Spring is an exciting time to visit Shores & Islands Ohio, with a variety of events rejoicing the season, from St. Patrick's Day festivities to Easter celebrations and beyond. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures to enjoy the blossoming landscapes or cozy indoor activities to keep you entertained, March and April offer something for everyone. From lively and family-friendly egg hunts to local celebrations and seasonal attractions, there’s no shortage of things to do. Here’s a roundup of the must-attend events that make these spring months in Shores & Islands Ohio truly unforgettable.
Clover Coop
Daily thru Mar 31, 2025
Mon-Fri 4:00 to 10:00 PM, Sat-Sun 12:00 to 10:00 PM
The Coop at Orchard Farm Stand, Catawba
It's time to get lucky --and we've got the pot of gold! Join us as we celebrate at Clover Coop, a St. Patrick's Day-inspired pop-up bar at Orchard Farm Stand! Grab your pals and join our Leprechauns for a lucky cocktail or Irish brew.
Sandusky Restaurant Week
Wednesday-Wednesday, Mar 5-12, 2025
Various Locations, Sandusky
Indulge in the flavors of the Greater Sandusky region during Sandusky Restaurant Week! Celebrate the area's decadent and diverse culinary scene as local restaurants showcase special menus, exclusive deals, and unforgettable dining experiences. Whether you're craving fine dining, casual bites, or unique flavors, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss this delicious opportunity to support local eateries and discover new favorites!
March Adult Skate Night (21+ ONLY)
Friday, Mar 14, 2025
9:30 PM to 12:00 AM
$10 Per Person
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, Sandusky
St. Patrick’s Day Adult Skate Night at Ghostly Manor Thrill Center! Get your green on and skate the night away at a St. Patrick’s themed Adult Skate night! 21+ ONLY, BYOB (no glass bottles) Lucky vibes and killer music all night long!
Maple Sugaring Day
Saturday, Mar 15, 2025
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Roger Johnson Nature Center, Osborn MetroPark, Huron
Join Erie MetroParks and learn all about the art of maple sugaring. Learn about the tapping process, the history of maple syrup production, and how to identify maple trees. After the tour enjoy some fresh maple syrup, during a FREE hot pancake breakfast. Registration required. Limit 30 per time slot, 6 time slots available.
Curious Naturalist
Thursday, Mar 20, 2025
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Edison Woods MetroPark, Berlin Heights
Embark on an adventure of discovery on the first day of Spring with "Curious Naturalist" Katie. Enjoy a guided stroll through Edison Woods MetroPark, where every step unveils new wonders of the natural world. All ages. Walk ups welcomed, no registration required.
Beethoven's Ninth
Saturday, Mar 22, 2025
7:30 PM
Adult ($35 each) General admission seating. Student ($5 each) for youth and college students only.
Sawmill Creek Resort Convention Center, Huron
Join for a special evening filled with Beethoven's most beloved pieces, including the iconic Symphony No. 9, featuring the famous Ode to Joy. Their talented guest vocalists will deliver beautiful solos, accompanied by the orchestra and chorale, bringing Beethoven's music to life. From the uplifting Hallelujah from Christ on the Mount of Olives to the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3, this performance celebrates Beethoven's timeless legacy and musical genius.
Hello Spring Craft and Vendor Show
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sandusky Mall, Sandusky
Spring is just around the corner! Over 100 vendors (mall-wide) with unique gifts, crafts, decor, sweet treats, and so much more! Stop out to the Sandusky Mall and experience the BIGGEST and BEST craft show in Erie County! FREE and OPEN to the public
Spring Sip & Shop Event
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025
12:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Quarry Hill Winery, Berlin Heights
Join Quarry Hill Winery's Spring Sip and Shop Event at the Winery! Shop local vendors, sip craft cocktail wine drinks, and enjoy your favorite gals! No tickets necessary for entry.
Women Who Roam
Monday, Mar 31, 2025
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
The Coupling MetroPark, Milan
Join Erie MetroParks for 'Women Who Roam,' a welcoming space for women of all ages to explore the outdoors together. These hikes offer a safe and supportive environment, perfect for meaningful conversations as you journey through nature. Connect, unwind, and discover the beauty of the natural world alongside a community of fellow adventurers. Ages 18 yrs. and older. Walk ups welcomed, no registration required.
The Wave at Marblehead Wellness Weekend
Friday-Sunday, Apr 4-6, 2025
The Wave at Marblehead, Marblehead
Join us for a weekend of wellness, relaxation, and fun. We’ve partnered with Spa Catawba to offer you three amazing spa services to choose from. Choose from the Radiance Renew Facial, the Tranquil Escape Massage,or the Serenity Bliss Combo. Rejuvenate during our morning yoga sessions and enjoy organic, 100% non-GMO meals from our waterfront restaurant. Attend dietary workshops led by nutritionist Megan Koplin, relax during a red-light therapy session, enjoy a sound bath meditation class and much more. Reserve your spot today.
Run Walk Brew Rescue
Saturday, Apr 5, 2025
9:00 to 10:30 AM
$30
Bait House Brewery, Sandusky
Join in the fun of the first race of the #RUNDUSKY race series 2025. Deadline to guarantee a T-shirt is 3/25/25. Run or walk, show your support for the Humane Society of Erie County. 5K run/walk downtown Sandusky course, starts and ends at the Bait House Brewery (223 Meigs St.) Well-behaved dogs on a short leash are welcome. Food and drink specials throughout the weekend at Bait House Brewery, Raffle baskets, 50/50
Grow Your Own Bouquet
Thursday, Apr 10, 2025
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
$25
Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Elmore
Want to step outside and cut yourself beautiful bouquets all summer long? In this class, participants will start a variety of flower seeds to get perfect summer bouquets growing! Instructions to transfer seedlings successfully to containers, raised beds, or in-ground gardens will be provided so gardeners with any size gardening space are welcome! Instructor: Becca of River Bend Homestead. Paid participants are welcomed to arrive early and enjoy the gardens at no additional fee.
Easter Eggstravaganza
Friday-Sunday, Apr 11-13, 2025
Lakeside Chautauqua, Marblehead
New in 2025, gather friends and family for an Easter Eggstravaganza in Lakeside. We’re offering family-friendly programming with the Easter bunny, an egg hunt, gardening workshop, puzzle competition, movies and more.
Early Bird
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025
12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
The Village Pump, Kelleys Island
The Pump invented Early Bird Party - Where the Tradition began! Fun, food, games, and prizes! Join us to kickoff the 2025 season! Early bird gets the worm!
Annual Easter Egg & Candy Hunt
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025
2:00 to 4:00 PM
Adolphus Kraemer Park, Oak Harbor
The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt! The event will begin in Adolphus Kraemer Park at the Log Cabin with an Easter Egg Hunt, followed by a candy hunt downtown. The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures at the log cabin as well! This event is free to the public and open to children ages 12 yrs and under.
Through Space & Time
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025
7:30 PM
Adult ($35 each) General admission seating. Student ($5 each) for youth and college students only.
Sawmill Creek Resort Convention Center, Huron
Embark on an otherworldly journey through the vast expanse of space from the comfort of your home planet! NASA Glenn in Cleveland, vocalist Connor Bogart O’Brien, and the orchestra will be joining forces. Stunning videos from outer space (supplied by NASA) will accompany selections including Also sprach Zarathustra (used in 2001, A Space Odyssey), Across the Stars from Attack of the Clones, and Mars from The Planets. Vocal selections include The Impossible Dream, Stars, Rocket Man, and Bring Him Home. The orchestra will also play selections from ET, Star Trek, Apollo 13, and more.
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, Apr 19, 2025
11:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Elmore
The Easter Egg Hunt at Schedel Gardens is a fun time for children and their families that you won't want to miss out on! Then, feel free to stick around and enjoy the beautiful 17 acre garden estate as well as delicious food from Mac & Loaf Grill Food Truck, amazing live music, and drinks. The fun activities for this event also include cookie decorating, face painting, a bouncy house, a baked goods sale and so much more! Separate egg hunting areas will be designated for 3 different age groups between the ages of 1-12. Bring your own basket! This event is free and canned goods are being collected for the Elmore Food Bank.
Hayes Easter Egg Roll
Saturday Apr 19, 2025
12:00 to 2:00 PM
RB Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont
Kids are invited to an afternoon of fun at the annual Hayes Easter Egg Roll, which replicates the White House Easter Egg Roll that Rutherford B. Hayes started when he was president! Kids are asked to bring three hard-boiled, colored eggs to use in the traditional egg games, which will take place on the Hayes Home lawn. These are the same games played at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. Kids ages 3 to 10 yrs can bring a pre-decorated egg to enter in the decorated egg contest. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance and be available to take photos with kids. Activities include a scavenger hunt, story reading, a craft and corn hole toss.
Spring Wine Fling
Saturday, Apr 19, 2025
1:00 PM-7:00 PM
Kelley’s Island Wine Co., Kelleys Island
Spring Wine Fling is The Kelley's Island Wine Co.’s way of welcoming in a great new season! This event features live music, raffles, and lots more. Featuring a forage menu that highlights foods, like the ramp, that make everyone think of spring on Kelleys Island. Come hang in the yard and design your own spring bouquet, at their flower bar! Free with a purchase of a 3 pack, or $5 for a small bouquet. Try all new Cocktails and Sangrias off of their Spring Cocktail menu, with drinks that capture the essence of Spring on the Island!
Vermilion in Bloom Gardeners Fair
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Admission: Donation of your choice to Vermilion in Bloom.
Sailorway Middle School, Vermilion
The Annual Vermilion in Bloom Gardener's Fair, a Vermilion in Bloom event, will bring the sights and smells of spring to Sailorway Middle School. Shop for flowers and plants from local growers, unique planters, garden art, fairy gardens, one-of-a-kind original art, soaps and lotions, and more! This event is organized and directly benefits Vermilion in Bloom.
Earth Day Extravaganza!
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025
11:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Osborn MetroPark, Huron
Join Erie MetroParks in celebrating Earth Day! This is one of Erie MetroParks largest annual events. There will be fun for the whole family, including kids’ crafts, live animals, informative displays, food trucks, retail vendors, and the Ohio Wildlife Youth Art Show! All ages welcome. Event will happen rain or shine.
Vermilion River Watershed 17th Annual Open House and Free Live Wildlife Exhibit
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025
11:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Vermilion-on-the-Lake Clubhouse, Vermilion
Cabin Fever Got you Down? Come and visit with beautiful animals and the gorgeous surrounding nature at Vermilion-on-the-Lake Clubhouse! See birds of prey and watershed wildlife by award-winning Back to the Wild! Food and drink will be available to help defray costs. Have a bite to eat and enjoy Lake Erie views.
Draft Day 5K
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025
10:30 AM
Put-in-Bay
The annual Draft Day 5K will take place on the historic island of Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Whether you prefer to run or walk, make plans to enter one of the races and celebrate the Cleveland Browns! Please register by 1 pm on April 15 to be guaranteed this year’s shirt in your preferred size, after April 15 shirts may be available in a different color/design than what is shown. Shirts may still be available in your preferred size after April 15 as the Browns Backers will order extra shirts in each size but we need to put this disclaimer in as that is when the shirt order is being placed. Your support of this race is greatly appreciated as proceeds from the race will go directly to the Lake Erie Islands Browns Backers for their 2025 charities. This past year the LEIBB donated over $14,000 to local, regional and national foundations and charities. The overall top 3 male and female participants to cross the finish line will receive a special prize. Everyone will receive a Draft Day 5k mug. There will not be age group awards since mugs are being given away to everyone. Virtual racers are welcome. Anyone who plans to participate in the 5K virtually will have until May 31 to enter their times online. If you do not wish to enter your time online that is ok as it is not required.
Whiskey Light
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025
12:00 to 6:00 PM
Round House Bar, Put-in-Bay
Join us at the Round House Bar for the annual Whiskey Light Celebration, a beloved Put-in-Bay tradition marking the start of the island’s vibrant season. This event centers around the iconic moment when the Whiskey Light is lit, symbolizing the awakening of Put-in-Bay’s lively spirit. Enjoy a day filled with music, laughter, and community, highlighted by a performance from Ray Fogg singing his iconic song, “Look For The Whiskey Light.” Whether you’re an island regular or a first-time visitor, this celebration promises a warm welcome and a festive atmosphere that captures the essence of Put-in-Bay.
The Verona String Quartet
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025
3:30 PM
$20, Students admitted free of charge.
Firelands Presbyterian Church, Port Clinton
Musical Arts Series Port Clinton presents The Verona String Quartet (In residency at Oberlin)
