Local

7 things to do this weekend in Mahoning, Trumbull counties

By Kelcey Norris Mahoning Matters

September 15, 2023 4:00 AM

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Here are our top picks for events in Mahoning and Trumbull counties open to the public.

Pay tribute to the Foo(z) Fighters

One of the most sought-after Foo Fighters tribute bands will be performing in Trumbull County, and fans of the band won’t want to miss it.

Acclaimed tribute band, Fooz Fighters, take the stage at 8 p.m. at Robins Theatre in Dave Grohl’s hometown of Warren.

Tickets start at $15. Follow the band on Facebook for more information.

Find something new at treasures of the trunk

You know what they say -- one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.

The Poland Lions Club treasures of the trunk sale starts at 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Poland.

Watch the YSU Penguins football team take on Robert Morris

Head to Stambaugh Stadium at 2 p.m. Saturday to watch the Youngstown State University football team play the Robert Morris Colonials.

The Penguins (1-1) are coming off a 35-7 loss at Ohio State last Saturday afternoon.

If you can’t make it to the game, tune in live on ESPN+, WKBN 570 AM and iHeartRadio.

Mercy Health’s Fuel the Fight Car Show

At the yearly Fuel the Fight car show this Saturday, families can check out hundreds of collector cars and trucks on display from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Ice House Inn in Austintown.

The event is presented by Mercy Health and Man Up Mahoning Valley, meant to raise awareness for prostate cancer and provide free screenings on site.

Their goal is to drive prostate cancer out of the Mahoning Valley. Learn more on the Man Up Mahoning Valley Facebook page.

Celebrate Oktoberfest on the Square

Help support the Trumbull County Historical Society’s largest fundraiser of the year, Oktoberfest on the Square Saturday at 4 - 8 p.m. in Warren.

Head out to the Trumbull County Courthouse for Oktoberfest on the Square and enjoy music by the Youngstown Saxon Brass Band, as well as other activities for all ages.

Tickets are on sale online starting at $15, which will include two drink tokens and a German-inspired cuisine. Children under the age of 12 get in for free.

Learn something new at Silly Science Sunday

This Sunday, there’s no price to get into a street festival focused on hands-on, interactive STEM displays, exhibits and stage shows.

The OH WOW! Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology hosts Silly Science Sunday at 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. in downtown Youngstown, and there’s no registration necessary.

Participating businesses and vendors include Sharon Robotics, PLYMC, BRITE, City Machine Technologies Inc., First Robotics and many more.

Learn more at the OH WOW! website.

Support friends at DSAV Annual Buddy Walk

This Sunday, you can show support for local residents and friends with Down Syndrome by participating in the annual Buddy Walk.

Gates open at 11:45 a.m. for the Down Syndrome Association of the Valley’s annual Buddy Walk at 1 p.m. at Eastwood Field in Niles.

There’s a $15 fee to join the walk; individuals with Down Syndrome can participate for free but will still need to register to receive their event T-shirt, Buddy Medal and Buddy Bag.

Interested participants can register at the event at Eastwood Field. There will also be family-friendly activities and performances by Disney princesses, local cheer teams and dance squads.