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May 2026
Akron Children’s Festival
A free, family event full of fun activities and a chance to find summer camps & family resources. Register now for character visits with Bluey, Marshall & Stitch, Candy Hunt, Fun Zone & Bounce Park, Fun Zone, Tunnel Zone, family bingo, prize game area, balloon artist, face painter and tons of other indoors activities. Register early – this event will sell out! Featured Activities: CHARACTER MEET & TREAT: Meet & Greet with Bluey, Marshall, and Stitch! PLUS, Cupcakes or Cookies and special stickers! CANDY HUNT: Candy & Prizes!…
Find out more »Tales for Tots
Learn more about trees through a story and investigation. 10-11 a.m.
Find out more »2025 Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
Popular for its family picnic-style atmosphere, the 26th annual Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest held at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds will begin Friday, May 23 and runs through Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy a showcase of musical entertainment, kid-friendly activities, food and more!
Find out more »Revolutionary War School Day
Experience history on the front lines and learn about life on the frontier during the American Revolution! Students between fourth and eighth grade will learn more about the Revolutionary War and how early American settlers lived through interactive stations and demonstrations that cover Revolutionary War history, local Ohio history, and more! This event is open to public schools, private schools, and homeschoolers of all ages. All activities meet Ohio educational standards. Cost is $7 per student. Admission is free for…
Find out more »Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest – It’s Barbeque, Bands & Brew
It is almost time for Summer, and that means it's time for Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest. Begun back in 1999, Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest is Northeast Ohio's Premier Kick-Off-To-Summer Event. The festival is produced by the Berea City Club—a group of local business owners who promote positive civic initiatives for the betterment of the City of Berea. It is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization originally established back in 1998. Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer…
Find out more »Shaker Arts Council Presents Von James Xperience: An Evening of Soulful Music
On Friday, May 22, 2026 the Shaker Arts Council will present Von James Xperience: An Evening of Soulful Music. Enjoy powerful vocals and soulful music from jazz and gospel to R &B, featuring vocalist Von James and the band, the Von James Xperience. The performance will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland, 21600 Shaker Blvd, Shaker Heights OH 44122. Advance tickets are $15 and at-the-door tickets are $20. Tickets include light refreshments. The performance begins at 7:00pm…
Find out more »Soap Box Derby
Anyone between the ages of 7 and 20 years of age is eligible to compete.
Find out more »Renaissance Faire
Majestic creatures of the zoo meet the magic of a bygone age. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Find out more »Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market
Visit more than 1,000 indoor and outdoor vendors. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »Free Passenger Fare for Active Military & Veterans
Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay or Middle Bass Island.
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