YOUNGSTOWN - On the heels of a Y-Live concert weekend that brought thousands to Wean Park to see performances from Tim McGraw and John Mayer, downtown Youngstown is set to kick off October with another weekend full of events.

FRIDAY

First Fridays: Historic Spooky Fall Festival (Friday, 5 to 8 p.m., South Phelps Street) - Live music by November Loop, family-friendly activities, local vendors and DORA specials from downtown restaurants and bars.

Mike Epps and Friends (Friday, 7:30 p.m., Stambaugh Auditorium) - Comedian and actor Mike Epps brings laughter to the Valley with special guest Kenny Howell.

YSU University Theatre: Arsenic and Old Lace (Friday at 7:30 p.m, Ford Theater in Bliss Hall) - The classic dark comedy takes the stage.

Harry Potter Weekend (Friday at 7:30 and 9 p.m Ward

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