Cleveland's Annual Fish Fry Guide Returns

Organizers can submit details for their 2026 fish fry events

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

The annual guide to fish fry events hosted by churches, schools, clubs, and other non-profit organizations in the Greater Cleveland area is set to return next week. Organizers can submit details about their 2026 fish fry events, including menu items, pricing, dining options, and any additional offerings like raffles or live music.

Why it matters

The fish fry season is a beloved annual tradition in Northeast Ohio, with dozens of local non-profit groups hosting these popular community events. The guide helps residents find and plan to attend the fish fry events in their area, supporting these local organizations.

The details

The fish fry guide will be published weekly starting on February 18, 2026, with the initial listing including events submitted by the February 13 deadline. Organizers can submit details about their fish fry events, including the sponsoring organization, menu items, pricing, dining options, and any additional offerings. The guide will cover fish fry events hosted by churches, schools, clubs, VFW halls, and other non-profit groups in the Greater Cleveland area.

  • The fish fry guide will start publishing on February 18, 2026.
  • The initial listing will include events submitted by the February 13, 2026 deadline.
  • The guide will be updated weekly, with 6 subsequent listings posted on Friday mornings from February 27 to April 3, 2026.
  • Fat Tuesday is on February 17, 2026.
  • Ash Wednesday is on February 18, 2026.

The players

cleveland.com

The website of The Plain Dealer newspaper, which publishes the annual fish fry guide for the Greater Cleveland area.

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What’s next

Organizers have until February 13, 2026 to submit details about their 2026 fish fry events to be included in the initial guide listing.

The takeaway

The annual fish fry guide is an important resource for residents in Northeast Ohio to find and support the many local non-profit organizations hosting these popular community events during the Lenten season.