The new Falls Edge Glass Walkway at Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park is now open to visitors. The 137-foot-long pedestrian bridge allows visitors to walk directly above Sylvan Creek’s gorge and gaze down 50-feet to the water below.
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Events This Week
May 25, 2025 - June 1, 2025
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May 25 @ 12:00 pm - 11:59 pm
2025 Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
May 25 @ 12:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Popular for its family picnic-style atmosphere, the 26th annual Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest held at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds will begin Friday, May 23 and runs through Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy a showcase of musical entertainment, kid-friendly activities, food and more!
May 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms at Holden Arboretum
May 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental twenty feet tall. These larger-than-life works include a majestic fox family, an intricate stack of flowers, an ethereal peacock, and much more and will be on display throughout Holden Arboretum’s grounds.
May 26
May 26 @ 12:00 pm - 11:59 pm
2025 Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
May 26 @ 12:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Popular for its family picnic-style atmosphere, the 26th annual Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest held at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds will begin Friday, May 23 and runs through Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy a showcase of musical entertainment, kid-friendly activities, food and more!
May 26
Mix-It-Up Mondays
May 26
Tots and their caregivers will experience different activities including crafts, music, movement, playdough, bubbles and more.
May 26 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms at Holden Arboretum
May 26 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental twenty feet tall. These larger-than-life works include a majestic fox family, an intricate stack of flowers, an ethereal peacock, and much more and will be on display throughout Holden Arboretum’s grounds.
May 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Crocker Kids
May 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us for outdoor family-friendly fun at Crocker Park in Westlake this summer
These free weekly themed events, presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and our partners, are ideal for kids, parents and caregivers.
We’ve added a special Saturday date in August to celebrate going back to school! All events will feature:– Fun music – Exhibitor tables with activities + giveaways – FREE snacks
Other activities vary by event:
Face painting, balloon twister, magician, animal entertainer, glitter tattoos, musical entertainment, mascots from various organizations + much more!
The first 100 families to register for each venue will receive an exclusive giveaway!
Registration opens early spring!
May 27 – Dress up!
May 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Us for Crocker Kids: Dress Up! Superhero and Princess Day
May 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Celebrate all things magical and superhero at Crocker Kids at Crocker Park in Westlake on Tuesday, May 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy free family-friendly fun including exhibitor tables with games and prizes, activities, snacks, music and more!
May 27 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms at Holden Arboretum
May 27 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental twenty feet tall. These larger-than-life works include a majestic fox family, an intricate stack of flowers, an ethereal peacock, and much more and will be on display throughout Holden Arboretum’s grounds.
May 28 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms at Holden Arboretum
May 28 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental twenty feet tall. These larger-than-life works include a majestic fox family, an intricate stack of flowers, an ethereal peacock, and much more and will be on display throughout Holden Arboretum’s grounds.
May 29
Acorn Adventures: Spring Color
May 29
Families with children, ages 3-6, take a short hike and observe the rainbow colors that spring brings.
May 29 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms at Holden Arboretum
May 29 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental twenty feet tall. These larger-than-life works include a majestic fox family, an intricate stack of flowers, an ethereal peacock, and much more and will be on display throughout Holden Arboretum’s grounds.
May 30 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fort Laurens Homeschool Day
May 30 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come to Fort Laurens and learn about life on the frontier during Homeschool Day.
May 30 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
May 30 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms at Holden Arboretum
May 30 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental twenty feet tall. These larger-than-life works include a majestic fox family, an intricate stack of flowers, an ethereal peacock, and much more and will be on display throughout Holden Arboretum’s grounds.
May 31
Colorful Clay Creations
May 31
Students ages 5-7 will create a variety of hand built clay pieces learning clay techniques and using pottery tools.
May 31 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
34th Annual Art in the Village at Legacy Village in Lyndhurst
May 31 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Immerse yourself in a harmonious blend of art, culinary delights, and family entertainment at the 34th Annual Art in the Village at Legacy Village in Lyndhurst.
May 31 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Primrose School of Beachwood Grand Opening
May 31 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Primrose School of Beachwood opened on February 26th, 2025 is having an official grand opening celebration.
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