The best things to do in Lorain

Golf course featuring uphill, downhill, and level holes, amid scenic surrounds.

1211 W River Rd N (Elyria)

Busy 18-hole, regulation course with a driving range, plus a clubhouse offering a snack bar.

41971 Oberlin Elyria Rd (Elyria)

Animal exhibits, a simulated rainforest, an interactive kids section, a gift shop & restaurants.

3900 Wildlife Way (Cleveland)

Public golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus featuring a tavern and indoor simulators.

1100 Gulf Rd (Elyria)

Fin Fest is on through August 11, so Greater Cleveland Aquarium is an easy win this week... wander the walk-through experience, check out…

2000 Sycamore St (Cleveland)

Playhouse Square is Cleveland’s home for the big stuff, from touring Broadway hits and opera to stand-up, dance and those jaw-dropper set…

1501 Euclid Ave #200 (Cleveland)

Family-friendly place featuring optical illusions, holograms and interactive exhibits, plus gift shop.

186 Euclid Ave (Cleveland)

A long-running single-screen venue emphasizing family-friendly movies at discounted prices.

260 Church St (Amherst)

Family entertainment center featuring bowling lanes and a pro shop, plus karaoke, and a bar.

5300 Oberlin Ave

A mix of studio & indie films fill the calendar at this refurbished 1921 venue serving beer & wine.

1390 W 65th St (Cleveland)

Live-action adventure games featuring multiple rooms and puzzles to solve in a time limit.

2515 Jay Ave #B3 (Cleveland)

Straightforward course featuring par-3 and par-4 holes, plus a par-5, all set against a forest backdrop.

18599 Old Lorain Rd (Cleveland)

Down-to-earth 18-hole spot featuring water features that gobble up balls, plus a dock-diving pool. Friendly staff.

7760 Victory Ln (North Ridgeville)

Opened in 1965, this seasonal movie theater with 2 screens & a snack bar shows mainstream flicks.

33395 Lorain Rd (North Ridgeville)

Established movie theater with art deco decor featuring newly released, independent & foreign films.

13116 Shaker Square (Cleveland)

Live-music, family-friendly concert site with food concessions, plus beer, wine and liquor drinks.

421 Black River Ln

Recreation center offering a swimming pool, fitness area, splash pad, and walking trail with musical instruments.

47160 Hollstein Dr (Amherst)

Driving range with grass tees and heated covered bays, plus batting cages and mini-golf.

37500 Center Ridge Rd (North Ridgeville)

Popular movie house showing first-run films and classic theatrical concessions, plus friendly service.

19 E College St (Oberlin)

Family and teen roller skating sessions are offered at this longstanding rink.

4952 W Erie Ave

Concert venue on the river offering bands, food trucks, and a dance floor, plus an easygoing vibe.

421 Black River Ln

Restored 1928 theater now offering concerts, plays, youth productions, movies & special events.

617 Broadway