Go Downtown!
Spend a great day – or night – with friends, family and neighbors at the coolest little downtown around. Be A SponsorParking & InfoDowntown Barberton:
Fun for All Ages
Check out downtown Barberton’s main thoroughfares lined historic buildings home to many new and old favorite shops, restaurants, clubs, galleries and theaters.
It’s a great place to do business, too – with plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurs to build dreams in beautiful downtown buildings.
Family and pet friendly, downtown offers so much in just a few blocks. With plenty of parking and easy accessibility, it’s always a good time to GO DOWNTOWN!
Sign up for New Events on Tuscarawas and 2nd Avenues sponsored by Main Street Barberton.
Upcoming Events
Crafter’s Corner: Diamond Painting
Create a beautiful diamond painting to take home with you and your boo !
Valentine’s Charcuterie Class
❤️ Valentine’s Charcuterie Class at The Tea Lady ❤️ Join us on February 14th from 2–4pm for a fun and delicious hands-on charcuterie workshop! Create your own beautifully curated board filled with gourmet meats, cheeses, fruits, and sweet touches—perfect to enjoy with your favorite Galentine, Valentine, or bestie. Led by Chef Sarah Carlson of The Red Hare Personal Chef and Catering, this class will walk you through pairing flavors, arranging ingredients, and styling a professional-looking board you’ll be proud to take home (and enjoy!). 📍 The Tea Lady – 190 2nd St, Barberton 💲 $45 per person 🎟️ Advanced tickets required on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1977523232221?aff=oddtdtcreator Come spend a cozy afternoon learning, tasting, and celebrating Valentine’s Day with Main Street Barberton! 💕🧀🍓
Fasnacht: The Second Gathering
In 2026, Fasnacht enters its Second Gathering. Fasnacht: What’s Love Got To Do With It? 📅 February 14, 2026 📍 Slovene Center – Barberton, Ohio Rooted in winter carnival traditions and carried forward through music, ritual, and community, Fasnacht continues to grow and transform with each gathering.
Come to Main Street Barberton for…
Date Night
Night Out
Saturday Mornings
Workday Downtown
Day Out with Kids
Lake Anna YMCA
Located in the heart of Barberton, the Lake Anna YMCA is more than just a fitness center—it’s a cornerstone of community health, wellness, and connection. This 57,000-square-foot facility offers a wide range of amenities, including a six-lane competition swimming pool, a therapy pool, gymnasium, group exercise studios, and a fully equipped wellness center. With programs designed for all ages, from swim lessons and youth sports to senior wellness initiatives, the Y is dedicated to helping every individual build a healthier spirit, mind, and body.
Beyond fitness, the Lake Anna YMCA embodies the YMCA mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It serves as a gathering place where families, neighbors, and friends come together, fostering not only stronger bodies but also stronger community bonds.
Whether you’re looking for 24-hour access to fitness equipment, enriching programs for kids, or simply a welcoming place to connect, the Lake Anna YMCA continues to be a trusted hub of wellness and community for Barberton.
News & Updates
Melanie Amato Named Among Ohio’s Top 50 Women Leaders of 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Melanie Amato, Executive Director, has been ranked #49 in Ohio's Top 50 Women Leaders of 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights her outstanding leadership, dedication, and contributions to our community and industry. You can...
Barberton native Melanie Black Amato was hired in June as the executive director of a new program called Main Street Barberton.
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Magic City Neighbors interviews Melanie Amato
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