Free events in Wooster, OH

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Monday, October 19 3 frees
  • 1pm

    Volunteer Work Day

    Holmes County's Legacy Point Park, 7222 Township Road 328, Holmesville
    Free

    Contribute to the community by assisting with trail design and building throughout the park under the leadership of Jason Biltz. Work gloves are required for all participants. Jason will provide details on any other equipment that may be needed.

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  • 6:30pm

    Is Humanity Reaching a Spiritual Tipping Point?

    Shaker Heights Public Library, 16500 Van Aken Blvd, Cleveland
    Free

    This free community conversation explores whether today’s turbulence signals a spiritual turning point and what a new way forward might require. Participants will consider the widening rifts in society, why familiar systems struggle to address them, and how a spiritual lens inspired by Bahá’í teachings can illuminate the larger forces at work. The discussion welcomes every perspective in a shared search for truths that can unite people, with attention to our rapidly changing world and practical steps that foster greater unity. Open to all regardless of background or belief, and donations will not be accepted. Tickets are requested to indicate attendance.

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  • 8pm

    Monday Night Trivia!

    Happy Dog, 5801 Detroit Ave, Cleveland
    Free

    Put your knowledge to the test at a highly rated Cleveland trivia night at the Happy Dog. A rotating lineup of hosts keeps things lively, and participation is free.

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Tuesday, October 20 4 frees
  • 12pm

    Chair Yoga

    Barberton Public Library, 602 W Park Ave, Barberton · verified Oct 16
    Free

    Improve flexibility in a free chair yoga class at the library with Colleen Hohl.

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  • 2pm

    FREE MOVIE The Brain that wouldn't Die

    1017 Wooster Rd W, Barberton · verified Oct 18
    Free

    Enjoy a free movie paired with food and drink specials. The feature is The Brain that wouldn't Die, directed by Joseph Green, from a screenplay by Joseph Green based on an original story by Rex Carlton. The story follows a surgeon obsessed with transplant procedures who preserves his girlfriend's living head after a car crash, then searches for a new body to continue his experiment.

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  • 4pm

    Sewing Open Studio

    Sew4Service , 12890 Berea Rd, Cleveland
    Free

    Everyone is welcome at this free sewing open studio, where participants can use the available sewing machines and studio space to focus on personal projects. Bring your own fabric along with your project ideas, and take advantage of guidance from experienced teachers and sewing coaches. This class is supported in part by a grant from the Cleveland Foundation.

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  • 5pm

    Lincoln Park Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

    Corner of Troy Road & W. 11th Street, 1025 Troy Rd, Ashland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    A ceremonial ribbon cutting will mark the opening of Lincoln Park, a new playground and dog park created for the Ashland community at the former Lincoln Street School site. Built through a public private partnership between the City of Ashland and the Rotary Club of Ashland, working through the Rotary Service Foundation, the park is designed for families, young people, pet owners, and neighbors of all ages. Highlights include separate secure areas for large and small dogs with agility features, a full basketball court supported by the Norma Foundation, and a playground outfitted with $150,000 in equipment secured by the City. A covered pavilion adds space for community gatherings, and weather resistant benches, picnic tables, and eight Honey Locust trees provide comfortable shade. What was once a vacant green space is becoming a welcoming destination where Ashland can play, connect, and grow together.

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Wednesday, October 21 2 frees
  • 2pm

    Free Movie House On haunted Hill

    1017 Wooster Rd W, Barberton · verified Oct 18
    Free

    This free movie centers on a daring proposition. A millionaire promises $10,000 to five people willing to spend the night locked inside a large, spooky rented house with him and his wife.

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  • 4:45pm

    Yoga Fitness

    Memorial-Nottingham Branch Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd, Cleveland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    Experience a free yoga class that revitalizes the body, calms the mind, and eases stress through slow, gentle standing sequences and floor poses designed to build strength and flexibility. Please bring your own mat. All participants must complete a waiver before taking part.

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Thursday, October 22 3 frees
  • 6am

    Senior Days

    Fairfax Market Café, 2190 E 105th St, Cleveland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    Fairfax Market is hosting a dedicated day for seniors with savings and helpful extras. Shoppers 55 and older receive 10 percent off eligible in-store grocery and café purchases, along with a complimentary drip coffee from the Fairfax Market Café to enjoy while browsing. Staff will be on hand to assist with signing up for mPerks, Meijer’s rewards program, and can help with scanning items and packing at checkout. Exclusions apply to the discount, which is available for in-store purchases only.

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  • 6pm

    Trick or Treat

    O'Neill Healthcare Fairview Park, 20770 Lorain Rd, Cleveland
    Free

    Spend an evening trick-or-treating at this annual event, with costumes encouraged. For full details, please refer to the event flyer.

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  • 7pm

    The Upbeat Show

    Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave, Cleveland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    At the Supper Club, Cleveland Stories Night spotlights The Upbeat Show, the landmark rock and roll television program produced in Cleveland from 1964 to 1971. David Spero, who assisted his father, the show’s producer, shares behind the scenes memories and presents new video clips of the notable performers who appeared on the broadcast. Hosted in its day by Don Webster, the series welcomed many artists who would later be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and this program revisits those moments through film and personal storytelling. As part of a weekly series that pairs great food with tales from Cleveland’s past, admission is free and there is no cover. The regular menu is available, along with affordable specials.

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Friday, October 23 1 free
  • 9pm

    Soda Punk! Live Pop Punk/Emo Covers

    Headquarters Bar and Grill, 9617 Clinton Rd, Cleveland
    Free

    Headquarters Bar & Grill in Cleveland presents a high-energy night of pop punk and emo hits, arriving right in time for spooky season. Enjoy a soundtrack of popular tracks spanning the genres. There is no cover charge.

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Saturday, October 24 7 frees
  • 9:30am

    Cleveland Bonsai Club Monthly Meeting

    Rockefeller Park Greenhouse, 750 E 88th St, Cleveland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    Free and open to the public, this gathering welcomes guests who want to learn what the club is about. Many meetings focus on a specific theme, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own trees to ask questions and get feedback.

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  • 10am

    ✨ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY Celebration at The Ritual Well✨

    The Ritual Well, 144 Maple St, Ashland · verified Oct 18
    Free

    Celebrate the one year anniversary of The Ritual Well with a welcoming day centered on wellness and community. Begin with a complimentary Rise and Flow yoga class to move, breathe, and ease into the festivities. An open house offers a chance to explore the space and its services, enjoy wellness refreshments, meet local businesses, experience a free guided cold plunge, and enter for a chance to win a three month membership. Look for door prizes, giveaways, and special anniversary savings throughout. Continue with a Cacao and Sound Journey, a guided experience designed to slow down, soften, and settle into deep relaxation and connection. The open house is free to attend and RSVPs are appreciated but not required. The yoga class requires separate registration with limited spots. The Cacao and Sound Journey is a separate ticketed session with limited capacity, and registration details are available through the link in bio.

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  • 11am

    Luca's 4th Annual Halloween Pawty

    Luca's Pet Nutrition Center, 2929 Detroit Ave, Cleveland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    A Halloween-themed pawty invites dogs and their people for a festive afternoon. Enjoy hot apple cider, go trick or treating together, and capture memories with professional photography. Costumes are strongly encouraged. Raffles and giveaways keep the excitement going. The celebration takes place at Luca’s Pet Market in Cleveland.

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  • 1pm

    Old Brooklyn Trick or Treat Trail

    Ben Franklin Community Garden, 1813 Tampa Ave, Cleveland · verified Oct 16
    Free

    Celebrate the season at the Annual Trick or Treat Trail in Old Brooklyn’s Ben Franklin Community Garden. This free community gathering features complimentary popcorn and apple cider, crafts, games, and music as visitors make their way through a festive path with treat stations hosted by local Old Brooklyn organizations, with plenty of chances to say hello to neighbors. The route offers a mix of terrain, with part of the trail on a paved walkway and the remainder along a wood chip path near the back of the garden. Parking is available in the Ben Franklin Elementary School lot in front of the garden and on the street. The festivities take place rain or shine.

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  • 5pm

    Halloween Party

    Cleveland Rocks and Beads, 2499 Lee Blvd, Cleveland
    Free

    Step into the Halloween spirit at Cleveland Rocks and Beads with a mix of mystical activities. Try Chinese Fortune Sticks, rune tea light candle spells, energy clearing, oracle readings, and crystal divination. All activities are for entertainment purposes only. Carly Haufe of Fox and Hawk Tarot offers a complimentary three card reading aimed at offering clarity. Tips for the readers are encouraged. While visiting, browse creepy jewelry, beads, crystals, pendants, and charms. To reserve a tarot time slot, call 216-932-3780 in advance, and arrive early because if your name is called and you are not present, the next person will be seen.

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  • 6pm

    Tha High Class Halloween Party

    Harmony Street, 464 N Harmony St, Medina
    Free

    High Class Records presents a Halloween party with free admission for ages 18 and older. DJ Hi-C will provide the music alongside live performances. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be available, costumes are encouraged, and High Class Records merchandise will be on hand. Expect a festive, spooky atmosphere with plenty of music, food, and good vibes.

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  • 7:30pm

    Badstone

    VFW Post 3446, 430 W Market St, Orrville · verified Oct 12
    Free

    Badstone brings a night of classic hard rock to Orrville VFW Post 3446. Admission is free and the event welcomes the public. A cash bar and food will be available for purchase. Formed in 1987, the original lineup featured Tim Martini on vocals and guitar, Mike Fisher on drums, Steve Metzger on bass and vocals, and Gus Lambros on guitar and vocals. That chapter closed in 1989, and the band regrouped in 1993, remaining active on the regional circuit ever since. Known for a no frills, high energy sound, Badstone covers rock spanning the 1960s through the 2000s with an ever growing setlist. The current members are Tim Martini, Gregg Martini, Sami Day, Scott Smalley, and Tim Burris.

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Sunday, October 25 1 free
  • 2pm

    Trunk-or-Treat

    All Saints Episcopal Church, 8911 W Ridgewood Dr, Cleveland · verified Oct 18
    Free

    The 7th Annual Trunk-or-Treat at All Saints is a free, family-friendly celebration open to children and families of all ages. Enjoy candy stops at creative trunks, face painting, balloon twisting, live music from the All Saints Ukes, and a visit to the Pumpkin Patch. The congregation of All Saints Episcopal Church hosts this gathering. For the safety of attendees and volunteers, only congregation members and individuals known to the church will distribute treats and serve in official roles.

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