- TripBuzz found 135 things to do with kids in or near Elyria, Ohio, including 126 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cleveland, Medina, Lakewood and North Ridgeville.
 - From Roll Arena Family Skating Center to North Park Ice Rink, the Elyria area offers 88 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Skating Rinks and History Museums.
 - Elyria, Ohio is a part of Lorain County and is home to over 50,000 people. The city is settled in northeast Ohio on the Black River. With a total area of over 20 square miles, the city is well populated and amply supplied with entertainment and recreation. The area was first settled shortly after the American Revolutionary War, bringing history to the city's culture.
 
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            Restaurant serves up pizzas with toppings like pepperoni, banana peppers, and steak, and plates of pasta and sub sandwiches        
    
    
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            A family entertainment center, Roll Arena Family Skating Center features a roller skating rink along with skating classes. The center also offers a laser tag arena, arcade game machines, a rock climbing wall and a pro shop.        
    
    
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            North Park Ice Rink is a local public ice skating rink featuring a number of amenities for the skaters that visit. These amenities include a birthday party room available for rentals, learn-to-skate classes, skate rentals, and a concession stand.        
    
    
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            Foxy Lady Fishing Charter Service provides drift, walleye or fall perch fishing trips of either 8 or 10 hours. They also offer package plans with two or three 8 hour days of fishing and lodging at a condo.        
    
    
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            Atlas Cinemas Midway Mall 8 shows the latest movies in 60-ft wide screens with high definition DLP digital projection and surround sound. The theater can be rented out for parties and other events.        
    
    
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            With multiple gyms and programs, the South Park Recreation Center provides recreation opportunities for its visitors. Facilities at the center include basketball courts, a kitchen, a meeting room, and gyms.        
    
    
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            Featuring super-sized 60 foot screens in its auditoriums, Midway Mall 8 plays the latest movies in digital projection and surround sound. On Mondays, all tickets are offered at a discounted rate.        
    
    
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            Home to and maintained by the Lorain County Historical Society, The Hickories Museum is late 19th century mansion that combines Gothic and French architectural styles. Guided tours of the museum are available.        
    
    
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            With trails following the Black River, visitors can bike, run, or walk the 3.5 miles and enjoy the scenic view of the Black River Reservation in Elyria, Ohio. With prairies, swamps, and forested paths, visitors can find their own slice of nature.        
    
    
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            A small, tranquil nature preserve, the Rowland Nature Preserve features hiking trails, an ice skating rink, and fishing areas. The preserve also features a memorial for the victims of the September 11th attacks.        
    
    
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            Featuring 46 lanes, Brunswick Zone North Ridgeville is a bowling center suitable for both open and league bowlers. The center offers arcade games, billiard tables, a pro shop, a lounge and a snack bar with food and drinks.