Zombie Prom – University Theatre

Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States

YSU University Theatre is thrilled to announce the opening of its 60th anniversary season with the electrifying production of “Zombie Prom.” This cult classic musical promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. “Zombie Prom” is a musical comedy set in the atomic 1950s, where a teenage girl falls in

Canfield Book Sale

Canfield Library 43 W. Main St., Canfield, OH, United States

The Friends of the Library’s Canfield Committee will host its annual Book Sale on Saturday, October 7 from 9:00am-1:00pm at the Canfield Library. Proceeds of the book sale are used to benefit the Library. The public is invited to donate books for the Sale and to bring them October 7 from 8:00am-9:00am during the set-up

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 Weekends – Molnar Farms

Molnar Farms 3115 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH, United States

Join Molnar Farms for Fall Weekends on Saturdays and Sundays from September 30-October 29, 2023. Find your way through their family-friendly corn maze. Enjoy a hayride through the farm with a stop at the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin, right from the vine! Kid’s straw maze and play area will also

Fall Charity Rummage Sale

Redeemer Lutheran Church 2305 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown, OH, United States

Austintown Redeemer Lutheran Church will be having a Fall Charity Rummage Sale to benefit both the Veterans’ Outreach and the Youngstown Blue Coates. The sale is Friday, October 6 from 8:00am-5:00pm and Saturday, October 7 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Items are not priced but a donation is encouraged to support these local nonprofits to aid local Veterans

J&L Narrow Gauge Railroad – Public Train Rides

J&L Narrow Gauge Railroad 2261 Hubbard Road, Youngstown, OH, United States

Come ride the J&L Narrow Gauge Railroad on one of the Public Operating Days with the J&L 58 steam locomotive. No reservations needed, just come between 10:00am and 2:00pm to ride the train (please arrive by 1:30pm to make sure you catch the last run). $8.00 for adults, children 5 and under are free. Also

Eastern Regional Tridex Trick Dog Expo

Collingwood Center 633 Porter Ave., Campbell, OH, United States

The Collingwood Center will host the TriDEx Eastern Regional Trick Dog Expo on Saturday, October 7 from 10:00am-5:00pm. It is a $25 fee which includes all workshops, with or without your dog! Workshops include: tricks, stunt dog, canine conditioning, and animal actors. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, go to collingwoodcenter.com/events.

Fall Exhibitions – McDonough Museum

John J. McDonough Museum of Art 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The John J. McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University’s Center of Contemporary Art, is excited to announce the opening of the fall season with four exhibitions. Shona Macdonald’s Flash of Light Illumines a Dark Landscape and the #notwhite collective’s #notwhite collective will be on display September 5 – November 4. The work of Betsy

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

Celebrate Poland – Fall Festival

Poland Village Hall 308 S Main St., Poland, OH, United States

Celebrate Poland will have their Fall Festival on Saturday, October 7 from 11:00am-6:00pm at Poland Village Hall. There will be music, marketplace, food trucks, games, raffles, and fun characters. There will also be contests for a Bake Off, Pumpkin Decorating, and Pet Dress Up. For more information, follow the Celebrate Poland Facebook Group.

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 23 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018, 2021 and 2022 in the USA Today poll. The

Hocus Pocus Tea – Piccadilly Parlour

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room presents Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters and Wednesday Addams! Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters on: Friday, October 6 – 6:00pm-8:00pm Saturday, October 14 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday, October 15 – 12:00pm-2:00pm & 3:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, October 21 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea

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!

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

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

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Caged Insanity, and Nightmare Factory (both new for 2023), and Barn of Evil, Gore Reformatory, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons

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

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons features attractions including Slaughterhouse, The Crypt, and Sinister Swamp. There is a also Nightmare Lounge for ages 21+ featuring food trucks and merchandise. Open September 29-October 29, 2023: Fridays & Saturdays from 7:00pm-11:00pm; and Sundays from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Visit their website for the latest news and ticket information.

Youngstown Phantoms vs. Des Moines Buccaneers

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

The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Des Moines Buccaneers at the Covelli Centre on Saturday, October 7. Game time is 7:05pm. It is Phantoms Phight Cancer Night. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit their website.

Zombie Prom – University Theatre

Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States

YSU University Theatre is thrilled to announce the opening of its 60th anniversary season with the electrifying production of “Zombie Prom.” This cult classic musical promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. “Zombie Prom” is a musical comedy set in the atomic 1950s, where a teenage girl falls in

National Hero Day

On October 8th, National Hero Day honors the people we look up to and who inspire us to be the best person we can possibly be. #NationalHeroDay If asked to define the word hero, many of us will name the qualities that demand a person rise above, the qualities that genuinely drive a person to

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

Fall Weekends – Molnar Farms

Molnar Farms 3115 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH, United States

Join Molnar Farms for Fall Weekends on Saturdays and Sundays from September 30-October 29, 2023. Find your way through their family-friendly corn maze. Enjoy a hayride through the farm with a stop at the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin, right from the vine! Kid’s straw maze and play area will also

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

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 23 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018, 2021 and 2022 in the USA Today poll. The

Hocus Pocus Tea – Piccadilly Parlour

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room presents Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters and Wednesday Addams! Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters on: Friday, October 6 – 6:00pm-8:00pm Saturday, October 14 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday, October 15 – 12:00pm-2:00pm & 3:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, October 21 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea

Basket Raffle at Westside Bowl

Westside Bowl 2617 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

A Basket Raffle will be held at Westside Bowl on Sunday, October 8 from 12:00pm-4:00pm. The Basket Raffle will feature over 100 baskets, 50/50 raffle, bake sale and more. Food and drinks available. Proceeds benefit the Help Save the Mill Creek Park Deer group.

Autumn Trolley Tour

Ford Nature Center 840 Old Furnace Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express! Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay in advance. Tours sell out fast – visit the Mill Creek MetroParks events calendar for the latest information and to register/pay. For more information, call 330-740-7107 x 129. Autumn Trolley Tour dates

Zombie Prom – University Theatre

Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States

YSU University Theatre is thrilled to announce the opening of its 60th anniversary season with the electrifying production of “Zombie Prom.” This cult classic musical promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. “Zombie Prom” is a musical comedy set in the atomic 1950s, where a teenage girl falls in

Autumn Trolley Tour

Ford Nature Center 840 Old Furnace Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express! Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay in advance. Tours sell out fast – visit the Mill Creek MetroParks events calendar for the latest information and to register/pay. For more information, call 330-740-7107 x 129. Autumn Trolley Tour dates

Hocus Pocus Tea – Piccadilly Parlour

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room presents Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters and Wednesday Addams! Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters on: Friday, October 6 – 6:00pm-8:00pm Saturday, October 14 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday, October 15 – 12:00pm-2:00pm & 3:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, October 21 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

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

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Caged Insanity, and Nightmare Factory (both new for 2023), and Barn of Evil, Gore Reformatory, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons

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

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons features attractions including Slaughterhouse, The Crypt, and Sinister Swamp. There is a also Nightmare Lounge for ages 21+ featuring food trucks and merchandise. Open September 29-October 29, 2023: Fridays & Saturdays from 7:00pm-11:00pm; and Sundays from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Visit their website for the latest news and ticket information.

Fall Exhibitions – McDonough Museum

John J. McDonough Museum of Art 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The John J. McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University’s Center of Contemporary Art, is excited to announce the opening of the fall season with four exhibitions. Shona Macdonald’s Flash of Light Illumines a Dark Landscape and the #notwhite collective’s #notwhite collective will be on display September 5 – November 4. The work of Betsy

Autumn Trolley Tour

Ford Nature Center 840 Old Furnace Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express! Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay in advance. Tours sell out fast – visit the Mill Creek MetroParks events calendar for the latest information and to register/pay. For more information, call 330-740-7107 x 129. Autumn Trolley Tour dates

Autumn Trolley Tour

Ford Nature Center 840 Old Furnace Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express! Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay in advance. Tours sell out fast – visit the Mill Creek MetroParks events calendar for the latest information and to register/pay. For more information, call 330-740-7107 x 129. Autumn Trolley Tour dates

Fall Exhibitions – McDonough Museum

John J. McDonough Museum of Art 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The John J. McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University’s Center of Contemporary Art, is excited to announce the opening of the fall season with four exhibitions. Shona Macdonald’s Flash of Light Illumines a Dark Landscape and the #notwhite collective’s #notwhite collective will be on display September 5 – November 4. The work of Betsy

Fall Exhibitions – McDonough Museum

John J. McDonough Museum of Art 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The John J. McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University’s Center of Contemporary Art, is excited to announce the opening of the fall season with four exhibitions. Shona Macdonald’s Flash of Light Illumines a Dark Landscape and the #notwhite collective’s #notwhite collective will be on display September 5 – November 4. The work of Betsy

Candy Crawl – Southern Park Mall

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

Enjoy a spooky night of trick-or-treating with your family at Southern Park Mall! On Thursday, October 12 from 5:00pm-7:00pm (until supplies last), you can park your broom or wear a mask, just come dressed up that’s all we ask! Candy Crawl will begin outdoors at DeBartolo Commons where kids can watch their favorite princess and superhero

Nutty Night Out

Inner Circle Poland 1816 Boardman Poland Road, Poland, OH, United States

Ballet Western Reserve (BWR) will host Nutty Night Out on Thursday, October 12 from 6:00pm-9:00pm at Inner Circle Poland. The event will raise funds for the Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker. Nutty Night Out will feature many basket raffles, a 50/50 raffle, specialty drinks and celebrity bartenders from WKBN news. Some of the prizes

Wine and Cider Adventure – Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Maze Craze will host a Wine and Cider Adventure on September 28, October 5 & 12 from 6-11pm, rain or shine. Wind your way thru the rows of corn and follow the paths on your maze map to discover the tasting stations located throughout a designated portion of the maze or enjoy samples located in

Pumpkin Carving – Fellows Riverside Gardens

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

Have fun helping to carve pumpkins for display at the annual Pumpkin Walk at Twilight at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The outdoor carving area will be located in the back North section of the parking lot at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Pumpkins and carving tools will be supplied or feel free to bring your own carving tools.

Community Children’s Concert

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

On Friday, October 13, 2023, at 10:00am, guest conductor, Francisco Noya, will lead the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra through an educational experience for children/students of all ages, in Powers Auditorium at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. This concert will introduce children to classic Latin and Spanish music, such as La Bamba, Tico-Tico no Fubá, and many

Fall Exhibitions – McDonough Museum

John J. McDonough Museum of Art 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The John J. McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University’s Center of Contemporary Art, is excited to announce the opening of the fall season with four exhibitions. Shona Macdonald’s Flash of Light Illumines a Dark Landscape and the #notwhite collective’s #notwhite collective will be on display September 5 – November 4. The work of Betsy

Speaker Series – Steel Museum

Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor 151 West Wood St., Youngstown, OH, United States

As part of the Downtown Merchants Speakers Series, join the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor on October 13 at 4:30pm. Jacob Harver, local entrepreneur, and Doctoral Student at Kent State University, recounts his historic rides along the Ohio Canals and the industries of a bygone era. For more information, call 330-941-1314.

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 23 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018, 2021 and 2022 in the USA Today poll. The

Hocus Pocus Tea – Piccadilly Parlour

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room presents Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters and Wednesday Addams! Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters on: Friday, October 6 – 6:00pm-8:00pm Saturday, October 14 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday, October 15 – 12:00pm-2:00pm & 3:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, October 21 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

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

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Caged Insanity, and Nightmare Factory (both new for 2023), and Barn of Evil, Gore Reformatory, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons

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

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons features attractions including Slaughterhouse, The Crypt, and Sinister Swamp. There is a also Nightmare Lounge for ages 21+ featuring food trucks and merchandise. Open September 29-October 29, 2023: Fridays & Saturdays from 7:00pm-11:00pm; and Sundays from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Visit their website for the latest news and ticket information.

Zombie Prom – University Theatre

Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States

YSU University Theatre is thrilled to announce the opening of its 60th anniversary season with the electrifying production of “Zombie Prom.” This cult classic musical promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. “Zombie Prom” is a musical comedy set in the atomic 1950s, where a teenage girl falls in

Close to You – A Musical Salute to The Carpenters

Easy Street Productions 865 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

THIS SHOW IS NOW SOLD-OUT. Easy Street Productions returns with an intimate Cabaret-style offering Close to You – A Musical Salute to the Songs of The Carpenters on October 13 and 14 at 7:30pm. Easy Street Productions will be returning to their own studio for their next musical project. Maureen Collins will join Mary Jo

Lawn Chairs & Lemonade Trunk Sale

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

Mr. Darby’s Antique and Collectable Emporium is having Lawn Chairs & Lemonade Trunk Sales this summer! They will have a free lemonade stand and a place for shoppers to sit down on lawn chairs after they shop. The sales are from 9:00am-3:00pm on the following dates: May 13, June 3, July 8, August 12, September

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

Fall Weekends – Molnar Farms

Molnar Farms 3115 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH, United States

Join Molnar Farms for Fall Weekends on Saturdays and Sundays from September 30-October 29, 2023. Find your way through their family-friendly corn maze. Enjoy a hayride through the farm with a stop at the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin, right from the vine! Kid’s straw maze and play area will also

J&L Narrow Gauge Railroad – Public Train Rides

J&L Narrow Gauge Railroad 2261 Hubbard Road, Youngstown, OH, United States

Come ride the J&L Narrow Gauge Railroad on one of the Public Operating Days with the J&L 58 steam locomotive. No reservations needed, just come between 10:00am and 2:00pm to ride the train (please arrive by 1:30pm to make sure you catch the last run). $8.00 for adults, children 5 and under are free. Also

Craft Show & Mini Market – St. Charles School

St. Charles School 7325 Westview Drive, Boardman, OH, United States

The 2nd annual St. Charles School Craft Show & Mini Market will be held on Saturday, October 14 from 10:00am-3:00pm at St. Charles School. There will be a wide variety of vendors featuring crochet goods, clothing, holiday décor, fudge and baked goods, and so much more! Follow their Facebook page for the latest information.

Fall Festival – The Skin Suite

The Skin Suite 7240 Glenwood Ave., Boardman, OH, United States

The Skin Suite will host a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 14 from 10:00am-4:00pm. Join them rain or shine for an outdoor fall festival to shop local vendors! Vendors include The Skin Suite – 20% off all products and $4,000 in giveaway items; Karrington’s Place; Emd Embroidery; L.A. Massage and Wellness; Ej Hannah; Sav’s Macs;

EV Fest

Cochran Buick GMC Youngstown 7997 Market Street, Boardman, OH, United States

Join the 2023 EV Fest on Saturday, October 14 from 11:00am-2:00pm at #1 Cochran Buick GMC Youngstown. They are partnering with BRITE Energy Innovators to host a FREE family event where all ages can enjoy food, live music, enter huge giveaways, interact and learn more about electric vehicles. Bring your EV and showcase it –

Mahoning Valley Pug Fest

Penguin City Beer 460 E. Federal Street, OH, United States

The 2nd annual Mahoning Valley Pug Fest will be held on Saturday, October 14 from 11:00am-3:00pm at Penguin City Brewing Company. NOTE the new location. The event welcomes pugs from all over Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania to join them in celebration of all things puggy. Follow their Facebook page for the latest event news.

Fall Exhibitions – McDonough Museum

John J. McDonough Museum of Art 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The John J. McDonough Museum of Art, Youngstown State University’s Center of Contemporary Art, is excited to announce the opening of the fall season with four exhibitions. Shona Macdonald’s Flash of Light Illumines a Dark Landscape and the #notwhite collective’s #notwhite collective will be on display September 5 – November 4. The work of Betsy

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

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 23 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018, 2021 and 2022 in the USA Today poll. The

Share the Love – Fall Community Fundraiser

New Life Church 2250 E. Western Reserve Rd., Poland, OH, United States

Share the Love Fall Community Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, October 14 from 12:00pm-3:00pm at New Life Church in Poland. There will be food, basket raffle, 50/50, children’s art center plus much more. The event benefits birthday bags for Mahoning County Children Services, NOAS, and Bair Foundation foster youth; and supports Project MKC and

Oktoberfest – Lake Milton Brewery

Lake Milton Brewery 17762 Mahoning Ave., Lake Milton, OH, United States

Lake Milton Brewery is celebrating Oktoberfest and their three year anniversary! Join them on Saturday, October 14 starting at 1:00pm for Stein holding competitions, keg toss, great beers, wines and wonderful food…plus lots of fun! More details coming on their Facebook page.

The Dam Run – Halliday’s Winery

Halliday’s Winery 2400 NE River Road, Lake Milton, OH, United States

Join Halliday’s Winery in welcoming back The Dam Run on Saturday, October 14. The Dam Run 5K starts at Lake Milton dam at Halliday’s Winery. Competition is totally off road through the very picturesque Olde Dutch Mill golf course. It’s literally over the river and through the woods as runners compete for prizes by age

Hocus Pocus Tea – Piccadilly Parlour

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room 114 South Broad Street, Canfield, OH, United States

Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room presents Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters and Wednesday Addams! Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea with the Sanderson Sisters on: Friday, October 6 – 6:00pm-8:00pm Saturday, October 14 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday, October 15 – 12:00pm-2:00pm & 3:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, October 21 – 4:00pm-6:00pm Join them for Hocus Pocus Tea

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.

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

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

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Caged Insanity, and Nightmare Factory (both new for 2023), and Barn of Evil, Gore Reformatory, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones

The Vindys – Westside Bowl

Westside Bowl 2617 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Vindys, one of the most sought-after bands in Northeast OH, will be playing Westside Bowl in Youngstown on October 14. Doors open at 7:00pm and opening acts TRUSS and Silver Tooth Cactus will begin at 8:00pm.    

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons

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

Nightmare in Boardman at DeBartolo Commons features attractions including Slaughterhouse, The Crypt, and Sinister Swamp. There is a also Nightmare Lounge for ages 21+ featuring food trucks and merchandise. Open September 29-October 29, 2023: Fridays & Saturdays from 7:00pm-11:00pm; and Sundays from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Visit their website for the latest news and ticket information.

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.

Close to You – A Musical Salute to The Carpenters

Easy Street Productions 865 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

THIS SHOW IS NOW SOLD-OUT. Easy Street Productions returns with an intimate Cabaret-style offering Close to You – A Musical Salute to the Songs of The Carpenters on October 13 and 14 at 7:30pm. Easy Street Productions will be returning to their own studio for their next musical project. Maureen Collins will join Mary Jo

Zombie Prom – University Theatre

Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States

YSU University Theatre is thrilled to announce the opening of its 60th anniversary season with the electrifying production of “Zombie Prom.” This cult classic musical promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. “Zombie Prom” is a musical comedy set in the atomic 1950s, where a teenage girl falls in