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April
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17 Must-Attend Summer Festivals in the Cleveland Area This Year
Summer in Cleveland is a magical thing — what with the booming sports season (go Indians!), shaded patios where you can enjoy the best of the diverse food scene, and plenty of fun lakefront activities on the shores of Lake Erie. There are hundreds of ways you could spend your Cleveland summer, but one of our favorite things about the season is all of the incredible festivals around town!
To help you get started on planning your itinerary, we rounded up 17 of our most anticipated festivals this season. No matter what you're into — art, music and even garlic — there's a summer event just for you on this list!
This four-day waterfront festival offers plenty of opportunities to experience live entertainment, historical exhibits, food, beverages and explore the Tall Ships themselves! The event kicks off with a Parade of Sail on Thursday evening, featuring a display of ten sailing vessels. So, "seas" the day and get your tickets to this family-friendly event today!
Celebrating its 25th year in 2019, the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival is the premier food and wine event of the entire year! Stroll through colorful tents, picnic tables and groves of tall oak trees while sampling wines from Ohio wineries. There will also be a great deal of delicious food, cooking demonstrations, live music, shopping opportunities and spectacular Friday night fireworks!
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June | July | August
June
Crafted Fest
When: June 1 Where: Lincoln Park Cleveland offers some of the best food, beer and music around so why not enjoy them all at once at Crafted Fest this summer? At this Ohio festival, you can savor artisanal dishes from creative Cleveland restaurants; explore the craft beer community by sampling brews from local breweries; and rock out to some amazing music from local bands!Parade the Circle
When: June 8 Where: Circle Village For over 30 years, the Cleveland Museum has been bringing this free summer event to the Greater Cleveland area. During this festival, guests from all over the world will join local artists, families, schools and community groups in an incredible parade of bright costumes, giant puppets, stilt dancers, colorful floats and more!Duck Tape Festival
When: June 13-15 Where: Veterans Memorial Park Get creative at this annual free festival presented by the Duck brand. Strut a Duck tape masterpiece down the runway at the Duck Tape Fashion Show, build a float for the parade, or simply spend the day enjoying food and goods from local vendors. No matter what you decide to do, you're definitely in for a wacky show!Larchmere PorchFest
When: June 15 Where: Larchmere Boulevard Come out to Larchmere Boulevard this summer for a unique festival featuring 30 local bands performing on 30 porches throughout the neighborhood! This family-friendly event will feature bands from all different genres so there's a little something for everyone. Don't forget to pick up a map from the information tent and bring some sunscreen and a chair with you when you go!Great Lakes Burning River Fest
When: June 21-22 Where: The Historic Coast Guard Station
Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland
When: June 27-29 Where: Playhouse Square Cleveland might be known as the rock and roll capital, but we also happen to have some of the best jazz in the nation! The Tri-C JazzFest is even recognized as one of the most diverse jazz festivals in the country — and it's right here in Cleveland. Visit to watch the best jazz vocalists and instrumentalists around (past performances include Ella Fitzgerald, Sun Ra and Miles Davis!) along with some up-and-coming and established R&B, soul, blues and gospel acts.Waterloo Arts Fest
When: June 29 Where: Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District The 17th annual Waterloo Arts Festival will welcome over 40 local bands to the stage this year, along with plenty of local art vendors and some of Cleveland's best food trucks for you to enjoy. There will also be several interactive art experiences for all ages, so roll up your sleeves and get a little dirty, all while supporting this creative and unique community!July
Tall Ships Festival
When: July 11-14 Where: Downtown Cleveland's Lakefront
This four-day waterfront festival offers plenty of opportunities to experience live entertainment, historical exhibits, food, beverages and explore the Tall Ships themselves! The event kicks off with a Parade of Sail on Thursday evening, featuring a display of ten sailing vessels. So, "seas" the day and get your tickets to this family-friendly event today!
Cain Park Arts Festival
When: July 12-14 Where: Cain Park Spend a beautiful summer day perusing some fantastic art from local and national creators! At the Cain Park Arts Festival, explore arts and fine crafts and supporting small businesses from all over the country. This three-day festival held in the beautiful and artistic Cain Park is one you don't want to miss, so get your tickets here!The Cleveland Flea
When: July 13-14 Where: 3615 Superior Avenue
Photo courtesy of Julianna Arendash Photography via the Cleveland Flea
This isn't your traditional flea market! The Cleveland Flea is one of Ohio's most popular markets where you can experience creativity at its finest. Shop from talented artists and vendors, sample delicious treats from local makers, or settle in with a cold, refreshing craft beer — it's entirely up to you!The Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace
When: Saturdays and Sundays, July 13-August 18 Where: 3033 Ohio 534, Rock Creek Travel back in time to a different age at the Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace! At this unique festival, you can enjoy countless activities in the Shire of Avaloch, including shopping for treasures, watching crafter demonstrations and trying your hand at activities like archery and axe-throwing. Get your tickets here!Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival
When: July 19-21 Where: Berea Fairgrounds Celebrate the rich history and traditions of the Irish at this family-friendly, non-profit festival this summer! With live music, Celtic dancers, delicious food, Irish exhibits, workshops and even a coffee house, you won't run out of things to do all weekend. Plus, proceeds from the event go to local and national charities so you can have fun all while supporting those in need!August
Vintage Ohio Wine Festival
When: August 2-3 Where: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Celebrating its 25th year in 2019, the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival is the premier food and wine event of the entire year! Stroll through colorful tents, picnic tables and groves of tall oak trees while sampling wines from Ohio wineries. There will also be a great deal of delicious food, cooking demonstrations, live music, shopping opportunities and spectacular Friday night fireworks!
Feast of the Assumption
When: August 15-18 Where: Little Italy "The Feast" is one of our favorite events of the year and one of the most popular festivals in Cleveland! This four-day Catholic street festival originated in 1898 and surrounds the famed Holy Rosary Church on Mayfield Road, but you definitely don't have to be Catholic to enjoy the festivities. This event also celebrates Cleveland's Italian heritage with live musical performances, interactive exhibits, carnival rides and plenty of food from local restaurants!The Flats Festival of the Arts
When: August 17-18 Where: 1055 Old River Road The Flats Festival of the Arts is back again for its 4th year! Enjoy a weekend full of unique art and craftsmanship from local and national creators all featured throughout the Flats East Bank. Not only will you get to experience some incredible art, but you can also settle in and watch performances from many of the regions most talented musicians and dancers.The Cleveland Garlic Festival
When: August 24-25 Where: Shaker Square
Photo courtesy of the Cleveland Garlic Festival
There won't be a lack of flavor or smells at this unique festival in the heart of Cleveland! At the Cleveland Garlic Festival, enjoy delicious garlic-laden food along with Top Chef Grill Offs, the crowning of Miss Garlic 2019, live music, a bungee trampoline, garlic ice cream and so much more (including Garlic Man himself!).Cleveland Oktoberfest 2019
When: August 30-September 2 Where: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds Head out to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds this summer for one of the country's fastest growing and most authentic German festivals! At Cleveland Oktoberfest, enjoy live entertainment, plenty of German cuisine, fun costumes, and, of course, beer!Have a great summer!
Did we miss your favorite CLE summer festival? Let us know in the comments!
October
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17 Kid-Friendly Halloween Events in the Cleveland Area 2018
October has officially begun! Believe it or not, that means Halloween is creeping up around the corner. There are plenty of ways to celebrate this spooky holiday throughout the Cleveland area. We've gathered a collection of kid-friendly Halloween events to ensure all ages are involved in the festivities this year!
From trick-or-treating at the zoo to costumed pet parades and 5Ks to train rides, don't miss these kid-friendly Halloween happenings throughout the Cleveland area this October.
Goblins in the Garden at Holden Arboretum
October 6 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Location:
August
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14 Must-Attend Labor Day Weekend Events in Cleveland, Akron and the Surrounding Areas
Labor Day weekend unofficially marks the last weekend of summer, but that doesn't mean it's a somber occasion. On the contrary, the holiday typically warrants a day off from school and work to explore local attractions and attend countless celebratory events and festivals around town.
We rounded up 14 of the most highly anticipated Labor Day weekend events in Cleveland, Akron and the surrounding areas, including free yoga classes, comedy festivals, foodie-centric soirées and family-friendly gatherings. Let's send summer off in style!
Since 1823, The Great Geauga County Fair has delighted residents and visitors alike with livestock, live entertainment, mouthwatering fair food, thrilling rides and so much more. This year, the festival is expecting more than 13,000 exhibits, over 2,000 animals, hundreds of commercial displays and vendors, and contests such as chicken flying, frog jumping and the diaper dash. And if you can't imagine what those contests would look like, you'll have to come see for yourself!
The Cleveland National Air Show has been a local tradition since 1964. The thrilling show combines educational exhibits with flybys and tactical demonstrations by air teams. There are also plenty of interactive activities on the ground! Bring the whole family to get cockpit photos, meet pilots and enjoy the show.
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra is known for its stellar, jaw-dropping concerts performed on the Fourth of July, Labor Day and several other occasions throughout the year. In honor of Labor Day, come enjoy this free concert in Ely Square, featuring world-class jazz and blues music.
Accidental Comedy Fest
When: August 29-September 2, showtimes vary Where: Pickwick & Frolic, Cleveland The seventh annual Accidental Comedy Fest is slated to be more entertaining than ever before, showcasing the biggest names in Cleveland comedy as well as emerging talent from all over the country! Come get your belly laughs at one of the nine main shows between Wednesday, August 29 and Sunday, September 2. Get ticketsThe Great Geauga County Fair
When: August 30-September 3, times vary Where: 14373 North Cheshire Street, Burton
Since 1823, The Great Geauga County Fair has delighted residents and visitors alike with livestock, live entertainment, mouthwatering fair food, thrilling rides and so much more. This year, the festival is expecting more than 13,000 exhibits, over 2,000 animals, hundreds of commercial displays and vendors, and contests such as chicken flying, frog jumping and the diaper dash. And if you can't imagine what those contests would look like, you'll have to come see for yourself!
The St. Rocco Festival
When: August 30-September 3, times vary Where: St. Rocco Parish, Cleveland Hosted at St. Rocco Parish annually in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood, this festival is a hit year after year! Rides, games, live music and delicious Italian bites collide to create a fun experience the entire family can enjoy.Lotus Summerdance
When: August 30-September 2, times vary Where: Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, Garrettsville Lotus, Broccoli Samurai, Luke the Knife, and Eli Winderman are just a few of the names performing at this exciting electronic festival at Nelson Ledges Quarry Park — and Lotus will headline on Friday, Saturday and Sunday! While you're dancing, enjoy bites from food trucks, local vendors and more.Believe in CLE
When: August 31, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Where: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland
Photo courtesy of Believe in CLE
Attention, yogis! You won't want to miss this outdoor yoga festival at Cleveland's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Enjoy a gigantic yoga class that is perfect for all levels and stay for food, beer, a DJ and more until 9:30 p.m. Admission is completely free — all you need to bring is your mat and a few of your favorite people!Dinner With Strangers
When: August 31, 7-10 p.m. Where: Toby's Plaza, Cleveland Hosted by the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland, this event allows you to enjoy a complimentary, three-course meal al fresco with familiar (and not so familiar) faces! The casual networking dinner will take place off-site at Toby's Plaza and will feature food from some of Uptown's best restaurants.Cleveland National Air Show
When: September 1-3, times vary Where: The Burke Lakefront Airport, Cleveland
The Cleveland National Air Show has been a local tradition since 1964. The thrilling show combines educational exhibits with flybys and tactical demonstrations by air teams. There are also plenty of interactive activities on the ground! Bring the whole family to get cockpit photos, meet pilots and enjoy the show.
Cleveland Oktoberfest
When: August 31-September 3, times vary Where: The Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, BereaWeiner dog races, beer stein-holding competitions, polka dancing and more await you at Cleveland's Oktoberfest! This annual festival invites you to don silly hats and lederhosen to celebrate German culture and indulge in delicious treats like bratwurst, pierogi, goulash, wienerschnitzel and more. Plus, there will be free-flowing beer at booths around the festival.
Made in Ohio Art & Craft Festival
When: August 31-September 2, times vary Where: Hale Farm & Village, Bath Crafts, music, culinary goods and more await you at this local festival — and it's all made right here in Ohio! Celebrate our local artists and performers over Labor Day weekend and peruse the vendor booths to find something good to take home.Summer Sunset Blast
When: September 1-2, 3-10 p.m. Where: Silver Springs Park, Stow Featuring fireworks, kids' activities, festival food, refreshing beverages and interactive games, the Summer Sunset Blast is the best way to celebrate the end of the summer if you're in the area. Bring the whole family to climb the rock wall, dance along to live music and play bubble soccer! The fireworks take place on Sunday evening as the grand finale of the event.SEUCC JazzFest
When: September 1, 2-7 p.m. Where: South Euclid United Church of Christ, South Euclid Award-winning jazz musicians from across Northeast Ohio will perform at this five-hour outdoor concert. Tap along to the beats while you peruse offerings from local food trucks and soak in the sunshine. Proceeds benefit the SEUCC CDF Freedom School, a summer literacy and empowerment program that helps curb summer learning loss and close achievement gaps.Cleveland Pops Concert
When: September 1, 7 p.m. Where: Ely Square, Elyria
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra is known for its stellar, jaw-dropping concerts performed on the Fourth of July, Labor Day and several other occasions throughout the year. In honor of Labor Day, come enjoy this free concert in Ely Square, featuring world-class jazz and blues music.
The Great Trail Arts & Crafts Festival
When: September 1-3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: 6331 Canton Road, Malvern The Great Trail Festival is a celebration of American Folk Art — both contemporary and traditional. This unique experience invites you to discover local artists and take a step back in time with living history demonstrations. It's guaranteed to be fun for the whole family!Taste of Hudson
When: September 2-3, times vary Where: Downtown Hudson It would be wise to come hungry to this foodie-targeted festival in Hudson! The event over Labor Day weekend is highly anticipated year after year and features more than a dozen local restaurants offering up small bites. While you're tasting the local flavors, make sure to check out the interactive children's area, the wine and beer garden, the live performances, and more than 75 vendor and artist booths!Enjoy your three day weekend!
What Labor Day event are you most looking forward to this year? Let us know in the comments!
May
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21 Summer Festivals in Cleveland to Look Forward to This Year
There are so many reasons to love summer in Cleveland — the shaded patios, the lush greenery, lakeside activities on the shores of Lake Erie — we could go on. But one of our favorite things about this season is the abundance of summer festivals around town!
From upscale flea markets to outdoor concerts and food festivals, there is so much going on this summer in Cleveland and plenty of opportunities to celebrate our incredible community. We rounded up 21 events that we are most looking forward to, so grab your calendars and start planning!
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ALL SUMMER
The Cleveland Flea
When: Summer dates include June 9, July 14 and August 11 Where: 3615 Superior Avenue, ClevelandA far cry from a traditional flea market, the Cleveland Flea is one of Ohio's most respected and popular markets. Come experience local creativity at its finest by shopping from talented artists and vendors, sampling delicious eats from local purveyors and sipping a refreshing craft beer.
The Front Porch Concert Series
When: June 22-August 31 Where: The Lakewood Public Library, Lakewood
Photo courtesy of Alex Belisle Photography via LakewoodAlive
LakewoodAlive's Front Porch Concert Series will return to the steps of the Lakewood Public Library this summer! Enjoy free, live music every Friday evening in the heart of downtown, with genres ranging from folk to rock to jazz.JUNE
ideastream's Grand Tastings and Seminars Event
When: June 1-2 Where: Playhouse Square, Cleveland Calling all foodies and wine aficionados! This fantastic, educational event will feature tastings, seminars, a silent auction and plenty of wine. The event will kick off with a grand tasting on Friday evening. During the Saturday sessions, learn about proper wine pairings, the intricacies of sparkling wine, and more from the experts — including legendary Chef Jacques Pépin.The 15th Annual Duck Tape Festival
When: June 15-16 Where: 3701 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Avon Live music, a parade and… giant duct tape creations? This wacky, free festival presented by Duck® brand is definitely one you have to attend at least once. Strut your stuff in the Duck® Tape Fashion Show, build a Duck® Tape float for the parade, build a craft, shop from local vendors, or simply enjoy the show!Cleveland Summer Beerfest
When: June 16 (two sessions) Where: Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica, Cleveland Come see what's brewing at the Cleveland Beerfest! Thousands of craft beer fans will converge on Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica to enjoy creations from Cleveland's best local breweries. While you're sipping, munch on bites from local food trucks and dance along to live music.The Second Annual Share the River Ramble
When: June 22 Where: Rivergate Park, Cleveland Come enjoy this free run/walk along the Cuyahoga River riverfront! The 2.5 or 5-mile routes will connect participants to segments that have recently been changed into a park or bike path. After the race, enjoy a party at the finish line with music, craft beer and more at Rivergate Park.The 2018 Waterloo Arts Fest
When: June 30 Where: Waterloo Road Between East 161st Street and Calcutta Avenue, Cleveland The Waterloo Arts Fest will welcome more than 40 local bands, a mix of talented vendors, incredible food trucks and exciting, interactive art experiences for all ages. Need we say more?JULY
Rock n' Boom
When: July 4 Where: The Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Celebrate America's birthday by exploring the exhibits at the Great Lakes Science Center. When the sun goes down, venture out to the Steamship Mather to enjoy the Fourth of July fireworks from the deck! Food and drinks will be available for purchase.The Kale & Ale Festival
When: July 7 Where: Lincoln Park, Cleveland Beer and food lovers, take note! The Kale and Ale Festival will host seven of your favorite Cleveland restaurants and an impressive lineup of breweries for this fabulous (and delicious) event. Discover inspiring dishes from the farm-to-fork movement, sip a refreshing bevvie, dance along to live music, and shop from local vendors! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland, so grab your tickets today.The Big Bounce America
When: July 13-15 Where: Victory Park, North Ridgeville As long as you are a child at heart, you are bound to enjoy this larger-than-life bounce house experience. The Big Bounce is the world's largest family-friendly bounce house, and will be open to adults and children in Cleveland for one weekend this summer! Take your fun to new heights and come experience more than 10,000 square feet of fun, games and laughter.The Lakewood Summer Meltdown
When: July 14 Where: Downtown Lakewood
Photo courtesy of The Lakewood Citizen via LakewoodAlive
Presented by everyone's favorite grilled cheese shop, Melt Bar & Grilled, the Lakewood Summer Meltdown is one of the region's most highly anticipated street parties. In fact, it welcomed nearly 10,000 attendees last year! Enjoy a 5K race (or a 1-mile kids' fun run), outdoor activities, games, food vendors, a beer garden, live music and so much more. And the best part? Admission is completely free.The Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace
When: Weekends, July 14 through August 19 Where: 3033 Ohio 534, Rock Creek Step back in time at the Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace. Guests will be able to enjoy countless activities in the Shire of Avaloch, including shopping for covetable treasures, cheering on the jousters, and tasting food fit for a king! Make sure to try your hand at archery or ax-throwing, and get a thrill on one of the rides.Taste of Tremont
When: July 15 Where: Professor Avenue, Tremont It's no secret that the Tremont neighborhood is a mecca for foodies, and this festival allows you to experience the best of the best. Taste food from Tremont's best chefs, peruse spectacular art displays, sip on craft cocktails, mead, wine or beer, shop from local vendors and dance along to live music.The Summer Market
When: July 27 & 28 Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Avon Lake This unique outdoor festival takes place on the shore of Lake Erie and hosts thousands of guests each year. Come shop for unique furniture, gorgeous jewelry, statement-making art and other handmade wares, along with fresh produce and baked goods! After shopping, you can grab a bite from the surrounding food trucks, dance along to live music or simply enjoy the stunning lake views.The 10th Annual Scene Ale Festival
When: July 28 Where: Lincoln Park, Cleveland
Photo courtesy of Emanuel Wallace via the Scene Ale Festival
Celebrate Cleveland's incredible craft beer scene at this local festival in Lincoln Park. Tickets start at $40, and the price of admission will earn you 15 drink tickets, access to more than 80 craft beers from the region's best breweries, live music, food booths and more. And don't leave man's best friend behind — this festival is dog-friendly!AUGUST
The 2018 Feast of the Assumption
When: August 15-18 Where: Little Italy, Cleveland The annual Feast of the Assumption Festival (locally referred to as "The Feast") is an event that Clevelanders look forward to each year. The four-day Catholic street festival originated in 1898 and surrounds the famed Holy Rosary Church on Mayfield Road. You don't have to be Catholic to enjoy the festivities, as is also serves as a general celebration of Cleveland's storied Italian heritage. Enjoy live musical performances, interactive exhibits, carnival rides, games, fireworks and more! Come hungry, because there will also be booths from local restaurants lining the street.The Great Lakes Burning River Fest
When: August 17-18 Where: The Historic Coast Guard Station, Cleveland The Great Lakes Burning River Fest will return for its 17th year, bringing danceable live music, refreshing craft beer and delicious bites to the Cleveland waterfront. Enjoy an impressive lineup of cold craft brews from Great Lakes Brewery and spectacular performances from the likes of Wesley Bright & the Honeytones and Robert DeLong. Plus, dance along to a silent disco inside the boathouse from DJ Red-I!Cleveland Donauschwaben Sommer Oktoberfest
When: August 17-19 Where: 7370 Columbia Road, Olmsted Township You don't have to wait until fall to experience Oktoberfest! Don your best lederhosen and head down to Olmsted Township for live entertainment, folk dancing, German food, pastries and German-style brews!The Cleveland Garlic Festival
When: August 25-26 Where: Shaker Square, Cleveland You won't find any bland food at this unique culinary festival — garlic-centric dishes are the name of the game! This year's festival will feature an impressive lineup of garlic-laden food from the area's top chefs, plus fun additions like chef grill-offs, the Miss Garlic 2018 competition, Mitchell's garlic ice cream, the Ohio Cheese Guild Tent, live music, a kids area, a bungee trampoline and so much more!Cleveland Oktoberfest 2018
When: August 31-September 3 Where: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Middleburg Heights Come experience German culture at Cleveland's Oktoberfest festival! Attendees will enjoy live entertainment, a full lineup of mouthwatering German cuisine, several chicken dances, fun costumes, German beer and so much more.Have fun this summer!
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