Family events in Steubenville, OH

Registration is open for the 2026 Swissvale Mile, a welcoming experience for runners and walkers of every age and ability. Participants can choose a timed one mile run or an untimed walk that welcomes dogs. The course is flat and follows pleasant neighborhood streets lined with trees.

Trash Cat Rescue will be at the Bloomfield Saturday Market with adoptable cats to meet if the weather cooperates. Merchandise will be available for purchase, and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about how to get involved with cat rescue.

Spyridon Studios hosts a weekly pottery class for kids. Participants can build sculptures, experiment with the wheel, or choose small pieces to paint. The session encourages hands-on creativity with clay and color.

A cozy story hour at a local bookstore invites children to explore imagination through engaging stories and playful moments. Led by Shannon Monroe, who brings each tale to life with creativity and lively character voices, the gathering celebrates laughter, friendship, and the joy of books. Little readers are welcome to bring a favorite stuffed animal.

Bakery Square hosts a free Halloween celebration open to the public, filled with seasonal activities and treats. Choose a pumpkin at the donation-based Urban Pumpkin Patch, with proceeds supporting the Larimer Consensus Group. Children can take part in complimentary fun including festive face painting and hands-on crafts, and trick-or-treat bags are live printed while supplies last. The day also features a Sanderson Sisters appearance, a pumpkin bounce house on the lawn, a spooky scavenger hunt, and Halloween movies on the big screen. Complimentary popcorn and cotton candy at the Trick or Treat table add to the festivities. All complimentary offerings are first come, first served, and registration is highly recommended.

A dog-friendly Halloween stroll along Butler Street invites pups to trick-or-treat at participating businesses. Participants check in at Ivy's Doggie Ice Cream Pawlor to pick up a treat bag and a list of stops, and pre-registered pups receive a special extra. Costumes are encouraged for a festive outing. On-site professional photography by Scrimshaw Media is available for $10 per dog, providing a full set of digital images with no reservation needed. If a dog is shy or scheduling is tricky, call 412-251-0294 or email pghdogicecream@gmail.com to make arrangements. Ivy's serves as the event hub, where Ivy and Stormie are crafting new seasonal dog-friendly ice cream flavors for a spooky treat between photos and trick-or-treating.

Enjoy a Halloween-themed river cruise for families. This two-hour outing welcomes guests of all ages for a ghostly good time with music from a First Class Entertainment DJ and appearances by character friends. A snack bar and a full-service bar are available on board, and all purchases are cashless. Tickets are $36.66 for adults, $26.19 for children, and $5.24 for infants.

A community trunk or treat brings family friendly Halloween fun to Tobacco Depot. Admission is free, with complimentary candy and popcorn. The festivities include music and a charity raffle, and costumes are encouraged to keep the spooky spirit going. Local businesses will be on hand, and kids can check out a state highway patrol car. Hosted and funded by The Avenue Bagel Company, Cutting Edge Lawn Care, Anthony’s Barbershop, Tobacco Depot, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

Mike Super unveils a completely new, family friendly magic show at the Byham Theater in Pittsburgh. The performance blends big laughs with astonishing illusions for an experience that entertains all ages. Returning to this stage, he brings a fresh set of surprises for local audiences. Tickets are selling quickly.

A roaring campfire at the Four Seasons Activity Center in Boyce Park sets the scene for spooky stories and songs suitable for all ages. Halloween costumes are encouraged, with a chance to win prizes. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets for comfort by the fire. An American Sign Language interpreter will be on site.

Celebrate football with a Parisian twist at Bakery Square in Le Courtyard. This Steelers watch party blends black and gold spirit with French inspired fun, featuring a Steelers and French trivia Kahoot with a first place prize of a Steelers Paris gift basket from the Steelers Pro Shop, a live roaming mime, 3D Eiffel Tower chalk art by The Chalking Dad that doubles as a photo opportunity, an interactive art experience with VC2, and a Paris themed photo booth with an Eiffel Tower backdrop and baguette props. Custom Steelers rally towels will be available while supplies last, and complimentary croissants and pastries will be offered while supplies last. City Kitchen will open with a full bar and select hot menu items, and the regular brunch menu will resume later.

Top Deck Cards and Games hosts a recurring Monday Pokemon League. Entry is $10, prize support scales with attendance, and each paid entry includes a promo pack.

This no-cost community expo welcomes everyone to learn about and connect with the groups that support Sheraden. Attendees can meet nonprofits, public agencies, schools, faith communities, and other neighborhood organizations, then explore ways to get involved. Discover programs for children and families, volunteer opportunities, options to participate with an organization, and connections to helpful neighborhood services and support. See what is happening in Sheraden and find the path that fits your interests.

Experience a safe, enjoyable evening of trick-or-treating at a used car showroom. Children can pick up treats from decorated vehicle trunks.

This walk-in food distribution offers assorted loose groceries in family-size portions, including fresh produce, pantry staples, and frozen proteins. Attendees move through a line of items and select the foods that match their household needs. Vegetarian choices are available to accommodate a range of preferences.

Children and teens ages 2 to 15 can dive into a library collection of LEGO bricks and other building blocks for open-ended building and creativity. This program is free and open to the public, and no registration is required. For more information, call (740) 633-0314.

An allergy-friendly Halloween gathering at the Municipal Building welcomes everyone. Frankie the Scarecrow and Chrissy Rubino will be on hand, and snacks will be free of peanuts and tree nuts. There will also be non-candy choices such as crayons, coloring materials, and sensory toys so every child can enjoy the fun.

Stoop Night becomes a spirited celebration with the First Annual Halloween Dress Up Pet Parade in the historic Mexican War Streets. The neighborhood comes alive with glowing stoops, laughter, and the cozy feel of fall as costumed companions take a leisurely stroll. Look for dogs in prehistoric attire, cats channeling the Wild West, and bunnies in ballet finery, along with treat stations, photo opportunities, and impromptu gatherings on stoops. Prizes will be awarded for standout looks, creative group themes, and crowd favorites. Locals and newcomers alike can share the evening with friends, neighbors, snacks, drinks, and their furry sidekicks. Registration is not required.