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Ravenna Balloon A-Fair
The 47th Annual Ravenna Balloon A-Fair will be held September 24-28, 2026 in Downtown Ravenna & the Portage County Fairgrounds!
Thursday, September 24th
6:30 p.m. Children’s Parade (downtown Ravenna) Registration at 5:30PM
Friday, September 25th
7:00 a.m. Community Breakfast @ Ravenna VFW. Open to the public (must have reservation) Call 330-296-FAIR
5:30pm gates open to public at the Portage County Fairgrounds, 4215 Fairground Rd. Atwater, OH 44201. Admission is $10 per person, per day - Children 12 and under free with paid adult. Parking is free.
Hot Air Balloon Glow, Live Music, Food Vendors, Beer & Wine Garden, Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides, Helicopter Rides, Mechanical Bull, Axe Throwing, Put-Put Golf, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Trackless Train Rides and more.
Saturday, September 26th
Downtown Ravenna
9:00 a.m. Grand Parade & Festival
Live music, crafts, food, displays, Children Alley & More!
3:00pm gates open at the Portage County Fairgrounds, 4215 Fairground Rd. Atwater, OH 44201. Admission is $10 per person, per day - Children 12 and under free with paid adult. Parking is free.
Hot Air Balloon Launch & Static Displays, Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides, Live Music, Jeep Show with Car Crush, Entertainment, Food Vendors, Helicopter Rides, Beer & Wine Garden, Craft Vendors, Axe Throwing, Put-Put Golf, Mechanical Bull, Trackless Train Rides, Petting Zoo & More!
Hot Air Balloons - Lift off at 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) with a static display following lift off that allows you to get up close with the balloons.
Sunday, September 27th
1:00pm gates open at Portage County Fairgrounds. 4215 Fairground Rd. Atwater, OH 44201. Admission is $10 per person, per day - Children 12 and under free with paid adult. Parking is free.
Hot Air Balloon Launch & Static Displays, Live Music, Car Show, Entertainment, Food Vendors, Helicopter Rides, Craft Vendors, Axe Throwing, Put-Put Golf, Mechanical Bull, Pony Rides, Trackless Train Rides and more!
Hot Air Balloons - Lift off at 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) with a static display following lift off that allows you to get up close with the balloons.
Please no firearms, drones, pets, bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, etc, during event downtown Ravenna or the Portage County Fairgrounds.
No refunds
The Cool Down!
Wrap up summer with an evening of activities, games, giveaways, food, music, and more at Memorial-Nottingham Campus. Bring the family and enjoy everything from ziplines and bumper cars to skating, a climbing wall, a live DJ, treats, and plenty of surprises.
Come ready for an evening packed with ways to play!
Giveaways and games
Ziplining and the climbing wall
Bumper cars and roller skating
Live DJ and dancing
Shoot some hoops
Face painting and balloon twisting
Take a break for good eats and sweet treats!
(Available while supplies last)
Soft pretzels
Nachos
Snow cones
Mini donuts
Popcorn
Glowing cotton candy
Helpful Tips
Arrive early to enjoy all the activities before lines get long.
Food, giveaways, and door prizes are available while supplies last.
Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes for the climbing wall and other active attractions.
Planning to skate? Bring your own roller skates or borrow a pair while supplies last.
A signed waiver is required to participate in select activities.
Cleveland Oktoberfest
The Cleveland Oktoberfest Committee Delivers a 6-Day Blockbuster Event, Sept 4-7 & Sept 11-12, 2026
The mission of Cleveland Oktoberfest is to promote and support the arts by conducting live musical and artistic cultural performances for the general public. This serves to preserve, promote and perpetuate European Heritage within the Cleveland area, while at once advancing and fostering education and general awareness. Numerous charitable groups and organizations benefit from Cleveland Oktoberfest, including:
Civic groups such as the Berea Kiwanis, Berea Rotary Foundation, and MCE Boosters
Many charitable children & adult cultural dance and musical groups
Rainbow Babies Children’s Hospital main campus & St. John’s Westshore Hospital’s new Rainbow Babies Unit
Special needs youth groups including the Rainey Musical Institute, Camp Imagine, and the Children’s Achievement Center
Friday, September 4, 4 PM - Midnight Saturday, September 5, Noon - Midnight Sunday, September 6, Noon - Midnight Monday, September 7, Noon - 8 PM AND Friday, September 11, 4 PM - Midnight Saturday, September 12, Noon - Midnight
Cleveland Oktoberfest
The Cleveland Oktoberfest Committee Delivers a 6-Day Blockbuster Event, Sept 4-7 & Sept 11-12, 2026
The mission of Cleveland Oktoberfest is to promote and support the arts by conducting live musical and artistic cultural performances for the general public. This serves to preserve, promote and perpetuate European Heritage within the Cleveland area, while at once advancing and fostering education and general awareness. Numerous charitable groups and organizations benefit from Cleveland Oktoberfest, including:
Civic groups such as the Berea Kiwanis, Berea Rotary Foundation, and MCE Boosters
Many charitable children & adult cultural dance and musical groups
Rainbow Babies Children’s Hospital main campus & St. John’s Westshore Hospital’s new Rainbow Babies Unit
Special needs youth groups including the Rainey Musical Institute, Camp Imagine, and the Children’s Achievement Center
Friday, September 4, 4 PM - Midnight Saturday, September 5, Noon - Midnight Sunday, September 6, Noon - Midnight Monday, September 7, Noon - 8 PM AND Friday, September 11, 4 PM - Midnight Saturday, September 12, Noon - Midnight
One World Day
80th annual One World Day will be on August 30, 2026! 11am to 6pm
Rain or Shine
No solicitation, no political campaign or signature solicitation of any kind within the premise of the event.
Brooklyn Home Days 2026
This exciting two-day celebration will be filled with fun activities for kids, delicious food trucks, unique craft vendors, a classic car show, and lively performances from bands and dance groups. It's a community event you won’t want to miss coming back for the second year in a row!
Day 1
When: Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:00AM
Where: Brooklyn Hurricanes Stadium
Time: 11:00 am
(Line up Subject to change)
Kickoff Parade at 11:00 am at the Brooklyn High School
Line up on Biddulph Road and On Roadoan Road To watch the Parade to the Stadium
Watch the Brooklyn High School Marching Band, Brooklyn Police, Brooklyn Fire, Chamber of Commerce, Brooklyn Youth Football, Brooklyn Sports and More...
Brooklyn Home Days 12:00pm - Fireworks (@ DUSK)
Food Trucks
Craft Vendors
Metroparks Bus
Free Kids Activities: Inflatable mini golf, inflatable obstacle course, outdoor games, carnival games
Bingo
Dunk Tank
50/50 Raffles
Basket Raffles
Car Show 2:00 pm- 6:00 pm
Featured Music Include:
Dawn to Dusk 12:00 - 2:00 pm
FTL- Jaii 2:30- 3:15 pm
No Strangers Here 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sounds from the Cellar - 6:30 - close
Day 2
When: Sunday, Aug. 23, 12:00PM
Where: Brooklyn Hurricanes Stadium
Time: 11:00 am- 7:00 pm
(Line up Subject to change)
11am- Alumni Softball Game
AIW (Absolute Intense Wrestling) 12:00pm- 6:00pm
Buffalo Wild Wings Wing Eating Contest
Free Kids activities: Inflatable mini golf, inflatable obstacle course, outdoor games, carnival games
Petting Zoo
Food Trucks
Craft Vendors
50/50 Raffles
Featured Music Include:
Becky Boyd 12:00pm- 1:30pm
Sons of Cypress 2:00 - 3:45pm
Funkology 4:00pm - 7:00pm
North Olmsted Homecoming
Friday, August 14 (6:00–10:00 PM)
6:00 PM – Opening ceremony at the bandshell
6:45 PM – Presentation of the 2026 Citizen of the Year and recognition of past COTYs
6:00–9:00 PM – Food vendors open
6:00–8:00 PM – Silver Rocket Car Ride (No charge; donations accepted)
6:00–8:00 PM – Car Show
6:00–8:00 PM – BINGO (Community Cabin; presented by North Olmsted Kiwanis Club)
6:00–9:00 PM – Beer Tent by Laughing Bomb Brewery & Winery
Sweets & Geeks activities in the Big Tent
Music by Johnny Elvis & The Crown Electrics at the bandshell
Splashpad and pickleball courts open
8:30–10:00 PM – Movie sponsored by North Olmsted Parks & Recreation at the bandshell
Saturday, August 15 (10:00 AM–9:00 PM)
10:00 AM–9:00 PM – Midway opens
10:00 AM–4:00 PM – Westside Flea (face painting and balloon artistry)
10:00 AM – Little Roaming Railroad (No charge; donations accepted)
10:00 AM–1:00 PM – Live music at the bandshell
10:00 AM–9:00 PM – Food vendors
12:00–9:00 PM – Beer Tent by Laughing Bomb Brewery & Winery
1:00–2:00 PM – Cannon School of Irish Dance at the bandshell
2:00–4:00 PM – Live music at the bandshell
2:00–4:00 PM – Taste of North Olmsted (Big Tent)
3:00 PM – Kiwanis Kids' Games
4:30 PM – Pie Eating Contest (Big Tent)
5:00–9:00 PM – Recess Games (Big Tent)
5:00–5:45 PM – Just A Number Dance Crew at the bandshell
6:00–9:00 PM – Music by The Jam Machine at the bandshell
Open all day:
Splashpad
Pickleball courts
Sunday, August 16 (12:00–7:00 PM)
12:00 PM – Midway opens
12:00 PM – Music by the community band at the bandshell
12:00 PM – ARF
12:00 PM – Recess Games in the Big Tent
12:00 PM – Food vendors open
12:00 PM – Beer Tent by Laughing Bomb Brewery & Winery
2:00 PM – Parade (Dover Center → Lorain → West Park)
3:00 PM – NOHS Band & Cheerleaders at the bandshell
4:00 PM – Flag dedication
4:00 PM – North Olmsted Schools Meet & Greet (Big Tent)
5:00 PM – Live music by Dirty Pop at the bandshell
Open all day:
Splashpad
Pickleball courts
Balloons Over Wadsworth
HELICOPTER RIDES AT BALLOONS OVER WADSWORTH!
Join us on August 8th from 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Balloons Over Wadsworth Festival for an unforgettable helicopter ride experience!
Date: August 8th
Time: 2:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Ride Cost:
• $60 per person (cash or credit accepted)
Ride Details:
• Approximately 5-minute flight
• All rides are first come, first served
• Helicopter seats up to 3 passengers
• Minimum of 2 passengers required for departure
Weight Restrictions:
• Maximum individual passenger weight: 275 lbs
• Maximum combined passenger weight: 600 lbs
• Passengers whose weight may place the flight near the aircraft limits, or passengers over 200 lbs, may be asked to step on a scale that is visible only to our staff. This is strictly for safety and to comply with aircraft operating limitations.
Children:
• We recommend children be at least 2 years old
• All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Fairview Park Summerfest
Friday, July 24
Kids Activities – RTA Police
July 24 | 6:00–8:00 PM
The RTA Police will be at Summerfest making ID cards for kids.
Beer Tent – Friday
July 24 | 6:00–11:00 PM
Lutheran West Band Performance
July 24 | 6:15–6:45 PM
Opening Ceremonies & Invocation
July 24 | 6:45–7:15 PM
Community & ceremonies
Rumors – Live Music
July 24 | 7:00–11:00 PM
Life Flight Display
July 24 | 7:30–8:30 PM
Check out the Life Flight helicopter up close! A unique opportunity to see the aircraft and crew.
Saturday, July 25
Fairview Rotary 5K Run
8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Pancake Breakfast
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Summerfest 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Kids Activities – RTA Police
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Meet RTA Police for children.
Beer Tent – Saturday
11:00 AM–11:00 PM
Presented by the Fairview Park Youth Association. Must be 21+ with valid ID.
Cornhole Tournament
12:00–4:00 PM
Sign-up at noon. Tournament begins at 1:00 PM.
Pizza Eating Contest
1:30 PM
Ages 12+.
New Hope Band featuring MiMix – Live Music
1:00–2:00 PM
Sons of Cypress – Live Music
3:00–5:30 PM
Creative Mess Craft
3:00 PM
$25 per child.
2026 Senior Bingo (55 & Up)
4:00–6:00 PM
Boaterhead – Live Music
7:30–11:00 PM
Fireworks Show
Approximately 10:15 PM (following Boaterhead's first set)
Sunday, July 26
Pooch Parade
9:00–11:00 AM
Sign up at 9:00 AM. Parade starts at 10:00 AM.
Summer Slam Waffle Ball Tournament
10:00 AM
Bake Off Contest
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Beer Tent – Sunday
12:00–5:00 PM
Last day of the Beer Tent. Presented by the Fairview Park Youth Association. Must be 21+ with valid ID.
Creative Mess Craft
2:00 PM
$25 per child.
Kids Activities – Jungle Bob & Magic Man
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Burke's Irish Dances
2:00 PM
Main Stage.
Carnival Ride Hours
Thursday: 6:00–11:00 PM
Friday: 6:00–11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM–11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Carnival rides, games, food, and attractions are located at the north end of the park.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel 100th Festival
We will be celebrating our 100th yr feast this year. Come for our Italian Pasta in the Villa or stay on the grounds for Italian specialty foods, and enjoy the Bands July 8th through the 12th. Wednesday we have that Girl and her Band, Thursday we Have New Connection Motown, Funk and R & B, Friday Disco Inferno, Saturday Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, Sunday our own La Femme and finishing with Cats on Holiday.
Thursday, July 09, 2026
6pm - 11pm
Friday, July 10, 2026
6pm - 11pm
Saturday, July 11, 2026
5pm - 11pm
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Noon - 1pm
North Royalton Home Days
The North Royalton Community Festival, or Home Days as we like to call it, is a time-honored tradition our community has enjoyed, in one form or another, for 140 years. It is meant to unite families, friends and neighbors for a weekend of fun and memories over a shared love of Royalton pride and community spirit. The rides, the food, the fun are a slice of nostalgia we look forward to year after year.