Strongsville Homecoming & Parma Ukrainian Festival (July 30-August 3)

Hey friends! The final week of July is here and it is absolutely packed. We have the return of a beloved hometown tradition, a celebration of Ukrainian culture, and so much more.

Strongsville Homecoming Festival When: Thursday, July 30 through Saturday, August 1 Where: City Commons, corner of Pearl and Royalton Roads, Strongsville The 84th year of this tradition. Carnival rides, games, food vendors, live music every night, and fireworks that light up the whole valley. Midway opens at 3 PM, all-day ride passes are $30, admission is free.

Pokrova Ukrainian Festival When: Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2 Where: Pokrova Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church, 6812 Broadview Road, Parma Homemade pierogies, stuffed cabbage, borscht, and incredible baked goods. Live music and traditional dance performances. Friday 6-11 PM, Saturday 2-11 PM, Sunday noon-9 PM. The Friday evening crowd has a special energy.

Concerts Over the Valley When: Friday, July 31, gates 6 PM, music 7 PM Where: Mapleside Farms, Brunswick Friday night concert on the Sunset Stage with food trucks and that golden hour valley view.

Medina Square Farmers Market When: Saturday, August 1, 9 AM-1 PM Where: Public Square, Medina Over 70 vendors with peak-season produce, artisan cheeses, fresh flowers, and locally baked bread.

Strongsville Homecoming Fireworks When: Saturday, August 1, after dark Where: City Commons, Strongsville Family day with special kids activities, then fireworks to close out the festival.

Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market When: Saturday, August 1, 9 AM-noon Where: Howe Meadow Seventy local farmers and food producers.

Hinckley Reservation Whipp's Ledges are stunning this time of year. Perfect for a quiet Sunday afternoon hike.

Whichever way you spend it, this is what summer in Northeast Ohio is all about.