This page features short descriptions and links to all of Lakewood’s major recurring events, festivals, and celebrations.
For information on other events hosted by LakewoodAlive including the Front Porch Concert Series, Lakewood Summer Meltdown, the Spooky Pooch Parade, and Light Up Lakewood, please visit the LakewoodAlive website.
The Lakewood Early Childhood PTA and the City of Lakewood's Public Works Department join forces to host Meet The Trucks. This annual event is designed for kids and families to get an up-close view of vehicles used by Police, Fire, Public Works, and other area organizations.
A weekly series of family-friendly movies shown Friday evenings at the Lakewood Park Bandstand. The Series run from June through September.
Head to the Lakewood Park Bandstand on select Sunday evenings throughout the summer for concerts from local musical acts including tributes and musicians of many styles.
Our annual celebration of the longest day of the year. The event takes place at Lakewood Park and features live music, activities, food trucks, and a front-row seat to the best sunset in Northeast Ohio.
Lakewood is the best location in all of Northeast Ohio for Fourth of July festivities. We kick off the day with a parade down Lake Ave., then celebrate in the evening with a concert at Lakewood Park from The Lakewood Project and a firework show.
The Lakewood Community Festival is an annual celebration of the city’s diverse cultural heritage and strong sense of community. This family-friendly event brings together local churches, organizations, and community groups to share traditions, showcase creative talents, and highlight the many cultures that shape Lakewood.
The Lakewood Arts Festival is a juried exhibition of all media in fine arts & crafts featuring 165 artists curated from across the country. The festival also features live music and booths operated by local not-for-profit organizations offering food, beverages, products, and activities for children.
Each year on November 11, Lakewood comes together at the Veterans Memorial at Lakewood Park to honor veterans from the country's armed forces.
