Family events in Strongsville, OH

Enjoy a family storytime filled with storytelling, songs, and fingerplay activities to share together.

This monthly Cleveland Cat Club gathering brings cat lovers together to connect, celebrate their companions, and share stories. Each meeting features a handful of members who present their feline friends, followed by time for questions and plenty of admiration. Adoptable cats are also highlighted for anyone considering adding to their furry family. Attendees are encouraged to prepare a PowerPoint to showcase photos and fun facts. Wear cat-themed attire and feel free to bring playful feline memorabilia to spark conversation. Donuts, drinks, and other light refreshments will be available. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.

Head to Stearns Homestead for a family-friendly evening centered on quality time together. Begin by visiting the farm’s animals, then sit down with your child to build a Stearns Homestead replica brick kit. The kit can be purchased at the end, but there is no obligation to buy. This is a family activity, not a fundraiser, with a chance to meet members of the Parma Area Kiwanis and learn about their work in the community. Students from Old Brook High will be on hand to assist with the custom kit they created for Stearns Homestead. Please register in advance so organizers can plan for the number of kids and families attending.

A free pop-up legal clinic at We Rock the Spectrum - Stow offers support for families navigating special education. Attorneys and law students from the Case School of Law Kramer Legal Clinic will be available to answer questions about IEPs, special education services, and the rights of parents of children with autism. Participants are encouraged to bring their child’s IEP and specific concerns. Childcare is provided by Summit County DD so caregivers can focus on their legal questions while children play. Registration is required, and capacity is limited. Expect practical guidance, answers, and tools to better advocate for your child.

Craft a plush pumpkin from a repurposed shirt or sweater at a relaxed, drop-in session in North Royalton. All supplies are provided along with instruction. Each pumpkin is $8, and participants may make as many as they like. No registration is needed, as the activity is available during shop hours.

Kids can cut loose at an open gym session at Gym Skills Cleveland, designed for active play, skill building, and time with friends. Participants who are walking are welcome. Children ages 2 to 5 must have a parent supervising, and children 6 and older may be dropped off. The cost is $15 for the first child and $12 for each additional sibling. Advance registration is required, and the session will not run if no participants are registered ahead of time.

This free To the Table: Healthy Co-Parenting conversation, created with community partners, welcomes parents and caregivers. It offers a warm, nonjudgmental space to share experiences, strengthen communication, and build practical tools for intentional, caring co-parenting. The focus is on how extended relatives, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family members, support children and help families navigate dynamics together. The guiding idea is simple... children thrive when families work together.

A free Children’s Closet invites families to pick up what they need for their children. It operates on first Fridays, second Saturdays, and third Fridays. For any questions, the organizers welcome messages or phone calls.

Designed for young children, this bilingual program shares stories, songs, and rhymes to build literacy skills in both English and Spanish.

The Akron Oatmeal Festival returns for a second year with a playful tribute to the city’s offbeat spirit and canal era roots, unfolding across Cascade Locks Park around locks 14 and 15 along the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Expect two stages of performances, a community food drive, and a joyous focus on all things oats. The day weaves together arts and food vendors, Goats and Oats, a Quaker themed photo booth, stilt walkers, a magician, local author talks, a conversation about Ferdinand Schumacher, 1800s oat artifacts, play areas, crafts, face painting, the Original Quaker oatmeal cookie, and King of Quaker Oats T shirts. A highlight is the arts forward Parade of Schumachers that starts at the Mustill Store, moves through the grasses, and finishes at the Lock 14 Main Stage, paired with a look alike contest honoring Akron’s Oatmeal King where prizes are awarded and the crowd selects the winner. Live music features Da Land Brass Band, Benny Lava and the Guavas, and Joey Hughes of False Teeth. Community partners including the Akron Canton Regional Food Bank, Akron Children’s Museum, Curated Storefront, Museville, and Nightlight Cinema bring hands on experiences throughout the grounds. The Super Six food drive supports the Akron Canton Regional Foodbank, with boxed cereal, canned soup or stew, canned tuna, canned vegetables, macaroni and cheese, and peanut butter requested, and a festival button offered to donors while supplies last. Launched in 2025 with support from ArtsNow, the festival celebrates Akron’s creative energy and history by elevating local artists, activating Cascade Valley, and spotlighting the legacy of Ferdinand Schumacher, whose pioneering 1850s mill helped propel oatmeal to national prominence.

At Christian Heritage, the first annual Men’s Car Show highlights classics, muscle cars, trucks, and other well loved rides. Owners who want to display a vehicle can enter for $20 per car. The public is welcome to browse the lineup and spend an afternoon enjoying the displays.

Old Brooklyn StreetFest transforms Broadview Road into a neighborhood showcase with local vendors and makers alongside community groups and resources. Sample a variety of foods, unwind in the beer garden, and enjoy activities for all ages while live music fills the street. Performances include The Yacht Rockerz, Marcus Smith & The Rapscallions, and Austin & The Syd Experience. Admission is free, welcoming neighbors and visitors to celebrate a vibrant community to live, work, and explore.

Presented by AEG, this stop on the Toddler Rave World Tour features Lenny Pearce and welcomes guests of all ages. Doors will open ahead of the performance. The organizer has set a delayed ticket transfer policy, with transfers expected to become available about three weeks before the event. For full details on ticket terms, please review the AXS Purchase Agreement.

Celebrating its tenth year, this pasta and meatball dinner takes place at the St. Mary's Church Garrity Center and is catered by Santo's Italian Restaurant. Admission is $18 for adults, $15 for seniors, $8 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and under. The event features a 50/50 raffle and baskets, and takeout is available. Advance tickets can be purchased at the museum or by calling 440-243-2541, and tickets will also be sold at the door.

Enjoy a movie screening at Smith Park.

Marking its 20th season, Kamm's Corners Farmers Market offers an outdoor marketplace showcasing area growers and makers, live musical performances, and family-friendly activities.

At Edgewater Park in Cleveland, kite flyers gather for a relaxed session to showcase new kites and share recent flying stories. Anyone who brings a kite can get friendly help with setup or troubleshooting, and beginners can learn how to fly a kite. Look for banners on site to locate the group.

A garden showcase inspired by the chrysanthemum features a lively palette that echoes the natural world. Expect crisp greens, rich purples, and thoughtful layers that highlight the wide-ranging beauty found in Creation. Friends and family can enjoy it together.

At Stocker Arts Center in Elyria, this stage production revisits Aesop’s Tortoise and Hare a decade later, now centered on their children, Tortoise Junior and Lil’ Hare. With smartphones and video games reshaping their world, the young duo embarks on a new kind of race that leads them into unexpected territory. Old Man Tortoise and Big Daddy Hare set aside their differences to search for and save their kids, facing hurdles on the path to the finish line. The story is told with striking visuals, heartfelt storytelling, and a music mix that spans classical to pop, offering a fresh perspective on a classic tale. Tickets are available directly through the venue.

Symphony at Sunset makes a special one-night return with An Autumn Encore at Voinovich Bicentennial Park in Cleveland. The event features mini pumpkin painting, yard games, crafts, and food trucks, followed by a performance by OPUS 216.

This family potluck during Hispanic Heritage Month brings people together to share dishes, enjoy music, and take part in activities. Families can connect while honoring the richness of Hispanic cultures and traditions in a welcoming, celebratory setting.

Visitors can explore a welcoming market with makers offering crafts, food sellers, farmers from the area, and chilled beer.

Put your knowledge to the test at a family-friendly trivia night. Play together as a family team or compete head to head, answering questions that span science, music, and geography. All ages are welcome, and most questions are written for ages 12 and up.