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1) Cuyahoga Falls

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season in Cuyahoga Falls. Enjoy shopping, dining and ice skating in our historic downtown with views of the Cuyahoga River. For winter adventurers, explore the outdoors and take in the beautiful winter scenery in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Summit Metro Parks. cityofcf.com

2) Akron Zoo

The fun continues at the Akron Zoo after the summer! Dress up your ghosts and goblins to trick–or–treat during Boo at the Zoo on Oct. 14–15, 21–22 and 28–29. Get into the spirit with our holiday lighting event, Wild Lights, running Nov. 24-Dec. 29. Spend a simple day at the zoo to enjoy the cooler temperatures and animals. Whatever your preference, the Akron Zoo is worth your wild! akronzoo.org | 330-375-2550

3) Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

Tour the historic manor house, and enjoy the gardens through fall, then return for Deck the Hall! Through Nov. 22, open Tues-Sun, 10 a.m-6 p.m., last entry 4 p.m. From Nov. 24–Dec. 30, open select dates for Deck the Hall, 3-8 p.m. Closed Dec. 31–March 31, 2024. stanhywet.org | 330-836-5533

4) Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Make Cuyahoga Valley National Park your front porch with a stay at the historic Stanford House. Let breathtaking scenery and nearby Brandywine Falls complement your relaxing visit. Plan your getaway to the park today!

forcvnp.org/stanfordhouse

330-657-2909 ext. 130

5) Hale Farm & Village

An outdoor living history museum of the Western Reserve Historical Society creates immersive opportunities to explore the Hale family story. Take a walk through our historic grounds and buildings, meet heritage breed farm animals and get hands-on with historic demonstrations! Hours of operation: (June–Oct.) Wed.–Sun., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. wrhs.org/plan-your-visit/hale-farm

6) Visit Downtown Akron

The holidays are when downtown Akron really shines — with atmosphere, art, shows, food, shopping and festive activities for everyone. Whether you’re seeking family fun, a romantic night out, exciting live music with friends or an autumn afternoon shopping for treasures from local artisans, let Downtown Akron Partnership be your guide to everything our neighborhood has to offer. Visit downtownakron.com/guides for an ongoing collection of downtown guides for every taste and need.

OCT 8

Applebutter Fest

Since 1977, this fruit-focused festival has delivered historical re-enactments, handmade crafts, live music, food and apple butter. Visitors can also expect a classic car show, a military encampment, a farm area and children’s activi- decorating contest and tours of the Marblehead Lighthouse and the Wolcott Keeper’s House. Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, 110 Lighthouse Dr., Marblehead, lakesideohio.com. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.

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Ave., Toledo, 419/246-8000. artstoledo.com. 8 p.m. Visit website for prices.

OCT 17

Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert

Watch this Academy Award-winning film come to life during this one-of-a-kind event. The concert features a showing of the film accompanied by an on-stage band playing the recordTheater, 4645 419/381-8851. $30–$145.

Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories, this musical springs to life with a powerhouse team led by two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer for Performing Findlay, 419/423$59–$129.

See this classic’s first live movie-to-concert experience. Enjoy a digitally remastered version on a full-size cinema screen accompanied by live musicians performing the iconic soundtrack. Heatherdowns Blvd., stranahantheater.com.

Festival

Get into the spirits of spooky season with this festival featuring a wide variety of vendors, food, live entertainment, inflatables and contests. Chillicothe, chillicothehalloweenfestival.com. Fri. 11 p.m., Sun. prices.

Harvest Festival

Enjoy this fall harvest event featuring herbs and herbal products from approximately 150 crafters and artisans. Visitors can also expect

330-877-9353 classes, entertainment and, of course, fresh food. There’s even a pumpkin cannon. 817 Tater Ridge Rd., West Union, 937/544-8252. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free.

OCT 14

Chillicothe Oktoberfest

OCT 17

Styx

Styx draws from over four decades of barnburning chart hits, joyous singalongs and harddriving deep cuts. Peoples Bank Theatre, 222 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/371-5152. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 8 p.m. $98–$329.

OCT 19

Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin

Enjoy the harmonious sounds of country and folk artist Mary Chapin Carpenter and singer-songwriter Shawn Colvin as they perform live in Marietta’s historic downtown theater. Peoples Bank Theatre, 222 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/3730894. peoplesbanktheatre.com. Tues.–Thurs. 8–10 p.m. $53–129.

OCT 21

Rocking to Raise the

Roof

Join a lively crowd at this event hosting three bands, a 50/50 drawing and a vote for the “People’s Choice Award.” Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 740/772-2041. majesticchillicothe.net. 7:30–11 p.m. $15–25.

OCT 30

Lyle Lovett & Leo Kottke: In Conversation and Song

The two renowned musicians join together for an interesting and intimate show of acoustic music that highlights their craft. Peoples Bank Theatre, 222 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/371-5152. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 8 p.m. $98–$329.

Dance the night away, and enjoy some traditional German fare and beer. Try your luck at beer chugging, yodeling or stein-holding contests, and come dressed in your best German garb. Downtown Chillicothe, 25 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 740/701-4037. downtownchillicothe. com. 5–10 p.m. $3–$5.

OCT 20–22

Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival

Stir up some fun at this festival featuring live entertainment, arts, craft and food vendors, kids activities, boat rides on the canal and living history tours. Historic Roscoe Village, 600 N. Whitewoman St., Coshocton, 740/622-4877. visitcoshocton.com/events. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Online presale $5, at the gate $8, kids 12 and under free.

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OCT 5–28

The Frankenstein Experience at Haunted Mountain

Prepare for a night of fun and frights as Frankenstein takes over Haunted Mountain with a special nightly performance on the stage. Test your skills in the mad lab escape room, and try to survive Dr. Franks Haunted Trail. Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheater, 5968 Marietta Rd., Chillicothe, 740/775-0700. hauntedmountain. org. 5:30–11:30 p.m. $20–$45.