Summer festivals, special events for June 2026 | Our Enjoy Summer Guide covers Youngstown-Warren, Ohio, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania.
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, Friday, July 4.
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Bike Nite. Quaker Steak and Lube, 5800 Patriot Blvd., Austintown. Motorcycles, live music and bike giveaways (no band on days when it’s raining). 6-9 p.m., every Thursday now through Sept. 10, either the exception of Sept. 3.
Mahoning Valley Car Cruises. Quaker Steak and Lube, 5800 Patriot Blvd., Austintown. 6-9 p.m., every Sunday through October.
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