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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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Welcome the magic of the holiday season while strolling through over 60 holiday trees beautifully decorated by non-profit organizations on display @millcreekmetroparks D.D. and Velma Davis Education and Visitor Center. The display can be seen Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00am-5:00pm (closed Christmas Eve), or during Winter Nights.
📸 @martinomotorsports
The week may have just started, but it`s time to start your holiday shopping for the weekend! We have six unique shopping events on our calendar for this coming weekend. Whether you`re looking for hand-made items, baked goods, greenery or decor, there`s something for you! Check out our calendar (link in bio) for all the events and details!
📍 White House Fruit Farm
Get into the holiday spirit by heading to Downtown @cityofyou for a festive and family-friendly event tonight! Activities on Central Square will begin at 4:00pm with amazing vendors at the @youngstownflea`s Flea on Phelps Street. The parade will begin at 6:00pm and the Christmas Tree Lighting will begin immediately following the parade. There will be pictures with Santa and Santa’s Gift Shop and commemorative mugs with drink specials to fill them all over town! @ohwowsciencecenter will be open and free to the public from 4:00pm-6:00pm, and so much more! 🎄
📸 @martinomotorsports
Now that it`s officially the holiday season, it`s time for holiday light displays! The Joy of Christmas Light Display in Columbiana and the Elegant Illusion Christmas Lights Drive-Thru at the Canfield Fairgrounds are both currently available for viewing. Check out our event calendar (link in bio) for dates and more info.
📸 @kokolonaris
📍Canfield Fairgrounds
Our calendar for this coming weekend is absolutely loaded with holiday events, so start planning now! Themed breakfast at @piccadillyparlour, The Nutcracker performance from @balletwesternreserve and the annual craft show at @butlerartmuesum are all on the lineup. It`s definitely going to be a fun weekend!
📸 @jaymedet
📍 Piccadilly Parlour
There are great shopping opportunities today on this #blackfriday and tomorrow for #smallbusinesssaturday. Check out our shopping page on our website (link in bio) for some local shopping ideas. We hope you find some great deals! 🛍️
📸 @dwell717
📍 Spruce Home Decor
Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you have a wonderful day celebrating all there is to be thankful for.
Memories of Christmas Past is an annual holiday spectacular in its 15th year, and takes place at the Arms Family Museum. This one-of-a-kind holiday wonderland rivals the best of the professional holiday displays and this year’s exhibit runs through December 31. Check out their website for dates and hours. 🎄
📸 @taylorgalaska
Today is #nationaltakeahikeday! Lucky for you, we have plenty of places in Mahoning County to go for a hike even in the chilly weather. You can head to @millcreekmetroparks, Austintown Park, Boardman Park, Lake Milton State Park or many others to enjoy the outdoors. Head to our website (link in bio) and download our Outdoor Brochure for some ideas. 🥾
📍 Mill Creek MetroParks
Whether you`re looking to sit down for a full Thanksgiving dinner at a restaurant, order a meal to take home or just want a few additions for your spread, there`s still time to place your orders or make reservations. 🦃
📸 @gasserchaircompany
Family fun night @whitehousefruitfarm takes place Wednesday at 6pm. Learn to play a new game at one of the many interactive stations, make an ornament and enjoy story time and enjoy refreshments. It`s a great opportunity to purchase Christmas gifts for your family. Today is the last day for reservations, so head over to their website to make yours.
📸 @martinomotorsports
Celebrate Veteran’s Day at @dutchvillage_eventcenter with Akron`s “MoonLight Serenaders” Big Band! This amazing orchestra will bring back the 1940’s with the most cherished tunes of the era and will also honor all branches of the Military with a thrilling grand finale of the rousing “Armed Forces March” honoring all veterans in the audience. For additional information and tickets, check out their website. 🇺🇸
Live racing is back for it`s 10th year at @hollywoodmvrc! 🐎 You can watch live races Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and select Saturdays. You can also bet on simulcast horse racing from around the country in the lounge.
Just because the weather has cooled down, that doesn`t mean you can`t get your golf fix and hit the links. The golf simulators at @kennsington_golf_simulators are officially open for the season. Book your tee time and play over 100 championship courses. Enjoy the full bar, lounge menu and tons of TV`s to watch while you`re there.
If you love the performing arts, you`ll be very excited for all the events this weekend. Productions of Misery at @ytownplayhouse, Sweeney Todd at @hopewelltheatre and Jekyll & Hyde at @productionstophat are all on the slate for this weekend. Visit our events calendar for more information. 🎭
Get Outdoors and Explore
There’s plenty of opportunities throughout Youngstown and Mahoning County to enjoy everything the area has to offer. Get outdoors and explore Mill Creek MetroParks, see what’s blooming at Fellows Riverside Gardens, tee off on one of our beautiful golf courses, or enjoy a fun summer festival or concert.
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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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