Robbin cutting of the brand new playground at Bohlken Park in Fairview Park.

“Pop-Up Party at Bohlken Park!
Join us on Monday, October 13th for the grand opening of Bohlken Playground! Designed with inclusivity in mind, this playground offers fun and accessible features for the whole community.”

More info here

Sunday, October 12, 2025

11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Coe Lake Park

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

A preview to Halloween, the Harvest Festival offers a safe and fun environment for families to enjoy different activities that the whole family would enjoy. There will be costume characters, mini pumpkin patch, magic show, crafts, music, food vendors, inflatables, magic show, face painting and more!!

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Sunday: Trunk-or-Treat 10:00-1:00

Two ticket options:

1. Trunk-or-Treat ONLY – FREE (please reserve to help trunks plan for candy!)

2. Trunk-or-Treat & Play- $10- includes a Bluey led Costume Parade at 11:45

Main Street Play & Café, 1 Eagle Valley Ct, Broadview Heights, OH 44147

( reserve a spot to help trunks plan for candy!)

Reserve a spot here

“North Ridgeville Parks and Recreation Annual Fall Fest! Bring the family and join us for a wonderful Fall Fest Experience in South Central Park. Entertainment including face painting, games, hay rides and more!

Don't miss out on this annual event! See you there!”

South Central Park, 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039

Event info here

What is OB StreetFest?

OB StreetFest is a celebration of the people, places, and spaces of the Old Brooklyn neighborhood. We want to showcase all that Old Brooklyn has to offer! This free-to-attend event on Broadview Road will transform a part of our neighborhood into a lively and welcoming place for the community to gather around live music, good food, a beer garden, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and more!

OB StreetFest also kicks-off Old Brooklyn CDCs 50th Anniversary celebrations! Over the next year, OBCDC is celebrating our commitment to Old Brooklyn and OB StreetFest is just the beginning!

📍Broadview Road, from Spring Road to Tampa Avenue

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Time for Slime

Not an animal... Not a fungus... It’s a slime mold! Join us as we learn about slime molds, a unique category of organism that communicates using chemical signals. First, we will go on a short hike in search of slime mold and discover what makes slime mold special. Next, we’ll head inside to make our own slime craft!

location: Watershed Stewardship Center

time:3pm-4pm

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Drop-by: Spooky Skulls and Skeletons

October is the perfect month to examine various animal skulls and skeletons. See what the different species have in common and what makes them each unique. Stop in anytime during the hours listed.  

Location: Rocky River Nature Center

time: 10:30am-12:30pm

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Weekly on Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. from Sunday, September 14, 2025 until Sunday, May 24, 2026

Location: Cleveland Museum of Art- North Court Lobby

Free; No Ticket Required

Parking: there is a garage for a fee or street parking is free on weekends.

Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.

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Oktoberfest at The Chalet

“Make memories with family and friends this fall season while enjoying our inaugural Oktoberfest. Family friendly activities include Live Polka Music, Dancing, Games, Fall Photo Areas, Wagon Rides, Biergarten, Cleveland Metroparks Food Truck with German Food offerings and more.

Wagon rides are tractor-drawn and are offered on a first-come, first served basis and leave approximately every half hour. Wagons can be covered and operate rain or shine. Our side-load wagons are ADA accessible. In addition to public wagon rides, several private and group opportunities are available. See below for more information.”

The Chalet

16200 Valley Pkwy, Strongsville, OH 44136

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Sturgeon Fest

Please join us for this FREE event and take part in conservation action by helping release Lake Sturgeon into the Cuyahoga River!

On October 4th, Join Cleveland Metroparks and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources as we work to restore these endangered fish to one of their historic spawning grounds in the Great Lakes. Lake Sturgeon Fest is a free, family-friendly event featuring educational activities, trivia games, crafts and more!

location: Rivergate Park, Cleveland, OH

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FallFest in Middleburg Heights is back Saturday, October 4th!

Get ready for a full day of family fall fun! Bring your friends, neighbors, and kids for an afternoon packed with seasonal fun for all ages. Admission is FREE!

• Hayrides

• Inflatables & Games

• Balloon Art & Face Painting

• Art Walk

• Trick-or-Treat Trail

• Food Trucks

• Live Music

Fireworks to close out the night!

Middleburg Heights Community Playground, 15700 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

Event info here

Drop-by: Creepy Crawlies

Dive into the world of insects and spiders with a naturalist during the listed hours. At this indoor program, you’ll get a chance to meet these creatures up close.​ 

Location: North Chagrin Nature Center

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“🚒🚛 Honk, beep, and explore! Mark your calendars for the City of Fairview Park’s annual Touch-A-Truck on Saturday, October 4th from 10 AM to 12 PM at McGowan Insurance!

Whether you're a future firefighter, police officer, or just love big trucks, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Come check out the big trucks, emergency vehicles, and equipment that keep our city running-plus enjoy yummy food trucks while you explore.

Sensory Hour will be from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM with no sirens, horns, or lights for a quieter experience.

This event is free and fun for all ages!”

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on Sunday, September 28, from noon to 5:00 p.m. outside Beachwood City Hall with the annual festival. Families are invited to set sail on a Treasure Island–themed adventure featuring pumpkins, pirates, and plenty o’ fun! Enjoy inflatables, rides, a super slide, games, live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and more — all with free admission.

Beachwood City Hall, 25325 Fairmount Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122

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“Connect with history at Cleveland Metroparks annual FallFest: 18th Century Festival. This fun, free, family-oriented event takes place in the great outdoors of Brecksville Reservation at Meadows Picnic Area. Between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 28, enjoy the danceable beat of folk music and the gunfire of the Brigade of the American Revolution. Bring the whole family to smell the wood smoke, taste the fresh-pressed cider, marvel at the magician, and so much more. History was never so much fun!

Food and souvenirs will be available for sale.

There is plenty of free, onsite parking and a shuttle bus to and from the Brecksville Nature Center parking lot.”

Location Meadows Picnic Area

More info here

Open Studio

Weekly on Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. from Sunday, September 14, 2025 until Sunday, May 24, 2026

Location:  North Court Lobby

Free; No Ticket Required

Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.

September 2025: Healing Hues

Discover the healing power of creativity! Relax, create, and connect as you engage in art making that supports mindfulness, self-expression, and emotional growth.   

Street parking is free on weekends. The art museum does have a garage for a fee.

General admission to the Cleveland Museum of Art is always free

More info here

Free Kids Yoga in the Park – Sundays at 10 AM
Join Amy Luczak, experienced Kids Yoga Teacher and longtime educator, for free outdoor yoga classes every Sunday morning at 10 AM at Veterans' Park in Avon Lake.

These playful, engaging classes are recommended for ages 5–12 and focus on movement, mindfulness, and fun—helping children build strength, focus, and emotional balance in a relaxed outdoor setting.

Program Details:
Sundays at 10 AM
Veterans' Park, Avon Lake
Recommended for ages 5–12
Free to attend – donations welcome
Offered Sundays in August & September
No class on Sunday, August 31st (Labor Day Weekend)

Veteran’s Park, 32756 Lake Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012

more event info here

The Avon Lake Kiwanis Club's Fall Fest event will include tons of FREE family-friendly fun.

* Pumpkin decorating 
* Horse-drawn wagon rides 
* Climbing wall 
* Face painting 
* Antique cars 
* Prizes 
* Food
* Raffles and more! 

All proceeds from this event will benefit the Avon Lake Kiwanis Club scholarship fund.

Event info here

Free Kids Yoga in the Park – Sundays at 10 AM
Join Amy Luczak, experienced Kids Yoga Teacher and longtime educator, for free outdoor yoga classes every Sunday morning at 10 AM at Veterans' Park in Avon Lake.

These playful, engaging classes are recommended for ages 5–12 and focus on movement, mindfulness, and fun—helping children build strength, focus, and emotional balance in a relaxed outdoor setting.

Program Details:
Sundays at 10 AM
Veterans' Park, Avon Lake
Recommended for ages 5–12
Free to attend – donations welcome
Offered Sundays in August & September
No class on Sunday, August 31st (Labor Day Weekend)

Veteran’s Park, 32756 Lake Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012

more event info here

Nature At Night Event

As the sun goes down, the forest comes alive! Join the nocturnal fun and enjoy FREE, family-friendly activities, games and crafts that celebrate the wonders of nature at night! See live animals, check out the StarLab planetarium, explore under the stars on a night hike, and enjoy a roaring campfire. A food truck will be onsite with a variety of options for purchase.  

more event info here

North Chagrin Nature Center

401 Buttermilk Falls Pkwy, Willoughby, OH 44094

Date: September 20

Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm

“Join us for an afternoon filled with fall fun at the field! Decorate a pumpkin, play some yard game, and enjoy treats from Maria's Ice Cream Wagon. 

Although these events are free to the public, we appreciate donations to help fuel our mission in finding a cure. “

Maria’s Field of Hope, 2054 Jaycox Rd, Avon, OH 44011

More info on this event here

Chalk Festival

Tags for: Chalk Festival

• Special Event

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025, 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 12:00–5:00 p.m.

Location:  Fine Arts Garden

Free to Attend; Fee to Participate

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“The Chalk Festival features sidewalk artistry by professional chalk artists and local community groups, families, and individuals, all using the CMA’s south plaza and walkways that wind through the Fine Arts Garden and down to Wade Lagoon as a colorful canvas.

The Chalk Festival is a modern expression of a Renaissance tradition from 16th-century Italy in which artists copied paintings of the Madonna by Raphael and his contemporaries using chalk on the plazas outside cathedrals.”

Visiting the chalk festival is free and open to the public. You can also purchase a square to partition the chalk festival. More info on that here

🚒🚛 Honk, beep, and explore! Mark your calendars for our annual Touch-A-Truck, which will take place on Saturday, September 20, from 8 am to 12 pm at the Van Aken District!

Whether you’re a future firefighter, police officer, or just love big trucks, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Come discover the big trucks, emergency vehicles, and equipment that keep our city running.

This event is free and fun for all ages!

3401 Tuttle Road , Shaker Heights, OH, United States, Ohio 44122

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“Drop-by: Mushrooms Up Close

Mushrooms come in a stunning variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Join us anytime between 2 - 4 p.m. as we explore these fantastic fungi up close under a microscope and learn more about their unique spore-bearing surfaces.”

Breciksville Nature Center

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“Hunt of the Month: Camouflaged Moths

Many species of moths use the patterns on their wings to blend in with their natural surroundings and avoid predators. This is called camouflage. This month, we’ve hidden 20 cutouts of moths that have camouflaged themselves to look like things around the nature center. Visit CanalWay Center any day in September to search for these moths and judge how well they’ve hidden in our popular monthly indoor scavenger hunt.”

4524 E 49th St, Cleveland, OH 44125

more info here

FREE ADMISSION TO THE GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY (Sept 12-13)

The Great Lakes Science Center will have free general admission Friday and Saturday to celebrate Discovery Days 🌍

Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114

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Fall Fun Fest with RealPopFusion - Presented by Aqua-Tots Swim School

  Sep 12, 2025

  5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

🍂 Fall Fun Fest with RealPopFusion presented by Aqua-Tots Swim School! 🍂

Celebrate the season with an event full of festive fun for the whole family! Enjoy exciting fall-themed competitions to win prizes ✨ like donut and pie eating contests, hands-on crafts, live entertainment by RealPopFusion, and plenty more autumn activities to keep the spirit of the season going. 🎶🥧🍩✨This event will be held in Cinemark Court.

SouthPark Mall, 500 Southpark Center, Strongsville, OH

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FREE ADMISSION TO THE GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY (Sept 12-13)

The Great Lakes Science Center will have free general admission Friday and Saturday to celebrate Discovery Days 🌍

Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114

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