Tired of the same old holiday routine? Ditch the stuffy parties and overcrowded malls—Winter Thunderland is back and ready to shake up your season at 3pm on Saturday, December 13, at Westside Bowl in Youngstown, OH!

Whether you’re on the hunt for one-of-a-kind gifts, craving live music and good vibes, or just looking for a place to grab a drink, a slice, and maybe bowl a few frames—this all ages event has got something for everyone! This year we are raising money for Devin, an 8 year old who is in need of a wheelchair accessible van, with a raffle and photos with Heavy Metal Santa.

Starting at 3PM, dive into the FREE Artist Market, where local creators bring the strange, the beautiful, and the downright awesome—jewelry, clothing, fine art, and weird treasures you won’t find anywhere else. Wander through a world of holiday oddities, soak in the Thunderland décor, and stop by the record store, arcade, or bar to keep the good times rolling.

It’s not the holidays without giving back—come check out our great raffle, with some awesome gifts and also grab a $5 photo with Heavy Metal Santa (or hide from Krampus, if you’ve been naughty). All proceeds from the charity raffle go directly to help Devin, a local child in need of a wheelchair-accessible van. Devin was diagnosed as a toddler with a rare and aggressive brain cancer but continues to face serious mobility challenges. With his wheelchair, 24/7 oxygen and other medical equipment, safe transportation to therapy and doc visits is critical. A van isn’t just a ride, it’s a lifeline. 

 Raffle winners will be drawn at 7:30PM (you don’t have to be present—just make sure your info is on the ticket).

And then… the music and comedy hits.
At 7:30PM, doors open for the Winter Thunderland concert, featuring a stacked lineup of regional and local bands (to be announced). Doors at 7pm. Admission of $10 gets you in to cap off the night with a bang. ALSO – with your ticket you get automatically entered in the door prize for a 40″ smart TV! 

Winter Thunderland is powered by Rusty Waters Apparel, the legendary local t-shirt brand putting the Rust Belt on the map since 2005 with designs inspired by the grit, history, and humor of Youngstown, Pittsburgh, and Cleveland. They’ve teamed up once again with Westside Bowl, a venue that’s made it their mission to nurture Youngstown’s creative soul since 2018.

This isn’t just a holiday market.
This isn’t just a rock show.
It’s a celebration of everything weird, warm, and wonderful about this community.

Mark your calendar: December 13.
Winter Thunderland.
It’s the most Thunderful time of the year.