America 250: First Fridays - Downtown Youngstown July 3, 2026 | 5-8 PM
• Pop-Up Skate Park with the Youngstown Skatepark Association
• Local vendor marketplace featuring food, retail, artisans & nonprofits
• Community organizations and civic engagement opportunities
• Featuring BopMan on N. Phelps spinning Motown & Funk for a lively, cross-generational vibe
• Live Music at the Apollo Event Center (See below)
• Guided tours presented by the Mahoning Valley Historical Society (Designated ASL Interpreted Tours included. Email: meagan@youngstowncityscape.com for more information)
• Discover local history tied to the America 250 theme
• Ohio One Building: immersive speakeasy-style experience & building tours
• The Apollo Event Center: Live Music with Bustin’ Loose, Food Truck- Aunt Millies, and First Floor Building Tours
Interested in being part of the event? Opportunities available for:
• Vendors & artisans
• Community organizations
• Sponsors & partners
• Guided tours presented by the Mahoning Valley Historical Society
- Designated ASL Interpreted Tours included. Email: meagan@youngstowncityscape.com for more information
• Discover local history tied to the America 250 theme
• Ohio One Building: immersive speakeasy-style experience & building tours
• The Apollo Event Center: Live Music with Bustin’ Loose, Food Truck- Aunt Millies, and First Floor Building Tours
Featuring: Bopman
Born and raised in Youngstown, Bopman is a versatile music producer, songwriter, audio engineer, and DJ with over 20 years of experience in the music. With a deep passion for sound and creativity, he has built a reputation for blending timeless musical influences with a modern edge.
Certified in Audio Engineering through the R.E.C. Workshop in Chillicothe, Bopman brings both technical skill and artistic vision to every project he touches. His sound is rooted heavily in hip-hop culture, especially inspired by the golden era of 90s hip-hop, while also drawing influence from jazz, funk, rock, blues, and soul music.
Known for creating everything from classic boom-bap beats to modern trap, R&B, funk, and pop productions, Bopman’s versatility allows him to work across multiple genres while maintaining a signature, authentic sound. His music combines soulful textures, hard-hitting drums, and innovative production techniques that connect with both old-school listeners and new-generation audiences.
Whether producing records, engineering sessions, or writing songs, Bopman continues to push creative boundaries while representing the sound and spirit of Youngstown.
