The City of Youngstown is preparing for a vibrant weekend of events that honor its history, creative spirit and entertainment scene.
A Toast to Tradition
Penguin City Brewing Company will host “Happy Birthday Youngstown!” at 5 p.m. Friday, June 27 in collaboration with the Mahoning Valley Historical Society and Youngstown CityScape.
The event celebrates the city with a community gathering, marking an important moment in Youngstown’s cultural history. As part of the celebration, Penguin City will unveil Renner Old Bavaria, a revival of a classic brew from Youngstown’s oldest brewery, Renner Brewing, in a new partnership with the Renner family.
An Artistic Tribute
Also that evening, Students Motivated by the Arts (SMARTS) will host a fundraiser in honor of the legacy of Joy White, a past SMARTS Circle member. At the Ohio One Building, 25 E. Boardman St., the celebration invites guests to enjoy an evening of live music, art demonstrations and an auction of original works by local regional artists.
The evening begins with a VIP Preview Party from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. that includes hors d’oeuvres, live performances, exclusive early bidding access and the chance to meet the artists behind the works on display. The main event runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Tickets are $55 for the VIP experience and $30 for general admission, with proceeds supporting SMARTS. More information and ticket purchases are available atsmartsartschool.org/jos25.
Live and Loud
The celebration doesn’t stop there. On Saturday, June 28, music lovers can take a nostalgic trip back to the ‘80s as the I Want My 80s Tour arrives at The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, 201 S. Phelps St.
Headlined by legendary rocker Rick Springfield and featuring performances by John Waite, Wang Chung and Paul Young, the concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $45 to $135 and are available atTicketmaster.comand the Southwoods Health Box Office.
Movie Magic
Capping off the weekend on a family-friendly note, the Youngstown Summer Movie Series returns to Wean Park on Monday, June 30, with a free screening of Iron Man (2008) at 9 p.m. People are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs. In case of rain, the screening will take place the following evening at the same time.