1. Canfield Fair
The Canfield Fair is the largest fair in all of Ohio and it's right in our own back yard! This year the Canfield Fair will be held Augest 2, 2016 - September 5, 2016. If you have never been, it's certainly something to experience.
2. Suzie’s Dogs and Drafts and the Hot Dog Shoppe
Ahh... I can't say enough great things about these two hot dog places. Suzie's is in downtown Youngstown and something you don't want to miss. It's an artisan hot dog place where you can put a list of over 50 toppings on a single hot dog. There is everything from spicy ramen to marshmallow fluff. The Hot Dog Shoppe in Warren is my absolute favorite! The 50's style diner and amazing hot dogs, french fries, and homemade soup is something you can't miss out on.
3. Butler Art Museum
What can I say, if you haven't visited The Butler Art Museum do you even live in Youngstown? LOL. This FREE museum is ABSOLUTELY beautiful and did I mention it's free? This is a great idea for kids because this is not your regular boring art museum, Butler Art has hands on experiences for all ages!
4. Get a Famous Blueberry Doughnut from White House Farms
If you live near the Mahoning Valley you more than likely have heard of the AMAZINGLY FAMOUS White House Farms Blueberry Doughnuts. All I can say is if you haven't tried them, DO IT.
5. Youngstown Color Run
The Famous Color Run 5K is coming to Youngstown June 11, 2016! If you would like to sign up you can sign up here: https://thecolorrun.com/locations/youngstown/
6. Visit Four Seasons Flea & Farm Market
This flea market is awesome there are so many great vendors!
It is on 3000 McCartney Road Youngstown, Ohio. 3 miles West of the Pennsylvania border on Route 422
Indoor/Outdoor Market Open Wednesdays & Sundays, Rain or Shine!
7. Watch a baseball game at Cene Park
The beautiful Bob Cene Park is famous for it's competitive Class B League. Players come from all over to get in on the action. I personally love watching the talent and the entry fee is less then $5! They play all summer and you can find their schedule at this website: http://www.bobcenememorial.com/home
8. Play a round of golf at Mill Creek Park
9. Visit Mill Creek Park
Mill Creek Park is beautiful. You can rent bikes and ride around the scenic Mill Creek park as well as even see a wedding or two!
9. Federal St. in Youngstown
For you adults reading this, I hear Federal St. In Youngstown has some of the most unique bars in the area!
10. Summer Art Festival
Youngstown State's Summer Art Festival is such a fun filled family experience. This year's 2016 festival will be held July 9th and 10th.
11. Pressed Coffee Bar and Eatery
Pressed has some of Youngstown's best coffee and food. Did I mention Waffle Wednesday? No? They have gourmet waffles with everything you could possibly imagine as a topper. CHECK THEM OUT! You won't regret it!
12. OH WOW!
OH WOW is a science and technology museum with hands on activities for everyone! Kids love this fun filled learning environment.
13. Go to Scrappers Game
The good ole' Scrappers. If you are looking for cheap fun, check out their awesome Buck Nights every Thursday there is a home game! Dollar beer, hot-dogs, and more!
14. Handel's Ice Cream
Handel's Ice Cream was born and raised in Youngstown so it's only fitting that you make it there at least once this summer!
15. Cake at the Mocha House
MOCHA HOUSE! Two words that mean so much in Warren, OH. Mocha House is a staple for breakfast, lunch, or dinner but what I love it most for, is the homemade dessert. Hint: Mocha Derby Cake is the BEST.
16. Hollywood Casino
I am a bit too young to visit any kind of casino but this casino in Austintown, OH is pretty special because it is a racino as well! A racino is where they race all different types of horses for gambling purposes. I would definitely check it out!
17. Bubble Tea at Sweet Frosty's
If you have never tried Boba or Bubble Tea here is your chance. Sweet Frosty's frozen yogurt place also sells bubble tea and let me tell you it's delicious. Taro flavor literally tastes like a melted vanilla milkshake! YUM!
18. Greek Fest
St. Demetrio's in Warren, OH has one of the best Greek Festivals there is. The homemade food and desserts make this festival a hit. This year the festival will take place July 22nd - July 26th.
19. Warren Italian Fest
If you want some authentic Italian food this is your place. This years fest will be taking place in Downtown Warren Aug. 11, 12, 13 & 14th.
20. Go to a 4th of July Parade
This is a big deal in the Mahoning Valley especially to parents with little ones. They are such a blast no matter which parade you choose to attend on July 4th.
21. Local Street Fairs
From Youngstown to Cortland (where I am from) there are so many local street fairs to take advantage of this summer!
22. One Hot Cookie
If you have not been to One Hot Cookie yet, then you haven't lived. They have THE most amazing soft and warm cookies that can be topped with anything from bacon to ice cream.
23. Trumbull County Fair
Dairy Barn milk shakes at the Trumbull County Fair are so delicious. The milk shakes are made with homemade ice cream and milk that came straight from the cows at the fair. It doesn't get any better than that. Also the one stop price of $8 dollars is great for those on a budget because it includes all of the rides!!!! The fair will take place July 12th -July 17th.
24. Drive Ins
The Elm Rd. Drive In is something I remember my parents takeing me to as a small child. This drive in is so clean and well kept, it is way cheaper to take the fam to the drive ins because you get two movies for the price of one!
25. Nelson Ledges
Though it might not be in the Mahoning Valley, its close. The beautiful Nelson Ledges is the BEST place for hiking in a flat place like Ohio. There is so much beauty to be seen at this park including 3 waterfalls and a giant quarry that you can jump and swim in!
