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... Events This Week
March 29, 2026 - April 5, 2026
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March 29
Greenie Sports Card Show
March 29
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
March 29
Hometown Vendors Show
March 29
Come out for the Cleveland Spring Craft & Vendor Market and meet amazing indoor and outdoor local vendors, discover seasonal treats, and find some unique items for all occasions.
March 29
Sensory Bunny
March 29
A quieter, sensory-friendly experience that will allow families to visit the Easter Bunny prior to the mall opening in a calmer environment with minimal guest traffic.
March 29
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
March 29
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp:
A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities.
March 29
Buckeye Alpaca Show
March 29
This show, in its 21st year, continues to be a regional celebration of the alpaca industry, focused on welcoming all breeders, large and small, old, and new!
The Buckeye Alpaca Show, Inc., is a 501c3 Public Charity.
March 30
Greenie Sports Card Show
March 30
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
March 30
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
March 30
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp:
A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities.
March 30
Story Walk at Crocker Park
March 30
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
March 30
Spring Break Camp: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
March 30
Ages 5-10 will explore the zoo, focusing on how active animals are during spring and what goes into keeping them comfortable year-round.
March 31
Greenie Sports Card Show
March 31
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
March 31
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
March 31
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp:
A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities.
March 31
Books, Beats and Bubbles
March 31
musical story time for families with toe-tapping tunes, instruments and dancing.
March 31
March 31
Story Walk at Crocker Park
March 31
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 1
Greenie Sports Card Show
April 1
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
April 1
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
April 1
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp:
A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities.
April 1
Story Walk at Crocker Park
April 1
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 1
Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard
April 1
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton! Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 1
April 2
Greenie Sports Card Show
April 2
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
April 2
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
April 2
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp:
A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities.
April 2
Jr. Cavs Adapted Basketball
April 2
Beginner sessions are held for athletes ages 5 and up that are new to basketball or may need additional support.
April 2
Story Walk at Crocker Park
April 2
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 2
Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard
April 2
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton! Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 3
Storytime with Josh
April 3
Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
April 3
Greenie Sports Card Show
April 3
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
April 3
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
April 3
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp:
A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities.
April 3
Story Walk at Crocker Park
April 3
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 3
Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard
April 3
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton! Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 4
Greenie Sports Card Show
April 4
Come check out sports cards, memorabilia and pop culture collectibles.
April 4
Elemental: Children’s Saturday Studios
April 4
Sculpt, carve, and collaborate ideas into works that can be held and explored.
Age groups: Five to seven years old and eight to ten years old
These open-ended classes allow artists to engage with the museum’s collection while building idea-generation and critical-thinking skills.
April 4
Story Walk at Crocker Park
April 4
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk featuring Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
April 4
Story Walk at Eton Chagrin Boulevard
April 4
Enjoy a free, family‑friendly Story Walk at Eton! Stroll the property and read a featured children’s book page by page at designated stops—perfect for families, schools, and community groups.
April 4
Free Easter Bunny Photos at Eton
April 4
Hop into spring with free, self‑serve photos with the Easter Bunny!
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