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... Events This Week
September 6, 2026 - September 13, 2026
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September 6
September 6
Cleveland National AirShow
September 6
The Air Show is Cleveland’s Labor Day Weekend tradition includes three days of aerial thrills and features the U.S.
September 6
The Secret Garden
September 6
The enchanting classic re-imagined as a brilliant musical.
Music and Lyrics by Marsha Norman
Music by Lucy Simon
Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his disabled son.
September 6
The Music of John Williams
September 6
Celebrate the epic music of one of film’s greatest composers, from Superman and Star Wars to Jurassic Park.
September 6
Stark County Fair
September 6
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
September 7
Cleveland National AirShow
September 7
The Air Show is Cleveland’s Labor Day Weekend tradition includes three days of aerial thrills and features the U.S.
September 7
Stark County Fair
September 7
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
September 7
The Great Geauga County Fair
September 7
Truck and tractor pull, country fest, rides, games, entertainment and more.
September 7
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 7
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 8
Mini Majorettes
September 8
Students ages 7-12 will learn baton terminology and basic twirling skills while developing hand-eye coordination.
September 8
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 8
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 8
Preschool Clay Sessions
September 8
Children ages 3-6 will develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and creativity by molding clay.
September 8
MomsFirst
September 8
City of Cleveland residents discover programs and resources to strengthen their financial well-being, build financial security, and take control of their future.
September 9
Outdoor Adventures for Teen Homeschoolers
September 9
Try kayaking under the guidance of certified instructors.
September 9
MadScience: Academy for Future Space Explorers
September 9
After school, children in grades 3-5 will be taken on a voyage of space discovery through activities, demonstrations and experiments that explore the sun, the starts, space technology, planets, moons, the atmosphere and more.
September 9
September 9
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 9
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 10
Adaptive Theatre
September 10
Children ages 9-17 with special needs can enjoy a fun and interactive theatre class full of games, movement-based storytelling, improvisation, and role-playing to build confidence, and encourage social connection in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
September 10
Pooch Party
September 10
Friendly dogs and people are invited for some fun in the sun and a costume contest.
September 10
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 10
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 11 - September 12
Cleveland Oktoberfest – Celebrating 21 years as Northeast Ohio’s Best End of Summer Celebration
September 11 - September 12
What started as a local celebration of great music, food, beer and dancing has become one of the biggest cultural events in the region.
September 11
Homeschool Day at Ramseyer Farms
September 11
Make memories with family and friends on these special homeschool days.
September 11
Storytime Café in Reminderville
September 11
Storytime followed by fun activities.
Tea and coffee are available for caregivers.
September 11
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 11
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 11
Family, Flicks and Fun
September 11
Kids will learn about amazing animals and what makes them so unique through a Wild Kratts-inspired program.
September 11 - September 12
Cleveland Oktoberfest – Celebrating 21 years as Northeast Ohio’s Best End of Summer Celebration
September 11 - September 12
What started as a local celebration of great music, food, beer and dancing has become one of the biggest cultural events in the region.
September 12
Once Upon a Story
September 12
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
September 12
Waterloo Arts Fest
September 12
The annual Waterloo Arts Fest takes place in the artistically vibrant Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District in Collinwood.
September 12
September 12
Butterfly Release
September 12
Anyone can support Beech Creek by donating just $10 to release their own butterfly at the event.
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