Family events in Erie County, OH

The Rust Belt Rumble Baseball Tournament is a multi-day baseball event hosted by Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center. You can expect tournament games across the event dates, with the schedule listed on the event website.

Relay For Life of Sandusky County is an American Cancer Society fundraising event where the community comes together to raise money for cancer research and support programs. The day is centered on honoring the lives lost to cancer, celebrating survivors, and recognizing caregivers who help others. Donations support the Society’s mission to save lives.

Celebrate summer with an annual picnic at Mill Hollow.

Experience live Grateful Dead music at Woodstock Cafe during a free show open to all ages.

A naturalist leads a relaxed canoe tour along Old Woman Creek, sharing insights into estuaries and wetland ecology. Participants register in pairs, must be at least ten years old, and should have some paddling experience, and all equipment is provided. Meet at the OWC Boat House, and call 419-433-4601 to register.

At the Annual Vermilion Beach Market, attendees can browse Ohio sports team apparel at the Mistakes on the Lake tent. The setting is Sherod Park on Lake Erie, a spacious 24-acre lakeside destination a short distance west of downtown Vermilion, with broad water views and easy beach access. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome, and many visitors stay to take in the sunset.

Vendors are still welcome for this event, with space for crafters, candle makers, jewelry designers, signs and home decor, artisans, crochet and other handmade items, baked goods, face painting, food trucks, non profit organizations, and more.

Bug Bonanza! is a family-friendly afternoon at the nature center where you can learn about native insects and build your own bug hotel. Walk-ins are welcome, and there is no registration needed. The session runs from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays in August (with the page noting an exception on August 22).

At Huron Boat Basin, New Frontiers delivers a tribute to Journey that spotlights the band’s anthems, power ballads, blazing guitar work, rich harmonies and memorable melodies that defined late 1970s and 80s rock. This veteran group of Ohio musicians focuses on an authentic sound, capturing Neal Schon’s unmistakable guitar tone, the soaring vocal style associated with Steve Perry, and the familiar grooves, harmonies and keyboard textures fans know. The set features energetic, faithful renditions of hits spanning albums from Evolution through Trial by Fire, offering a nostalgic trip through the golden era of arena rock.

Enjoy the Erie County Fair with free admission every day. Sample favorite fair foods, browse shopping vendors, explore agricultural exhibits, and see the animals. Families can bounce and play in inflatables and try laser tag, with activities suited to all ages and interests. Grandstand shows take place throughout the week and require a small separate fee. Plan your week to catch the attractions that matter most to you.

For the first time, the Rough Truck Contest takes over the Grandstands as a brand new Fair event. Spectators can watch trucks fly, bounce, and battle through a timed obstacle course, while drivers have the option to compete. Spectator tickets are $10 per person. Drivers must be 16 or older with a valid license and a DOT approved helmet. Entry is $30 and includes one pit pass and one gate admission. The event features stock and modified classes and aims to be a crowd favorite.

This installment features the Erie County O.S.U. Alumni Band as part of the Sandusky Gazebo Concert Series. Organized by the Sandusky Community Celebrations Council and sponsored by Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, the concert is free to attend and is set for the Sandusky Washington Park Gazebo, with any changes noted in case of inclement weather.

Sandusky, Ohio hosts a rodeo at the Erie County Fair, featuring bull riding, barrel racing, and other arena competitions. Contestants travel from various places to compete, creating a lively highlight of Fair Week. Admission to the fair is free, while this Grandstand event requires a $10 ticket per person. Children under 40 inches are admitted to the Grandstand at no cost. Expect fast-paced runs, big rides, and plenty of cheers from start to finish.

Set out on a relaxed, guided canoe outing along Old Woman Creek led by a naturalist who shares insights into estuaries and wetland ecology. Registration is required in pairs by calling (419) 433-4601. Participants must be at least ten years old and have some prior paddling experience. All gear is provided, and the group meets at the OWC Boat House.

Celebrate a Fair Week tradition at the Erie County Fair Grandstand with the Livestock Scramble. Children race after chickens and lambs, followed by the Calf Scramble for participants ages 15 and up. Admission to the fair is free. Entry to the Grandstand Scramble event is $5, and children under 40 inches are admitted free. Rules, regulations, and registration are available.

SAW Travels is organizing a luxury charter bus trip to Cedar Point for a full day filled with thrills and shared memories. The package covers park admission and a wristband for unlimited soft drinks, along with games on the bus and access to discounts on future travel. A payment plan is available, and seating is limited. Pricing is tiered, with Early Bird at $130, Regular at $150, and Last-Minute at $180.

The Farm Tractor, Garden Tractor Pull and NTPL Legends roll into the Erie County Fair, transforming the Grandstand into a showcase of horsepower and a timeless fair favorite. Spectators can settle into the stands to watch tractors push their limits as engines thunder and the crowd shares in the excitement. Admission to this Grandstand event is free, and entry to the fair is free each day, offering an easy way to enjoy a full evening of tractor action and community spirit.