CLEVELAND, Ohio — Northeast Ohio is never lacking in fun events and entertainment in the middle of summer, and 2024 is proving to be no different.
Greater Cleveland is in the middle of the best season for outdoor concerts, street festivals and other warm-weather activities, and the calendar proves it. Here are 25 things to do in Greater Cleveland this weekend and beyond, from sporting events to outdoor markets.
Kaulig Companies Championship rounds
The Kaulig Companies Championship kicks off at Akron Firestone’s South Course on Thursday. Every day through Sunday will feature a different round, with a trophy ceremony on the final day. Concerts are held at the course after play concludes during the first three days, with artists like Marc Lee Shannon, Kameron Marlowe and The Vindys with The Commonheart on the schedule. One-day tickets start at $30.
Gates open at 9 a.m. on July 11-12; 8:30 a.m. on July 13-14
Firestone Country Club, 452 East Warner Road, Akron
July 11-14
Norah Jones with Mavis Staples
Nine-time Grammy winner Norah Jones is touring her ninth studio album “Visions” this summer. She’ll perform in Cleveland with soul legend Mavis Staples, one of her many past duet partners and influences. Tickets start at $78.25.
8 p.m. July 11
Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls
Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody
The Cleveland Orchestra will perform Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody as part of its Summers at Severance program. The show will feature pianist Inon Barnatan’s debut at Severance Hall, with Oksana Lyniv as conductor. Tickets start at $19.
7 p.m. July 11
Mandel Concert Hall at Severance Music Center, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
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Slightly Stoopid and Dirty Heads: Slightly Dirty Summer Tour
The eclectic SoCal septet, which describes itself as “a fusion of folk, rock, reggae, and blues with hip-hop, funk, metal, and punk,” teams up with the reggae/ska and fellow SoCal band Dirty Heads for a hip-swiveling evening of horn-heavy grooves. Common Kings and the Elovaters open. Tickets start at $60.
6 p.m. July 11
Jacobs Pavilion, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland
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Lake County Captains vs. Lansing Lugnuts
The Lake County Captains have four games in a row at home against the Lansing Lugnuts. Promotions for these games include fireworks, Dawgs Day, Halloween in July, ‘Merica Night and more. Tickets start at $10.
7 p.m. July 11-13; 1 p.m., July 14
Classic Auto Group Park, 35300 Vine St., Eastlake
Luke Bryan: Mind of a Country Boy Tour 2024
Bryan, an “American Idol” judge and five-time Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year, is stopping by Northeast Ohio. Dillion Carmichael, Alana Springsteen Larry Fleet and DJ Rock will open. Tickets start at $89.25.
7 p.m. July 12
Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls
Be Our Guest: The Disney DJ Night
House of Blues Cleveland is hosting Be Our Guest – a Disney-themed DJ night for adults. The 18-and-older event will be in the Cambridge Room and feature a medley of nostalgic tracks from Disney movies, TV shows and beyond. Tickets start at $20.
7 p.m. July 12
House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Walkabout Tremont
It’s the second Friday of every month, meaning it’s time for another Walkabout Tremont. The event highlights the walkability of Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood with its many restaurants, shops, art galleries and beyond. Pop-up vendors, food and drink specials, live music and more is in store for the celebration, with July’s theme being “American Classics.”
5 p.m. July 12
Tremont
experiencetremont.com/featured-events/walkabout-tremont/
2024 Pan-American Masters Games
The International Masters Games Association is hosting the 2024 Pan-American Masters Games in Cleveland. Thousands of athletes of all ages will travel to town from around the globe to participate in more than two dozen sports. The full schedule is available online.
July 12-21
Several venues across Greater Cleveland
Brad Williams with special guest J.B. Ball
Brad Williams will bring his hilarious stand-up comedy to Northeast Ohio. Williams is known for several TV appearances, including his stand-up specials like “Fun Size” and “The Degenerates.” Tickets start at $30.
7 p.m. July 12
Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron
Summerfest at Hofbrauhaus Cleveland
Hofbrauhaus Cleveland is hosting four parties all year long to celebrate its 10th anniversary, with Summerfest set for this weekend. Live music, games and $10 liters are a few of the specials in store for the celebration.
July 12-14
Hofbrauhaus Cleveland, 1550 Chester Ave., Cleveland
Lake Erie Crushers vs. Evansville Otters
The Lake Erie Crushers will take on the Evansville Otters in three back-to-back games at home. Promotions during the trio of weekend games include two fireworks shows, Barbie Day and Women in Sports Night. Tickets start at $11.
7:05 p.m. July 12-13; 2:05 p.m. July 14
Crushers Stadium, 2009 Baseball Blvd., Avon
FarmFest
FarmFest returns this weekend to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Animal encounters, wagon rides, educational activities, pony rides and more will be available during the all-day event. Free admission.
9 a.m. July 13
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland
lakemetroparks.com/events-activities/events/farmfest
Apparatus Day at Western Reserve Fire Museum and Education Center
Fire-truck fans will have to stop by the Western Reserve Fire Museum for Apparatus Day. Many restored and original trucks will be on display in the museum’s plaza alongside food vendors, kids’ activities and museum tours.
10 a.m. July 13
The Western Reserve Fire Museum and Education Center, 310 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland
Twist Social Club 25h Anniversary
Twist Social Club, a beloved LGBTQ+ bar and nightclub on Cleveland’s West Side, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. As part of the party, Twist will be hosting a drag showdown with performers Malibu Peruu, Betty Aboddum, Anhedonia Delight and Erica Martinez. No cover charge.
8 p.m. July 13.
Twist Social Club, 11633 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland
Summer Nights City Market
City Goods hosts its City Market on the second Saturday of each month during the warm-weather season. In July, City Goods opts to host a night market. The event will feature a variety of items to peruse from local vendors alongside food, drinks and live music.
4 p.m. July 13
City Goods, 1442 W. 28th St., Cleveland
St. Vladimir Cathedral Ukrainian Festival
St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma is hosting its annual Ukrainian Festival. Ukrainian food, art, live music and more will take over Parma’s Ukrainian village for the all-day event. Admissions is free.
Noon July 13
St. Vladimir Cathedral, 5913 State Road, Parma
Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace
‘Tis the season for the Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace. The festivities, entertainment, performances, themed weekends and more are every Saturday and Sunday this summer. Tickets start at $25.
11 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 11
3033 Ohio 534, Rock Creek
Cleveland Fashion Gala 2024
The 2024 Cleveland Fashion Gala is a joint-charity fashion show raising money for the Sweetest Day Foundation and David Njoku’s God Is Excellent Foundation. This year’s theme is “The New Roaring Twenties of Fashion” and will feature a variety of celebrity collaborators.
5:30 p.m. July 14
Cleveland City Hall Rotunda, 601 Lakeside Ave. E., Cleveland
Train & REO Speedwagon – Summer Road Trip 2024
Pop hitmakers Train team up with REO Speedwagon, one of their classic pop-rock progenitors, giving fans a night of hits. Tickets start at $48.65 for Monday’s performance.
6 p.m. July 15
Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls
Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire: Heart & Soul Tour 2024
A pair of Rock Hall inducted groups, Chicago (2016) and Earth, Wind & Fire (2000), team up for an evening filled with tunes that resemble the sound of middle and late 1970s radio. So many memorable horn charts on top of so many classic grooves should have the likely Boomer-heavy crowd dancing in their seats. Tickets start at $38.55.
7:30 p.m. July 16
Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls
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“MJ”
“MJ,” the musical based on the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour, kicks off its stint in Cleveland next week. The show will be performed at the KeyBank State Theatre through August. Tickets start at $39.
7:30 p.m. July 16-17
KeyBank State Theatre, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Alanis Morissette: The Triple Moon Tour
Canadian alt-rock goddess Alanis Morissette returns to Blossom with 2015 Rock Hall inductee Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and up-and-coming Nashville singer-songwriter Morgan Wade opening. Tickets start at $25.55.
7 p.m. July 17
Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls
Asian Lantern Festival
The Asian Lantern Festival returns at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Attractions include a 50-foot-tall pagoda, walk-through tunnels and immersive themed areas, including Crystal World and the Blooming Gardens. Live acrobatic performances will be featured every hour, and culturally inspired food will be available. Advance tickets start at $24 ($21 for members).
Through Aug. 25
3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland
Related: Asian Lantern Festival returns to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Redd Kross & Dale Crover
Dale Crover, Melvins drummer, supports the legendary band in a show at Beachland Ballroom presented alongside Grog Shop. Tickets start at $25.
7 p.m. July 17
Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland
Alex Darus writes about food, dining and drinking for Cleveland.com, check out her latest posts here. You can reach her with story ideas at [email protected]. Follow her on Instagram @alex_darus.
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