FREEDOM LIFTS US
A community-powered night of art, light & imagination.
FESTIVAL EXPERIENCES
Food & Drink
Refuel with a variety of tasty options that keep you energized throughout the night.
FireFish Parade
Follow a glowing procession that brings color, sound, and imagination into the streets.
Burning of the FireFish
Gather with the community for a symbolic finale that lights up the night sky.
SCHEDULE
Enjoy live music, theater, dance, poetry, and performance throughout the festival. All times and performances are subject to change.
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BROADWAY PERFORMANCE AREA
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4:30–5:30 PM | Mason Mitchell
5:30–6:15 PM | Rock Town Grad School
9:00 PM/Following the Burn Ceremony | Girl Dads
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ART ALLEY
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4:00–7:00 PM | DJ Ro Ro
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MAIN STAGE
6:00–7:00 PM | Beacon Theater and North Pointe Ballet
7:00 PM | FireFish Parade | Led by Sheela Das and the Stomping Jacksons
FOLLOWING THE PARADE | The FireFish Burn Ceremony
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The Burn Ceremony features live music, ballet, spoken-word poetry, salsa dancing, fire performers, RiverFire Strings, the Light Fish presentation, and the FireFish Torchbearers.
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PLAN YOUR EVENING
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Visit the Broadway Performance Area and Art Alley from 4:00–6:00 PM.
Head to the Main Stage by 6:00 PM for Beacon Theater and North Pointe Ballet.
At 7:00 PM, enjoy the FireFish Parade, followed by the Burn Ceremony at the Main Stage.
After the Burn Ceremony, return to the Broadway Performance Area for Girl Dads at 9:00 PM.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the festival free?
Always.
Where is it?
Downtown Lorain, Ohio. A detailed map is coming soon.
What happens if it rains?
Weather plans will be shared closer to the festival.
Is the festival accessible?
FireFish Festival is committed to making the festival welcoming and accessible to everyone.
All festival activities and amenities located on the ground floor are accessible. A golf cart is also available to help transport guests around the festival grounds. If you need assistance using the golf cart or have questions about accessibility, please let us know.
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For accessibility questions, accommodation requests, or assistance during the festival, please contact:
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Joan Perch
Email: Admin@FireFishArts.org
Text or call: 440-935-3655
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We encourage guests to contact us in advance whenever possible so we can help make arrangements. We also welcome feedback about accessibility and ways we can continue improving the festival experience for everyone.
Where should I park?
Parking is easy- and free! FireFish Festival guests will find plenty of free parking throughout downtown Lorain in City of Lorain public parking lots. Check the City of Lorain map for convenient parking locations just a short walk from festival activities.
What should I bring?
Bring what you need for a comfortable evening outdoors; final guidance is coming soon.