Events This Week

August 10, 2025 - August 17, 2025

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Aug 10 Sunday 11 events
Aug 11 Monday 5 events
Aug 12 Tuesday 6 events
Aug 13 Wednesday 5 events
Aug 14 Thursday 6 events
Aug 15 Friday 4 events
Aug 16 Saturday 11 events
August 10

Akron Pickle Fest

August 10

Pickle games, pickle contests, pickle parades and much more.
August 10

North Ridgeville Corn Festival

August 10

Fireworks, kids’ games, live entertainment, corn eating contest and more. 
August 10

Family FUNday

August 10

Family-friendly games, movement-based activities, art and more.
August 10

Asian Lantern Festival

August 10

Walk or drive through an illuminated zoo after dark with live acrobatics, culturally-inspired cuisine and lantern displays.
August 10

Back to School Sidewalk Sale

August 10

Snag the best deals of the season from the sidewalks all weekend long to get ready for the back-to-school routine. 

August 11

Wee Warrior Class

August 11

Develop athleticism in young children that will lead to future success in any sport.
August 11

Stroller Strides

August 11

Functional, total-body conditioning workout for moms with kids in tow.
August 11

Asian Lantern Festival

August 11

Walk or drive through an illuminated zoo after dark with live acrobatics, culturally-inspired cuisine and lantern displays.
August 11

Early Intervention Family Story Time

August 11

Story time and activity.
August 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mix-It-Up Mondays

August 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tots and caregivers experience different activities including crafts, music, movement, playdough, and bubbles.

August 12

Seiberling Explorers

August 12

A fun, educational activity and guided walk around the gardens.
August 12

Silly Science

August 12

Unlock the mysteries of nature through hands-on activities.
August 12

Music & Movement

August 12

Fun, interactive story time featuring music and creative movement while introducing stories and early literacy concepts.
August 12

Preschool Storytime

August 12

Stories, songs and movement.
August 12

Play Lab

August 12

Hands-on, open-ended, STEAM, and creative play experiences for ages 2-5 10:30-11:30 a.m.

August 13

Annual Butterfly Count

August 13

Judy Semroc will lead a public hike, help participants learn about butterflies and join in the survey.
August 13

Fun on the Farm

August 13

Pony and pony cart rides, horse rides and more.
August 13

Centennial Plaza Movie Series

August 13

Free big-screen, outdoor family-friendly movies.
August 13

Horse Tales

August 13

Children can spend time reading out loud to horses.
August 13

Family Circle Time

August 13

Stories, songs and fingerplays.

August 14

Delight Nights

August 14

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
August 14

Delight Nights

August 14

Interactive play and fun with full access to 25 exhibits.
August 14

Pop Up Family Program

August 14

Learn about the history of toys & games.
August 14

Family Fun Storytime

August 14

Stories, rhymes and songs.
August 14

Newsy Mom Playdates

August 14

Stories and activities on the 2nd Thursday Monthly.

August 15

Mentor CityFest

August 15

Activities, games, entertainment, Kids Zone and much more.
August 15

Little Italy’s Feast of the Assumption

August 15

Italian foods, live music, and rides. 
August 15

Valley City Street Fair

August 15

Games, bands, cornhole tournaments and more. 
August 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Middle School Career Day @CLEAquarium

August 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Explore what an aquarium career entails!

August 16
Northeast Ohio Parent Back to School Bash

Back to School Bash

August 16

Pinecrest Play Days in Orange Village Saturday, August 2 | 11 a.m.
August 16

Super Science Saturday - Back to School Brain

August 16

Take a look at the brain and all its amazing functions.
August 16

Adapted Archery

August 16

Introductory archery experience for individuals with disabilities ages 8+.
August 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fun at First & Main

August 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join us for outdoor family-friendly fun at First & Main in Hudson this summer

These free weekly themed events, presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and our partners, are ideal for kids, parents and caregivers.

We’ve added a special Saturday date in August to celebrate going back to school! All events will feature:

– Fun music – Exhibitor tables with activities + giveaways – FREE snacks

Other activities vary by event:

Face painting, balloon twister, magician, animal entertainer, glitter tattoos, musical entertainment, mascots from various organizations + much more!

The first 100 families to register for each venue will receive an exclusive giveaway!

Registration opens early spring!

May 20 – Dress up!
August 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Fun at First and Main - Back to School Bash

August 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Send off summer and celebrate the start of a new school year at Fun at First and Main Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 16 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Hudson. Enjoy an afternoon of FREE family-friendly activities, live entertainment, games, crafts and more!

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