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Space Mission
Space Mission blasts off this summer with an out-of-this-world play experience that sends your little astronaut on an intergalactic adventure.
Strongsville Rib Burn-Off
The Strongsville City Club 2026 rib burnoff is in its 40th year and going strong. Annually, the event draws world-famous rib vendors to compete for the award “best ribs” in Strongsville.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
CLE Market Avon Lake
Join a vibrant celebration of local creativity and community at the Summer Artisan Market.
Music at Market Square Park
Third Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Public Square Movie Nights
Enjoy a movie night in the heart of downtown with Public Square Movie Nights.
2026 Garden Tour: Through the Garden Gate
A beloved early-summer tradition in scenic Gates Mills, Ohio. Visitors are invited to explore a curated selection of private gardens.
Roots & Reserve: A Bourbon Dinner at the Arcade
Sip, savor, and indulge at Roots & Reserve, a bourbon dinner featuring curated pairings inside Cleveland’s iconic Arcade.
All Your Friends
An indie dance party for the ones who still romanticize a scratched iPod, American Spirits, and a blurry night.
Grand Opening of Tone House Coffee
Enjoy the grand opening party with a morning DJ and coffee.
Race for Kids
Race for Kids is a 5k Run or 1 Mile Walk in support of Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio.
BAYarts Annual Art & Music Festival
Join BAYarts on their beautiful Cleveland Metroparks campus for their annual Art and Music Festival.
Three New Sculpture Exhibitions Explore Memory, Place and Living Systems
Three experiential exhibitions opening June 20 feature new and site-responsive work by Noelle Choy, Jacklyn Brickman, and Malena Grigoli.
Father's Day Brunch
This Father’s Day, skip the tie and bring him to The Friars’ Table for a celebration of the man, the myth, and the legend: Your Dad.
Cedar Fairmount Car Show
The 1st Annual Cedar Fairmount Car Show will take place on Sunday, June 21, from noon to 4 p.m.
Harry Potter Trivia
Calling all Potterheads for a magical day of Harry Potter themed trivia at GLBC.
BAYarts Sunday Concert Series: One Eyed Fred
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music under the summer sky.
Cleveland Burger Week 2026
From gourmet creations to over-the-top specialty burgers, participating restaurants across Northeast Ohio will be serving up $10 burger specials all week long.
Pints & Ponytails for Dads and Grandpas
StoneWater will host Pints & Ponytails, a fun and interactive evening where dads and grandpas can enjoy beers, burgers and hands-on hairstyling lessons designed to help them confidently tackle ponytails and easy braids for their daughters and granddaughters.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Tremont Food Truck Festival
Enjoy some of Cleveland’s best food trucks at the Tremont Food Truck Festival.
Artfest
Visit the Boston Mills Artfest, nestled in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and explore over a dozen unique mediums and works by some of the most talented artists across the country, craft beer & wine, food, and a beautiful garden space from our friends at Suncrest Gardens.
Long Live Levert
This special concert at the Tri-C JazzFest celebrates the legacy of Cleveland native Gerald Levert with a soulful tribute led by Hubb’s Groove & Friends.
Men's Health Summit 2026
Don't miss the 2026 Men’s Health Summit. Free health screenings, haircuts, expert panels, & more for community wellness.
Celebrate America 250 at Picnic in the Park during Cleveland History Days
Picnic in the Park invites attendees to celebrate America 250 with food, drinks, family entertainment, games, and history in Canal Basin Park.
Great Beer Games
Calling all beer games enthusiasts – this is your time to shine. Gather your teammates and compete in classic games like Flip Cup, Beer Pong, and more for prizes, beer specials, and bragging rights.
Gimme Gimme Disco
America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Cleveland and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy.
The Trinity Block Market
Enjoy food and drinks from local favorites, live music, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
Strawberry Arts Fest
A music and art festival including over 80 art vendors, food trucks & children's activities.
Rock of Faith
This unforgettable evening tells the story of a journey from addiction to recovery using rock music.
BAYarts Sunday Concert Series: Cloud9
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music under the summer sky.
Bay Days
During the four day carnival, catch up with family and friends, enjoy thrilling rides, fuel up with delicious food, listen to local music and celebrate 4th of July with stunning fireworks.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Music at Market Square Park
First Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Opus 216 - Ben Franklin Community Garden Music Series
From classical and French café jazz to hip hop, Irish fiddle, and original compositions, Opus 216 delivers virtuosic, genre-crossing performances with style and versatility.
Artfest
Visit the Boston Mills Artfest, nestled in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and explore over a dozen unique mediums and works by some of the most talented artists across the country, craft beer & wine, food, and a beautiful garden space from our friends at Suncrest Gardens.
Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash
Put on your best Red, White, and Blue and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler.
Cleveland Bazaar in Market Square Park
Shop local + handmade across from the West Side Market.
Azure Day Party with Dreya V
Azure day party brings together house music lovers, rooftop views, and nonstop energy for an unforgettable daytime experience at eden rooftop.
Goodtime III 4th of July Cruises
There’s nothing quite like seeing fireworks light up the sky from the decks of Goodtime III.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Piano Cleveland Live at Crocker Park
Local professional pianists take the stage for free concerts featuring a variety of musical styles.
Mean Girls
Mean Girls, a 12-time Tony nominee, takes on high school hierarchy with sharp humor and iconic drama.
Pocketship Future-Funk Disco Dance Party
Pocketship delivers a full-throttle dance-music experience rooted in funk, disco, and modern electronic soul.
Sazón Latin Food Festival
Enjoy a day of Latin food, music, and celebration at the Sazón Latin Food Festival.
Sunflower Wine Festival
Join Sunflower Wine Festival for a blooming good time filled with excellent wine, beer, entertainment and unforgettable memories.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Music at Market Square Park
Third Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Frozen
Disney brings the magic of the beloved animated film to the stage in a dazzling Broadway musical. Event runs from July 16 - August 15.
Piano Cleveland Live at Van Aken
Local professional pianists take the stage for free concerts featuring a variety of musical styles.
Habitat Walk Run Mosey for Homes
It’s time to start stretching. The Free Habitat Walk, Run, Mosey.
Willoughby ArtsFest
Now in its 35th year, this one-day celebration of creativity, community, and culture brings together more than 160 juried artists from across the country.
2026 Lakewood Summer Meltdown
The biggest block party in the city will once again heat up Lakewood this summer.
Da Land Brass Band - Ben Franklin Community Garden Music Series
Cleveland’s own original brass band brings New Orleans roots, heavy funk grooves, original tunes, and inventive takes on classics for an energetic performance that keeps audiences moving.
Contestant Community Concert
Piano Cleveland’s partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History takes the young artists of this summer’s competition and institute out of the concert hall and into the community.
Contestant Community Concert
Piano Cleveland’s partnership with Gilmour Academy takes the young artists of this summer’s competition and institute out of the concert hall and into the community.
Contestant Community Concert
Piano Cleveland’s partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History takes the young artists of this summer’s competition and institute out of the concert hall and into the community.
Contestant Community Concert at CMNH
Piano Cleveland’s partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History takes the young artists of this summer’s competition and institute out of the concert hall and into the community.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Public Square Movie Nights
Enjoy a movie night in the heart of downtown with Public Square Movie Nights.
Institute Community Concert at CMNH
Dinosaurs, planets, and pianos—see the students of the Cleveland International Piano Institute for Young Artists in the incomparable Visitor Hall of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
CIPC for Young Artists 2026
See thirteen of the world’s most promising young musicians take the stage this summer as they compete in the Cleveland International Piano Competition for Young Artists.
2nd Annual Ohio City Food Truck Festival
Come enjoy Cleveland food trucks in Ohio City.
Cleveland's Community Dance Day
Take part in more than a dozen free classes for all ages and abilities in dance styles including Contemporary, Ballet, African Drum & Dance, Hip Hop, Polynesian, Flamenco, Ballroom, Jazz and more. Community Dance Day is a wonderful time to try out the art form of dance and its many styles and celebrate movement together.
Tequila Fest Cleveland 2026
The 12th annual Tequila Fest will offer over 50 tequilas to sample, food trucks, food vendors and full bar. Live music and stage. Margarita specials and other drink specials.
Institute Community Concert at CMNH
Dinosaurs, planets, and pianos—see the students of the Cleveland International Piano Institute for Young Artists in the incomparable Visitor Hall of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Institute Community Concert at CMNH
Dinosaurs, planets, and pianos—see the students of the Cleveland International Piano Institute for Young Artists in the incomparable Visitor Hall of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Institute Community Concert at CMNH
Dinosaurs, planets, and pianos—see the students of the Cleveland International Piano Institute for Young Artists in the incomparable Visitor Hall of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Institute Community Concert at CMNH
Dinosaurs, planets, and pianos—see the students of the Cleveland International Piano Institute for Young Artists in the incomparable Visitor Hall of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
John Orsinin Jazz Quintet - Ben Franklin Community Garden Music Series
Featuring some of Cleveland’s finest jazz musicians, this seasoned quintet performs classic jazz from the 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s with sophistication, swing, and timeless style.
Dino Dig
Dino Dig transforms Little Diggers into a full-scale paleontology adventure. Kids will excavate, explore, and uncover the prehistoric world through hands-on play experiences built around discovery and wonder.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Music at Market Square Park
First Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Public Square Movie Nights
Enjoy a movie night in the heart of downtown with Public Square Movie Nights.
Azure Day Party with Luke Alexander
Azure day party brings together house music lovers, rooftop views, and nonstop energy for an unforgettable daytime experience at eden rooftop.
Summer Night Bazaar at The Yard at StoneWater
The Yard at StoneWater will host a special Summer Night Bazaar, featuring over 15 local artisans and crafters.
Cedar Fairmount Summer Festival
The 21st Annual Cedar Fairmount Summer Festival will take place on Sunday, August 9, from noon to 4 p.m.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Whiskey Island Paddlefest
Celebrate the 12th Annual Whiskey Island Paddlefest. Grab your stand up paddleboard or kayak and register for one of the races or for the Capture the Swag Fun Paddle.
The Rhondas - Ben Franklin Community Garden Music Series
The Rhondas perform originals and covers ranging from sweet and soulful to bold and danceable, blending rich harmonies with playful energy.
Tri CLE Rock Roll Run
Tri CLE Rock Roll Run, a multisport celebration in Cleveland, Ohio, at the beautiful Edgewater Park on August 16, 2026. The Tri CLE Rock Roll Run offers a Super Sprint, Sprint, and Olympic distance triathlon, duathlon, and aquabike racing options.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Music at Market Square Park
Third Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Swing Dance with Sunny Side Jazz Band from New Orleans
It's going to be an incredible night of music and dancing with Sunny Side, all the way from New Orleans.
Lifebanc Gift of Life Walk & Run at Blossom Music Center
Lifebanc’s annual Gift of Life Walk combines a traditional 5K run and 1K walk with an emotional community gathering honoring organ, eye and tissue donors.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Music at Market Square Park
First Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Cleveland Taco Fest 2026
What better way to celebrate the end of summer than with tacos, cerveza, and tequila.
Women Singer‐Songwriter Showcase featuring Liz Bullock & Jessica Sikon
Liz Bullock blends folk, blues, soul, and jazz with powerful vocals, while Jessica Sikon pairs ethereal harmonies and moving melodies with indie pop, rock,
and cosmic country influences.
Azure Day Party with Gudfella
Azure day party brings together house music lovers, rooftop views, and nonstop energy for an unforgettable daytime experience at eden rooftop.
Village Peddler Festival
Featuring over 200 artisan and craft vendors, live music, food, and family-friendly fun, the festival offers a charming outdoor marketplace on a scenic 235-acre farm.
Music at Market Square Park
Third Thursdays will feature high-energy headliners, food trucks and drink tents. Bring the family and get your groove on.
Public Square Movie Nights
Enjoy a movie night in the heart of downtown with Public Square Movie Nights.
Classical Fusion Showcase featuring Arleigh Savage & Eri Snowden
Cellist and singer-songwriter Eri Snowden-Rodriguez layers cello with effects pedals to create immersive soundscapes, while bassoonist Arleigh Savage crafts haunting original music through looping and inventive sonic textures.
Cleveland Pickle Fest
This fun-filled day features plenty of pickles and pickle-flavored food, desserts, candy, drinks and more from local and regional vendors, plus dozens of food and non-food vendors with pickle-themed merchandise and goodies.
17th Annual Chagrin Documentary Film Festival
The Festival is a five-day celebration of the art of documentary film, at venues in and around the century village of Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Public Square Movie Nights
Enjoy a movie night in the heart of downtown with Public Square Movie Nights.
Cleveland Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl: West Park Bars
Cleveland, get ready for a frightfully fun night. The Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl is back — grab your costume, your crew, and your thirst for boos and booze.
Lakewood Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl: 3rd Annual by Bar Crawl USA
Lakewood, are you ready to haunt the night? The 3rd Annual Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl is creeping back into town on Saturday, October 31st — and it’s going to be bigger, spookier, and more BOOzy than ever.
DANCECleveland Presents Charlotte Ballet
Fall in love with contemporary movement as Charlotte Ballet makes its Playhouse Square debut.
How to Dance in Ohio
Based on the documentary, How to Dance in Ohio follows a group of teens with autism as they prepare for a dance that will challenge their comfort zones, expectations, and ideas of independence. Event will run December 4, 2026 - January 3, 2027.
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl: Lakewood: 10th Annual
Join Bar Crawl USA for the 10th Annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl. Get that Goodwill sweater, find those tacky holiday pants, and get ready to jingle bell ROCK on Dec. 12th.
AJ Wilkerson
With his nervous charm, endearing smile, and appendix-bursting humor, AJ has quickly become one of the most relevant young comedians in America.
Don “DC” Curry
Known by fans across the country for his numerous national television appearances, his yearly national arena tour appearances and for headlining the nation’s hottest comedy clubs.
The Belle of Amherst
Premiering on Broadway in 1976, this one-woman play stars the tour de force local talent, Anne McEvoy. Event runs April 9, 2027 - May 9, 2027.
Fourth of July Picnic Lunch
Celebrate the Fourth with a relaxed picnic‑style lunch on Lady Caroline.
Rooftop Girl Dinner
Gather your girls for stunning skyline views, a lively atmosphere, and an evening designed to celebrate the season in style.
Aura Photo Day at Oktober’s
This is a heartfelt invitation for you to come and enjoy the opportunity to experience your energetic signature in living color.
BAYarts Sunday Concert Series: School of Rock Headliners
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music under the summer sky.
Crocker Park Block Party
Get ready for one of summer’s favorite community events. Crocker Park’s Block Party, a free, family-friendly celebration packed with excitement.
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Cleveland, OH
North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue.
Taste of River
More than just another food event, the festival will excite guests as the community gathers for a scrumptious evening of bites and beats.
Rainbow Rodeo Bar Crawl
A western-themed night out benefiting patients and families at Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital.
Azure Day Party with CID
Azure day party brings together house music lovers, rooftop views, and nonstop energy for an unforgettable daytime experience at eden rooftop.
The Cranberries Music is coming to Cleveland
Linger is an exceptional tribute band dedicated to capturing the essence and spirit of the iconic ’90s Irish rock band, The Cranberries.
Public Square Farmers Market
Every Thursday, enjoy fresh food from local vendors at Downtown Cleveland's Public Square Farmers Market.
Race for the Place 2026
Race for the Place is a community 5K and 1-mile walk/run benefiting The Gathering Place, a nonprofit that provides free support programs for individuals and families facing cancer.
Art by the Falls | Outdoor Fine Art & Contemporary Craft Festival
Art by the Falls is a free juried fine art and contemporary craft festival that draws 170+ artists and 25,000 attendees from across the country for a two-day event in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Little Italy Summer Art Walk
The Little Italy Summer Art Walk returns June 5–7, 2026 for three days of art, culture, and community in one of Cleveland’s most iconic neighborhoods.
Paradise Prom
Dust off your OG prom dress, Dress it up in a vintage evening gown from your favorite decade, grab your Romi & Michelle, your honeys, your homies your body glitter and frosted lip gloss and dance the night away.
Beer & Hot Dog Hop College with Frankie Lynn
At this Hop College, you’ll learn all about Frankie Lynn with Chef Lloyd Foust while exploring food and beer pairing principles with the GLBC Beer Educators - all while enjoying some hot dog and beer pairings.
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Cleveland
This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community.
Henceforth Comedy Late Night
A secret underground late-night comedy show attracting national headliners, unannounced drop-ins, and Cleveland's funniest.
The Yard Opening Weekend at StoneWater
The Yard at StoneWater is returning for its sixth summer season – bringing back the kind of summer nights people wish they had more of.
Windsong's Spring Concert: A Beautiful Noise
Celebrate the power of music and community at A Beautiful Noise.
Gimme More Market
Gimme More Market on May 17th at The Roxy at Mahalls for the ultimate y2k fantasy and shop everything inspired by the pop princess, the legendary, one and only Britney Spears.
Henceforth Comedy Late Night
A secret underground late-night comedy show attracting national headliners, unannounced drop-ins, and Cleveland's funniest.
In Cahoots, an Evening of Magic & Mentalism with The Alans
In Cahoots is a power-house performance of mind-blowing new magic and mentalism along with astonishing classics from past seasons.
Cleveland Asian Festival
The Cleveland Asian Festival has it all: 100+ vendors and exhibitors, 30 local restaurants and food trucks, free activities, free games, an Asian Pop Dance Cover competition, a trivia challenge, and awesome mascots.
Rid-All Green Partnership Armed Forces Day Celebration
A fun family day on Rid-All Urban Farm.
Jonathan van Halem (Fallon) Headlines Hilarities
Jonathan van Halem is a stand-up comedian based out of New York City. Jonathan currently works at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and previously worked at Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News.
VIP Experience Brewery Tour
Go beyond the beer with a Brewery Exclusive Experience. Nerd out with behind-the-scenes access to their sensory lab, and taste limited and small-batch brews you won’t find anywhere else just like the pros do.
Breakfast at Tiffany's Mother's Day Brunch
Treat Mom to a brunch buffet paired with specialty cocktails, bottomless mimosas, and curated vendors for a beautifully elevated day.