Free Event

LIT Youngstown Monthly Reader Series
Westside Bowl 2617 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United StatesLit Youngstown’s First Wednesday Reader Series presents poets Wendy McVicker of Athens, Ohio, and Philip Terman of Grove City, PA, accompanied by the Catro Trio: Dave Kana, Glenn Schaft &

First Fridays Youngstown – November
Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United StatesFirst Fridays Youngstown will be held on Friday, November 7 from 5:00pm-8:00pm along the Wick Corridor & Smokey Hollow. Step into an evening where art, history, and the wonderfully weird

America 250: Just How Weird is Ohio?
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County – Main Library 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesJust how weird is Ohio? It turns out that Ohio is very, very weird…and proud of it, too! Join author and paranormal investigator James Willis on this wild romp through

Fall Skywatch
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe night sky changes with the seasons and so does the Skywatch program. This LIVE traditional star talk covers the current night sky, constellation lore, and current astronomical events. The

Legends: Perseus & Andromeda
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesChildren and adults will enjoy this animated show where Aesop the owl leads you on a light-hearted journey as you look at the Greek mythology associated with some of our

We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesWhat 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

Ohio 250: November Movie Night
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County – Michael Kusalaba 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, United StatesEnjoy a night at the movies – old school – with a gritty crime classic that was partly filmed in our very own Buckeye State. The event is a viewing

Food for Thought Book Discussion
Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers 126 E. Rayen Ave., Youngstown, United StatesLit Youngstown’s Food for Thought book discussion group will meet at 5:30pm the second Thursday of each month at Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers. The series, sponsored by the

America 250: Ohio – Canfield Revolutionary War Veterans
Canfield Library 43 W. Main St., Canfield, OH, United StatesSuzy McCabe, President of the Canfield Historical Society, will present a lecture on Canfield Revolutionary War Veterans on Thursday, November 13 from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Canfield Library. In 1776, the

America 250: Ohio’s Black Hand Syndicate
Austintown Library 600 S. Raccoon Rd., Austintown, OH, United StatesSpend an evening with author David W. Myers as he discusses his book, Ohio’s Black Syndicate: The Birth of Organized Crime on Thursday, November 13 from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Austintown

Mr. Darby’s Christmas Open House
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques 7386 Market St., Boardman, OH, United StatesMr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques annual Christmas Open House will be on Thursday, November 13 from 6:00pm-8:30pm. Enjoy complimentary food, wine, and refreshments while you shop. Plus partake in a

We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesWhat 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

Legends: Perseus & Andromeda
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesChildren and adults will enjoy this animated show where Aesop the owl leads you on a light-hearted journey as you look at the Greek mythology associated with some of our

We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesWhat 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

Holiday Fun Day
Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesHoliday Fun Day is back at The Butler Institute of American Art on Sunday, November 16 from 12:00pm-3:00pm. The event is free and open to the public. After taking a

Bites and Bits of History: Across the State Line
Tyler History Center 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesJoin the Mahoning Valley Historical Society for the free lunchtime Bites and Bits of History lecture as Author and Sharon Historical Society President Taylor Galaska discusses The Shenango Valley’s Civil

Penguin City Night Market
Penguin City Brewing Company 460 E. Federal Street, OH, United StatesPenguin City Brewing Company presents the 2025 Penguin City Night Market Season. A night market filled with vendors, crafts, workshops, artist and nonprofit spotlights, specialty drinks, and food trucks. Family

We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesWhat 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

Legends: Perseus & Andromeda
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesChildren and adults will enjoy this animated show where Aesop the owl leads you on a light-hearted journey as you look at the Greek mythology associated with some of our

We Are Stars
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesWhat 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

Christmas at the Mill
Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United StatesEnjoy the traditional holiday atmosphere at Lanterman’s Mill on Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 from 11:00am-3:00pm. Fire-roasted chestnuts, unique handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment will lift

Christmas at the Mill
Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United StatesEnjoy the traditional holiday atmosphere at Lanterman’s Mill on Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 from 11:00am-3:00pm. Fire-roasted chestnuts, unique handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment will lift

Museum Store Sunday
Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesMuseum Store Sunday takes place across the nation at all museums on Sunday, November 30 to recognize museum stores and the importance they have in museums. Visit the gift shop

Youngstown Holiday Parade, Light-Up Night, and Flea On Phelps
Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United StatesCelebrate the most wonderful time of the year as the City of Youngstown, Youngstown CityScape, the Downtown Youngstown Partnership, and title sponsor WesBanco kick off the season with the 2025

Flea on Phelps
The Phelps Street Gateway Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesA special edition of the Youngstown Flea is coming to the Phelps Street Gateway in downtown Youngstown on Friday, December 5 from 4:00pm-8:00pm. Paired with the Youngstown Holiday Parade and

Let It Snow
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesA holiday music show celebrating the winter with popular holiday music comes to life on the dome at The Ward Beecher Planetarium, transporting the entire family to a magical wonderland

Holiday Flea
Youngstown Flea 365 E. Boardman Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYoungstown Flea presents Holiday Flea on Saturday, December 6 from 9:00am-3:00pm and on Sunday, December 7 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Shop 75+ local vendors. Pet-friendly, free admission and free parking. The two

The Alien Who Stole Christmas
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesEnjoy a tour of winter’s evening sky at The Ward Beecher Planetarium, then join jolly-old Saint Nick and Mr. Freep as they explore the solar system’s planets and meet the

“Polar Express” Trivia & Craft Night
Café Rosé 4491 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United StatesCafé Rosé presents “Polar Express” Trivia & Craft Night on Saturday, December 6 at 5:30pm. Grab a cup of cocoa and get crafty while testing your knowledge of the “Polar

Let It Snow
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesA holiday music show celebrating the winter with popular holiday music comes to life on the dome at The Ward Beecher Planetarium, transporting the entire family to a magical wonderland

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Holiday Flea
Youngstown Flea 365 E. Boardman Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYoungstown Flea presents Holiday Flea on Saturday, December 6 from 9:00am-3:00pm and on Sunday, December 7 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Shop 75+ local vendors. Pet-friendly, free admission and free parking. The two

Community Christmas Celebration
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesJoin Boardman Park for the annual Community Christmas Celebration on Sunday, December 7 from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Free to the community. Warm up with free hot chocolate by the fire pits on

YSU Youth Orchestra Concert
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s Dana School of Music presents the YSU Youth Orchestra Concert on Sunday, December 7 at 4:00pm at Stambaugh Auditorium. This is a free event, so no need to purchase

Frost & Lights: Winter Nights
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesTake a frosty evening stroll through Fellows Riverside Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights on December 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28, and January 3-4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Keep

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Early Rock & Roll/Rockabilly History in Ohio
Austintown Library 600 S. Raccoon Rd., Austintown, OH, United StatesOhio played a key role in the development of early rock and roll. Learn about Elvis’s first concert outside the South, the career of “Mr. Rock ‘N’ Roll” Alan Freed,

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Food for Thought Book Discussion
Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers 126 E. Rayen Ave., Youngstown, United StatesLit Youngstown’s Food for Thought book discussion group will meet at 5:30pm the second Thursday of each month at Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers. The series, sponsored by the

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Let It Snow
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesA holiday music show celebrating the winter with popular holiday music comes to life on the dome at The Ward Beecher Planetarium, transporting the entire family to a magical wonderland

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Festive Finds Weekend
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesFellows Riverside Gardens will host their annual Festive Finds Weekend on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 from 10:00am-7:00pm. Shop local and discover handcrafted treasures at this holiday shopping

Movie Matinee Christmas Edition
Boardman Library 7680 Glenwood Avenue, Boardman, OH, United StatesIt’s Christmas time! Celebrate with a classic movie filled with nostalgia, misadventures, and family fun. Light refreshments will be provided, but please feel free to bring your favorite movie theater

The Alien Who Stole Christmas
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesEnjoy a tour of winter’s evening sky at The Ward Beecher Planetarium, then join jolly-old Saint Nick and Mr. Freep as they explore the solar system’s planets and meet the

Holiday Nights at Lanterman’s Mill
Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United StatesEnjoy an extra special Christmas treat with a quiet evening visit to historic Lanterman’s Mill on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. You are invited to an

Frost & Lights: Winter Nights
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesTake a frosty evening stroll through Fellows Riverside Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights on December 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28, and January 3-4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Keep

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Let It Snow
Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesA holiday music show celebrating the winter with popular holiday music comes to life on the dome at The Ward Beecher Planetarium, transporting the entire family to a magical wonderland

Festive Finds Weekend
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesFellows Riverside Gardens will host their annual Festive Finds Weekend on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 from 10:00am-7:00pm. Shop local and discover handcrafted treasures at this holiday shopping

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Free Holiday Concert
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesGet into the holiday spirit with a festive evening of live music on Sunday, December 14 at 3:00pm at the historic St. James Meeting House in Boardman Park. The Park Avenue

Holiday Nights at Lanterman’s Mill
Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United StatesEnjoy an extra special Christmas treat with a quiet evening visit to historic Lanterman’s Mill on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. You are invited to an

Frost & Lights: Winter Nights
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesTake a frosty evening stroll through Fellows Riverside Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights on December 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28, and January 3-4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Keep

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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 7, 2025 through January

Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday

Bites and Bits of History: 19th Century Victorian Christmas Cards
Tyler History Center 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesJoin the Mahoning Valley Historical Society for the free lunchtime Bites and Bits of History lecture as Author and Historian Dr. George Johnson discuss 19th Century Victorian Christmas Cards on

Penguin City Night Market
Penguin City Brewing Company 460 E. Federal Street, OH, United StatesPenguin City Brewing Company presents the 2025 Penguin City Night Market Season. A night market filled with vendors, crafts, workshops, artist and nonprofit spotlights, specialty drinks, and food trucks. Family