Free events in Strongsville, OH

Weekly free paper shredding is returning to help protect sensitive information in both physical and digital forms. This no-cost public service includes a limit of one file box per person each week. To support ongoing community efforts, attendees are encouraged to be ready to leave a Google review using a smartphone. For questions, call 330-800-6657.

A free crochet open studio offers space to learn the basics or get help with specific techniques and stitches. Please bring your own yarn, crochet hooks, and patterns. A seasoned instructor will be available to provide guidance and answer questions.

Share a complimentary meal while taking part in a thoughtful conversation about planning funeral arrangements in advance. Pizza and pasta will be served, with selections from Gereci's. The discussion is designed to make planning ahead feel easier through open dialogue.

Hosted by K.C. Curry of Canton Comedy Boom, this comedy open mic at The Daily Pressed in Akron brings together local talent and visiting comedians in a cozy atmosphere. The venue offers a menu alongside specialty coffees and cocktails. Performer sign ups are available, and admission is free.

Enjoy a morning of bingo paired with a complimentary breakfast, presented by SPRY Senior. Take part in more than fifteen rounds with opportunities to win gift cards and other prizes. The activities take place in the food court.

Enjoy a free yoga session centered on slow, gentle standing flows and floor poses designed to build strength and flexibility while calming the mind and easing stress. Please bring your own mat. A signed waiver is required before participating.

Enjoy an interactive trivia game night at Main Event in Avon, Ohio. It is free to play and prizes are awarded to winners. A live in-person host leads a mix of engaging rounds, with image and music segments included. Teams and individual players use their phones to follow a game link, submit answers, and earn points. Expect a broad range of topics from pop culture to history, a collaborative team format, and a lively atmosphere filled with friendly competition and laughter.

Fairfax Market sets aside a special day to honor seniors with 10% off groceries and café purchases, complimentary drip coffee from the Fairfax Market Café while shopping, and friendly assistance signing up for mPerks, Meijer’s rewards program, plus help with scanning and packing groceries. The discount is for in-store purchases only, exclusions apply, and it is available to customers 55 and older.

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.

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.

Settle into Buns and Brews Sportsbar and Grill for a lively mix of Music Bingo and quick-hit music trivia with Shell Yeah Events. Rounds move fast and feature familiar tunes, and everything is played from your phone. It is free to play, prizes are awarded throughout the night, and there is no team required or deep music knowledge needed. Stay as long as you like, sing along when the songs hit, and shout Shell Yeah when you score a win. Arrive early for food and drinks, then enjoy a relaxed game night geared toward adults.

The final outdoor market of season 6 features outdoor and indoor pop-ups, food trucks, music, costumes, trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, spooky photo opportunities, and local shopping. Yummy Pita and Moonstone Coffee Works are scheduled, while a dessert vendor is still being confirmed. Admission is free and parking is available on site. A small number of vendor spots remain and participation is accepted in the order requests are received.

This Halloween themed market marks the final outdoor event of season 6 while also offering indoor pop ups. Attendees can enjoy food trucks including Yummy Pita and Moonstone Coffee Works, music, costumes, trick or treating, pumpkin decorating, spooky photo opportunities, and local shopping. Admission is free and parking is available on site. Only two vendor spaces remain and participation is first come, first served. The organizers are the only point of contact for this market and for other tcg events. A dessert or treat truck is still being sought.

Set in its summer home at Howe Meadow in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, this market brings together neighbors, farmers, producers, artisans, and food lovers. More than 70 local participants share seasonal foods and crafted goods, and the event takes place rain or shine. SNAP and the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program are accepted to help keep local, sustainable food accessible across Northeast Ohio. To support an inclusive experience for seniors and families, there is a designated dog-free period at the start. After that, well socialized dogs on a solid lead are welcome, and the busy setting is not ideal for training new or reactive dogs. Comfortable shoes are helpful for the grassy grounds, reusable bags are encouraged, and while many vendors accept credit cards, carrying some cash can help keep lines moving.

Explore the latest flower selections at Medina Farmers Market. This marks the final market day of the season with a Stock Up Saturday theme, offering a chance to gather favorites before the season wraps up.

Now in its eighth year, this shopping expo fills Emidio’s Banquet Hall with 90 crafters and vendors. It focuses on shopping rather than pumpkins, with food available and a coffee truck for refreshments. Raffles and a 50/50 add to the fun. Admission is free.

Hosted by Main Street Barberton, this community cleanup brings people together to improve the look of the downtown area. Volunteers work side by side on beautification efforts that create a noticeable impact while offering a chance to connect with others. Students can receive volunteer hours for participating.

This event marks the finale of season 6 with a festive outdoor market complemented by indoor pop-ups. The day features food trucks, music, costumes, trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, spooky photo opportunities, local shopping and more. Admission is free to the public, and on-site parking is available. Yummy Pita and Moonstone Coffee Works are slated to serve, with a treat or dessert option still being finalized.

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.

Empowering Epilepsy offers monthly art therapy programs where participants can explore their artistic flair while living with epilepsy. A licensed professional art therapist guides the creative process to support physical and emotional healing and expression. The experience gives inner feelings a visual outlet and may help with pain management, anxiety, and self-esteem. This is a free, in-person session at Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters, and registration is required so the appropriate number of supplies can be prepared. For more information, contact Leigh Goldie at Leigh@empoweringepilepsy.org or 216-342-4167. This program is made possible through the support of Cuyahoga County residents via a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, with matching support from The Harry K. and Emma R. Fox Charitable Foundation and The Samuel H. Press Estate.

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.

The program offers soulful, high-energy jazz from three Northeast Ohio artists. The trio features pianist Theron Brown, bassist George DeLancy, and drummer Zaire Darden. Brown is the founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, a member of the jazz faculty at The University of Akron, and an internationally touring pianist who appeared as young Herbie Hancock in Miles Ahead. This is a free concert, and a reception will follow the performance.

Pitch in for a meaningful volunteer opportunity with the informal Casserole Crew, which prepares and bakes casseroles for a meal served by the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless. Recipes, tools, and aprons are provided, so volunteers only need to show up. Help is also welcome ahead of time by shopping for ingredients, and there is time to stay and chat if that works for you. Tasks are available for every level of kitchen experience and for any amount of time someone can offer. Signing up in advance helps organizers plan, but walk ins are appreciated too. This effort is coordinated with the Women’s Ministries and the Membership Engagement Coordinator, and all cooks are welcome. Questions can be directed to Kirsten.

Put your knowledge to the test at a top rated Cleveland trivia night at the Happy Dog, featuring a rotating lineup of hosts. It is free to play.