Upcoming summer activities in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania
Summer is a time for outdoor fun in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, and there are plenty of events to enjoy in the coming months. From music festivals to car shows, there is something for everyone to explore and experience. Here is a list of summer events to add to your calendar:
Starting with May, the Pollinator Palooza Festival on May 10 in Youngstown offers a unique opportunity to plant for pollinators, with native plant sales, artisan vendors, and food trucks to enjoy. The Mix 98.9 Time Warp Prom on May 30 in Canfield promises a night of nostalgia with a dinner buffet, live music, desserts, and a themed costume party for attendees over 21. If you’re a fan of orchestral music, don’t miss the St. Columba Festival Orchestra Concert on May 31 featuring the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra and the Greenville Symphony Orchestra.
Moving on to June, music lovers can catch Coheed and Cambria with Mastodon at the Youngstown Foundation Amp on June 1 for an evening of rock. First Fridays in Youngstown on June 6 offers a range of activities including live music, food, vendors, and shopping to kick off the weekend. If you’re looking for a night of entertainment, consider attending The Benders at the Robin’s Theatre on June 6, presented by The Ross Griffin Memorial Foundation.
For animal lovers, Tails on the Town at Hometown Hound on June 7 promises a fun summer event with vendors, dog-friendly activities, and music. Wine enthusiasts can head to the Columbiana Wine Fest at Firestone Farms on the same day to sample a variety of wines in a picturesque setting. Country music fans won’t want to miss Marty Stuart at Robin’s Theatre for a night of toe-tapping tunes on June 7.
If you’re looking for family-friendly activities, the Fishing Derby at Mosquito Lake State Park on June 7 offers a chance to enjoy the outdoors with naturalist activities and prizes for young anglers. For those who enjoy cultural events, the Simply Slavic Heritage Festival on June 13-14 provides a weekend of live music, folk dance performances, and homemade food in Youngstown.
As Father’s Day approaches, consider attending the Annual Father’s Day Weekend Root Beer Tasting at Sweet Memories Vintage Tees for a chance to celebrate with dad and enjoy a day of fun activities. And if you’re a BBQ fan, the BBQ Festival at Nova Destinations on June 14-15 offers themed food, drinks, games, and more for attendees of all ages.
As Pride Month kicks off, the PRIDE – Downtown Youngstown Parade & Celebration on June 14 promises a colorful parade, musical performances, interactive activities, and a costume contest for participants of all ages. And for music lovers, the Ribs-N-Rock Festival at the Southern Park Mall from June 19-21 offers a chance to enjoy live music performances while sampling delicious ribs.
These are just some of the exciting events happening in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania this summer, so be sure to mark your calendars and enjoy the season with friends and family.