This weekend in Mahoning County, OH

Enjoy a free, public Halloween celebration with decorated trunks and candy for children of all ages. Free indoor activities include bounce houses for ages 2–6 and 7–12, plus a toddler play area for ages 9–23 months. Pre-registration is highly recommended for the indoor attractions to help reduce lines and speed up check-in. The event is open to everyone, whether or not they are current Ohio Gymnastics Institute students. It will take place rain or shine, with the festivities moving indoors if it rains.

This seasonal run features operating 58 throughout the day and into the night. It is the only nighttime run of the year. Attendance is open to members, and nonmembers can become members when registering.

On Halloween night, the I Heart Karaoke team partners with the Holiday Inn in Boardman for an evening of karaoke entertainment. Prizes will be handed out throughout the night, including for best costume and an additional karaoke-related prize. Guests who book a room directly with the Holiday Inn front desk in Boardman by phone will automatically qualify for the event room special.

Explore Halloween as a time for reflection, intuition, and connection with the unknown through a sound-based meditation experience. Gongs and other instruments create sounds and vibrations intended to guide participants into deeper meditative states, supporting exploration of intuition, spiritual guidance, and the subconscious. The experience also focuses on uncovering personal blockages and letting go of outdated parts of oneself. Pre-registration is required, and seating is limited to 13 participants.

Halloween with SOB takes over JR'z Pub in Austintown, OH. Be ready for a lively night that could leave you catching your breath afterward.

The Trophy Room at Westside Bowl hosts a live music bill with Nineteenth Paradise performing their final show, joined by Lovers in Reverse and Tundra Tuxedo. Tickets are $5 in advance and $15 the day of the show.

Local churches are working together on a hygiene drive benefiting The Way Station, with Midway Mennonite Church serving as a collection site. A collection box will be located in the foyer for personal care donations such as diapers, wipes, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, razors, and body wash.

Sensory Sunday at the Butler offers a calm, low-stimulation hour for neurodivergent visitors, including people on the autism spectrum and anyone who benefits from a quieter, less busy atmosphere. The museum opens one hour earlier than usual so guests can explore art without bright lights or crowds. Supportive resources are available, including fidget tools, a sensory guide, and clear information about what to expect during a visit. This program occurs on the first Sunday of each month and will continue to evolve to meet community needs. There is no Sensory Sunday in December.