Mentor CityFest

09/13/2024

Here's a little recap of CITYFEST 2024!
Thanks everyone for another great year!

08/26/2024

ICYMI: Check out the 2024 Mentor CityFest Parade. Thanks to everyone who participated!

The Mentor CityFest Parade kicked off Saturday, August 17th, 2024 making its way to the festivities at Civic Center Park. It featured over 100 groups from ar...

08/19/2024

DAY 2 of Mentor Cityfest - Saturday, August 17, 2024

08/19/2024

Just some of the sights and fun had at Mentor Cityfest, Friday, August 16, 2024!

08/18/2024

The remainder of CityFest has been canceled due to the weather. Thanks to everyone who made it out!

08/18/2024

The remainder of CityFest has been canceled due to the weather. Thanks to everyone who was able to make it out!

08/17/2024

Were you in the Parade today? Did you WIN?? As of this posting, only 2 award winners were not present at the ceremony and did not pick up their trophy, and that was MHS Cheerleaders and a representative from Lake Catholic. Please send an email to [email protected] to arrange a pick up.

08/17/2024

Mentor CityFest got off to a great start last night! Join us today for some good family fun. Tonight - JUST LIKE PINK takes the main stage at 8 PM. Fireworks at 10 PM. Learn more at www.mentorcityfest.com.

08/17/2024

The parade is on its way! Still plenty of time to come out. Park at the high school and walk over to Civic Center Blvd. Then after the parade goes by, walk over to the Amphitheater and see who won our 2024 PARADE AWARDS! 🏆

08/15/2024

Here's the agenda for 2 days of Mentor Cityfest!

08/12/2024

Mentor CityFest returns to Mentor Civic Center Park on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM and Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

This two-day family-friendly festival is packed with activities, games, entertainment, food and more!

Enjoy live music on the Mentor Civic Amphitheater stage Friday night with Led Zeppelin tribute, ZOSO, and Saturday night with Pink tribute, Just Like Pink. Both concerts start at 8:00 PM.

The CityFest Kids Zone is bigger and better than before with giant inflatables and interactive games for kids of all ages. Civic Center grounds will be filled with bounce houses, giant slides, a warrior dash, 70’ obstacle run, rock wall, zip line, an extreme trampoline, and a mobile ninja warrior course.

The Kids Entertainment stage has a full schedule of kid-friendly entertainment planned.

The Adult Party Patio features a beer trailer, co****le and other party games.

Mentor CityFest will feature all-day interactive entertainment and activities including strolling performers, the “Fest Money” game, plus community sponsored activities and games. Festivalgoers can also visit with a number of local businesses, service organizations, and non-profits, that call Mentor home in the popular Main Street tent.

Be sure to come hungry! With over 20 food vendors on site, we will have every type of festival food that your taste buds desire including favorites like sausage sandwiches, funnel cakes, and lemonade as well as unique sweet treats and everything in between.

The Mentor CityFest Parade will kick off from Shore Middle School Saturday at 10:00 AM and make its way to the festival grounds via Hopkins, Center Street and Civic Center Boulevard. The parade will feature over 100 groups, the Mentor High School Marching Band, and our City of Mentor float.

For those trailblazers looking for a colorful thrill, register for CityFest Color Dash & Walk on Saturday night starting at 6:00 PM. This 2.5-mile run and fun walk starts & finishes at CityFest! The flat route follows the Civic Center bike path and is accessible for all ages! With seven different color zones, you are sure to be festively decorated to enjoy the rest of the Mentor CityFest activities.

Free admission and parking to the event. Bounce houses and some activities will require a wristband which will be available for purchase at the event. Mentor Civic Center Park is located at 8600 Munson Road.

Festival parking will be available at Mentor High School, Mentor Senior Center, Mentor Fire Station #5, Mentor Police Department, and at the Laketran parking lot on Market Street. Handicapped parking for those with a permanent Ohio handicapped plaque will be at the Mentor Municipal Center.

Mentor CityFest is sponsored by Lincoln Electric, Cleveland Clinic, Meijer, Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics, Kona Big Wave, Tour Lake County, Mimi Vanderhaven, Mutsko Insurance Services, LLC, and Michelob Ultra.

Learn more at www.mentorcityfest.com

07/05/2024

EVERYONE LOVES A PARADE!

Local businesses and organizations are invited to participate in the Mentor CityFest parade on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM.

The parade will begin at Shore Middle School, located at 5730 Hopkins Road, head south on Hopkins Road to Center Street, east on Civic Center Boulevard, and end at Mentor Civic Amphitheater, located at 8600 Munson Road.

Judges will be positioned at the grandstand / announcers booth in front of Mentor Fire Station 5 on Civic Center Boulevard. Awards will be presented at the amphitheater immediately following the parade.

This year’s theme is “Mentor Rocks”. Businesses and community organizations are welcome to participate free of charge. Please ensure that all entries are kid-friendly, rated G.

Visit www.mentorcityfest.com to download the Parade Entry Form. Applications must be completed and returned by July 22, 2024. For additional information, contact Renee Ochaya at (440) 974-5725 or [email protected].

07/02/2024

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: Be a part of Mentor CityFest!

Come one, come all, Mentor CityFest is just around the corner! Lake County’s largest festival will take place August 16th and 17th at Mentor Civic Center Park and the city is seeking volunteers to be a part of another successful event.

As a volunteer, you’ll play an active role in shaping the festival. Whether you’re greeting attendees, assisting with ticket or beverage sales, or helping at the information booth, your contribution directly impacts the event’s success.

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a large-scale festival? Volunteering can give you a unique perspective. By working closely with city staff, you’ll witnessing firsthand how they organize and execute this annual event.

By volunteering, you’ll create lasting memories. Interacting with festival-goers, sharing smiles, and helping them navigate the festivities will have a positive impact on both you and the community.

Whether you’re part of a service group, an individual, or a family, there’s a volunteer role for you. It’s a chance to bond with others while contributing to a vibrant community celebration.

Are you ready to get involved? Visit www.mentorcityfest.com today to download your volunteer application!