There's always plenty to do in Ohio over the weekend, but Spectrum News 1 gathered some of the highlights around each major metropolitan area across the state.
Here's some of this weekend's events:
Cleveland
13th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Festival and Parade
- When and where: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 1 at the Slovenian National Home located at 6409 Saint Clair Avenue
- Cost: Free admission
- Info: Celebrate the annual event with a parade at noon, events for children, bands and more
- When and where: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. March 1 and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 2
- Cost: Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for kids age 7-12 and seniors over 62
- Info: This is your last weekend to check out the Cleveland Auto show in Cleveland, inlcuding the grand finale at 4 p.m. March 2
Columbus
- When and where: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 1 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 2 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, located at 400 N. High St.
- Cost: Prices vary, see website for details
- Info: Fitness enthusiasts, get excited. The Arnold Expo is returning for 2025 featuring competitions, merchandise, nutrition and more
- When and where: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 2 at 3300 Refugee Road in Columbus
- Cost: Admission is $5 but kids 10 and younger are free
- Info: This event features reptiles for sale as well as plenty of supplies
Cincinnati
- When and where: Feb. 24 - March 2
- Info: Check out the last couple days of Chili Week in Cincinnati, featuring deals on the dish ranging from $5 to $7
- When and where: 2 and 7:30 p.m. March 1 and 1 p.m. March 2 at the Cincinnati Music Hall, located at 1241 Elm St.
- Cost: Prices vary, see website for details
- Info: The yellow-brick road, the ruby slippers. You know the story, but this is your chance to see the performance live on stage, with the last show on March 2
Dayton
- When and where: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 2 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 3 at the Greene County Expo Center, located at 120 Fairground Road
- Cost: Admission at the door is $4
- Info: Check out dealers, collectors, crafters and more with items relating to those that could be found before 1890
- When and where: March 1-3 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force (times vary, see website for details)
- Info: Check out flight races on a small scale. You'll see the race in person and on a screen showing the view of the drone. If you can't make it, you can always check it out live on YouTube on the Cincinnati Quad Racers channel
Toledo
- When and where: March 1 at Glass City Center, located at 401 Jefferson Ave. in Toledo (times vary depending on tickets purchased)
- Info: Check out various wine vendors, other types of vendors, food and more. You even have the chance to register for a workshop while enjoying the wine
- When and where: Noon to 5 p.m. March 2 at Glass City Center, located at 401 Jefferson Ave. in Toledo
- Cost: General admission is $5, early bird is $10 and free gor kids younger than 12
- Info: Whether you're looking to find vintage clothes, homedecor, toys or something else, you'll likely find something of interest at this event
