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Welcome to Youngstown!
What’s more exciting than the revitalization of a city with a long history of hard work and pride? Downtown Youngstown is growing by the day with new restaurants and nightlife while continuing its legacy as a hub for arts and culture, festivals and family-friendly events!
Explore 4,400 acres of natural beauty in Mill Creek MetroParks. Book a tee time at one of our top-quality, public golf courses. Discover new wineries or take in a concert at The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, Covelli Centre, Stambaugh Auditorium, or the DeYor Performing Arts Center.
Traveling with children? Stop at OH WOW! Children’s Center, attend Ohio’s largest county fair — the Canfield Fair, and be sure not to leave town without tasting the best ice cream on the planet at Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt.
It all awaits you here in Youngstown and Mahoning County. We invite you to spend some time getting to know us! Start exploring today and plan the YOUngstown experience that is just right for YOU!
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The @ohiowine_producers presents a series of Discovery Dinners to showcase the best of the best of French-American and American wines. Join them for the first of these dinners on April 13 at @thevineyardsatpinelake! Visit the Ohio Wine Producers Association`s website for more info and to purchase tickets. #WineWednesday
One of the hidden gems in Mahoning County is @westsidebowl. Not only can you find great bowling here, but they also have live music every week, special events like trivia, bar bingo and open mic night and awesome dining options including some of the best pizza around. 🎤 🍕🎳
📷 @westsidebowl
Every weekend at @penguincitybeer has something exciting happening. Music, special events, food trucks and much more are all on tap at this HUGE brewery. 🍺
📷 @chad_michael_z
It`s the official first day of spring and that means it`s time to get out and enjoy the nicer weather and the many parks we have in the area. Take a hike at @millcreekmetroparks, go for a walk through Yellow Creek Park or enjoy the water at Lake Milton. Snap a pic while you`re out and post it below to show us your outdoor adventures.
@martinomotorsports, Yellow Creek Park
This St. Patrick`s Day, head out and about for a variety of events held at local attractions, bars and restaurants. Whether you`re looking for a reuben, corned beef, Irish dancing, green beer or just a lot of fun, we`ve got you covered. Head to our events page (link in bio) for a list of events.
📷 @nimsaj.chang, The Garden Cafe by Kravitz
Spring time and golf go hand-in-hand. And since it`s almost spring, grab your clubs, hop on a cart and enjoy a round at one of the many golf courses in the area. For a course list and details, visit our website (link in bio). ⛳️
📷 @circleandsquaresociety, Reserve Run Golf Course
One of the premier St. Patrick`s Day events in Mahoning County will be held this Sunday at 1pm. The 45th annual St. Patrick`s Day Parade is one of the largest parades in the state and will start at Market St. and McClurg and proceed to Southwoods Ave. ☘️
📷 @love_lexi_and_addie, Magic Tree Pub & Eatery
Good luck to @ysumenshoops in tonight`s Horizon League semi-final game as they take on Northern Kentucky at 7pm tonight. Watch the game on ESPN U and root on the Penguins! 🏀 🐧
📷 @ysupenguins
Join Jeff Chrystal Catering for his yearly special event at @knollrun on March 10 and 11 starting at 5:00pm for their famous Lobster Night! The menu will feature fresh Maine lobster and other delicious fresh seafood from Maine. Make your reservations now by calling Knoll Run. 🦞
If you`re looking for great seafood during Lent, St. John Greek Orthodox Church is having a Seafood Fest on Fridays from 4-7pm from February 24 to March 31. Enjoy fried cod, breaded shrimp, Spanikopita or fish plaki with a choice of two sides for indoor dining or take out. There will be homemade pastries and cookies and sweet bread available.
It`s contest time! Check out our March newsletter for St. Patrick’s Day events ☘️ and enter to WIN 6 admission passes for a same-day visit to the @mahoninghistory`s Tyler History Center and Arms Family Museum! For your chance to win admission, visit the link in our bio.
During the winter, it`s sometimes hard to find something fun and exciting to do. Head to the @butlerartmuseum, take a walk through American history while you`re looking at the masterpieces and maybe learn something new.
📸@deanerdrum22
Youngstown is the perfect pizza destination! Throughout the area you can find the best slices: Brier Hill, specialty pizzas, thin or thick crust, sauce or white, the possibilities are endless. Comment below your favorite place for pizza. 🍕
📸anniemarie1357, The Elmton
On this Ash Wednesday, you may be looking for meatless dishes to enjoy. Fried fish is very popular in the area, but there are also plenty of other fish options available at our local restaurants. Try some shrimp, clams or calamari.
📸@dkr_2007
Learn to take the most picturesque photos while hiking in @millcreekmetroparks. Bring your camera or phone, go on a one-mile hike and take amazing photos. This month`s theme is frozen water. This free event will be held February 26 from 2-4pm and you can register until February 24. Visit their website to sign up.
📸@summerdawne
Download your free Youngstown and Mahoning County Travel Guide. The guide is full of information on local attractions, dining, shopping, accommodations and more!
Download your free guide to golf in Youngstown and tee it up! The guide is full of course information that ranked Mahoning County 4th in the entire U.S. for top-quality public courses!
Our outdoor recreation brochure gives you everything you need to know about Mahoning County’s outdoor activities and venues to help you plan your next adventure in Youngstown.
Mahoning County offers attractions, outdoor recreation, arts and culture, wineries and special events you’re sure to love. See some suggested itineraries to help you plan your visit to Youngstown.
Mahoning County is home to five beautiful wineries, each with their own relaxing and inviting ambiance. Our four local craft breweries all offer their own unique atmospheres.
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