors

52nd Annual American Holiday at The Butler Arts & Crafts Show

Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

An American Holiday at The Butler, an annual arts and craft show, will be held on Saturday, December 2 from 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, December 3 from 10:00am-4:00pm. The holiday show and sale will feature original, one of a kind creations from some of the area’s finest artists and artisans inside the museum – a historical

Christmas on the Farm – White House Fruit Farm

White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States

Take a horse-drawn wagon ride through the orchard, shop the Winter Gift Barn, enjoy hot chocolate and coffee from Cozé, and roast hot dogs and s’mores over a fire. Even Santa and his reindeer make an appearance from 11:00am–2:00pm each day! Take home holiday donuts, baked goods, Christmas Gold Rush apple cider, or Hartzler’s Eggnog.

Home Alone: Movie with Orchestra Accompaniment

DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by Your Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who’s accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling

Horse & Carriage Rides – DeBartolo Commons

DeBartolo Commons at the Southern Park Mall 7401 Market St., Boardman, OH, United States

Families can enjoy FREE horse and carriage rides at DeBartolo Commons! Visit DeBartolo Commons on the following days for a free ride: Friday, November 24 – 4:00pm-8:00pm Friday, December 8 – 4:00pm-8:00pm Friday, December 15 – 4:00pm-8:00pm Saturday, December 23 – 12:00pm-4:00pm Saturday, December 30 – 12:00pm-4:00pm Sunday, December 31 – 12:00pm-4:00pm

Elegant Illusions Christmas Lights Drive-Through

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Elegant Christmas Lighting is proud to bring back the holiday light drive through experience to the Canfield Fairgrounds. This event features LED displays, the latest in animatronics and over 50 holiday scene displays. The event will run Thursdays-Sundays, November 16-December 24, 2023. Hours are Thursday 6:00pm-9:00pm, Friday-Saturday 6:00pm-10:00pm, and Sunday 6:00pm-9:00pm. Ticket prices are Cars/Trucks/SUV’s/Vans

Holiday Light Display – Boardman Park

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Enjoy a holiday drive-thru light display at Boardman Park and marvel at the beautiful light displays! It’s free and is open from 5:00pm-10:00pm each night December 3, 2023 through January 7, 2024. Tune into 88.9FM to enjoy several light displays that are synchronized to a variety of your favorite holiday songs. Great way to enjoy