Things to do in Elyria

Elyria is the Lorain County seat west of Cleveland, famous for the twin waterfalls of the Black River at Cascade Metro Park. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Elyria, Ohio.

Thu, Jul 2

Elyria summer concert Trista and Dreamers

Elyria summer concert—live music in the park.

11:30 AM Middle Avenue, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

An afternoon of Live Music with Tom Wang

Afternoon live music with Tom Wang in Elyria—casual outdoor concert.

2:00 PM East Bridge Street, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Sun, Jul 5

Sunday Funday with Mark Violand featuring Paninis Food Truck

Street festival with food trucks and family fun on East Bridge Street in Elyria.

1:00 PM East Bridge Street, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Wed, Jul 8

Family Circle Time

Circle time and stories for babies and toddlers at South Branch Library.

South Branch Library, Elyria

0–4 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 11

Bestie Bargain Yard Sale

Yard sale fun for bargain hunters and treasure seekers.

9:00 AM Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

2026 Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show

Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show in Elyria—vehicles and planes.

8:00 AM Russia Road, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sun, Jul 12

#WeConnect

#WeConnect community gathering in Elyria.

5:00 PM Broad Street, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sun, Jul 12

Sunday Funday with Jim Schafer & Friends featuring Smashby's Food Truck

Sunday street festival with food truck in Elyria—perfect for families.

1:30 PM East Bridge Street, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Mon, Jul 13

2026 VBS | Illumination Station 🌟

Vacation Bible School with the theme 'Illumination Station' in Elyria—crafts and faith fun.

6:00 PM Telegraph Road, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

3–12 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 18

Elyria Summer Concert Series presents TARP!

Free outdoor summer concert series on Middle Avenue in Elyria.

5:30 PM Middle Avenue, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 18

Saturday's Sounds of Summer - TARP

Free summer concert series in Elyria — perfect for a family outdoor evening.

5:30 PM Court Street, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sun, Jul 19

20th Annual NCMFCO All Ford & Mustang Show

Car lovers unite at the 20th annual All Ford & Mustang Show in Elyria.

9:00 AM Abbe Road North, Elyria, OH 44035, United States of America, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Sep 18

Elyria Apple Festival

Apple harvest celebration with seasonal food, crafts & entertainment in Elyria.

Ely Park, Elyria

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 26

8th Annual Fall Craft & Vendor Show

Fall craft and vendor show with local artisans and handmade goods.

Lorain County Community College, Elyria

0–18 yrsIndoor