Upcoming family-friendly events
YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY
We hope you join us for this free, fun event at Rocket Arena April 5, 2025. Healthy Kids Day brings hundreds of families and their parents together at Rocket Arena for games, fun activities and, for our basketball fans, some skills and drills on the practice court! There will be kids’ fitness classes, dancing, sports skills clinics, arts and crafts and other enrichment activities.
We encourage all families to register for Healthy Kids Day. Click the button below to be directed to the registration site where you will see options to register for the event! Spots fill up fast so register today!
Rocket Arena, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, OH 44115
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
March: Paper Play
Unfold your creativity with hands-on activities that invite you to explore paper in all its forms!
Storytime: It’s Spring at the Watershed Stewardship Center
Storytime: It’s Spring!
How do we know spring has sprung? We’ll learn the signs of the season as we read It’s Spring by Linda Glaser. Then, once our story is over, you’ll have the chance to make your very own spring peeper frog to take home!
Watershed Stewardship Center, 2277 W Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134
26th Annual KidShow At Great Lakes Mall
One BIG Day for one REALLY BIG Event! Join the fun on Saturday, March 22ndas the KidShow returns to Great Lakes Mall! Free entertainment, kids’ activities & crafts, costume characters, snacks, prizes and exhibitors featuring kids and family products and services are all part of the 26th Annual KidShow. Named KidShow, but what we really are is a giant resource for parents and grandparents surrounded by lots of activities and fun for the kids! An awesome day to create family memories and best of all…it’s free!
GREAT LAKES MALL
The KidShow is held at 7850 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, Ohio.
Sensory Explorers
Sensory Explorers featuring Crazy Aaron’s Putty!
Event Details
Don’t miss out…we’ve got double the fun and so much sensory play in stores this month! Both events invite kids to immerse their senses as they explore and get creative with putty, enjoy some of our most popular play products and even hear a story. Parents and guardians, be sure to check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 e-gift card!
This is a free, walk-in event held at all locations between the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122
Family Friday Night: Family Nature
Family Friday Night: Family Nature Trivia
Join Naturalist Melissa for some family-friendly nature trivia to kick off your weekend! Bring your dinner and compete against your family or others using Kahoot! on your smartphone or other mobile device.
North Chagrin Nature Center, 401 Buttermilk Falls Pkwy, Willoughby, OH 44094
Maple Sugar Tour
FREE Maple Sugar Tours 🍁
Mark your calendar because Maple Sugar Tours at the Cleveland Metroparks are coming back February 22!!
Maple sugar tours are a self guided tour, which I think is perfect, especially when you have younger kids.
During your self-guided tour, you’ll hike through the sugarbush, see demonstrations of historical syrup making processes, visit the sugarhouse and sample some delicious maple syrup.
Make sure to bring boots or shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. It can get quite mushy out there!
My kids love seeing the sap drip from the trees, and smelling the fires as they boil the sap to make the syrup.
Since they’re self-guided, I feel like they’re great for all ages!
DATES AND TIMES
Sat,Feb 22, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun, Feb 23, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, Mar 1, 11:00 AM
Sun,Mar 2, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, Mar 8, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun, Mar 9, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Maple Grove Picnic Area, Valley Pkwy, Brook Park, OH 44142
PARKING: Park at the Lagoon Picnic area and follow the signs for a short walk to Maple Grove Picnic Area.
Lunar New Year Celebration At Southpark mall
Lunar New Year Celebration
Feb 23, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Celebrate the year of the snake at our Lunar New Year Celebration on Sunday, February 23rd from 2:00-3:45pm!
-Kwan Lion Dance Team will perform a traditional lion dance at 2:00pm
-Followed by dance performance by Cleveland Glory Waist Drum Team
-Second lion dance with the Kwan Lion Dance Team
-Crafts and giveaways, while supplies last
SouthPark Mall, 500 Southpark Center, Strongsville, OH 44136
Free maple sugar tours at the Cleveland Metroparks (Copy)
Maple Sugaring at Rocky River Reservation
For over 40 years, guests have experienced the process of gathering sap and making maple syrup in Rocky River Reservation. Continue the tradition as you take a self-guided hike through the sugarbush, see demonstrations of historical syrup making processes, visit the sugarhouse and sample our delicious maple syrup.
Maple Grove Picnic Area, Valley Pkwy, Brook Park, OH 44142
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
February: Weaving Wonder
Thread vibrant connections at our textile and jewelry-inspired Open Studio. Delve into intricate artistry, weaving together diverse ideas into a harmonious whole. Unravel your creativity as you stitch your own story using fibers.
Free maple sugar tours at the Cleveland Metroparks
Maple Sugaring at Rocky River Reservation
For over 40 years, guests have experienced the process of gathering sap and making maple syrup in Rocky River Reservation. Continue the tradition as you take a self-guided hike through the sugarbush, see demonstrations of historical syrup making processes, visit the sugarhouse and sample our delicious maple syrup.
Maple Grove Picnic Area, Valley Pkwy, Brook Park, OH 44142
FREE story time and craft at Lakeshore Learning
Event Details
Another month with TWICE the fun! At each event, kids are invited to make crafting magic with a Crayola favorite, play with top-rated learning products and hear a story. Parents and guardians, don’t forget to check in when you arrive…you might win a $100 e-gift card!
This is a free, walk-in event held at all locations between the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122
Littles at the Lodge: Heart Hunt at the Cleveland Metroparks Look About Lodge
Littles at the Lodge: Heart Hunt
Explore your parks with baby in tow! Meet at Look About Lodge for a story and some hands-on nature before taking baby outside for some fresh air. This month, we'll do a scavenger hunt outside to find some hidden hearts!
Ages: 2 years & younger w/ adult
Look About Lodge, 37374 Miles Rd, Bentleyville, OH 44022
STEM Sunday: Egg Drop Challenge
STEM Sunday: Egg Drop Challenge
Join naturalist Nicole Hindman as we take on this classic challenge to see if you can engineer a solution that allows you to drop an egg from increasing heights and keep it from breaking! We will also take a look at the large variety of different eggs laid by some of our local birds and their strategies for survival.
11am-2pm
North Chagrin Nature Center Auditorium
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
February: Weaving Wonder
Thread vibrant connections at our textile and jewelry-inspired Open Studio. Delve into intricate artistry, weaving together diverse ideas into a harmonious whole. Unravel your creativity as you stitch your own story using fibers.
Lego Display at
LEGO Displays presented by NEOLUG
Feb 15, 2025
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The NEOLUG group will bring BACK their amazing LEGO Displays for guests to view. Everyone loves LEGOS!
31st Annual Medina Ice Festival
Elegant Ice Creations will feature over 130 ice sculptures on display Friday ( Valentine’s Day) through Monday (Presidents’ Day).
This FREE event takes place in the beautiful Medina Square.
SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, FEB 14 (Valentine's Day)
Speed Carving - 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm
Fire & Ice Tower/Fire Dancers - 7pm
SATURDAY, FEB 15
Team Competition - Noon-4pm. Awards Ceremony-5pm
SUNDAY, FEB 16
Individual Ice Carving Competition - 1pm-4pm. Awards Ceremony-5pm
Monday, Feb 17
Friday-Monday, all ice carvings available for viewing; stores and restaurants are open.
31st Annual Medina Ice Festival
Elegant Ice Creations will feature over 130 ice sculptures on display Friday ( Valentine’s Day) through Monday (Presidents’ Day).
This FREE event takes place in the beautiful Medina Square.
SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, FEB 14 (Valentine's Day)
Speed Carving - 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm
Fire & Ice Tower/Fire Dancers - 7pm
SATURDAY, FEB 15
Team Competition - Noon-4pm. Awards Ceremony-5pm
SUNDAY, FEB 16
Individual Ice Carving Competition - 1pm-4pm. Awards Ceremony-5pm
Monday, Feb 17
Friday-Monday, all ice carvings available for viewing; stores and restaurants are open.
Drop-by: Love and Other Bugs
Drop-by: Love and Other Bugs
Join Miss Melissa to make some buggy crafts to share with your loved ones! Who will "bee" your valentine?
From 1pm-4pm
North Chagrin Nature Center Auditorium
Love Bird Valentines at the North Chagrin Nature Center
Drop-by: Love Bird Valentines
Who are some of the most devoted animals in Ohio? We will take the time to celebrate everything from love bugs to love birds and more while we make nature-themed Valentines!
North Chagrin Nature Center, 401 Buttermilk Falls Pkwy, Willoughby, OH 44094
Kids Craft day at Sibling Revelry Brewery
Kids Craft Day
2/9/2025 12:00 pm - 2/9/2025 5:00 pm
Make Valentines Day cards, friendship bracelets, crafts and more!
Sunday February 9th, 2025
12:00pm-5:00pm
Free Admission
Sibling Revelry Brewing, 29305 Clemens Rd, Westlake, OH 44145
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
February: Weaving Wonder
Thread vibrant connections at our textile and jewelry-inspired Open Studio. Delve into intricate artistry, weaving together diverse ideas into a harmonious whole. Unravel your creativity as you stitch your own story using fibers.
Free and no ticket or reservation required.
Free Story Time and Craft at Lakeshore Learning
Event Details
Another month with TWICE the fun! At each event, kids are invited to make crafting magic with a Crayola favorite, play with top-rated learning products and hear a story. Parents and guardians, don’t forget to check in when you arrive…you might win a $100 e-gift card!
This is a free, walk-in event held at all locations between the hours listed. No reservations needed.
Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122
Gamers Society
A monthly gaming event where you can have fun each month playing video games, board games and much more!
Free with no registration required.
Cleveland Public Library | Brooklyn Campus3706 Pearl Rd | Cleveland, Ohio 44109
Story Time- The Kissing Hand
Storytime: The Kissing Hand
Join us for a sweet story as Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Afterwards, we will create nature-focused valentines to share.
Watershed Stewardship Center, 2277 W Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134
Free Story Time and Crafts at Corrida’s Ice Cream Shoo
🐶💕 Puppy Love Story Time – This Friday! 💕🐶
Calling all little bookworms and stuffed animal lovers! 📚✨ Join us this Friday, Feb. 7, at 11:30 AM for a FREE Valentine’s-themed story time, craft, and games!
Bring your favorite stuffed animal,
📍 Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young book lovers!
Read more about the event here
Grand reopening of Discovery Works at the Avon Lake Library
The reopening will take place on Saturday, February 1 from 10am-5pm and Sunday, February 2 from 1pm-5pm 2025
Visitors will find the immersive experiences, exhibits, and activities have been developed to engage children at all ages and learning levels.
Reopening weekend visitors throughout the day will also enjoy: Character Meet & Greets, STEM-inspired, Scavenger Hunt, Snap Circuit Interactive Demonstrations, Science Coloring Activities, Raffle Prize Drawings.
Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
Groundhog’s Day at the Canalway Center
Drop-by: Groundhog's Day
Join us to learn why groundhogs might not be out enjoying their namesake holiday. We'll share stories, engage in crafts, and explore some fascinating groundhog biofacts.
CanalWay Center, 4524 E 49th St, Cleveland, OH 44125
Open Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Arty
About The Event
Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.
February: Weaving Wonder
Thread vibrant connections at our textile and jewelry-inspired Open Studio. Delve into intricate artistry, weaving together diverse ideas into a harmonious whole. Unravel your creativity as you stitch your own story using fibers.
The Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106
Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Lunar New Year, Year of the Snake, on Saturday, February 1st, and Sunday, February 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Asia Plaza in Cleveland's Asiatown neighborhood. Enjoy cultural performances, martial arts, lion dances, food trucks, vendors, resource tables, crafts, activities, photo stations, and more.
2999 Payne Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Lunar New Year, Year of the Snake, on Saturday, February 1st, and Sunday, February 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Asia Plaza in Cleveland's Asiatown neighborhood. Enjoy cultural performances, martial arts, lion dances, food trucks, vendors, resource tables, crafts, activities, photo stations, and more.
2999 Payne Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114