Serving Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wood Counties
The Hayes Presidential Library & Museums in Fremont is bringing two new bands to its Verandah Concert series this summer – a Polish-American band playing heritage music and American marches and a vocal acoustic group.
The Polish American Concert Band from the Toledo Area and All Strung Out from Fremont are the two new acts coming to Spiegel Grove for the popular Verandah Concert series. They join familiar favorites who have played in the past during the series for a full lineup of diverse genres – from bluegrass to big band tunes.
The concerts take place twice a month on Wednesdays on the verandah of the historic home of 19th U.S. President Rutherford and First Lady Lucy Hayes. Admission is free.
Each event begins with an ice cream social at 6:30 p.m. Donations can be made for the ice cream but are not required. Performances start at 7 p.m.
The 2026 Verandah Concert lineup includes:
Fremont Federal Credit Union sponsors Verandah Concerts.
In the event of inclement weather, concerts may be canceled. For updates, visit rbhayes.org or call 800-998-7737. Updates also will be posted on the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums’ social media pages.
Hayes Presidential is America’s first presidential library and the forerunner of the federal presidential library system. It is partially funded by the state of Ohio and affiliated with the Ohio History Connection. Hayes Presidential is located at Spiegel Grove on Buckland Avenue.
Ongoing:
Throughout June: Freighter Golf, National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Held aboard the historic Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship, this unique experience features five custom putting holes inspired by the five Great Lakes. https://nmgl.org/event/freighter-golf-2026/.
Throughout June: Special Exhibit, “Inside President Hayes’ Library: Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont. rbhayes.org.
Mondays through Oct. 12: Monday Night Cruise-ins, Applebee’s, 3007 Curtice Road., Northwood, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Music by Cruisin Zeake. cruisinzeake.com.
Saturdays through November: Toledo Farmers Market, 525 Market St., Toledo, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. toledofarmersmarket.com.
Through Oct. 15: The Ribbon Roller Skating Trail, Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St. The Ribbon Roller Trail is free to enjoy during park hours with your own roller equipment. This 1,000-foot trail is perfect for roller skating, rollerblading, non-motorized kick scooters, balance bikes, walking, and it’s wheelchair accessible. It is also home to the 32-foot Mercy Health FitPark Climb Rock Wall, open Friday through Sunday through Labor Day. metroparkstoledo.com.
Through Oct. 18: Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes, National Museum of the Great Lakes, Visitors will experience pivotal turning points in Great Lakes history while discovering how science, conservation, and community action continue to influence the lakes’ future.. Included with museum admission. nmgl.org.
Through June 2027: Special Exhibit, “Welcome to the World’s Fair: Philadelphia 1876,” Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont. rbhayes.org.
June
June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30: Stroll the Street, downtown Rossford, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Farm market, food trucks, music, art and dance. www.visitrossfordohio.com/sts.
June 4: Historical Talk: “Sounds of Sandusky County,” with Brennan Willis, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 S. Arch St. 6:30 p.m. Free.
June 4: Darius Rucker, Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way, 7 p.m. ticketmaster.com.
June 4: Authors! with Natasha Lester, Toledo Lucas County Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo, 7 p.m. Lester will discuss her book, “The Chateau on Sunset.” toledolibrary.org.
June 5: Palooza in the Park, Central Park, Northwood, 5:30-10 p.m., live music and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Visit northwoodcommunitycares on Facebook for details.
June 5: Party in the Park | `80s Weekend & Mrs. Roper Night & Lipstick Drive. Toledo Promenade Park, 400 Water St., 6 p.m. Local favorites Call Me Kendra opens for E5C4P3, a Journey tribute band. facebook.com/partyintheparktoledo.
June 5: The McCartney Project at The Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., 7:30 p.m. Experience the music of a legend with America’s premier tribute to Paul McCartney. www.mauneeindoor.com.
June 5-6: Annual Village-Wide Garage Sales, downtown Oak Harbor. 419-898-0479, oakharborohio.net.
June 5-21: “Fiddler on the Roof” – Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St., Toledo. toledorep.org.
June 6: Toledo Humane Society’s Bark in the Park, Blueberry Fields Dog Park, 3364 King Rd., Toledo, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 5K run, 1-Mile Dog Walk, adoptable pets, food, games, and activities for attendees of all ages and their four-legged companions. toledohumane.org.
June 6: Tropica Bonsai Make & Take, Schedel Arboretum & Garden, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $50 – includes all materials. www.schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html.
June 6-7: 53rd Historic Old West End Festival, Toledo’s Historic Old West End, (Robinwood/Bancroft/Collingwood/Monroe). A two-day event celebrating one of the largest historic districts in the country with live music, multiple food markets, a beer garden, house tours, shopping and more, all kicked off with a King Wamba Carnival Parade on Saturday morning. toledooldwestend.com/festival.
June 6: Fremont Speedway Visionquest Night –Hall of Fame Inductions, 901 Rawson Ave. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. www.fremontohspeedway.com.
June 7: Pemberville’s 150th and America’s 250th Celebration, presented by Freedom Unit 183 American Legion Auxiliary. Antique tractor show at 10 a.m., food at the legion hall, vintage baseball game at 1 p.m.
June 7: Toledo Guitar Show, The Stranahan, 4645 Heatherdowns Boulevard, Toledo, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Musical instrument expo and swap meet will feature vendor booths with many instruments to purchase. stranahantheater.com.
June 7: 27th Annual British Return to Fort Meigs, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Fort Meigs Memorial, 29100 W. River Road, Perrysburg. Hosted by the Lake Erie British Car Club. Spectators will see MGs, Triumphs, Jaguars, Austin Healeys, Lotuses, and other British marquee cars dating from the mid-20th century to the present. lebcc.org.
June 9: Sensory Friendly Tuesday at Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Guests are invited to experience a calm and welcoming visit designed for individuals and families seeking a quieter, slow-paced atmosphere. saudervillage.org.
June 9-14: Toledo Mud Hens vs. St. Paul Saints, Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo, times vary. milb.com/toledo.
June 10: Elmore Local Farmers Market, 353 Maple St. 5-8 p.m. Presented by the Elmore Historical Society. New vendors welcome. Call John at 419-341-4683.
June 10: Sandusky County Historic Jail & Dungeon Tour, 622 Croghan St., Fremont, 5:30 p.m. One-hour tour includes the 1892 Sandusky County Jail, the 1840s Dungeon under the county courthouse and the Gallows Exhibition Hall. $5. Tickets at the door or at www.sanduskycounty.org.
June 11: Cruisin’ Nights, 5-8 p.m., downtown Pemberville. Classic cars, food, music, food and drinks and more. Follow Pemberville Independent Merchants Association on Facebook for updates.
June 11: Art Loop: Starburst, International Park, 8 Main St., Toledo, 5-9 p.m. Visit International Cove to see the newest public art installation along the riverfront: ‘Starburst,’ a 15-foot-tall, illuminated sculpture featuring Toledo-themed phrases in more than a dozen languages. Enjoy music, dance, hands-on artmaking and an international vendor fair. theartscommission.org.
June 11: Jam Session with Vern & Friends, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 S. Arch St., Fremont, 6-9 p.m. Free. Bring chairs. 419-332-8696.
June 11-13: Holland Strawberry Festival, Community Homecoming Park, Holland. Food, rides, games, pageants, contests, entertainment, a parade and more.
June 12: Party in the Park | Metroparks Takeover & Hot Air Balloon Glow, Toledo Promenade Park, 400 Water St., 6-9 p.m. Enjoy Madison Avenue Band on the main stage, then stroll along the Glass City Riverwalk to explore new public spaces and a second stage featuring music from Cloe and the Steel Strings. facebook.com/partyintheparktoledo.
June 12: Wine Tasting at the Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, 7-9 p.m. An adults-only event that pairs global wines with unforgettable zoo settings. This month’s event will be held in the Africa! Overlook. toledozoo.org/wine.
June 12-14: Whitehouse Cherry Fest, downtown Whitehouse. Free parking and admission. awchamber.com/cherry-fest.
June 13: Sunrise Yoga with Witchy Vibes, Fremont Community Amphitheater. 209 S. Arch St., 7 a.m. Free. https://www.witchyvibesyoga.com.
June 13: Wellness by the Boat: Tai Chi, National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. This free wellness session invites participants to enjoy a gentle, guided Tai Chi class in the scenic Cliffs Great Lakes Maritime Park beside the Schoonmaker Museum Ship. Led by certified instructor Corey Anderson, RN, BSN. Open to all fitness levels. nmgl.org.
June 13: Spiegel Grove “Mystic Giants” Tree Trou, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 10 a.m. View some of the larger trees at Spiegel Grove, and learn how to determine the age of trees and how trees affect their environment. Get rickets at rbhayes.org.
June 13: Romance-Con Presents Lindsey Kelk and Julie Soto, Toledo Lucas County Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Guests will enjoy live author discussions, audience Q&A sessions. toledolibrary.org.
June 13: River Crossing Outdoor Expo, Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St., Toledo, 12-4 p.m. Visitors can walk, bike, roll and explore freely across the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge – which will be car-free – while enjoying a wide range of hands-on activities taking place along the Glass City Riverwalk, on both riverbanks and on the water. metroparkstoledo.com
June 13: TECHLEDO, Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St., Toledo, 3-11 p.m. An immersive electronic music festival. techledo.live/
June 13: Rockwood Drive in Concert, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 S. Arch St., Fremont, 7 p.m. Free. Bring chairs. 419-332-8696.
June 13-14: Sensory Friendly Weekend at National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo. Held on the second Saturday and Sunday of every month, this dedicated experience takes place an hour before the museum opens. Created especially for individuals with sensory sensitivities, this designated time offers a more immersive and comfortable visit. nmgl.org.
June 13-14: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. sanduskycountyfair.com.
June 14: Sauder Village’s 50th Birthday, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. This special, village-wide event honors five decades of growth with a day full of activities, nostalgia, and family fun. In celebration of the milestone, admission to the Historic Village is $3—the same price as opening year in 1976. saudervillage.org.
June 14: Spiegel Grove Squires Celebrity All Stars Base Ball Game, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, 1 p.m. Free. rbhayes.org.
June 14: 500 Sprint Car Tour, Toledo Speedway, 5639 Benore Rd., 3-6 p.m. Featuring the Vores Compact Touring Series, Kenyon Midgets and Factory Stocks, this Father’s Day special offers fast laps, close finishes and family-friendly excitement. toledospeedway.com.
June 14: Dana Dorsey & The Blue Notes, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 S. Arch St., 7 p.m. fremontohio.gov.
June 16-21: “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical,” The Stranahan, 4645 Heatherdowns Boulevard, Toledo. The uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/a-beautiful-noise/.
June 17-20: Farm Week, Sauder Village, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore life on the farm; learn about crop farming, animal husbandry and more. saudervillage.org.
June 18: Historical Talk: John C. Fremont with Mike Gilbert, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 S. Arch St., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 419-332-8696.
June 18: Authors! with Ruta Sepetys, Toledo Lucas County Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 7-8 p.m. The acclaimed historical fiction author will discuss her latest novel, “A Fortune of Sand.” toledolibrary.org.
June 19: Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run, Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St., Toledo, 5:30-8 p.m. Organized by The Toledo Roadrunners Club. runsignup.com.
June 19: Party in the Park | Motown Night with Special Guest Emcee Tracy the Rarebreed, Toledo Promenade Park, 400 Water St., 6-9 p.m. Featuring Hollywood Connection, Motown Sounds. facebook.com/partyintheparktoledo.
June 20: 21st Anniversary of the Downtown Farmers Market & Car Show, Front Street, Fremont, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission, 70+ vendors and hundreds of vehicles. 419-332-8696.
June 20: Antique Tractor Show, Sauder Village, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Get an up-close look at the machines that make farming possible. saudervillage.org.
June 20: Toledo Night Market, Toledo Farmers’ Market, 525 Market St., 6-10:30 p.m. Open-air twilight market features more than 85 artisans and small businesses. toledonightmarket.com.
June 20-21: Crossbow to Cartridge, Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. Behold the great revolution in military technology, the adoption of gunpowder. A living history event for the 15th-17th centuries. fortmeigs.org.
June 21: Father’s Day Celebration & BBQ, Toledo Zoo. 2 Hippo Way. BBQ will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Advance reservations required. www.toledozoo.org/events/fathers-day.
June 23: Reading from the President’s Library Book Club, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 2-3 p.m. Free. rbhayes.org.
June 24: Presidential History Book Club, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 12-1 p.m., in person and virtually via Zoom. Continuation of the May discussion on “The Last King of America.” rbhayes.org.
June 24-27: Gibsonburg Homecoming Festival, Williams Park Playground & Quarry. Hosted by the Gibsonburg Volunteer Fire Department, the festival will include food, rides, music and more. gibsonburgohio.org.
June 24: Paddle and Groove, Middle Grounds Metropark, 111 Ottawa, Toledo, 6-7:30 p.m. This unique concert series invites participants to paddle alongside live music performances as a band cruises down the river aboard a pontoon boat. Featuring Handmade Moments – A New Orleans-based duo. blackswamp.org.
June 25: Authors! with Lindy Ryan, Toledo Lucas County Main Library, 325 N. Michigan. The author and anthologist will discuss her latest slasher, “Dollface.” toledolibrary.org.
June 25-27: Village Wide Garage Sales, Gibsonburg. gibsonburgohio.org.
June 26: Party in the Park | Country Night, Toledo Promenade Park, 400 Water St., 6-9 p.m. Featuring the Muddy Maumee River Band, Nashville Crush. facebook.com/partyintheparktoledo.
June 26-27: 1862: Live, Harbor View Historical Society, 2083 Autokee St., Oregon. Featuring Battery H, 1st Ohio Artillery Civil War Historical Encampment. Hourly cannon display.
June 27: GroveFest, Nature at the Grove, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy hands-on activities, crafts, demonstrations and more. rbhayes.org.
June 27: Zen at the Zoo, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, 8:30-10 a.m. Unwind and recharge with either an hour-long yoga session or Pure Barre class. Classes are followed by an exclusive Zoo experience. After practice, refuel with protein-packed bites, energizing refreshments, and—if you’re 21 or older—a meditative mimosa to sip and savor. toledozoo.org.
June 27: Juniper Bonsai Make & Take, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $50 – includes all materials. www.schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html.
June 27: Fremont Speedway Willies Sales & Service Night – Night of 75 Stars, 901 Rawson Ave. Doors open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. www.fremontohspeedway.com.
June 28: Elmore Portage River Festival, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Depot Park, presented by Elmore Historical Society. Entertainment, vendors, hands-on exhibits, car show, bicycle tour, food trucks and more. facebook.com/ElmoreHistoricalSociety. harborviewhistoricalsociety.org.
June 30: Paddle at Toussaint Creek Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor, 9-10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 1-3 p.m. Join H2Ohio for this beginner-friendly program. Free. Meet in the parking lot off SR 19. 419-967-3777/
June 30: Cruise-in Car Show, 5-8 p.m., downtown Genoa. Featuring music by DJ Cruisin Zeake. Cash prizes and gas cards awarded. genoachamber.org.
June 30: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Iowa Cubs, Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo, 12:05 p.m. milb.com/toledo.
For more events, be sure to visit presspublications.com, visittoledo.org, shoresandislands.com or sanduskycounty.org. Submit event information to twalro@presspublications.com.
