Youngstown/Warren Events – Week 3 – May 2026 | Our calendar covers activities in Youngstown-Warren, Ohio, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania.
Week 3 | May 15-21
Friday 15
Park Wanderings. Outdoor Concourse, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7107, extension 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Educator Miss Lynn leads a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month features Fellows Riverside Gardens. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by May 13. No walk-ins. No pets. 9-10 a.m. $5.
Gotta Move Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features musical and movement activities. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. 10 a.m.
Plants & Pathways. Parking lot, Lake Newport Wetlands. Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Park educator and Ohio-certified volunteer naturalist Gary Davenport will explain the plants at Mill Creek MetroParks, their ecological roles and how to identify them. Features a gentle walk up to 1-2 miles on uneven surfaces. Register by May 13. No walk-ins. No pets. 6-7:30 p.m.
Your Youngstown Symphony Orchestra Presents Inextinguishable. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com. The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of music director Erik Ochsner, will present “Inextinguishable” as part of its 2025-26 season. The concert opens with Modest Mussorgsky’s “Khovanshchina Prelude: Dawn on the Moskva River” and is followed by Anna Thorvaldsdóttir’s “Archora” and Felix Mendelssohn’s “Calm Sea & Prosperous Voyage.” Following intermission, the evening concludes with Carl Nielsen’s Symphony No. 4, Op. 29, “The Inextinguishable.” 7:30 p.m. $65, $50, $35, $20.
Yellow Brick Road – A Tribute to Elton John. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com. Gerald Brann and Yellow Brick Road recreate the vocals, music and style of Elton John. 7:30 p.m. $40.28.
Friday 15 | Music & Nightspots
Birdfish Brewing Company. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com. Honey Brother. Rock, funk, folk and soul. 6-9 p.m.
Cork & Cap Bottle Shop & Tasting Room. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Russ Saylor. Singer-songwriter. ’50s-’80s. 7 p.m.
Crickets Bar. 1733 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown 44502. 330-788-0028. The Classics. 8 p.m.
Robins Theatre. 160 E. Market St., Warren. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com. Yellow Brick Road – A Tribute to Elton John. 7:30 p.m.
Sundog Ciderhouse & Winery. 139 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408-8304. Dave Byers. 7-10 p.m.
Up a Creek Saloon. 4793 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-5135. Vegas Reunion Band. 7-10 p.m.
Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com. Logan B and Dirty Leaf. High energy punk funk. C-Level, Massive Hawk. 8 p.m. $10 (advance), $15 (day of show).
Saturday 16
Spore & Explore. Parking lot, Lake Newport Wetlands Parking Lot. Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Park educator and Ohio-certified volunteer naturalist Gary Davenport will explain will cover mushrooms, their ecological roles and how to identify them. Features a gentle stroll up to 1-2 miles. Register by May 14. No walk-ins. No pets. 10:30 a.m.-noon.
Beachcombing 101. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Shea Alltmont, creator of “Beaches Kick Glass” on social media, will discuss beach glass, fossils, pottery, rocks and other treasures that can be found along the shores of Lake Erie. Registration closes on May 16. 11 a.m., Saturday, May 16.
Model Train Expo with the Youngstown Model Railroad Association (YMRA). Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave, North Jackson 44451. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. The Youngstown Model Railroad Association will celebrate National Train Day with stories and anecdotes about the history of local railways.
Ballet Western Reserve 2026 Spring Gala: Broadway at the Ballet. DeYor, Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org. Ballet Western Reserve will present its annual Spring Gala. 3 p.m. $25-$13.
Donnie Iris and the Cruisers. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com. Donnie Iris and the Cruisers return to the Robins Theatre for one show. Despite personnel changes, the Pittsburgh-based group remains a cult (and Valley) favorite. The hits include “The Rapper,” “Ah! Leah!” and “Love is Like a Rock.” Their body of work includes 11 studio albums, two live albums and two compilations. Iris will be joined by seasoned musicians, including Joe Vitale and Joe Vitale Jr. Beauty and The Beat opens. 7:30 p.m. $79.93-$49.03.
Paranormal Investigation of Lanterman’s Mill. Lanterman’s Mill, Mill Creek MetroParks, 980 Canfield Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107, ext 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Park staff and the Collective Paranormal Research Society will lead a paranormal investigation of Lanterman’s Mill. For adults 18 and older. Requires registration. Register/pay by May 14. No walk-ins. 8-11 p.m. $40.
Saturday 16 | Music & Nightspots
Birdfish Brewing Company. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com. Leo D’Angelo and the Dead Foxes. Americana singer-songwriter. 2-5 p.m.
Birdfish Brewing Company. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com. Fyath. Rock trio. 7-9 p.m.
Cork & Cap Bottle Shop & Tasting Room. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Rachel & Lucas. Irish fiddle, originals, folk covers. 7 p.m.
Crickets Bar. 1733 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown 44502. 330-788-0028. Ridgemont. 8 p.m.
The New Manhattan. 7262 Hubbard-Masury Road, Hubbard 44425. 330-534-7890. Funhouse. 8 p.m.
Robins Theatre. 160 E. Market St., Warren. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com. Donnie Iris and the Cruisers. 7:30 p.m.
Sundog Ciderhouse & Winery. 139 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408-8304. Eclectic Acoustic. Acoustic rock duo. 7-10 p.m.
Up a Creek Saloon. 4793 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-5135. 1988. 7-11 p.m.
Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com. Caution with Bedmaker and Interior Stations. 8-11 p.m. $12 (advance), $15 (day of show).
Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com. Abraded, Gouted Corpse, Leptospira, Gelatin Skeleton. 7 p.m. $15 (advance), $20 (day of show).
Sunday 17
2026 Penguin City Foodie Fest. Penguin City Brewing Company, 460 E. Federal St., Youngstown. This annual event is presented by Premium Shows of America. The two-day event (May 16-17) includes food, drinks, music and Jack Loew Boxing. Food vendors include: Rutana’s Apple Dumplings, Jenny’s Steak Hoagies, Wok on the Wild Side, Tra’s Gourmet Sandwiches, Armida’s Cucina, Girardi Express, Antone’s, Molnar Cinnamon Rolls, Boardwalk Fries and Vlahos Original Greek Gyros. Food hours: noon-midnight, Saturday and noon-8 p.m., Sunday. Bands performing include RDNA (9 p.m. to midnight, Saturday) and The Infidels (5-7 p.m., Sunday).
#LoveMusic: Stephen L. Gage Legacy Concert. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com. YSU alumni, colleagues and friends of the late Dr. Stephen L. Gage will come together to perform the 2026 “#LoveMusic Legacy Concert.” Conductor Rob Seebacher will lead the orchestra and conductors Dennis Hawkins and Timothy Shade will lead the wind ensemble. Music selections include “Die Fledermaus” by Richard Strauss, “Robin Hood” by Michael Kamen and Paul Lavender and “Blue Shades” by Frank Ticheli. “Mission: #LoveMusic” aims to continue the legacy of Gage and his passion for music through encouragement, support, and development. More information can be found at www.missionlovemusic.org. 3 p.m. Call or visit www.stambaughauditorium.com for tickets.
Monday 18
Baby Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features songs, stories and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m.
For teens in grades 7 through 12 will learn hot to prepare for their first job. Learn what to know when filling out an application or resume.
Beginning Computer 3. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Learn about Windows tips and tricks, like changing the desktop wallpaper and creating shortcuts. Requires Beginning Computers 2. Call or register online. 6 p.m.
Tuesday 19
Family Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers and babies with a caregiver. 10 a.m.
Read to Ellie. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session with Ellie, a registered therapy dog with P.A.W.S therapy team, while spots remain. For grades 1-4. 5:30-7 p.m.
Basic Microsoft Word 3. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. In this class, the group will learn a few advanced like inserting pictures, shapes, text boxes and tables. Registration is required, space is limited. Tuesday, May 19.
Yoga Basics Outdoor Course. Kidston Pavilion, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, extension 230. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Instructor Karres Cvetkovich will teach a six-week, guided-outdoor class. Register online or call. 6-7:15 p.m., Tuesdays, May 19-June 23. $72.
Route 66 is Rolling Through Ohio. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Get your kicks with essential road music, including the Bobby Troup classic “Route 66,” along with visuals and backstories from one of America’s most-iconic highways. The program will cover Route 66’s rich history, cultural impact and kitschy nostalgia. Registration is required.
Wednesday 20
Hang with Ariel. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children can join Ariel, a five-year-old Border Collie mix, to hang out or read. Requires registration. 5-6 p.m.
Thursday 21
Frog Walk. Vickers Nature Preserve, Mill Creek MetroParks, 10334 W. Akron-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Includes an educational hike with park staff and volunteers to look and listen for native frogs. Hike is 1 mile. Register by May 19. No walk-ins. No pets. 8:30-10 p.m.
Hang With Bailey. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children can meet and visit with Bailey, a golden retriever who recently joined the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For information on therapy dogs, visit here. 4-5 p.m.
Microsoft Excel 1. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Learn the basics of creating spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel, including navigating the program, working with rows/columns and entering and sorting data. Introduces basic formulas and functions. Familiarity with a mouse, keyboard, and computer required. Registration is required. Call or register online. 6 p.m.
Consumer Law, Bankruptcy and Debt Collection: Know your Rights
Alzheimer’s Association Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to FinancesMain Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org.
Penguin City Night Market: Flower Power. Penguin City Brewing Company, 460 E. Federal St., Youngstown. Penguin City’s night market will feature over 30 vendors. The evening also includes photo-ops, swag bags and signature drinks. 6-9 p.m.
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