We’re looking at another gorgeous weekend and that means tons of fun (and mostly free) things to do across northeast Ohio. The only problem you’ll have is deciding which events to attend 😉
At this weekend’s Build and Grow workshop at Lowe’s, kids can make their own Hawkeye’s Quinjet from the Avengers. The free fun begins at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Headland’s Beach Fest is this weekend and it’s a family-friendly celebration of wind, water and sand. The event is held rain or shine – and includes live music by area bands, acrobats, fire dancers, performance artists, and a fashion show. Watch three world champion sand sculptors compete for the title of “Ohio’s Master Sand Sculptor”. Parking and admission is free. The fest runs Saturday from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Address: Headlands Beach State Park – 9601 Headlands Road in Mentor. Info: http://cityofmentor.com/visit/headlands-beachfest/.
The Kelly Miller Circus is in town and I’ve heard so many terrific things about this circus that my family and I will be catching a show! Can you believe it’ll be our first time ever going to a circus?! Come and be a part of the magic of a circus Saturday in Richfield Village and Sunday in Orrville. Details: http://www.kellymillercircus.com/home/.
My family and I will also be heading to the Great Lakes Medieval Faire this weekend! It runs Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. through Aug. 16. Enjoy fantastic entertainment, food and fun that takes you back in time. This weekend’s theme is pirate invasion – arrghh! Salt life, mermaids, pirates and scallywags. Join in the contests, adventurous music and shindig. Details: http://www.sleepwalkerfest.com/schedule.html.
It’s also the Rittman Sleepwalker Festival going on now through Saturday evening. Food, carnival rides and live entertainment, including a performance by Wadsworth’s own “Walking In Circles” at 8 p.m. Friday. Sleepwalker schedule of events: http://www.sleepwalkerfest.com/schedule.html.
The Lodi Sweet Corn Festival is also this weekend. It features an annual Tug of War battle, a cornhole competition, children’s games, rides and sweet corn. The festival runs Friday from 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. with fireworks at 10 p.m. and Saturday from 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Schedule of events: http://bit.ly/1SFJbmA.
CAMEO presents “West Side Story” at the Medina Performing Arts Center all weekend long. Medina High School grad Zack Pytel stars as Tony. The musical begins at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $15 at Medina Buehler’s and online: http://bit.ly/1TWkFzV.
The Peach Truck is also coming to town Saturday for its Freestone Peach Tour. The Cling Free Georgia Peaches are available only by the 1/2 Bushel (a 25 lb.) box for $39. They’re perfect for canning, eating and freezing. The Peach Truck will also have incredible recipes to take advantage of. The Peach Truck is coming to the Canton Road Garden Center in Akron (8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.), to Rice’s Nursery in Canton (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.) and to Rural King in Wooster (3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Details: http://thepeachtruck.com/pages/find-the-truck.
Kids ages 10-15 can enjoy a summer bash at Nickajack Farms. Enjoy pizza, music, games, prizes and hayrides on Saturday from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission is $15/person. Info: http://bit.ly/1JiG7vU.
The Northeast Ohio Live Steamers are hosting free miniature train rides Saturday from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Lester Rail Trail (3654 Lester Road, Medina (York Township). Hosted by the Medina County Park District, all ages are welcome.
The All American Soap Box Derby continues this weekend, with the World Championships at Derby Downs in Akron set for Saturday. Parking is free and admission is $5. Details: http://www.soapboxderby.org/derby-downs/events.aspx.
It’s the annual sail boat races — the Chippewa Lake Sailing Regatta is Saturday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Chippewa Lake Yacht Club (5878 Longacre Lane). Fifteen-plus Y Flyers from the U.S. and Canada will compete. Enjoy the free event, popcorn and conversation at Chippewa Lake.
More ideas thanks to Northeast Ohio Family Fun:
Summer Fun Guide: Ideas and inspiration on over 100 things to do this summer!
Best Ice Cream in Northeast Ohio: I scream, you scream we all scream for ice cream! 60+ locations in northeast Ohio for you to enjoy a sweet treat.
Splashparks: Details on more than 40 splash pads across northeast Ohio.
Local Beaches: Even though we’re far from the ocean, there are still some nice, free beaches in northeast Ohio open for the season this weekend.
Outdoor Water Parks: Pack a picnic lunch, grab your towel and sunscreen and enjoy these fun outdoor water parks.
Fun Games to Play with Water Balloons: If you’re planning a picnic this weekend, here are some fun water balloon games that are sure to be hit!
Complete summer Ohio festival guide: http://bit.ly/OhioFestivalsSchedule
Local parks and playgrounds list: http://bit.ly/1BQ1y61
Indoor play centers so you can beat the heat: http://bit.ly/1Nglwr5
Free water ski shows at Emerald Lake in Norton every Wednesday night during the summer months: http://bit.ly/1BQ1m6M
Inexpensive summer movie deals: http://bit.ly/1MupYls
Outdoor gardens and arboretums: http://bit.ly/1fO0VA8
Outdoor play centers: http://bit.ly/1J3wL74
Museums and science centers: http://bit.ly/1LopkaV
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