Category: Events
Drag Brunch Boots
Join us for a family-friendly drag Brunch Boots at Bell Tower Brewing Co., hosted by @comatoseisnotcool with guest host @jade.x.cvnt !
Flashes First Friday KSU Kickoff Welcome Celebration
Kent State’s fall semester starts with KSU Kickoff, a multi-day welcome for new and returning students. Events include campus traditions like Flashes First Friday in downtown Kent and Blastoff, a huge student organization fair with music, food, and giveaways.
Mindfulness in Art: Plants and Poses
Join local businesses, Flourish Plant Mkt and YouBloom, for a workshop that blends the calming practice of yoga and meditation with the creativity of making your very own hands-on mounted plant. The workshop will begin with a brief intention setting meditation, breathwork practice, and gentle stretches that can be used to prepare and counter the fun of working with plants. Releasing tension around the neck, shoulders, and hands will be especially important as we work into the second half of the program.
With Alicia, the owner of Flourish Plant Mkt, you will learn how to work with a variety of epiphytic plants- plants that grow naturally on trees and rocks-by mounting them on natural cork bark. Each participant will select from a curated assortment of 2″ potted plants and receive step-by-step guidance on how to create a living piece of botanical art and then how to care for it. No experience needed-just bring your curiosity and love for plants!
Live Music w/ the Rare Birds
Join us on the first Saturday of each month for free, live music with The Rare Birds from 7-9pm. They’re an energetic acoustic ensemble infused with electric vibes, delivering tunes from a diverse spectrum of artists spanning from CCR to the Dave Matthews Band, influenced from the 90s alternative scene.
Switch Tower Happy Hour
Join us for a Switch Tower Happy Hour! Your $25 ticket includes a 4-pack of Belltower Brewing Co. Switch Tower IPA, a pint of any beer on the current draft list, light snacks, a brief history presentation, and a reservation for a VIP tour of the Switch Tower later this month.
The Brady Interlocking Switch Tower is an iconic remnant of a bygone railroad era that grew Kent and the region. It stands next to the PORTAGE Hike and Bike Trail in the parking lot of Towner’s Woods park. Built in 1913, it is one of very few switch towers remaining in the region. Join us to learn about the history of the switch tower and the park plans to preserve this historical remnant for future generations to appreciate!
Cash bar after the first pint.
Summer Beer Dinner
This evening captures the spirit of the business – combining excellent beer in a variety of styles paired with scratch-made food as a perfect compliment. The brewer, Jennifer Hermann, and Executive Chef, Justin Ruffing, will guide guests through this epicurean journey for what will certainly be a jovial night to remember.
This is a one-night only event with very limited capacity. Ticket includes all beer and food, no tip is included.
Must be 21+ to participate.
Summer Beer Dinner 2025: Italiano
Join us for a unique exploration of the vibrant tastes of Italy accompanied by a diverse assortment of classic and contemporary beer styles that promise to delight your palate.
Hors d’oeuvres: Focaccia – Warm, house-baked focaccia infused with roasted garlic and garden herbs, crowned with torched rosemary and served with balsamic reduction and olive oil.
5 oz Switch Tower, WCIPA, 7% 65 IBU
First Course: Seafood Brodetto – Soup of tender calamari and shrimp simmered in a fragrant tomato-herb broth, with Calabrian chili for heat
10 oz Geist der Glocke, German Pilsner, 5% 37 IBU
Second Course: Osso buco manicotti – Hand-rolled manicotti filled with braised veal osso buco, simmered in a red wine-tomato reduction, finished with a gremolada of lemon zest, garlic, and Italian parsley
5 oz Daffodil Hill, Maibock, 6% 25 IBU
Third Course: Green gazpacho – Chilled and vibrant blend of cucumber, ripe melon, green bell peppers, and creamy avocado, with a touch of sherry vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
5 oz Daffodil Hill, Maibock, 6% 25 IBU
Fourth Course: Halibut en Papillote – Delicate halibut fillet gently steamed in parchment with aromatic fresh herbs, white wine, and butter
10 oz Hallowed, Belgian Saison, 6.6% 25 IBU
Dessert: Lemon Sorbeto – traditional Italian frozen summer dessert made with fresh lemons, sugar, water, and egg whites for a smooth and creamy texture topped with micro mint served in a lemon half.
5oz Wish You Were Here, Raspberry Tart, 5.5% 0 IBU
Putt Around Downtown
Come join us for a fun-filled day of mini-golf in the heart of downtown Kent! Check-in from noon to 2pm at Laziza. Play games with our friends from the Ben Curtis Family Foundation and win prizes. Take a photo with pro golfer Ben Curtis from 1-2pm. Putt your way through challenging courses, enjoying delicious snacks and beverages along the way. Whether you’re a golf pro or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to putt around with friends and family in a vibrant urban setting. See you there!
Live Music – Norah Marie
Join us for free live music by Norah Marie from 7:30-9:30!
Kent Pride Bar Crawl
Join us for Kent, Ohio’s first Pride Bar Crawl! Stop at 5+ bars to pick up pride themed items, raffle tickets, drinks and more! 6pm to 7pm check in at Beware of the Leopard! Then check out all the other bars to grab one of their themed drinks, items and celebrate Pride in Downtown Kent!
Participating Bars:
BEWARE OF THE LEOPARD , VENICE, ZEPHYR, FEDERALES, BELLTOWER BREWING CO, BAR LUCCI, BELLERIA, WATERSTREET TAVERN