Summer festivals, fairs, special events – August, September 2025 | Our guide covers the Youngstown-Warren area, Columbiana County and western Pennsylvania.
August
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, July 29. Service members in full uniform will be admitted free daily. Monday, July 28-Sunday, Aug. 3. $6-$10.
St. Patrick Church Festival. 357 N. Main St., Hubbard 44436. 330-534-1928. Features homemade parish food, games, rides, live entertainment and a basket auction. 6-10 p.m., Thursday, July 31 (Music with No Funk No Justice). 6-11 p.m., Friday, Aug. 1 (Music with Dr. Zoot). 5-11 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 2 (Music with the Chris Higbee Band). 1-10 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 3 (Music with The Feral Cats, 1 p.m. and Old Skool Band, 6 p.m.). Thursday, July 31-Sunday, Aug. 3.
38th annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest. Central Square, downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-501-3171. www.youngstownitalianfest.org…. Festival showcases Italian-American heritage and culture through music, food, vendors and Italian games. The festival 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 other activities. Entertainment includes music by The Feral Cats, Rex Taneri, Vintage Vinyl and RDNA (Aug. 1); Jim Frank, Butch Nicholas Band, G-4 and The Vindys (Aug. 2); and Lowellville Band, Avanti Band, No Funk No Justice and The HouseBand (Aug. 3). The festival also includes a beer and wine tent. The festival is hosted by the Italian Heritage Foundation of Youngstown, Inc. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday, Aug. 1; 2-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 3. Friday, Aug. 1-Sunday, Aug. 3.
African American Male Wellness Agency 10th Anniversary 5K Walk and Run. 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. 2.
48th 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. 2.
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. This annual car show features door prizes, trophies, dash plaques, an auction, food, and a Kids’ Korner. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 3.
Chardon Square Arts Festival. Chardon Square, 100 Short Court St., Chardon 44024. chardonsquareassociation.org…. This 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. Also includes food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 3.
Bike Nite. Quaker Steak and Lube, Sharon, 101 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pa. 16146. D.J. Fast Freddie hosts. Includes entertainment, prizes and contests. 6-9 p.m., the first Wednesday of the month through August. Aug. 6.
40th annual Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival. Courthouse Square, 161 High St., Warren 44481. 330-550-7877. This annual festival celebrates Italian heritage and culture with food, music, vendors, cultural and heritage displays, bocce and morra tournaments. 4-11 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 8 and 9; 11 a.m.-10 p .m. Sunday, Aug. 10. Aug. 7-10.
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… 330-744-5914. This adults-only event will include live entertainment; wine, beer, and spirit tastes; hands-on interactive exhibits; and a silent auction. 6-9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 8. $75.
Shaker Woods Festival. 44337 County Line Road, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-0214. shakerwoods.com. Features more than 200 juried crafters from around the country. Includes food and entertainment. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 9-10, 16-17, 23-24.
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. 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15-10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 17. Aug. 15-17. $65-$21.
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 a pinup-girl contest, a junior greaser contest, vintage fashion show, panel jam charity auction and a kids tent with Hot Wheels track. Children 10 and under admitted free. Aug. 8-10. Noon-6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 8; 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 9; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 10. Presale: day, $15; weekend, $30. At the gate: day, $20; weekend, $40.
33rd 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. 14-17. 4 p.m.-midnight, Thursday, Aug. 14 and Friday, Aug. 15; 2 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Aug. 16; and 1 p.m.-midnight, Sunday, Aug. 17.
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. Aug. 15-17. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday, Aug. 15; noon-10 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16; 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 17.
2025 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. The event features nearly 150 local musicians, bands and artists. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16.
15th annual Hot Air Balloon Fest. Mastropietro Winery, 14558 Ellsworth Road, Berlin Center 44401. 330-547-2151 and 330-770-9372. ma****************@***il.com…, mastropietrowinery.com. The festival features food trucks, craft vendors, and more. Bring lawn chairs. Noon-8 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 17.
15th 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. 24.
179th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment. Musical acts include Brad Paisley (Aug. 31) and Lynyrd Skynyrd (Sept. 1). Aug. 27-Sept. 1.
September
179th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment. Musical acts include Brad Paisley (Aug. 31) and Lynyrd Skynyrd (Sept. 1). Aug. 27-Sept. 1.
Greek Food & Wine Festival. Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church, 401 12th St. (between Porter and Blossom) Campbell 44405. 330-755-9072 (during festival), 330-755-3596 (church office). archangelmichael.oh.goarch.org…. Showcases Greek food and culture, including traditional food and pastries (gyros, souvlakia and lamb sandwiches), specialty coffee, wine tastings and sales. Also features Greek music, folk-dance performances and cultural and religious items. Sept. 26-28. Noon-10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 26; noon-10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27; noon-9 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 28.
Krakusy Society’s Polish Festival. Christ Our Savior Parish (St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church), 764 5th St., Struthers 44471. 330-256-2462. krakusysociety.org…. Features authentic Polish food, Polish beers, vodkas, Nalewka, raffles and music by The Zolkas. Under 12 admitted free. $5. Noon-8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 6.
Fair Haven Farms Fall Festival. Fair Haven Farms. 206 Lee Road, Grove City, Pa. 16127. 412-848-3501. fairhavenfarms.net…. Features a hayride to the Pumpkin Patch, corn maze, Fun Center activities and shopping. Held each weekend from Sept. 12 through Oct. 13. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Fridays; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sundays. Friday, Sept. 12-Sunday, Oct. 26. $15 per person (3 years and older).
¡Hola Fest! Youngstown. Wean Park, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. holafest.org…. This one-day festival will celebrate the Mahoning Valley’s Hispanic culture and community. The day opens with a parade and continues with music, food, fashion, art, dance, a pageant and children’s activities. The festival celebrates the countries and cultures of Hispanic/Latin America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, México, Nicaragua, Perú and Puerto Rico. Countries will display items and musical instruments from their native lands in their respective booths. Attendees can sample music, visit, and learn about different cultures. For more information on the parade, call or email pa****@******st.org…. Visit here for more information on the festival. Noon-9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13.
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