42nd Annual Medina County Arts Week Festival
Celebrating Creativity and Community
Dates: July 13th – 20th, 2025
Location: Various venues across Medina County, OH
2025 Arts Week Schedule
Sunday 7/13/2025
Free & open to the public with small prizes for completed scavenger hunts & small craft for kids. Discover hidden architectural gems, get photo tips, and capture the charm of downtown Medina. Great for all ages and skill levels! Bring your camera, your curiosity, and a love for the details that make our community beautiful. Join PotP for a fun and educational photography scavenger hunt around Historic Medina Square! Led by local photography enthusiasts, this event will guide participants through some of the most striking architectural highlights of the square. Whether you're using a smartphone or a DSLR, you'll get hands-on tips for capturing Medina’s historic charm—from framing and lighting to composition techniques.
Free concert with a repertoire of period pieces by Reinhardt, George Gershwin and Fats Waller, as well as more contemporary pop tunes by artists such as the Beatles, performed in 30s “hot jazz” style.
Seating at programs is on a first come first served basis. For more information call ORAMCO at 419-853-6016.
2pm - 3pm: Music at The Lodge: Circle of Friends | Friends of Medina County Parks - Allerdale Park
Free concert from Circle of Friends, a group that loves to share positive energy and joy with its rock/folk-inspired music performed on acoustic guitar, stand-up bass, percussion, and keyboard. The group's original and cover songs weave together a tapestry of melodies that inspire and uplift one's spirit. Bring your own chair or blanket to enjoy this concert on the lawn. (In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors)
5:00pm: Rising Star Jr. Performance - Jungle Book Kids | Medina Centre Dance Art - Medina Square
Step into the jungle with this delightful adaptation of Disney’s The Jungle Book! Featuring beloved songs like “The Bare Necessities” and “I Wanna Be Like You”, these young performers will transport into the exciting world of Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, and the mischievous monkeys. Bring your blankets and chairs for a free performance.
7:00pm: Rising Star Performance - Moana Jr | Medina Centre Dance Art - Medina Square
Featuring unforgettable songs like "How Far I’ll Go" and "You’re Welcome", performers will delight you in the heartwarming story of courage, self-discovery, and the power of community.
Bring your blankets and chairs for a free performance.
Monday 7/14/2025
10am - 8pm: Chalk the Walk | Medina County District Library - Seville location
Stop in between 7/14 & 7/19 to create beautiful designs right outside library doors!
1:30pm - 2:30pm: Winter in July - Icicle Ornaments | Medina County District Library - Lodi location (registration is required)
4pm - 6pm: Felted Bookworms Workshop | MCAC at Buckeye Library (registration is required)
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Jr Artist Club | Wadsworth Public Library (registration is required)
Get a little twisted up with pipe cleaners. You can bend them, shape and curl them into the sculpture of your choice! Ages 5-12yrs
Tuesday 7/15/2025
10am - 8pm: Chalk the Walk | Medina County District Library - Seville location
Stop in between 7/14 & 7/19 to create beautiful designs right outside library doors!
10am - 11am: Stories & More: Black & White | Wadsworth Public Library (ages birth to 5 yrs)
12pm - 3pm: Community Art on the Square
A variety of activities (community art project w/ Erin Kraly, music, take & make) hosted by MCAC
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Author Visit with Lori Zoss | Medina County District Library- Buckeye location (registration is required)
6:00pm - 6:45pm: Performance by Brooke Tournoux | Medina Square Gazebo - all ages
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic for a FREE performance by local artist featuring rhythmic and melodic sound
7pm - 7:45pm: Performance by Van Arlo | Medina Square Gazebo - all ages
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic for a FREE performance by Van Arlo, a musical project led by singer-songwriter Ben Marthey, blending heartfelt lyrics with thoughtful melodies
7:00pm: Lodi Music Student Recital | Lodi Music - Lodi Central Park
Wednesday 7/16/2025
8:30am - 11:45am: Kids Art Camp | Access the Arts - UCC Church (registration is required)
10am - 8pm: Chalk the Walk | Medina County District Library - Seville location
Stop in between 7/14 & 7/19 to create beautiful designs right outside library doors!
10:30am - 11am: Drop-In Storytime | Medina County District Library - Seville location
10:30am - 11am: Drop-In Family Storytime | Medina County District Library - Buckeye location
11:00am - 12pm: Color Our World - Art Party! (AM session) | Wadsworth Public Library (registration is required)
Step by step painting, create fun self-portraits, play some art inspired games and much more - ages 5-12
1pm - 2pm: Color Our World - Art Party! (afternoon session) | Wadsworth Public Library (registration is required)
Step by step painting, create fun self-portraits, play some art inspired games and much more - ages 5-12
6pm - 6:30pm: Drop-In Storytime | Medina County District Library - Medina location
6pm - 7pm: DIY Tote Bag | Medina County District Library - Medina location, Room A (registration is required)
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Color Our World - Art Party! (PM session) | Wadsworth Public Library (registration is required)
Step by step painting, create fun self-portraits, play some art inspired games and much more - ages 5-12
7-8:30pm: Parsons and Polk | Medina Square Gazebo - all ages
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic for a FREE performance by popular Medina County duet to perform some Lake Erie islands good time music
Thursday 7/17/2025
8:30am - 11:45am: Kids Art Camp | Access the Arts - UCC Church (registration is required)
10am - 8pm: Chalk the Walk | Medina County District Library - Seville location
Stop in between 7/14 & 7/19 to create beautiful designs right outside library doors!
10:30am: Sidewalk Chalk Contest | All Fired Up! Medina | in front of various Square businesses (registration is required)
Call All Fired Up! at 330-723-1112 to sign up and be assigned your location and square number. Then, you can create your artwork anytime Thursday, July 17th starting at 10:30AM until Friday, July 18th with completion at 6 PM. You must bring your own chalk and it must be regular sidewalk chalk that washes off easily within your assigned square. Prizes will be awarded.
3pm - 5pm: Art in Nature - Upcycle birds | MCAC & Medina County Park District - Oenslager Nature Center (registration is required)
7:00pm: "Pipes, Strings & a Soprano" | Collaborative recital - St Paul's Church, Medina
A collaborative recital featuring various professional musicians in Northeast Ohio. Performers include Chris DeShields (viola), Cathy Fafrak (piano), Alan Higbee (organ), Kimberly States (soprano), The Lakeside Trio (strings) and Madison VanScoder (piano). Come enjoy an eclectic mix of music in the warm acoustic atmosphere of the historic St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Medina. This performance is free and open to all.
7:30pm: High School Musical | Medina County Show Biz Company - Haddad Theatre (paid ticketed event)
Friday 7/18/2025
8:30am - 11:45am: Kids Art Camp | Access the Arts - UCC Church (registration is required)
10:00am - 10:45am: Children's Music & Movement | Wadsworth Public Library
A celebration of song. Children will enjoy music, rhythm, dancing and playing musical instruments. - all ages
10am - 8pm: Chalk the Walk | Medina County District Library - Seville location
Stop in between 7/14 & 7/19 to create beautiful designs right outside library doors!
Ends at 6pm: Sidewalk Chalk Contest | All Fired Up! Medina | in front of various Square businesses (registration is required)
Call All Fired Up! at 330-723-1112 to sign up and be assigned your location and square number. Then, you can create your artwork anytime Thursday, July 17th starting at 10:30AM until Friday, July 18th with completion at 6 PM. You must bring your own chalk and it must be regular sidewalk chalk that washes off easily within your assigned square. Prizes will be awarded.
12:00pm - 1:30pm: Kids Art Camp Festival | Access the Arts - Medina Square
Celebrate the campers with art displays and music & dance performances - all ages are welcome
2:00pm - 4:30pm: Gearheads: Great Cardboard Challenge w/ judging | Medina County District Library - Medina location (registration is required)
Competitors working either solo or in teams will be given cardboard, glue guns, cutting tools, and a variety of accesories and have 2 HOURS to make an artistic, craft, or practical creation.
7:00pm - 10:00pm: MapleSide Concert Over the Valley - Breakfast Club (80's Party) | Mapleside Farms, Brunswick (paid ticketed event)
7:30pm: High School Musical | Medina County Show Biz Company - Haddad Theatre (paid ticketed event)
8:00pm: Medina Community Band Friday Concert | Medina Community Band - Medina Square
Saturday 7/19/2025
10:30am - 1pm: Basket Weaving | Medina County District Library - Highland location (registration is required)
11:00am - 3pm: MCDL Bee Festival | Medina County District Library - Medina location*
Bee Festival runs from 11a-3pm - Enjoy a day of bee-themed family fun including the opening of the hive, honey tasting, beekeeping information, crafts, and activities for kids. Nate the Great balloon art until 1pm
This program is free. Seating at programs is on a first come first served basis. For more information call ORAMCO at 419-853-6016.
7:30pm: High School Musical | Medina County Show Biz Company - Haddad Theatre (paid ticketed event)
Sunday 7/20/2025
10am - 2pm : Family Fun Fotos | Medina Photographers of the Park - Krabill Shelter (paid ticketed event)
Bring your family, friends and/or pets to Krabill Lodge to have a group picture taken outdoors against the beautiful backdrop of nature. Advance registration is appreciated to determine an approximate session time. Email medinapotp@gmail.com to register or with questions
10am - 5pm: Art in the Park | Medina County Art League - Medina Square | Open to the public with opportunity to purchase directly from artists
Over 130 artisans will be sharing their fine art, fine crafts, jewelry and photography!
2:00pm: High School Musical | Medina County Show Biz Company - Haddad Theatre (paid ticketed event)
Get Involved
Volunteer
Arts Week wouldn’t be possible without the help of volunteers! If you’re interested in giving back to your community and being part of this exciting event, consider volunteering during the festival.Sign Up to Volunteer: https://www.medinacountyartscouncil.org/volunteer-form
Sponsors & Partners
The Medina County Arts Week Festival is made possible thanks to the generous support of local businesses and organizations. If you’re a local business or organization interested in becoming a sponsor or partnering with us, we’d love to hear from you!Become a Sponsor: https://www.medinacountyartscouncil.org/join-support
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For more information or to view the full schedule of events, please contact us at: MedinaCoArtsCouncil@gmail.com
Little Steve O Duo performs at Medina’s Gazebo.