Jun
2
Concert Series
Tue, Jun 2
7:00 PM
Forever Seger (Bob Seger Tribute)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater · 8500 Civic Center Blvd
Mentor Rocks season opener. Free, bring a chair.
Summer 2026
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Mentor
Outdoor VenueHome of the Mentor Civic Amphitheater — Lake County's premier outdoor music venue.
★ Signature: Mentor Rocks Summer Concert Series
Jun
9
Concert Series
Tue, Jun 9
7:00 PM
Tennessee Whiskey & Ultimate Eric Church
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Double-bill country tribute night.
Jun
16
Concert Series
Tue, Jun 16
7:00 PM
Fleetwood Gold (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Midwest's most-followed Fleetwood Mac tribute.
Jun
23
Concert Series
Tue, Jun 23
7:00 PM
Crazy Train (Ozzy Osbourne Tribute)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Ultimate Ozzy touring show with Vinny Cormier.
Jun
30
Concert Series
Tue, Jun 30
7:00 PM
Phillip Phillips (LIVE)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
American Idol winner and platinum recording artist — national headliner.
Jul
4
Holiday
Sat, Jul 4
7:00 PM
Hotel California (Eagles Tribute) + Fireworks
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Independence Day concert followed by Mentor's largest-ever fireworks show for America250.
Jul
7
Concert Series
Tue, Jul 7
7:00 PM
Jul
14
Concert Series
Tue, Jul 14
7:00 PM
Night Ranger (LIVE)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
National headliner — 17 million albums sold worldwide.
Jul
21
Concert Series
Tue, Jul 21
7:00 PM
Jul
28
Concert Series
Tue, Jul 28
7:00 PM
Creep & Hollow (Grunge Tribute)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Tribute to two iconic '90s grunge bands.
Aug
4
Concert Series
Tue, Aug 4
7:00 PM
REO Survivor
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Hits of REO Speedwagon, Survivor, and Loverboy in one show.
Aug
14
Festival
Fri, Aug 14
7:00 PM
CityFest Friday — Just Like Pink
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Opening night of Mentor CityFest weekend with the ultimate P!nk tribute.
Aug
15
Festival
Sat, Aug 15
7:00 PM
CityFest Saturday — 7 Summers (Morgan Wallen)
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Morgan Wallen tribute closing out CityFest weekend.
Aug
18
Concert Series
Tue, Aug 18
7:00 PM
ABBA Revisited
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Authentic ABBA tribute with full costumes and harmonies.
Aug
25
Concert Series
Tue, Aug 25
7:00 PM
ESCAPE (Journey Tribute) — Season Finale
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Extended-set season closer focused on the Steve Perry era.
Willoughby
Outdoor VenueHistoric downtown — concerts at Osborne Park, festivals on Public Square.
★ Signature: Willoughby Summer Concert Series
When
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Concert Series
Jun 11, Jul 9, Jul 16 & Aug 13, 2026
6:30–8:30 PM
Concerts at Osborne Park
Osborne Park
Free outdoor concerts. Food trucks, beer/wine tent, and a vendor pop-up market open at 5:30 PM.
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Concert Series
Second Saturday, May–Sep 2026
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Second Saturdays in the Park
Wes Point Park
Family-friendly summer series with music, crafts, and hands-on activities.
Jun
20
Car Show
Sat, Jun 20
4:00–9:00 PM
30th Anniversary Downtown Willoughby Cruise-In
Downtown Willoughby — Public Square · 36 Public Square
One of Ohio's top 5 cruise-ins. 500+ classic cars, two band stages, food vendors, and downtown shopping.
When
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Market
Saturdays, Jun–Oct 2026
8:00 AM – Noon
Willoughby Outdoor Market
City Hall Parking Lot
60+ vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, locally-raised meat, plants, and handmade items.
Aug
8
Festival
Sat, Aug 8
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Last Stop Willoughby Festival
Downtown Willoughby
Signature summer street festival. Outdoor market, Chalkfest, Kid Zone at Wes Point Park, food trucks on River St., nonprofit alley, and live music into the night.
Aug
22
Festival
Sat, Aug 22
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Willoughby ArtsFest
Downtown Willoughby
Juried fine art show with 100+ artists, live demos, music, and food vendors.
Painesville
Outdoor VenueNew Painesville Amphitheater debuts in 2026 along the Grand River.
★ Signature: Concerts at the River
Jun
10
Concert Series
Wed, Jun 10
6:00–8:00 PM
Concerts at the River — Rock the House Live
Painesville Amphitheater · 33 Mill St
Inaugural concert at the brand-new amphitheater. High-energy party/cover band. Outside food allowed.
When
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Concert Series
Wednesdays, Jun 10 – Jul 29, 2026
6:00–8:00 PM
Concerts at the River — Weekly Series
Painesville Amphitheater
Free weekly concert series featuring local bands. Food trucks every week including F.A.T.S. on the Go and Barra de Taco.
Jul
4
Holiday
Sat, Jul 4
5:00 PM
Painesville Party in the Park (4th of July)
Veterans Park
Independence Day with food trucks, live music, and fireworks at dusk.
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Lake County Fair
Lake County Fairgrounds
Six days of rides, livestock shows, demolition derby, grandstand concerts, and fair food.
Kirtland
Small-town festivals with deep historic roots — anchored by the legendary Strawberry Festival.
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Kirtland Kiwanis Strawberry Festival
Kirtland Schools · 9150 Chillicothe Rd
66th annual festival on Father's Day weekend. Strawberry shortcakes, sundaes, supremes, and chocolate-covered berries. Carnival rides, crafters, live entertainment, Jungle Terry, magic show, and a Friday-night parade at 6:30 PM.
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Festival
Late June 2026
Kirtland Heritage Weekend
Historic Kirtland District
Companion celebration to the Strawberry Festival highlighting Kirtland's pioneer-era history with tours, demonstrations, and family activities.
When
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Concert Series
Select Fridays, Jun–Aug 2026
6:00–8:00 PM
Holden Arboretum Concerts on the Lawn
Holden Arboretum · 9550 Sperry Rd
Outdoor music among the gardens. Food trucks on site. Member and non-member tickets available.
Eastlake
Outdoor VenueConcerts at the gazebo behind City Hall + the iconic Boulevard of 500 Flags.
★ Signature: Eastlake Summer Concert Series
When
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Concert Series
Mondays, Jun–Aug 2026
6:30–8:30 PM
Eastlake Summer Concert Series
Gazebo behind Eastlake City Hall · 35150 Lakeshore Blvd
Free outdoor concerts at the Boulevard of 500 Flags gazebo. Past performers include the Chardon Polka Band.
Jun
21
Festival
Sun, Jun 21
6:00–8:30 PM
Make Music Day @ Boulevard of 500 Flags
Boulevard of 500 Flags
Free open celebration of music on the summer solstice — sing along, play along, or just listen.
Sep
11
Holiday
Fri, Sep 11
11:00 AM
Boulevard of 500 Flags 9/11 Memorial Service
Gazebo behind City Hall
Annual remembrance ceremony at the Boulevard of 500 Flags.
Willowick
Outdoor VenueLakefront concerts with Lake Erie sunsets as the backdrop.
★ Signature: Summer Concerts in the Park
When
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Concert Series
Select Wednesdays, Jun–Aug 2026
6:00–8:00 PM
Summer Concerts in the Park
Lakefront Park · 30525 Lakeshore Blvd
Free annual lakefront concert series sponsored by NOPEC. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music with Lake Erie views.
Fairport Harbor
Outdoor VenueA beach town with year-round festivals — fireworks, reggae, and Mardi Gras on the harbor.
Jan
1
Festival
Thu, Jan 1
12:00 PM
Port Plunge
Fairport Harbor Beach
New Year's Day polar plunge into Lake Erie. Hosted by FHACA.
May
30
Festival
Sat, May 30
Folk and Country Fest
Downtown Fairport Harbor
Spring music festival kicking off the season.
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Fairport Harbor Mardi Gras
Third Street
Five-day village celebration with parade (opening Wednesday), rides, food, beer, entertainment, special days for seniors/veterans/kids, and fireworks at dusk on the final Sunday.
Jul
11
Festival
Sat, Jul 11
Sep
6
Festival
Sun, Sep 6
Oct
17
Festival
Sat, Oct 17
Concord Township
Saturday market and community park events.
When
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Market
Saturdays, Jun–Oct 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Concord Farmers Market
Concord Community Park
Local produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts every Saturday morning through October.
Wickliffe
Family-friendly community gatherings and seasonal festivals.
When
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Festival
Late summer 2026
Wickliffe Community Days
Coulby Park
Annual community festival with rides, food, live entertainment, and fireworks.
Madison
Wine country events and harvest celebrations.
When
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Festival
Mid-June 2026
Madison Strawberry Festival
Downtown Madison
Strawberry treats, parade, crafters, and live music in Madison Village.
When
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Festival
Year-round 2026
Lake County Wine Trail Events
Madison-area wineries
Debonné, Grand River Cellars, and other Lake County wineries host live music, food, and seasonal tastings throughout the year.
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