Events This Week

August 9, 2026 - August 16, 2026

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Aug 9 Sunday 15 events
Aug 10 Monday 7 events
Aug 11 Tuesday 5 events
Aug 12 Wednesday 8 events
Aug 13 Thursday 3 events
Aug 14 Friday 5 events
Aug 15 Saturday 16 events
August 9

Twins Days Festival

August 9

The world’s largest gathering of twins and other multiples! Event Schedule: Friday, August 7, 2026 9:00 a.m. – Twins Days Golf Outing at Gleneagles Golf Club – Twinsburg (Open to all – twins & non-twins) 2:00 p.m. – Welcome Hot Dog Roast & Raffle (sponsored by Sheetz) Twinsburg High School (10084 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg, OH) For registered/registering twins & their families only.
August 9

North Ridgeville Corn Festival

August 9

Fireworks, kids’ games, live entertainment, corn eating contests and more!

Friday will consist of Opening Ceremonies, Live Music & a Drone Show!

August 9

The Princess Concert

August 9

You are invited to an enchanting concert, singing the most magical music.
August 9

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 9

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 9

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire

August 9

Flames, pyro effects, dazzling lighting, jaw-dropping stunts and more.

August 10

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 10

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 10

Sensory Sensitive Playtime at Little Diggers

August 10

A giant indoor sandbox with a calmer, quieter play environment with reduced music and dimmed lighting.
August 10

Crescendo Kids

August 10

Join a new group of friends at Mixed Melody for a 60-minute program.
August 10

Messy Mondays

August 10

Hands on arts and crafts outdoors for Families and youth (ages birth to 5 years and all ages).
August 10

Fairmount Teen Curators

August 10

Teens will learn all of the ins and outs of putting on an art exhibit.

August 11

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 11

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 11

Adapted Rock Climbing

August 11

Beginner-friendly rock climbing for children ages 7+.
August 11

Safety Day

August 11

Enjoy a fun, welcoming community event to discover helpful health and safety resources through hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and friendly conversations.
August 11

FinFest

August 11

Attention all shark and stingray FIN-atics!
August 11

Summer Planetarium Shows

August 11

Cosmic Kids and Universe at Large Planetarium programs. 

August 12

Astronomy Club

August 12

Explore the world of astronomy in a fun, social environment on the second Wednesday of each month.
August 12

Pokémon Club

August 12

Meet and battle fellow Pokémon fans.
August 12

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 12

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 12

Fun on the Farm

August 12

Pony and pony cart rides, horse rides and more.
August 12

Family Circle Time

August 12

Stories, songs and fingerplays.

August 13

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 13

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 13

Delight Nights

August 13

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
August 13

Willoughby Hills Young & Restless

August 13

2-4 year olds will enjoy music, movement, shakers, bubbles, and parachutes.

August 14

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 14

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 14

Valley City Street Fair

August 14

An annual fundraiser including games, bands, cornhole tournaments and more.
August 14

Touch a Bug

August 14

 Nature newbie?
August 14

Mentor CityFest

August 14

Activities, games, entertainment, Kids Zone and much more.
August 14

Pop Up Family Program

August 14

Learn about the history of toys & games.

August 15

Fun at First & Main in Hudson - Back to School Bash

August 15

Now in our 12th year!

August 15

Once Upon a Story

August 15

Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
August 15

Coshocton Sunflower Festival

August 15

Three acres of sunflowers with over 50 varieties of sunflowers in the field this year. Guests can cool off and relax under the shade of trees after a sunny adventure in the sunflower field.  The festival is well staffed to make sure that all guests have the best experience and are there to help guests get the most enjoyment possible.
August 15

Valley City Street Fair

August 15

An annual fundraiser including games, bands, cornhole tournaments and more.
August 15

Sensory-Friendly Saturdays at The Cleveland Museum of Art

August 15

Every 3rd Saturday, enjoy adapted events to meet diverse sensory-processing needs. Guests on the autism spectrum, people experiencing dementia, and those of all ages who have intellectual or developmental disabilities are invited to a calming museum experience with less stimulation before the museum opens to the public.

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