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Free and Cheap Activities Around Youngstown this Summer!

Keep the kids busy this summer with these fun activities!

By Kara Guillard, Macaroni Kid Youngstown June 22, 2023

Looking for a way to keep kids from saying "I'm bored!" this summer without spending a lot of money? Check out some of these local activities!



Kids Bowl Free

I was a little unsure about this program when I first signed my daughter up for it, but take my word for it, it's exactly what it says! Every day you get a 'coupon' for two free games for your child, the only cost to you is shoe rentals! The best part? Discounted family passes are also available so you can bowl with your children all summer long as well! (You can also buy a pass to get shoes all summer too!) This program runs from now until


Kids Skate Free

This program is just like Kids Bowl Free but for skating rinks! 


Regal Movie Express

Watch popular kids' movies for only $2!


Ford Nature Center

Recently renovated, the Ford Nature Center has an interactive indoor kids play area located in the lower level. There is also a bird watching area, a trail and more! The Ford Nature Center is free to visit!


Fellows Riverside Garden

If you haven't visited the Fellows Riverside Garden I can not recommend it enough! Enjoy a beautiful stroll through the gardens (maybe play a game of Ispy with your kids!) Keep an eye out for a future Children's Garden! The Gardens are free to visit!

 

Youngstown Summer Movie Series

Free movies at Wean Park on Monday nights through the summer! 


Movies at Firestone Farms

Firestone Farms has free movies on select Friday Nights at 1pm and 7pm!


Beat the Heat

Meet, greet and enjoy a sweet ice cream treat with your favorite princesses at the Southern Park mall! $5 per child.


Hang and Game

Hang out and game with some favorite characters at the Southern Park Mall! $5 per child.


The Public Libraries of Youngstown and Mahoning County

Find free events and activities for everyone in your family at the library! There is always something going on with their extensive list of events and so much more! If you haven't been to the Library lately, you haven't been to the library!

 

Farmer's Market at Austintown Park

Taking place on select on Saturdays through the summer, the Austintown Farmer's Market has something for the whole family! Previous markets included a craft, bounce house, story times and more!


Splash Pads

Looking to cool off? Check out these splash pads and pools in this area!


Local Parks

We have so many parks in this area! Why not spend the summer finding your favorite?


Storybook Trail

Boardman Park has a beautiful trail you can walk with your kids and while you're walking you can enjoy a story! Set up all along the paths are pages from a storybook!


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