First Fridays – May

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

First Fridays Downtown Youngstown takes place every first Friday of the month in and around Downtown Youngstown at various locations. During First Fridays, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy live music, shopping, local dining, entertainment, arts, activities, recreation, and more. On Friday, May 2, from 5:00pm-8:00pm, join in celebration of our YSU graduates on Phelps

Cinco on Phelps

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

The City of Youngstown and Thrive Mahoning Valley present Cinco on Phelps on Sunday, May 4 from 1:00pm-7:00pm. Enjoy live music by The Labra Brothers, food, face painting, arts and crafts vendors, and a Kids Zone. Located on the Phelps Street Gateway in downtown Youngstown.

STOMP

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

STOMP presented by Sunrise Entertainment is coming to the DeYor Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, May 14 at 7:30pm. The performers “make a rhythm out of anything we can get our hands on that makes a sound,” says co-founder/director Luke Cresswell. A unique combination of percussion, movement and visual comedy, STOMP has created its own inimitable,

Youngstown Press Club Speaker Series Lunch

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

The power of storytelling in communication and branding will be the focus of the Youngstown Press Club meeting on Thursday, May 15. Paul Furiga, president and chief storyteller at WordWrite, a Pittsburgh communications agency, will speak to the group at a luncheon beginning 12:00pm at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor. His topic will be:

Snow White and the Dancing Dwarfs

Ford Family Recital Hall – DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United States

Ballet Western Reserve presents “Snow White and the Dancing Dwarfs,” as part of their annual Spring Gala, on Saturday, May 17 at 3:00pm in Ford Family Recital Hall at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. This family-friendly event promises audiences, young and old, an afternoon full of great music, fun, and a wide variety of dance

Bike Belmont

B&O Station 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Building A Better Belmont Initiative will host its third annual Bike Belmont event on Sunday, May 18, 2025. This FREE, family-friendly ride offers something for everyone! Beginning at 12:00pm, experienced riders can enjoy a 32-mile route from downtown to the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport. This ride has around 550 feet of ascent and descent and will be

Riley Green – Damn Country Music Tour

The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

Riley Green – Damn Country Music Tour is coming to The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre on May 29, 2025 at 7:00pm. Guests include Ella Langley, Vincent Mason & Wyatt McCubbin. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com and at the Southwoods Health Box Office. General Ticketing Info: $90.75, $70.75, $30.75.

Rock The Rich Center with Lita Ford

The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

Rock The Rich Center with Lita Ford is coming to The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre on May 31, 2025 at 7:30pm with special guest The Vindys. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com and at the Southwoods Health Box Office. General Ticketing Info: $75.00, $50.00, $43.50, $32.50 & $28.50.

Coheed and Cambria & Mastodon: the Infinite Arc Tour

The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

Coheed and Cambria & Mastodon: the Infinite Arc Tour is coming to The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre on June 1, 2025 at 6:30pm with special guest Periphery. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com and at the Southwoods Health Box Office. General Ticketing Info: $99.50, $79.50, $69.50 & $39.50.

First Fridays – June

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

First Fridays Downtown Youngstown takes place every first Friday of the month in and around Downtown Youngstown at various locations. During First Fridays, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy live music, shopping, local dining, entertainment, arts, activities, recreation, and more. Follow DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN PARTNERSHIP on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date event information or visit www.firstfridaysyoungstown.org.

Cash Explosion Live

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

The Ohio Lottery’s Cash Explosion show will come to the Covelli Centre on June 14. Eight pre-selected contestants and eight contestants drawn live from the audience will play for a $250,000 top prize on Cash Explosion Live. Cash Explosion will also give away $25,000 in cash prizes to audience members throughout the show’s taping. Doors

Juneteenth Freedom Fireworks Display

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

The City of Youngstown presents the Juneteenth Freedom Fireworks Display on Thursday, June 19, from 6:00pm-9:30pm at Wean Park. Fireworks display begins promptly at dark. Free parking at the Covelli Centre. Fireworks will be launched from the Market Street Bridge. Pack your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and your favorite people—because you’re invited to an unforgettable

Joy of SMARTS

SMARTS 25 E. Boardman St., Youngstown, OH, United States

Join Students Motivated by the Arts (SMARTS) on Friday, June 27 as they celebrate with art, music, & merriment to support SMARTS in honor of the legacy of friend and past SMARTS Circle member, Joy White. Bid on your favorite works from local and regional artists, enjoy live music by local bands, watch live art

I Want My 80’s Tour with Rick Springfield

The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

I Want My 80’s Tour with Rick Springfield is coming to The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 7:30pm. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com and at the Southwoods Health Box Office. General Ticketing Info: $135.00, $89.50, $67.50, $58.50 $45.00.