OHIO EVENTS

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
Friday, April 12-14, 19-21, 2024
Time: FRI-SAT 7:30pm | SUN 2:30 pm
Location: The Youngstown Playhouse
600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH 44511
youngstownplayhouse.org

STOMP – Playhouse Square
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Dates:  April 17-21, 2024
Location: Connor Palace Theatre Cleveland, OH
playhousesquare.org/events

ORIGINAL SEWING & QUILT EXPO
Dates:  April 18-20, 2024 
Times: Thurs & Fri. 10AM-5:30PM | Sat 10AM-5PM
Location: I-X Center, Cleveland, OH
website

LADIES NIGHT OUT
Ashland County NE OH
Date: April 19, 2024
Time: 3pm-8pm
Location: Downtown Loudonville
Loudonville, OH
loudonvillechamber.com/
Enjoy a night out in Loudonville. Get your best girlfriends together, enjoy great treats, shopping, an evening of pampering, food, drinks, and more! The Them for this year is VEGAS!

THE HUTCHINSON FLEET: A Century of Great Lakes Shipping — Temporary Micro Exhibit
Lucas County NW OH
Dates: April 19 – May 31, 2024
Location: National Museum of the Great Lakes
1701 Front Street, Toledo, OH
nmgl.org

Join us at the National Museum of the Great Lakes for a fascinating journey through the maritime history of the Hutchinson family, pioneers of Great Lakes shipping. From humble beginnings in 1861 with the acquisition of a scow schooner as payment for a bill, John T. Hutchinson and his descendants built one of the largest shipping lines on the Great Lakes, spanning over a century of operation.

ROLLIE BEALE CLASSIC USAC SILVER CROWN SERIES RACE
Lucas County NW OH
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 3pm
Location: Toledo Speedway
5639 Benore Rd., Toledo, OH 43612
https://www.toledospeedway.com/
This is the season opener for both Toledo Speedway and the USAC Silver Crown Series.

MEDINA COUNTY EARTH DAY
28th Annual Festival
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: Buffalo Creek Retreat – 8708 Hubbard Valley Rd, Seville, OH 44273
medinaraptorcenter.org
Medina Raptor Center will be celebrating nature and wildlife at Medina County Park District this Earth Day!

Come meet some of our Educational Ambassadors and learn about native wildlife bird species like eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, and falcons.

Not only will Medina Raptor Center be there, there will also be lots of activities and family fun.

COWBOY CHEF  – SOLD OUT 
Wayne County NE OH
Date: April 20, 2024
Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | lehmans.com

Cowboy Chef Kent Rollins is coming back to Lehman’s! His two sessions are sold out, but you can still meet Kent and get your Kent Rollins books signed!

Kent’s cookbooks, “Comfort Food the Cowboy Way”, “Faith, Family and the Feast” and “A Taste of Cowboy,” will be available to purchase. Kent will be signing books after each of his sessions: from 11am to noon after the morning session, and from 3pm to 4pm after the afternoon session.

SUNBURY PIECE CORPS QUILT SHOW
Delaware County – Central OH
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 9am-3pm
Location: Sunbury UMC, 100 West Cherry St, Sunbury OH 43074
Admission: $5
Quilts on display, vendors, rummage sale. Food for sale at lunch time.

Earth Day Extravaganza 2024!
Presented By: Erie MetroParks
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Osborn MetroPark
3910 Perkins Ave., Huron, OH 44839
eriemetroparks.org

MARIETTA EARTH DAY
Washington County – SE OH
Date: April 20, 2024
Times: 10am-1pm
Location: Marietta Armory Square
241 Front St., Marietta, OH
mariettaohio.org

FREE and FUN for ALL AGES. Activity tables with Arts & Crafts, Games and More. Make a bird feeder, dig for “bugs”, plant seeds, see river turtles, native fish and a return of the Raptors! Learn about recycling and green technologies.

FAMILY DAYS – The Butler Institute of American Art
Mahoning County NE OH
Dates: April 21, 2024
Programs are from 1:30pm-3:00pm.
524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
butlerart.com

SPTING LADIES NIGHT OUT – Tuesday & Thursday Evening
Date: April 23 & 25, 2024
Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

CLEVELAND BALLET: SLEEPING BEAUTY
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Dates: April 25, 26, 27, 2024
Times: FRI 7pm-10pm, SAT 1pm-4pm | SUN 7pm-10pm
Location: Connor Palace at Playhouse Square
1501 Euclid Ave. Ste. 200, Cleveland, OH 44115
clevelandballet.org

THE WIZARD OF OZ
Ohio Shakespeare Festival
Dates: April 25-May 12, 2023
Performing: Thursdays – Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sundays at 2:00 pm
Location: Greystone Hall
Henry C. Bishop Stage
103 South High Street, Akron, Ohio 44308
ohioshakespearefestival.com

AMERICAN ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Portage County NE OH
Date: April 26, 2024
Location: Various locations Downtown Kent
centralportagevcb.org
Admission: FREE

WATCH FOB AND TOY SHOW
combined with Lakeside Sand & Gravel Open House & Antique Equipment Show
Date: April 26-27, 2024 ”
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: Lakeside Sand & Gravel
3498 Frost Rd., Mantua, Ohio 44255
watchfob.com

Live Demonstration of Vintage Construction & Mining Equipment
(hosted by Larry Kotkowski – Lakeside Sand & Gravel – Mantua, Ohio)

WAYNE COUNTY CUPCAKE TOUR
Dates: April 26-27, 2024
Location: Wayne County
Tickets

8 Stores. 8 Cupcakes. 8 Exclusive Offers. 1 Sweet Cupcake Tour.

MOHICAN WILDLIFE WEEKEND – Wild Nights
Dates: April 26-28, 2024
Location: Ashland – Richland Counties
mohicanwildlifeweekend.com

DAVE & ED’S SUPER SWAP MEET
Dates: April 26-28, 2024
Time: Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm.
Location: Canfield Fairgrounds
7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH
autoevents.com/
Automotive flea market featuring new car parts, shop equipment, vintage signs, apparel, collectibles, tools and so much more. ​

CATAWBA ISLAND BOAT SHOW
Dates: April 26-28, 2024
Location: 4330 Beach Club Rd., Port Clinton, OH 43452
catawbaislandboatshow.com

‘Significant Other’ at Dobama Theatre
County: Cuyahoga
Dates: April 26-May 19, 2024
Time: Thursdays 7:30, Fridays and Saturdays 8:00, Sunday 2:30
Location: Dobama Theatre, 2340 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Admission: $35-$42
Description: From the critically acclaimed writer of Bad Jews is a comedy about companionship, loneliness, and love.
Contact info and/or website: dobama.org

SPRING PLOWIN DAYS
Ashland County NE OH
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Malabar Farms
4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH 44843
ohiodnr.gov

Watch as a local Draft Horse Club demonstrate their plowing skills and fun contests at the
Working Farm Area. Free Event. 4-H club has food by donation.
Skill and Contest Events include:
➢ Clover Leaf Barrel Racing
➢ Egg and Spoon
➢ Horse Pull
➢ Walking Plow Classes, Sulky Plow Classes, Obstacle Course, Log
Skidding.
➢ Best Dressed Teams

MEDINA BEER FEST 
Main Street Medina
Medina County NE OH
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 6:30pm-10:30pm
Location: Medina County Fairgrounds
735 Lafayette Rd., Medina, OH
mainstreetmedina.com

ZANE GREY FAMILY DAY
Muskingum County
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 11am-4pm
Location: National Road-Zane Grey Museum
8850 E. Pike #9785, Norwich, OH
Facebook page.

Come out and join us for another Zane Grey Family Day. We will have live music, vintage baseball with the Ohio Village Muffins, and a vendor event.

Kids activities will be going on such as passport to fishing and many others. Concessions will be available.
Admission by donation.

WAYNE COUNTY HOME & GARDEN SHOW 
Wayne County NE OH
Dates: April 27-28, 2024
Time: Sat 10 AM-5 PM, Sun 10 AM-4 PM
Location: Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster
woosterchamber.com

SUPER TOY EVENT
Mahoning County NE OH
Date: April 28, 2024
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: Canfield Fairgrounds Event Center
Click here for more info.

Don’t miss northeast Ohio’s ultimate toy and pop culture event! Shop over 250 vendors selling new and vintage toys, comics, video games, diecast and more. Meet WCW Legend Buff “The Stuff” Bagwell, WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long, and WWE Hall of Famer Alundra Blayze. Admission is $5.

 

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MAY 2024

ANNUAL QUILT SHOW and Workshops
Dates: May 1-4, 2024
Times: Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm,
Sunday 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Sauder Village
22611 State Route 2, Archbold, Ohio 43502
1-800-590-9755 |  website

COLUMBIANA WOMEN’S CLUB – GARDEN EVENT
“Lilacs Then & Now” with Skip McCullough, Meadowbrook Nursery
Columbiana County NE OH
Date: May 2, 2024
Location: Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park
RSVPs required. Tickets are: $25/person with lunch (served at noon); $15/person program-only (starts promptly at 12:30pm). Please make checks payable to Columbiana Women’s Club, 121 North Main, Columbiana, OH 44408. *Guests must include the number of tickets/attendees for each program choice when sending in payment. For more information on the 2024 Garden Events, please call 330.207.1470.

For more information on the Columbiana Women’s Club, to book an event or schedule a tour of rental space, please call 330.482.2832. Facebook @ColumbianaCWC

MAIN STREET WADSWORTH: Momma Mia (Honoring Moms)
Medina County NE OH
Date:  May 3, 2024
Time: 5:30pm-8pm
Location: Downtown Wadsworth, OH
mainstreetwadsworth.org

COLUMBUS AFRICAN VIOLET SOCIETY  2024 Show and Plant Sale
Franklin County NE OH
Dates: Friday, May 3 12:00 pm – 5 pm
Dates: Saturday, May 4 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Beechwold Christian Church, 280 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43214
Admission: Free
The Columbus African Violet Society is hosting their 2024
show and plant sale. There will be African violets, Primulinas,
Streptocarpus, arrangements on display and their will be plants for
immediate purchase at the plant sale tables. There will be an
educational display and there will be members present to answer
questions. Anyone interested in growing African violets is welcome to
attend. The theme for this year’s show is “African Violets are like
Diamonds in the Pot”. This is our 75th year growing!
columbusafricanvioletsociety.org/

THE BIGGEST WEEK IN AMERICAN BIRDING 
Dates: May 3-12, 2024
Location: Oak Harbor, OH
For more information CLICK HERE. 

2024 OHIO BIGFOOT CONFERENCE
Guernsey County – SE OH
Dates – May 4, 2024
Time: 10:00 am-7:00 pm
Location: Salt Fork Lodge & Conference Center, Lore City Ohio
Facebook
The event features top rated speakers from across the Bigfoot community who share their experiences and knowledge in the subject of Sasquatch. From television personalities, academics, local and national investigators and other prominent figures the conference has something for everyone.

CENTURY VILLAGE VIKING FEST
Geauga County NE OH
Dates: May 4-5, 2024
Location: Geauga Historical Society
14653 East Park St., Burton, OH 44021
440.834.1492 | centuryvillagemuseum.org

46th ANNUAL OHIO CIVIL WAR/WWI & II SHOW
Richland County NE OH
Date: May 4th – 5th, 2024
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm / Sunday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Held at the Richland Country Fairgrounds, Mansfield, OH
750 N. Home Road, Mansfield OH 44906
www.ohiocivilwarshow.com

Admission $7.00 per person / Children under 12 Free with adult

750 Table / 7 Building Show with Military Material from 1775 through 1945.
Special Features: Artillery & Civil War Cannon Firing Demonstrations
Civil War and WWII Living History Encampments show how soldiers lived during the war.
Sutler’s Row
WWII 801st Medical Air Evan Squadron Presentation quite a history lesson
Camp Chase Fife & Drum period music and 73rd OVI Regimental Band have top tapping tunes.
President Abe Lincoln gives the Gettysburg address daily and greets guests.
Marlboro Volunteers Traveling Museum and Military Vehicles are a great learning experience.
Period Church Service.
Food Trucks on the grounds.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
presented by Ballet Theatre of Ohio
Summit County NE OH
Date: May 4-5, 2024
Time: Sat 2 & 7pm | Sun 2pm
Location: Akron Civic Theatre
Akron, OH
akroncivic.com

LADIES NIGHT OUT
Medina County NE OH
Date: May 9, 2024
Time: 5pm-8:30pm
Location: Medina Square, Medina, OH
mainstreetmedina.com

THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER STARRING JIM CURRY – MATINEE
Date: May 9, 2024
Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

37th Annual Spring Plant Sale and Auction Fundraiser
County: Franklin
Dates: May 9 -11, 2024
Times: May 9, 2024: 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. | May 10, 2024: 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
May 11, 2024: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Outside of the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, 2201 Fred Taylor Dr., Columbus, Ohio 43210
Admission: Free. Member’s Only Night, May 9, requires a $40.00 membership donation to Chadwick Arboretum and can be paid at the gate.

Spring into greenery at Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens! Join us for our annual Spring Plant Sale Fundraiser and dive into a lush world of botanical delights. With over 16,000 fresh, exotic, and time-tested edible and ornamental plants, there’s something for every green thumb!

Experience the thrill of our tree and shrub auctions, where you can bid on unique specimens to enhance your garden sanctuary. Step into our Learning Lab, where engaging educational demonstrations on various garden topics will unfold throughout the three-day sale, enriching your knowledge and inspiring your green endeavors. Explore vendor booths brimming with gardening essentials and delightful treasures. And while you shop ’til you drop, indulge in delectable treats from a Columbus-favorite food truck. Proceeds from this event go directly to The Ohio State Chadwick Arboretum, student organizations, and local businesses alike.

Come one, come all! Let’s cultivate a brighter, greener future together. Credit/debit cards only. Contact info and/or website: go.osu.edu/SpringPlantSale

PSYCHIC FAIR
Geauga County NE OH
Dates: May 10-11, 2024
Location: Geauga Historical Society
14653 East Park St., Burton, OH 44021
440.834.1492 | centuryvillagemuseum.org

Reckless Kelly: The Last Frontier Tour
County: Medina, OH
Dates: 05/11/24
Time: Doors open @ 7:00 PM. Reckless Kelly @ 10:00 PM – 1:30 AM.
Location: Thirsty Cowboy, 2743 Medina Rd. Medina OH 44256
Admission: $35. Only Ages 18+
Description: Americana, Red-Dirt Band Reckless Kelly has been burning up stages with their high-energy blend of rock and country music since 1996. Fronted by central Idaho natives Willy and Cody Braun, the brothers are part of a rich musical legacy that began with their grandfather and continued with their father and uncle’s band The Braun Brothers. Reckless Kelly has played over 3,000 shows and traveled over 1,500,000 miles to 49 states. Reckless Kelly will be kicking off the first leg of their 2024 – 2025, The Last Frontier Tour in April. The band is made up of the brothers, drummer Nazz, Joe Miller on bass, and Geoffrey Queen on lead guitar. This show will be one of their last shows for the foreseeable future. Reckless Kelly will also be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of their festival, The Braun Brothers Reunion, which takes place each summer in August in Idaho.
Contact info and/or website: thirstycowboys.com

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“Art & Tech Fusion”
FREE Family Fun Day at Canton Museum of Art
Date: May 11, 2024
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Canton Museum of Art, Canton

Guests will experience thrilling augmented reality adventures, hands-on art activities, interactive installations and over 20 partner organizations and artists. Families will also be able to explore four, new Spring/Summer Exhibitions including featured interactive exhibit, Ginny Ruffer: Reforestation of the Imagination. This unique event promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Registration – This event is FREE and open to all families, however, space will be limited. Pre-registration into one of three time slots will be required to attend the event. Time slots are separated by one hour and include 10:00am, 11:00am and 12:00pm as arrival times. Families can register now at cantonart.org/Art&TechFusion

THE 53RD ANNUAL APPALACHIAN FESTIVAL
Hamilton County SW OH
Dates: May 11-12, 2024
Location: Coney Island, Cincinnati, OH
appalachianfestival.org

BREAKFAST ALONG THE CUYAHOGA
Dates: May 11-12, June 15-16, 2024
Departs: 10am
Location: Akron Northside Station
27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308
cvsr.org

Embark on a unique breakfast adventure along the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Indulge in a delightful morning feast while the train gracefully traverses through picturesque landscapes. Savor a tasty breakfast accompanied by your choice of a Mimosa or Bloody Mary, a steaming cup of coffee, refreshing juice, and water – all included in your experience.

MOTHER’S DAY TEA
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Date: May 12, 2024
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: Cleveland History Center, OH
Celebrate motherhood in a setting that reflects the beauty of the occasion!
You’re cordially invited to Mother’s Day Tea in the historic Hay-McKinney Mansion.
https://cletix.com

Guests will enjoy tea and treats (family style) within our Fashion After Dark exhibition. Join your host, curator Patty Edmonson, for behind-the-scenes tidbits from the exhibition and a Victorian-inspired craft.

MOM’S GET FREE ADMISSION
Date: May 12, 2024
Time: 11am-4pm
Location: Schedel Arboretum & Gardens
Elmore, OH
schedel-gardens.org

Join us at Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, May 12th from 11am-4pm. All Mom’s are admission FREE!

Treat Mom to a day at the 17 acre garden estate at Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, in Elmore. 

Holly’s Homeade Street Eats Food Truck will have menu items to purchase. Schedel Gardens will have cold beverages, mimosa’s, beer and wine on sale.

The first 100 Mom’s will receive a gift from Bench’s Greenhouse in Elmore.

Free access to the all new collection of the Blair Museum of Lithophanes. Make a special memory with Mom- the perfect gift.

MOTHER’S DAY – Free admission for all Moms.
Summit County NE OH
Date: May 12, 2024
Location: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303-1399
stanhywet.org

Hamvention 2024
May 17th 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
May 18th 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
May 19th 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Greene County Fair and Expo Center
210 Fairground Road, Xenia 45385
Coordinates are 39.702 N – 83.9420 W
Admission: $26 advanced registration
$30 at the door
hamvention.org

CRAWFEST 2024
Erie County NW OH
Dates: May 17-18, 2024
Location: KI Cantina, 418 Woodford Rd, Kelleys Island, OH 43438
kelleysislandchamber.com

VINTAGE IN THE VILLAGE 
Holmes  County NE OH
Date: May 18, 2024
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: Downtown Millersburg, OH
historicdowntownmillersburg.com

A full day (rain or shine) of antique. re-purposed, reused, and vintage finds all over The ‘Burg.

Craft demonstrations and food vendors can be found everywhere you look. We have eight local eateries, 14 artisan shops, and four hotels—all just waiting to host you for the weekend or day!

FAMILY FUN DAY
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation
Date: May 18-19, June 22-23, July 27-28, August 24-25, 2024
Time: 1pm-4pm
Location: Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 County Road 99, Findlay, Ohio 45840
nworrp.org

OHIO TOURISM DAY 
Date: May 21, 2024
Location: Ohio State House Lawn

THE SHOOTOUTS CONCERT
Date: May 23, 2024
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

LADIES NIGHT OUT – Rock-n-Roll is Queen 
Wayne County NE OH
Date: May 23, 2024
Time: 4:30pm-8pm
Location: Historic Downtown Wooster, OH
mainstreetwooster.org

2024 HALL OF FAME RIBS BURNOFF
Stark County NE OH
Date: May 23-25, 2024
Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame
2121 George Halas Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44708
profootballhof.com

COSHOCTON FLINT FESTIVAL & KNAP-IN
Coshocton County
Dates: May 24-26, 2024
Location: Coshocton County Fairgrounds

Come & join us for a fun and educational weekend. Witness craftsmen demonstrate how to make arrowheads, spears, stone tools, bows, cordage, and other items from hide and bone. Jewelry makers and other artisans will be set up as well. Bring along some of the Native American artifacts you and your family have found to learn more about them.

All artifacts, fossils, rocks, and minerals are welcome.
Learn more. 

MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT
Lake County NE OH
Dates: May 24-June 8, 2024 (select days)
Evening performances begin at 7:30 pm
Location: Rabbit Run Theater
5648 W. Chapel Rd., Madison, OH 44057
Box Office: 440-428-7092
rabbitrun.org

Single ticket prices:
Adult – $29; Senior/Student – $27; Youth ages 12 and under – $13
Youth Production single tickets: Adult – $17; Senior/Student – $15; Youth – $13

MOHICAN ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
Ashland County NE OH
Date: May 25, 2024
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: Downtown Loudonville
Loudonville, OH
loudonvillechamber.com/

Artisans and craftsmen will be selling and displaying their creations in our beautiful downtown Loudonville, Ohio. Enjoy great food, craftsmanship and more.

CIVIL WAR ENCAMPMENT
Geauga County NE OH
Dates: May 25-26, 2024
Location: Geauga Historical Society
14653 East Park St., Burton, OH 44021
440.834.1492 | centuryvillagemuseum.org

First Siege 1813
Date: May 25-26, 2024
Time: 9:30 am-5:00 pm
Location: Fort Meigs
29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH 43551
website

THE GUARDIANS QUARTET CONCERT 
Date: May 30, 2024
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

MILFORD FRONTIER DAYS – Milford
(Clermont County) – May 30-June 1, 2024
milfordohio.org

JUNE 2024

The Buckeye Trail’s Biggest Day Hike 2024
Date: June 1, 2024
Location: Throughout the State of Ohio.
buckeyetrail.org/biggestdayhike.php
The Buckeye Trail Association is celebrating National Trails Day, on June 1st, with an attempt to hike as much of the Buckeye Trail as we can in a single day. With everyone pledging to hike a small segment of the trail, collectively completing all 1,400+ miles of the whole trail is not such a far-fetched idea!

KIDS DAY/TEEN FEST
Medina County NE OH
Date: June 1, 2024
Location: Medina Square, Medina, OH
mainstreetmedina.com

MID-OHIO CORVETTE CLUB SHOW  
Wayne County NE OH
Date: June 1, 2024
Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | lehmans.com

Join us rain or shine on June 1 from 10 am to 1 pm as the Mid-Ohio Corvette Club comes to Lehman’s.

The event will be open to all so bring your corvettes and register at the door. $20 registration per car. The winners will be announced and trophies given out at 1:00 pm

Don’t forget to shop the store while you’re here. It will be fun for the whole family as the event is free to spectators.

FINDLAY CRAFT BEER FEST 
Date: June 1, 2024
Time: 5pm-8pm
Location: Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 County Road 99, Findlay, Ohio 45840
nworrp.org

Ohio Valley Frontier Days
Dates:  June 1-2, 2024
Location: Historic Fort Steuben
120 South Third St., Steubenville, Ohio 43952
oldfortsteuben.net

Every year Historic Fort Steuben – a reconstructed 18th century fort built on its original site overlooking the Ohio River – opens its mighty wooden gates for two special days to reenactors, demonstrators, musicians, storytellers, artists, crafters, and visitors of all ages for its family-friendly Festival. Within the picket walls, the soldiers set up camp and demonstrate the loading and shooting of muskets as well as the daily life of the enlisted men who inhabited the Fort in 1787. Surveyors replicate their tools and techniques for surveying the Ohio frontier.

COLUMBIANA WOMEN’S CLUB – GARDEN EVENT
“What’s the Buzz about Pollinator Gardens?” with Cindy Tyler, Terra Design Studios
Date: June 6, 2024
Location: Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park
RSVPs required. Tickets are: $25/person with lunch (served at noon); $15/person program-only (starts promptly at 12:30pm). Please make checks payable to Columbiana Women’s Club, 121 North Main, Columbiana, OH 44408. *Guests must include the number of tickets/attendees for each program choice when sending in payment. For more information on the 2024 Garden Events, please call 330.207.1470.

For more information on the Columbiana Women’s Club, to book an event or schedule a tour of rental space, please call 330.482.2832. Facebook @ColumbianaCWC

COSHOCTON BALLOON FESTIVAL 
Dates: June 6-8, 2024
Location: Coshocton County Fairgrounds, Coshocton
Free Admission and parking.
www.coshoctonhotairballoonfestival.com

Coshocton County has one of the longest running balloon festivals in Ohio with over 20 hot air balloons filling the skies. Musical entertainment, carnival rides, festive foods, crafters and an Antique Flea Market are just a few of the items lined up at this annual festival.

MAIN STREET WADSWORTH: Celebrate Our Safety Forces
Medina County NE OH
Date:  June 7, 2024
Time: 5:30pm-8pm
Location: Downtown Wadsworth, OH
mainstreetwadsworth.org

BACON FEST
Erie County NW OH
Dates: June 7-9, 2024
Location: The Kelley’s Island Wine Co., 418 Woodford Rd, Kelleys Island, OH 43438
kelleysislandchamber.com

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS
Stark County NE OH
Date: June 7 and 8, 2024
Time: 7pm-8:30pm (Friday & Saturday)
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

FOUNDERS’ DAY WEEKEND
Summit County NE OH
Date: June 7-9, 2024
Location: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303-1399
stanhywet.org

KID’S DAY 
Wayne County NE OH
Date: June 8, 2024
Time: Noon-3pm
Location: Historic Downtown Wooster, OH
mainstreetwooster.org

BIKE MS: BIKE TO THE BAY, OHIO
DATES: June 8-9, 2024 at 6:30 am
WHERE: Owens Community College 30335 Oregon Road Perrysburg, OH 43551

ROUTE OPTIONS: 35, 50, 75 & 100 mile options
events.nationalmssociety.org

WHY BIKE MS: Bike MS brings people together as individuals and teams to change the world for people with MS. Funds raised fuel life-changing breakthroughs for the nearly one million people in the US living with the challenges and uncertainty of MS.

3 HEATH BROTHERS CONCERT
Date: June 13, 2024
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

RIVERFRONT IRISH FESTIVAL
Summit County NE OH
Dates: June 14-16, 2024
Location: Front Street in downtown Cuyahoga Falls
riverfrontirishfest.org

This family friendly festival features two stages of music, the Irish Market Place with traditional Irish and American fare, Irish Mass on Sunday, and Traditional Irish dance!

Spend all three days enjoying the music, the food, and the marketplace. Enjoy a weekend of fun and music at the Riverfront Irish Festival! Free admission & parking!

TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE
Lake County NE OH
Dates: June 14-28, 2024 (select days)
Evening performances begin at 7:30 pm
Location: Rabbit Run Theater
5648 W. Chapel Rd., Madison, OH 44057
Box Office: 440-428-7092
rabbitrun.org

Single ticket prices:
Adult – $29; Senior/Student – $27; Youth ages 12 and under – $13
Youth Production single tickets: Adult – $17; Senior/Student – $15; Youth – $13

CIVIL WAR HISTORY DAY
Civil War encampment and reenactment at Mishler Mill.
Date: June 15, 2024
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: 381 Main Street, Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-9308 | website

CROOKED RIVER FESTIVAL
Summit County NE OH
DATES: June 15-16, 2024
LOCATION: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
website

BREAKFAST ALONG THE CUYAHOGA
Dates: June 15-16, 2024
Departs: 10am
Location: Akron Northside Station
27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308
cvsr.org

Embark on a unique breakfast adventure along the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Indulge in a delightful morning feast while the train gracefully traverses through picturesque landscapes. Savor a tasty breakfast accompanied by your choice of a Mimosa or Bloody Mary, a steaming cup of coffee, refreshing juice, and water – all included in your experience.

Brigade Napoleon – European Reenactment
Date: June 15-16, 2024
Time: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Fort Meigs
29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH 43551
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BATH ART FESTIVAL
Summit County NE OH
Date: June 15, 2024
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: Bath Community Park
1615 N. Cleveland Massillon Rd., Bath, OH
bathfestival.org

FREE admission. FREE parking. Rain or Shine.
Description: Enjoy fun, food, entertainment, and high quality arts and crafts in the beautiful setting of Bath Community Park. The event offers free admission and parking and is held rain or shine!

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FATHER’S DAY CAR SHOW
Summit County NE OH
Date: June 16, 2024
Location: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303-1399
stanhywet.org

Teen Entrepreneurship Camp – Ohio Business Week
County: Statewide
Dates: June 16-21, 2024
Time: all day
Location: Bowling Green State University
Admission: $499
Description: Ohio Business Week gives Ohio high school students a unique, hands-on experience with business and entrepreneurship. Hosted on the campus of BGSU, the exciting week-long summer program brings a diverse group of young people and business professionals together to create a simulated business startup. Students may register at www.ohiobusinessweek.org
Contact info and/or website: Cory Dippold 614-488-6327 Ohiobusinessweek.org

LONNIE JAY FREEMAN TRIBUTE TO THE KING- ELVIS TRIBUTE – MATINEE
Date: June 20, 2024
Time: 71pm-2:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

SAINT AMBROSE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Medina County NE OH
Dates: June 20-23, 2024
Location: SAINT AMBROSE CATHOLIC PARISH
929 Pearl Road, Brunswick, OH 44212
stambrose.us/festival/

Free Admission – Free parking and shuttles.

OHIO SCOTTISH GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Dates: June 21-22, 2024
Time: 4:45 PM-10:30 PM Friday, June 21; 8 AM-10:30 PM Saturday, June 22, 2024
Location: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Middleburg Hts, OH
Admission: $8-$22
Description: Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival will take place June 21-22, 2024! Knights of Valour Jousting troupe is returning along with the Calling of the Clans event, Grande Parade, bagpipe competition, Scottish heavy athletics, Border Collie demonstration, Birds of Prey demonstration and exhibit, highland dance competitions, harp & fiddle competition, entertainment, genealogy, clans, entertainment, axe throwing, archery, workshops, whiskey tasting, kilted mile, food and merchandise vendors and the Twilight Tattoo!
ohioscottishgames.com

GROVE CITY WINE & ARTS FESTIVAL
Franklin County – Central OH
Dates: June 21-22, 2023
Location: Town Center Park 3359 Park Street, Grove City, OH
visitgrovecityoh.com

CLEVELAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL – A Mid Summer Nights Dream
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Dates: June 21-July 7, 2024
Times: FRI & SAT 7pm | SUN 4pm
Location: TBA
clevelandshakespeare.org

BONNIE RAITT
Summit County NE OH
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 8pm
Location: Akron Civic Theatre
Akron, OH
akroncivic.com

FAMILY FUN DAY
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation
Date: June 22-23, July 27-28, August 24-25, 2024
Time: 1pm-4pm
Location: Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 County Road 99, Findlay, Ohio 45840
nworrp.org

BIERFEST 
German Family Society of Akron
Portage County NE OH
Dates: June 22-23, 2024
Time: SAT 3-11pm | Sun 1pm-7pm
Location: 3871 Ranfield Road
Kent, Ohio 44240
germanfamilysociety.com

ASHLAND BALLOONFEST 
Dates: June 27-29, 2024
Location: Freer Field, SR 60 (Center St.) & Morgan Ave. Ashland
ashlandballoonfest.com

“…enjoy lots of other activities: Balloon Glow, Balloon races, stage performances, sport tournaments, displays, exhibits, food and more.”

MONSTER FEST 2
County: Stark
Dates: June 28 and 29 2024
Time: June 28 4 to 10 pm, June 29 10am to 6pm
Location: Canton Palace Theatre and Downtown Canton Double Tree by Hilton Hotel
Admission: presale tickets $20.50, or $25 at the door
Description: Cryptic themed convention with vendor hall, guest speakers, live podcast recordings and more!
Contact info and/or website: smalltownmonsters.com

THUNDER OVER HOLMES COUNTY 
Holmes  County NE OH
Date: June 29, 204
Location: Downtown Millersburg, OH
historicdowntownmillersburg.com

RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK in Concert
Summit County NE OH
Dates: Saturday, June 29, at 7 p.m. | Sunday, June 30, at 7 p.m.
The Cleveland Orchestra – Sarah Hicks, conductor
Location: Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH
clevelandorchestra.com

JOHN WILLIAMS Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (film with live orchestral underscore)

Relive the magic of the film that introduced one of the greatest movie heroes of all time, shown on the big screen with the score performed live by The Cleveland Orchestra!

 

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JULY 2024

LAROSA’S BALLOON GLOW
Date: July 3, 2024
Location: Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45230
Phone: 513.232.8230 | coneyislandpark.com

MAIN STREET WADSWORTH: Independence Day Fireworks and Food Trucks
Medina County NE OH
Date:  July 3, 2024
Time: 5:30pm-8pm
Location: Downtown Wadsworth, OH
mainstreetwadsworth.org

Oak Harbor Independence Day Celebration
Ottawa County NW OH
Dates: July 3, 2024
Time: 5pm-11pm
Location: Mill Street Riverfront – 175 Mill Street, Oak Harbor, OH 43449
Admission: FREE
Description: Food vendors, Local entertainment, giant inflatables, duck race on the river all followed by an amazing fireworks display at dusk!
Contact info and/or website: Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 419-898-0479, www.OakHarborOhio.net

SALUTE TO AMERICA 
Summit County NE OH
Dates: Wednesday, July 3, at 8 p.m.
Blossom Festival Band*
Loras John Schissel, conductor
Location: Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH
clevelandorchestra.com

Blossom’s traditional, star-spangled celebration with the Blossom Festival Band returns with a mix of patriotic marches, Broadway favorites, an Armed Forces Salute, and more — concluding with fireworks!**

*The Cleveland Orchestra does not appear on this concert.
**Fireworks immediately following the performance, weather permitting.

STARK COUNTY ITALIAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL
Dates: July 5-7, 2024 
Location: 25th Street NW, Canton, OH 44709
cantonitalianfesta.org

MESOPOTAMIA OX ROAST
Trumbull County NE OH
Dates: July 5-7, 2024
Times: FRI 10am-6pm | SAT 10am-8pm | SUN 10am-4pm
Location: Center of Mesopotamia, OH
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THE MUSIC MAN
Lake County NE OH
Dates: July 5-20, 2024 (select days)
Evening performances begin at 7:30 pm
Location: Rabbit Run Theater
5648 W. Chapel Rd., Madison, OH 44057
Box Office: 440-428-7092
rabbitrun.org

Single ticket prices:
Adult – $29; Senior/Student – $27; Youth ages 12 and under – $13
Youth Production single tickets: Adult – $17; Senior/Student – $15; Youth – $13

RHAPSODY IN BLUE – The Cleveland Orchestra
Summit County NE OH
Dates: July 6, 2024
Time: 7pm
Location: Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH
clevelandorchestra.com

BERNSTEIN Three Dance Episodes from On the Town
GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue (trans. Fleck)
BARBER Overture to The School for Scandal
STILL Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American”

Experience a fresh take on an American classic. Béla Fleck, “arguably the greatest living banjo player in the world” (NPR), marks the centennial of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with a dazzling new banjo transcription of this beloved showpiece. Conductor Brett Mitchell rounds out this all-American evening with orchestral gems by Leonard Bernstein, Samuel Barber, and William Grant Still.

BOB HOPE TRIBUTE featuring Bill Johnson 
Date: July 11, 2024
Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Location: Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
hartvillekitchen.com

TASTE OF ITALIA
Dates: July 11-13, 2024 
Location: Lock 3 Park, 200 South Main St., Akron, OH
330.699.9911 | it-am.org

47TH ANNUAL CAIN PARKS ARTS FESTIVAL
Dates: July 12-14, 2024
Location: 14591 Superior Road
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
cainpark.com

PAN-AMERICAN MASTERS GAMES
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Dates: July 12-21, 2024
Location: Cleveland, OH
clevelandmasters2024.com/

Join thousands of athletes from around the world in a celebration of health, vitality, friendship and an active lifestyle at any age.

Featuring athletes from more than 50 countries, participants will compete in 26 medal-contending sports which include track and field, tennis, basketball and cycling.

KENT BLUES FESTIVAL
Portage County NE OH
Date: July 13, 2024
Location: Various locations Downtown Kent
centralportagevcb.org
Admission: FREE

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CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Wayne County NE OH
Date: July 13, 2024
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | lehmans.com

Deck your summer with holly and jolly at Lehman’s! Join us for fun holiday traditions with a summer twist.

Join Mrs. Claus from 11 am to 3 pm as she makes her yearly summer trip to Lehman’s on Saturday, July 13th to stock up on supplies for her garden at the North Pole.

Don’t miss Flower the Clown as he twists up some fun with his amazing balloon art. Brush on over to our wonderfully talented face painter for free face painting. There will be so much family fun at our annual Christmas in July!

RACHMANINOFF’S THIRD SYMPHONY – The Cleveland Orchestra
Summit County NE OH
Dates: July 13, 2024
Time: 7pm
Location: Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH
clevelandorchestra.com

BORODIN Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor
ARUTIUNIAN Trumpet Concerto (Cleveland Orchestra premiere)
RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 3

Rachmaninoff’s Third Symphony baffled listeners at its 1936 premiere, but the composer predicted it would one day “be rediscovered … and become a sensational success.” Hear why this electrifying work is now considered one of the composer’s finest creations. Arutunian’s Trumpet Concerto — featuring Principal Trumpet Michael Sachs — and Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances complete this sparkling program led by Domingo Hindoyan.

Revolution on the Tuscarawas Reenactment and Encampment
Date:  July 13-14, 2024
Time: Saturday 10am-5pm | Sunday 10am-4pm
Location:  Fort Laurens, 11067 Fort Laurens Rd NW, Bolivar, OH  44612
330.874.2059 | fortlaurensmuseum.org

18th Century Demonstrations include: Music, Artillery, Cooking, Medicine, Crown Forces, Colonial soldiers, kid’s games and activities, and so much more!

MUSIC IN THE VALLEY FOLK & WINE FESTIVAL
Summit County NE OH
DATES: July 13-14, 2024
LOCATION: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
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BASE BALL AKRON CUP 
Summit County NE OH
Date: July 13-14, 2024
Location: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303-1399
stanhywet.org

MAIN STREET WADSWORTH: Taste of Wadsworth
Medina County NE OH
Date:  July 17, 2024
Time: 5:30pm-8pm
Location: Downtown Wadsworth, OH
mainstreetwadsworth.org

LOWELLVILLE MT. CARMEL SOCIETY ITALIAN FESTIVAL
Dates: July 17-20, 2024
Location: 102 Washington St., Lowellville, OH 44436
website

THE NORTH EAST OHIO QUILT SHOW
Dates:  July 18-20, 2024
Location:  Wayne County Fair Event Center
199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH  44691
aquiltersdestination.com
Free admission. Free Parking.

THE OHIO CHALLENGE 
Dates: July 19-20, 2024
Location: Butler County Warbirds
2301 Wedekind Dr, Middletown, OH 45042
ohiochallenge.com

Family-friendly hot air balloon festival.
Hot air balloons
Night balloon glow
Car show
Fireworks show
Teethered Balloon rides
Virtual plane jump
Plane show & rides
Carnival rides

Pieceable Quilters 2024 Quilt Show
July 19-20, 2024
Time: SAT 9am-5pm | SUN 9am-4pm
Zanesville High School
1701 Blue Avenue, Zanesville 43701
Admission: $6 | 12 and under free with an adult.
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ISLAND FEST
Erie County NW OH
Dates: July 19-21, 2024
Location: Memorial Park, 112 Division Street, Kelleys Island, OH 43438
kelleysislandchamber.com

ST. JOSEPH’S OX ROAST FAIR 
Portage County NE OH
Date: July 19-21, 2024
Location: St. Joseph Church
11045 St. Joseph Blvd., Mantua, OIH 44255
centralportagevcb.org

FESTA ITALIANA 
Dates: July 19-21, 2024
Location: Falls River Front Square, Cuyahoga Falls, OH-
festaitalianacf.com

CLEVELAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL – King Lear
Cuyahoga County NE OH
Dates: July 19-August 4, 2024
Times: FRI & SAT 7pm | SUN 4pm
Location: Sims Park, Euclid, OH
clevelandshakespeare.org

BASH ON THE BAY 7
Dates: August 21-22, 2024
Location: Put-in-Bay Airport, South Bass Island, OH

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 – Jelly Roll, Oliver Anthony, Warren Zeiders, Ashland Craft, Logan Crosby
Thursday, August 22, 2024 – Hardy, Ernest, Drake White & The Fire, Tigerlily Gold, Cory Farley

Ticket holders from last year’s rained out show can convert their tickets to this year’s show or get a refund.
Hotel options and more information about Put-in-Bay can be found at VisitPutinBay.com. Extend your stay and explore the entire Shores & Islands Ohio region – SHORESandISLANDS.com will give you plenty of ideas on how to enjoy your Bash on the Bay getaway. Get additional concert details at BashontheBay.com.

 

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