Every weekend across Trumbull and Mahoning Counties, the valley comes alive with parades, races, fall farm fun, and community gatherings. This weekend trades a rainy Friday for a clear, cool Saturday and Sunday, so here is what is actually happening in Northeast Ohio from October 16 through 18, 2026, organized by category so you can plan a family day out or a slow fall Saturday. Dates and details change, so confirm with each organizer before you head out.
Plan around the weather
The National Weather Service forecast for Youngstown and Warren calls for showers on Friday, with a high near 69 before temperatures fall through the afternoon. Saturday turns mostly sunny and much cooler, with a high near 52, and patchy frost is possible overnight. Sunday is sunny with a high near 61.
In practice, Friday is a good day for indoor stops, while Saturday and Sunday are great for time outdoors if you layer up. Most events below run rain or shine, so a jacket and a plan for showers will cover you either way.
Family
Canfield Haunted House and Hayride
Canfield Fairgrounds, 7265 Columbiana Canfield Rd, Canfield
The fairgrounds' spooky season staple is open all three nights this weekend through November 1. Haunted house and hayride combo tickets run $25.
Event detailsWhite House Fruit Farm Fall Harvest Weekends
White House Fruit Farm, 9249 State Rt 62, Canfield
Pumpkins, apples, wagon rides, live music, and the Farmville Fun play area, running every weekend through October 25. Child entry for the play area is $10 for ages 2 to 15.
Event detailsTy's Pumpkin Walk
Angiuli's Farm Market, 9600 Columbiana Canfield Rd, Canfield
A free, illuminated evening walk through carved jack-o'-lanterns at the greenhouses, open Thursday through Sunday through October 25.
Event detailsArts & Culture
Butler Institute of American Art
Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave, Youngstown
American art is always free at the Butler, open Saturday and Sunday this weekend. A warm indoor stop for a cool afternoon.
Event detailsOutdoor & Community
YSU Homecoming Parade
Downtown Youngstown
The YSU homecoming parade steps off downtown Saturday afternoon, a free, family-friendly way to enjoy a mostly sunny day.
Event details52nd Youngstown Peace Race
Downtown Youngstown
The valley's long-running Peace Race returns with a 25K, 11K, and 2-mile run plus a kids fun run, on a crisp, sunny Sunday morning.
Event detailsWarren Flea & Farmers Market
428 Main Ave SW, Warren
A Saturday staple in downtown Warren with vendors, produce, and local goods through the season.
Event detailsNightmare in Niles
Eastwood Mall Complex, 5185 Youngstown-Warren Rd, Niles
Haunted attractions including the Barn of Evil and Gore Reformatory at the Eastwood Mall Complex, running through October 31.
Event detailsSources & further reading
- White House Fruit Farm Fall Harvest Weekends (official site)
- Canfield Haunted House and Hayride, Canfield Fairgrounds
- YSU Homecoming Parade, City of Youngstown events
- 52nd Youngstown Peace Race (official site)
- Butler Institute of American Art, Plan Your Visit
- Regional farmers markets in Youngstown-Warren, Metro Monthly
- Nightmare in Niles tickets and schedule, Eastwood Mall
- Ty's Pumpkin Walk, WKBN fall events roundup
- NWS Cleveland 7-day forecast, Youngstown OH
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