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Stay informed about all of the latest community events and holidays!

Upcoming Events

Thursday Night Thrillers (TNT)

24 Jul 2025 Thursday Night Thrillers (TNT) is more than just a basketball program—it's a transformative experience designed to uplift and empower youth in our community. Launched in 2021, TNT operates during times when youth violence is most prevalent, providing a safe haven for middle school and high school boys and girls to come together and pursue their passion for basketball in a structured environment.

John Bishop Park, Etna Rd., Whitehall, OH 43213

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Sports & Recreation

Whitehall Food Truck & Fun Fest

26 Jul 2025 Get ready for a full day of flavor, fun, and family entertainment at the Whitehall Food Truck & Fun Fest! Join us in the heart of Whitehall for our annual summer celebration featuring dozens of the region’s best food trucks, live music, kids’ activities, and more. Whether you're a foodie, a family looking for weekend fun, or someone who loves a good time, this event has something for everyone.

John Bishop Park, Etna Rd., Whitehall, OH 43213

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & Festivals, Family, Kids & Youth, Food & Drink

Ohio Ghana Festival

01 Aug 2025 OHIO GHANAFEST will stand as a unique festival of multi-national flavor, named after Ghana but open to all (much in the same way its namesake country opens its doors to all, with its warm Akwaaba greetings of welcome and the proverbial Ghanaian hospitality); it will be a world-class festival that will enhance and expand economic activities, facilitate cultural education exchange between countries

LICI Community Center, 4300 Kimberly Parkway, Columbus, OH 

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & Festivals

Notes

  • Holy days usually begin at sundown the day before this date.
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  • Events in black are United States federal holidays.
  • Events in orange are the most important holy dates for religions.
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