Summer festivals for June-August 2026 | Our Enjoy Summer Guide covers Youngstown-Warren, Ohio, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania.
JUNE
Sebring Firemen’s Festival 2026. 235 E. Ohio Ave., Sebring 44672-1412. Sponsored by Sebring Fire and EMS. Features food, music, bingo, rides, a car show and a parade (Friday). June 3-6.
Trumbull County African American Achievers Association Heritage Festival. Courthouse Square Park, 161 High St. NW, Warren 44481. Email: Tr***************@***il.com. Annual festival celebrates African-American heritage and culture. The three-day festival includes vendors, food trucks, music and special events. Opening ceremony: 11 a.m., Friday, Courthouse Square (with Warren Mayor Doug Franklin); parade (from Restoration Church to Courthouse Square): 10-11 a.m., Saturday; concert at the Amp featuring Word Up Story (formerly of Cameo), 5-9 p.m., Saturday; Gospel Sunday, noon-9 p.m., Sunday, Courthouse Square. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., June 5-7.
2nd annual Tails on the Town. 18 W. Broad St., Newton Falls. Presented by Hometown Hound. All dogs must be friendly and leashed. See the event’s Facebook page for additional information. Includes vendors, treats and dog-friendly activities. Dog-friendly stores will be identified with signage. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, June 6.
9th Annual Car Show. New Castle School of Trades, 4117 Pulaski Road, New Castle, Pa. 16101. Phil Riggs, 724-290-3870. Occurs on the New Castle School of Trades campus. This four-class show features custom trophies. Includes a D.J., food, tool truck, vendors and raffles. Gates open at 8 a.m. Dash plaques for first 200 admitted. There’s a $5 registration for participating cars. Free admission for spectators. Proceeds benefit American Legion Riders. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, June 6. Free.
Riverfest. Mahoning River at W. Water St., Lowellville 44436. This annual family-friendly event celebrates the Mahoning River with live music, exhibits, vendors and food trucks. The event is presented by Friends of the Mahoning River. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, June 6.
Main Street Kent Art & Wine Festival. 136 N. Water St., downtown Kent 44240. The Art & Wine Festival is presented by Main Street Kent, The River Merchant and Renewal by Anderson. Features Ohio wineries, local food, art, live music and food trucks. Music takes place at the Hometown Bank Plaza and on N. Water Street. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, June 6. Free admission.
Weathersfield Flag Festival. 3750 S. Main St., Mineral Ridge 44440. Presented by Weathersfield Community Connection Partners. The three-day festival features rides, carnival games, food, live music, a car show, community tents, a parade, fireworks, a beer tent and the “Addison Beard Color Run.” 5-11 p.m., June 11-13.
#1 Cochran Chevrolet Buick GMC Youngstown Ribs-N-Rock Festival. DeBartolo Commons, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. Facebook: RibsNRock. Features a rib cook off, competition and music festival. Free admission daily until 3 p.m. Thursday ($7 after 3 p.m.), Friday and Saturday ($10 after 3 p.m.). Thursday, June 11: Trapt with No Funk No Justice. Friday, June 12: The Clarks with Rajma and 7% Superstar. Saturday, June 13: Puddle of Mud with AC & The Heat and Mr. Miyagi 80s Band. June 11-13.
Forest County Bigfoot Festival. Main Street (Town Circle), Marienville, Pa. 16239. fo*****************@***il.com. Annual festival offers speakers, music, entertainment, vendors, food trucks and family fun. Activities include a speakers’ roundtable, a 5K race and Bigfoot-themed activities. 4-9 p.m., Friday; 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday; 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday. June 12-14.
Living Dead Weekend Monroeville 2026. Monroeville Mall, 200 Mall Circle Drive, Monroeville, Pa. 15146. Annual festival celebrates George A. Romero’s iconic “Dawn of the Dead” and the library of films based on “The Living Dead” series. The festival also celebrates “Dawn of the Dead” in the place it was filmed (Monroeville Mall) and the people who made it. Includes movie screenings, panel discussions, location tours, celebrity appearances, official merchandise, and a “Dawn of the Dead Monroeville Mall Reunion” (featuring many of the original film actors). Visit the website for program information and tickets. June 12-14.
High on Life Kite Festival. Riverside Park, 1307 Tod Av. NW, Warren 44485. Information: 330-481-8283. Includes free kites (while supplies last), food, local vendors, music (Columbus Metro Mass Choir) and keynote speakers. The event offers an anti-drug, alcohol and addiction awareness message. Noon-5 p.m., Saturday, June 13.
Christ Our Savior Parish Festival. St. Nicholas Church/Parish Great Hall, 764/766 Fifth St., Struthers 44471. Annual festival includes rides, food, parish baked goods, family and children’s activities, a beer tent and raffles. 6-10 p.m., June 17-18, 6-11 p.m., June 19 and 4-11 p.m., June 20. June 17-20.
Farrell Juneteenth Celebration. Farrell Veterans Square, 712 Spearman Ave., Farrell, Pa. 724-983-2703. Sponsored by the Farrell Community Development Committee. Festival celebrates African American culture and heritage. Includes food, music, vendors and entertainment. Live music: 496 West (Friday), Yung Joc (Saturday), Franchise Band (Sunday). Friday-Sunday, June 19-21.
The 6th annual Youngstown Juneteenth Cultural Festival. Wean Park and throughout downtown Youngstown. Facebook. Email: ju******************@***il.com. Three-day event celebrates the historic Juneteenth holiday and the Black ancestors’ quest for freedom. Includes cultural and educational programming, food, music and other activities. This year includes the Juneteenth Legacy Parade (noon, Friday), a drone show (Friday), the Youngstown Juneteenth Car and Bike Show (3-8 p.m., Friday). The festival also features the Youngstown Youth Talent Showcase, Soul Food Cook Off and the Juneteenth Rhyme Fest. Visit the Juneteenth Weeklong Celebration website and YoungstownJuneteenth.com on Facebook for registration information and additional details. June 19-21.
Full Spectrum Pride in the Valley Festival. Courthouse Square Park, downtown Warren 44481. 330-718-1859. The annual LGBTQ+ festival features food trucks, vendors, health screenings, children’s activities, live entertainment, a beer garden and a pride parade. The festival opens at noon with the parade. Noon-10 p.m., Saturday, June 20.
43rd annual Father’s Day Antique Car Show. State Street, downtown Sharon, Pa. 16146. Features over 600 cars. The Shenango Valley Region of the Antique Automotive Club of America hosts. Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, June 21.
Cortland Community Street Fair. Main Street, downtown Cortland 44410. Email: co**********************@***il.com. Annual street festival features food, rides, entertainment and children’s activities. Sponsored by the Cortland Lions Club. June 25-27.
15th annual Simply Slavic Heritage Festival. Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, 201 S. Phelps St., downtown Youngstown 44503. Email: in**@**********ic.org. Three-day festival features food, ethnic music, folk dancing, a Slavic Marketplace, a heritage tent (with educational information and exhibits), a baking competition and a Slavic beer garden (with imports). 5-11 p.m., Friday; noon-midnight, Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday. $5. Children 12 and younger admitted free. June 26-28.
Ohio Viking Festival 2026. Lake County Fairgrounds, 1301 Mentor Ave., Painesville 44077. Annual festival welcomes midsummer in Nordic fashion. Includes viking lore, activities, games, music, jousting, immersive entertainment, artisans, food, children’s activities and Viking history. 4-9 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday; 10-6 p.m., Sunday. June 26-28.
Chalk on the Walk & Youth Day. 180 N. Park Ave., Courthouse Square Park, downtown Warren 44481. 330-469-1729. Email: ch**********@***il.com. The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County will host its annual “Chalk on the Walk” where children can explore their artistic creativity (with chalk supplied by the Fine Arts Council). The event is open to all children. The free event features children’s activities, art, vendors, face painting, character photo ops and live music. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, June 27.
Pistons Cruisers 4th annual Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show. Elm Road Triple Drive-In Theatre, 1895 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-9732. Features classic cars and trucks on the grounds of the Elm Road Triple Drive-In Theatre. Registration 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Judging/show: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, June 27.
Pride Youngstown 2026. Central Square, downtown Youngstown 44503. The family friendly and inclusive event features a parade, festival, entertainment, vendors and educational workshops. Noon-9 p.m., Saturday, June 27.
51st annual Mesopotamia Ox Roast, Antiques and Flea Market. 8800 state Route 534, Mesopotamia 44439. 440-693-4602. Email: ox**********@***il.com. Annual event benefits Mesopotamia’s volunteer firefighters association. Features 160 vendors, entertainment, and the festival’s iconic roast beef sandwiches. There will also be a pancake breakfast (7-11 a.m.) each day at the Town Hall. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday and Saturday), 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday. July 3-5.
48th annual Austintown 4th of July Parade. Intersection of Raccoon and Kirk roads, Austintown 44515. Annual holiday festival includes floats, safety vehicles and a parade. The parade originates at the intersection of Raccoon and Kirk and proceeds north on Raccoon toward the Austintown Library. Noon, Saturday, July 4.
JULY
51st annual Mesopotamia Ox Roast, Antiques and Flea Market. 8800 state Route 534, Mesopotamia 44439. 440-693-4602. Email: ox**********@***il.com. Annual event benefits Mesopotamia’s volunteer firefighters association. Features 160 vendors, entertainment, and the festival’s iconic roast beef sandwiches. There will also be a pancake breakfast (7-11 a.m.) each day at the Town Hall. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday and Saturday), 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday. July 3-5.
W.D. Packard Band Fourth of July Concert (with fireworks). W.D. Packard Music Hall Concert Shell and Lawn, 1703 Mahoning Ave N.W., Warren 44483. 330-393-3628. WDPackardBand.com. Annual Fourth of July concert features classics from the American songbook, show tunes and patriotic music. The W.D. Packard Band presents free concerts to the community throughout the year. Summer concerts are performed outdoors on the South Lawn Packard Music Hall. 8 p.m., Saturday, July 4.
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church Summerfest. 220 N. Walnut St., Youngstown 44505. 330-743-5493. stnicksyou.com.Festival occurs on church property across from Choffin Career Center.Features Greek food (lamb, chicken and fish), pastries, music, dancing, entertainment and culture.Offers lunch and dinner carryouts daily. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday. July 10-13.
Slovenefest. SSNPJ Recreation Center, 270 Martin Road, Enon Valley, Pa. 16120. Toll-Free: 1-877-767-5732; 724-336-5180l. Email: sn**@*****ec.com. www.slovenefest.com. Features Slovenian polka bands and button box accordion clubs (indoors and outdoors), crafters and food. Age 16 and under admitted free. Schedule. July 10-12.
YSU Summer Festival of the Arts. Campus commons, Youngstown State University, Youngstown 44555. Annual arts festival features juried art for sale, music, theatrical performances and food. To view participating artists, see here. 10-5 p.m., Saturday. 11-4 p.m., Sunday. July 11-12.
Girard Mount Carmel Festival. 33 W. Wilson Ave., Girard 44420. 330-545-8972. Features food (Italian and American), games, rides, live music and raffles. Schedule. July 11-16.
Trumbull County Fair. Trumbull County Fairgrounds, 899 Everett Hull Road, Cortland 44410. www.trumbullcountyfair.com. Annual county fair features food, music, agricultural displays, truck and tractor pulls, a rodeo, and a demolition derby. Schedule. July 14-19.
Lowellville Mt. Carmel Society Festival. Annual festival features food, music, fireworks and the iconic Babydoll Dance. Music each night. July 15-18.
93rd annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Summer Festival. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church Campus, 381 Robbins Ave., Niles 44446. mountcarmelniles.com. Annual festival features church-made Italian foods (pizza, cheese puffs, cavatelli, church-made meatballs, sausage sandwiches, fried bologna, smelts, calamari and baked items). Other attractions include music, games, rides and a bocce tournament. Open for lunch Thursday and Friday (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) and dinner all days of the festival. Thursday-Sunday, July 16-19.
14th annual Butterfly Festival. Southside Community Butterfly Garden, 88 Williamson Ave., Youngstown. Family-friendly event includes live butterflies, music, food, vendors and plant sales and a pop-up library. 1-4 p.m., Saturday, July 18.
Warren Greek Fest. St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 3223 Atlantic Ave., NE, Warren 44483. Annual festival features Greek food (gyros, souvlaki, taverna, Greek dining, and pastries), music, Greek dancers, rides and games.4-10 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday; 4-11 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 1-9 p.m., Sunday. July 22-26. Free admission.
26th annual Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival. 343 Via Mount Carmel Ave., Youngstown 44505. 330-743-4144. Annual church festival features Italian food, music (Italian singers and bands), an outdoor Mass and parade, Man and Woman of the Year, children’s activities, raffles, heritage and culture. July 23-26.
330-394-1899. Email: na******@***********um.org.
93rd annual Serbian Day Picnic. Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 39 Laird Ave., Youngstown 44509. Festival features traditional Serbian food (barbecued lamb and pork, grilled sausage, Serbian potato salad and rice, kielbasa and sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage), doughnuts, strudel and assorted pastries. Also includes live music in the pavilion (Nite Owls from 1-3 p.m. and Orkestar Pobeda (3-7 p.m.), a children’s bounce house, raffles and refreshments. To preorder lamb and pork, call 330-550-6628 before July 18). Noon-8 p.m., Sunday, July 26.
St. Patrick Church Festival. 357 N. Main St., Hubbard 44436. 330-534-1928. Features parish food, games, rides, live music and a basket auction. 6-10 p.m., Thursday; 6-11 p.m., Friday; 5-11 p.m., Saturday; 1-9 p.m., Sunday. Thursday, July 30-Sunday, Aug. 2.
39th annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest. Central Square, downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-501-3171. www.youngstownitalianfest.org. Festival showcases Italian-American heritage and culture through live music, food, vendors and games. The event includes Italian Fest Man and Woman of the Year presentations, Miss Italian Fest Pageant, a homemade wine contest, hot peppers in oil contest, the awarding of Italian Fest scholarships, a Sunday Mass and procession, a morra tournament and a beer and wine tent. The festival is hosted by the Italian Heritage Foundation of Youngstown, Inc. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday; 2-11 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday. Schedule. July 31-Aug. 2.
AUGUST
Black Men’s Wellness Day – Mahoning Valley. Covelli Centre, 229 Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. aawellness.org. This event features a 5K walk and run, free health screenings, a children’s play area, food and music. 7 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Aug. 1.
49th annual Lakewood Arts Festival. 14701 Detroit Ave., Lakewood 44107. Features over 100 artists, including painting, prints and works on paper, photography, ceramics, art glass, sculpture, fiber, wood and jewelry. Also includes food and live music. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 1.
46th annual Cars in the Park Car Show and Flea Market. Maag Amphitheater, Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman 44512. 330-965-0482, 330-518-9338. Presented by the Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club. Annual car show features door prizes, trophies, dash plaques, an auction, food, and a Kids’ Korner. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 2.
Chardon Square Arts Festival. Chardon Square, 100 Short Court St., Chardon 44024. chardonsquareassociation.org. Juried, outdoor show will feature over 100 artists in a park like-setting. Works include painting, stained glass, leather, fabric art, wood carving, pottery, photography, weaving, copper, jewelry, stone cutting and more. Event includes food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 2.
Columbiana County Fair. 225 Lee Ave., Lisbon 44432. 330-424-5531. www.columbianacountyfair.com. Features agricultural exhibits, livestock, food and family entertainment. Children 5 and under are admitted free. Senior citizens ages 62 and older and veterans with proper ID will be admitted free on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Service members in full uniform will be admitted free daily. Aug. 3-9. $6-$10.
40th annual Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival. Courthouse Square, 161 High St., Warren 44481. 330-550-7877. Annual festival celebrates Italian heritage and culture with food, music, vendors, cultural and heritage displays, an outdoor Italian Mass, Italian cookies and pastries homemade wine competition, pageants, bocce and morra tournaments and a beer tent. 4-11 p.m., Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Schedule. Aug. 6-9.
15th annual Oh Wow! On Tap. OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology, 15 Central Square, first floor, Youngstown 44503. ohwowkids.org/pages/science-of-brewing. 330-744-5914. This adults-only event will include live entertainment; wine, beer, and spirit tastes; hands-on interactive exhibits; and a silent auction. Sponsorships. Tickets. 6-9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 7.
Shaker Woods Festival. 44337 County Line Road, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-0214. shakerwoods.com. Features more than 200 juried crafters from around the country. Items include Shaker-style brooms, hand-thrown pottery, glass, jewelry, handmade furniture, candles, handcrafted knives, herbs, spices, baskets, produce and soaps food. The festival also includes food and live entertainment. Festival schedule/map. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Aug. 8-9,15-16, 22-23.
Lazy Daisy Festival. Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 Nelson Ledge Road, Garrettsville 44231. This annual JiMiller Band event features music, hiking, biking, swimming, cliff diving, sand volleyball and food vendors. Admission includes music and camping. Tickets. Aug. 7-9.
Rockabilly Ruckus. Trumbull County Fairgrounds, 899 Everett Hull Road, Cortland 44410. rockabillyruckus.com. E&N Vintage Entertainment, LLC will host this year’s event that features rockabilly music and show vehicles. Activities include pinup-girl contests, a junior greaser contest, vintage fashion show, panel jam charity auction and a kids tent with Hot Wheels track, and a American Motor Drome Wall of Death Motorcycle Thrill Show. Children 10 and under admitted free. One free admission for the weekend for active military, fire, EMT, police or State Highway Patrol. Noon-6 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday. Aug. 7-9. Presale: day, $15; weekend, $30. At the gate: day, $20; weekend, $40.
34th Annual Brier Hill Italian Fest. Calvin and Victoria streets, Youngstown 44510. 330-501-6060. The annual Brier Hill Italian Fest occurs in Brier Hill on Youngstown’s North Side. Features food, music, vendors, bocce and Italian heritage and culture. Aug. 13-16.
5th annual Mahoning Valley Irish Festival. St. Luke’s Catholic Church, 5235 South Ave., Boardman 44512. 330-400-2462. mvirishfestival.org. in**@*********st.org. The Mahoning Valley Irish Festival celebrates Irish heritage with food, music and cultural activities. 11-9 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday. Aug. 15-16.
Glendi – St. John’s Summer Greek Festival. St. John the Forerunner Greek Orthodox Church, 4955 Glenwood Ave., Boardman 44512. 330-788-5257. Annual festival celebrates Greek food, music, heritage and culture. Food includes lamb, gyros, grape leaves, homemade pastries and other Greek specialties. Includes Greek music, dancing, Greek and domestic beers, an Orthodox book store and church tours. Aug. 20-23.
2026 Highland Square PorchRokr Festival. Highland Square Akron 44303. highlandsquareakron.org. Facebook: porchrokr. PorchRokr transforms historic Highland Square porches into one-day art studios and concert venues (11 a.m.-7 p.m.). The event features nearly 150 local musicians, bands and artists. The headliner takes the Main Stage from 7:30-9 p.m. PorchRokr takes place the third Saturday of August each year in Akron’s Highland Square
neighborhood. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 15.
16th annual Panerathon. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. This 10K/2 Mile Walk/Run benefits the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center. All proceeds benefit Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley in support of the life-saving services at Joanie Abdu. Registration starts 8 a.m. 10 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 23.
September
180th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment. Sept. 2-7.
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