Micro Theater CLE returns to Tremont
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-02
Micro Theater CLE is coming to Tremont this November 1st and 2nd, and we’re excited to announce the incredible lineup of unique venues that will host our free pop-up festival for short performances in small spaces! Following the success of our spring event at the historic Brownhoist building, where 500 people attended 90 shows from 16 productions, this fall we’re taking over Tremont, bringing micro performances to bars, coffee shops, private homes, and surprise spaces.
Participating venues include:
Lincoln Park Pub: Enjoy a pint while watching a accordian battle between “the potato countries and tomato countries”.
Civilization Coffee Shop: Have some hot apple cider and see improvised opera or a “Jewbilant” coming out story set on the first night of Hanukkah.
Eikona Studios Storefront: Experience boundary-pushing immersive performance in this storefront at 10th and Literary.
Private Homes and Secret Spaces: Pop into the living rooms of Tremont residents or follow us to surprise locations around the neighborhood.
Micro Theater CLE’s venues reflect our commitment to bringing new performance directly into the community, making it accessible and engaging in the places where people live, work, and play. Each performance will be 15 minutes or less, with time in between to grab a drink, explore the neighborhood, and make new friends.
Produced by Mindy Herman, Samantha Cocco, and Jon Morgan, Micro Theater CLE celebrates Cleveland’s vibrant performing arts culture by producing pop-up performing arts festivals in unconventional venues around the city.
For more information, visit our website at microtheatercle.com or reach out to us at info@microtheatercle.com.

Beyond the Past: Indigenous Voices in the 21st Century Panel Discussion
2024-11-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Louis Stokes Wing Auditorium, 525 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH, United States
The Cleveland Public Library Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department would like to invite you to join us on November 9, 2024.

Cleveland Pet Outreach Center Holiday Party
2024-12-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Bohemian Hall, 4939 Broadway Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44127, United States
Join Councilwoman Rebecca Maurer in supporting and celebrating Neighborhood Pets this season, at its Holiday Party.
“Times are tough for Clevelanders, and Neighborhood Pets feels that each and every day at our Resource Center in the Slavic Village community of Cleveland. This event is an opportunity to provide a reprieve for the community from the stress of the holidays,” says Executive Director and Founder Becca Britton.
Event will feature:
● Community hot meal and refreshments
● Raffle prizes and giveaways including children’s toys, home goods, winter clothing, and more.
● Free pet supplies
● Pictures with Santa
WHAT: 9th Annual Neighborhood Pets Client Holiday Party
WHO: Neighborhood Pets Outreach & Resource Center
WHEN: Saturday, December 14 at 11:00 am-1:30 pm
WHERE: Bohemian Hall, 4939 Broadway Ave. Cleveland OH 44127.
*Parking lot located behind the building off of Pershing Ave.
“Neighborhood Pets is a pillar of the Slavic Village community,” said Ward 12 Councilwoman Maurer. “We’re grateful for how they care for not just the pets but also their owners. This annual holiday party is a great way to build community and show appreciation – we’re thrilled to be a sponsor.”

Roots of Creativity: A Kwanzaa Celebration at Cleveland Public Library
2024-12-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Woodland Branch – Cleveland Public Library, 5906 Woodland Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44104, United States
Kuumba, the sixth principle of Kwanzaa, emphasizes the use of creativity to uplift and strengthen the community, with the goal of leaving it more beautiful and beneficial than when inherited. In partnership with Djapo Cultural Arts Institute, the event will immerse participants in a rich tapestry of African and African American cultural traditions, promoting unity, empowerment, and creativity through soulful music, captivating storytelling, and communal engagement.
Date:Friday, December 27, 2024
Time:4:00pm – 5:30pm
Branch:Woodland
Audience:All Ages

MLK Jr. Day Celebration at Cleveland Museum of Art
2025-01-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, United States
Join the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) on Monday, January 20, as they honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This free daylong celebration explores how the moving passages of Dr. King’s writings and speeches shed light on the museum’s collection and offers a chance to create a work of art inspired by his legacy. Activities for the day are inspired by The King Center’s 2025 theme, Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence. Visitors can partake in activities including storytelling, art making, and reflective writing prompts, and receive free admission to Picasso and Paper, the long-anticipated exhibition that explores Picasso’s lifelong experimentation with paper.
Activities include the following:

A musical performance in the CMA’s contemporary art galleries

12:00–12:45 pm

Film screenings for children and adults

Children’s animated shorts, Celebrating Black Stories, 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Alice Street, 1:00 pm–2:00 p.m.

Poetry reading by the Most Promising, 2:00–2:30 pm

Dance performance by Mayne Attraction, 2:45–3:00 p.m.

Artworks from the Education Art Collection

Ingalls Library and Museum Archives pop-up

Printmaking with Zygote Press

Gallery spotlight tours, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.

Gallery art stories for families, 12:15–12:45 p.m.

Visitors are also welcome to explore the CMA’s galleries and current exhibitions, including Picasso and Paper, Rose B. Simpson: Strata, and Demons, Ghosts, and Goblins in Chinese Art on its closing day. Provenance Café and the museum store are open throughout the day.

New This Year!
Guests are invited to use the complimentary University Circle Inc. shuttle to travel between the CMA in University Circle and the Community Arts Center (CAC) in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood to explore more opportunities for engagement. Shuttles depart every 20–30 minutes.

The CAC celebrates and honors the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by engaging in the King Foundation’s 2025 theme, Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence. Visitors can participate in visual arts activities inspired by Dr. King’s legacy and print their own themed poster designed by a local artist, courtesy of Future Ink Graphics.

The Friends of the Maltz Museum present Holocaust Education and Remembrance Day
2025-01-26 12:00 - 17:00 | The Maltz Museum, 2929 Richmond Rd., Beachwood, OH, 44122, United States
Sunday, January 26, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Enjoy $5 Admission

The Friends of the Maltz Museum presents Holocaust Education and Remembrance Day. Enjoy $5 admission to tour the galleries and participate in programs offered throughout the day. Admission for Maltz Museum members is free.
12 pm – 5 pm: Explore the Museum’s galleries, including the latest exhibition, DEGENERATE! Hitler’s War on Modern Art.

12:30 pm: Documentary Film Screening of Lost Town, the story of one man’s obsessive search to get closer to his deceased father by uncovering the story of his family and their town of Trochenbrod. Register for the film screening.

2:30 pm: Memory Activated: A talk exploring the history behind a Torah scroll from the Czech town of Kolin and the artistic motivation behind five textiles from the Holocaust Wall Hangings series. Register for the talk.

Spiritual Echoes: A Black History Celebration with the Euclid Symphony Orchestra
2025-02-22 19:00 - 21:00
Location: TBD

Don’t miss the chance to be part of an evening that transcends boundaries and resonates with the spirit of unity and love. Come, celebrate, and be uplifted at the Euclid Symphony Orchestra’s Black History Celebration Concert led by:​

Jimmie A. Parker, Sr., Music Director and Conductor
Eric Barnhill, Choirmaster
Rodney Hubbard, Band Director
Including special guest performers:

Euclid Symphony Orchestra Chorus
The Shaw HS Marching Band

"The Crown Continues: The Art of Natural Hair"
2025-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | 10601 Euclid Ave, 10601 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44106, United States
The Cleveland Public Library’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIAB) Department would like to invite you to join us on February 24, 2025, for “The Crown Continues: The Art of Natural Hair.” Join us as we continue the dialogue on natural hair, celebrating its beauty and diversity while discussing its significance, care practices, and cultural heritage.

Registration is encouraged: https://cpl.libcal.com/event/13139914

Women’s History Day Program—Women in Elected Office in Ohio
2025-03-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Parma Snow Library, 212 Snow Road, Parma, OH, 44134, United States
The League of Women Voters of Greater Cleveland is holding a Women’s History event, called “Building the Bench”, at the Parma Snow Library on March 22 from 1-3 PM. This forum discusses why there are relatively few women in elected public office in Ohio, and how to remedy it. Two experts, Dr. Barbara Palmer of Baldwin-Wallace college, and Fizz White of Matriots will be speaking. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Register at: bit.ly/OHwomeninpolitics.

Hoops for Hunger Cuyahoga DD Sharks (employees) v. Cuyahoga Rockets (Special Olympics team)
2025-03-28 17:30 | Green Road Center, 4329 Green Rd, Highland Hills, OH, 44128, United States
Hoops for Hunger Cuyahoga DD Sharks (employees) v. Cuyahoga Rockets (Special Olympics team)
March 28, 2025: Doors 5:15, tip-off 6:30
Green Road Center, 4329 Green Rd, Highland Hills, OH 44128

Stars in the Classics presents Spring Cabaret
2025-03-29 16:00 - 19:30 | Church of the Western Reserve, 30500 Fairmount Blvd, Pepper Pike, OH, United States
— This spring, Stars in the Classics presents an exhilarating Spring Cabaret that brings to life the rich interplay of classical music and cultural heritage. Featuring extraordinary musicians from top conservatories, this concert celebrates the profound contributions of immigrant and American composers to the chamber music tradition.
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Church of the Western Reserve, 30500 Fairmount Blvd, Pepper Pike, OH
Audiences will be treated to a dynamic program featuring music by legendary composers who made America their home —Igor Stravinsky, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Kurt Weill, and George Gershwin—as well as works by their American counterparts—Leonard Bernstein, Samuel Barber, Amy Beach, and William Grant Still.
“This concert will be a feast for the ears—glorious, expressive, and filled with stunning virtuosity,” says Jodi Kanter, Artistic Director of Musical Upcoming Stars in the Classics (M.U.S.i.C.), the non-profit organization presenting the event. “We’re thrilled to showcase some of the most exceptional young musicians in Northeast Ohio in a program that honors both the American spirit and the global roots of classical music.”
Cost: Admission: $60 patrons, $35 general, $15 students (Reservations suggested); Includes a reception to meet the artists
Featured Performers
This year’s Spring Cabaret boasts an outstanding lineup of international prize winners, top soloists, and rising chamber musicians from Europe, Asia, and the Americas:
Violin – Zachary Brandon, Michelle Bushkova, Maude Cloutier
Piano – Alexander Kostritsa, Muyu Lu, Alexandre Marr, Jackson Naglick
Cello – Brendon Phelps
Clarinet – Jazmin Pascual
Soprano – Catherina Carrington, Lisl Wangermann
Baritone – Drew Russell
Following the performance, guests are invited to meet the musicians at a reception with light refreshments.

Degenerate! Art Exhibition at the Maltz Museum
2025-04-20 08:00 - 17:00 | The Maltz Museum, 2929 Richmond Rd., Beachwood, OH, 44122, United States
The Maltz Museum is thrilled to announce the opening of DEGENERATE! Hitler’s War on Modern Art. The collection features art labeled as ‘degenerate’ by the Nazi regime and used as propaganda to sway public opinion. The exhibition will be on view at the Maltz Museum from October 30, 2024 to April 20, 2025.

DEGENERATE! showcases art from private and public collections, exploring movements, events, and outcomes of being branded “degenerate” and the role it played in public indoctrination to Nazi ideology. Part history, part art show, the exhibition displays works by artists that the Nazis blamed for the moral decline of German culture and society.
In the early 20th century, radical new approaches to art flourished, but as Hitler came to power, that soon changed. Under the control of the Nazi regime, works of art across Europe were confiscated in the thousands. Some were destroyed. Some were sold to build the Nazi war machine. Others were used as propaganda, promoting the idea that certain perspectives and people were “degenerate” and “unworthy of life.”

The Color of Medicine: The Story of Homer G. Phillips Hospital Documentary Screening
2025-04-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Cleveland Public Library – Louis Stokes Wing, 325 Superior Avenue, Lower Level, Louis Stokes Auditorium, , Cleveland, OH, 44114
This compelling film, directed by Joyce Marie Fitzpatrick and Brian Shackelford, explores the profound legacy of Homer G. Phillips Hospital, a vital institution in the medical training of African Americans. Through the personal story of Dr. Earle U. Robinson Jr., the documentary highlights the hospital’s enduring impact on African American history and the medical community.
Event Details:

Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Cleveland Public Library Louis Stokes Wing (325 Superior Avenue, Lower Level, Louis Stokes Auditorium, Cleveland, Ohio 44114)

The public event is free and open to everyone.

Mother’s Day Celebration featuring Musicians Against Dictators
2025-05-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Lincoln Park, 1200 Starkweather Avenue, Cleveland, OH, United States
On Mother’s Day weekend, Clevelanders gather for an inspiring march to celebrate the shared values that
define our community: individual rights, respect for the rule of law and democracy.
On Saturday, May 10, citizens will gather at Lincoln Park in Tremont for an all ages march to say no to the bullies and billionaires who are threatening our freedoms, crippling our children’s future and disappearing residents from our streets.
Some of Cleveland’s premier musicians will perform at this festival, launching the worldwide debut of MAD – Musicians Against Dictators!
This event is hosted by Mobilize the Vote NEO, Cuyahoga Democratic Women’s Caucus, Indivisible NEO, AMIS (Americans Making Immigrants Safe), GRR (Grass Roots Resistance), and GRAB (Grass Roots Activism Bay). All these groups are independent individuals volunteering to plan an enriching community event that benefits everyone.

What: Inspiring all ages rally at 2 featuring Musicians Against Dictators and a “march” around the park.
**Featuring the premiere performance of Musicians Against Dictators.
When: Saturday, May 10, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Lincoln Park, 1200 Starkweather Avenue, Cleveland

ACE Book Sale at CWRU
2025-05-31 10:00 - 2025-06-02 17:00 | 3631 Perkins Avenue, Cleveland, 3631 Perkins Avenue, Cleveland
The Association for Continuing Education (ACE) at Case Western Reserve University Annual Book Sale is held each year during the 1st weekend after Memorial Day. As one of the region’s largest book sales, there are 10s of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl records, rare and collectible books available for purchase.
This beloved community tradition features over 100,000 books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl records, sheet music, and more-all at unbeatable prices starting at just 50 cents. Proceeds from the sale support ACE programs and Off-Campus Studies, making this a wonderful opportunity for the community to shop for a cause.
Dates: May 31 (Preview Sale 10 AM–12 PM, General Sale 12–5 PM), June 1–2 (12–5 PM), June 3 (9 AM–1 PM)

Location: 3631 Perkins Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114 (Door 2), with free onsite parking

Special Offers: $20 Preview Sale, Shopper Coupon Day, and $5 Fill-a-Box Final Day

Rare, collectible, and foreign language books, plus multimedia items

Juneteenth Celebration at Near West Theatre
2025-06-12 16:00 - 22:00 | Near West Theatre, 6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH, United States
Near West Theatre will have a free Summer Plaza Concert for Juneteenth on Thursday, June 12th from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Near West Theatre in Gordon Square.

Parade the Circle
2025-06-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, United States
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s (CMA) Parade the Circle, the beloved tradition celebrating art, culture, and community, returns on Saturday, June 14. The 33rd annual parade takes place in University Circle and features vibrant and imaginative costumes, towering puppets, floats, and intricately crafted masks. This year’s theme, “Magical Allure: A Vibrant Celebration of the Snowy Owl,” addresses the wisdom and exploration we undertake while undergoing the process of change. The CMA invites everyone to celebrate this mystical messenger, a creature that enchants us with its ethereal presence and silent flight.

Conceived by acclaimed artist Héctor Castellanos Lara, who leads the parade for the third consecutive year, this year’s theme reflects the fact that big changes in our lives are imminent and that, as we search for answers, we undergo a process of deep exploration, seeking awareness and spiritual guidance.

Parade kicks off at 12:00 p.m. at the north entrance of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio's Race for Kids
2025-06-21 07:30 - 10:00 | Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH, United States
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio will hold its annual Race for Kids on Saturday, June 21 at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
The event includes a 5K run, a 1-mile walk, kids activities and all-day zoo admission. All runners and walkers receive an official race T-shirt. Early Bird registration pricing runs through May 31. Cost is $25 for the 5K run, $22 for the 1-mile walk and $20 for the virtual 5K or walk. Family and group pricing is also available.
To register, go to www.bgcneo.org and click on the ‘Attend an event’ button.

The CLE Indie Author Expo
2025-06-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Breakthrough Sounds Recording Studio, 7615 Granger Road, Valley View, OH, 44125, United States
Join us for a day celebrating creativity and connection at Cleveland’s first Indie Author Expo!

Solstice at the Cleveland Museum of Art
2025-06-21 19:00 - 2025-06-22 00:00
Celebrate long summer days and hot summer nights at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s (CMA) 14th annual Summer Solstice festival on Saturday, June 21, from 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Solstice, Cleveland’s most anticipated summer spectacular, which combines music, art, dance, and projections, features performances by international bands on the museum’s outdoor south terrace and nationally recognized DJs in the Ames Family Atrium. All-inclusive tickets—covering admission as well as unlimited appetizers and beverages, including beer, wine, and canned cocktails—go on sale for members at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, April 28, followed by the public sale at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29. This event is for guests 21 or older. Early ticket purchasing is recommended as this event is expected to sell out.

This year, Solstice’s main stage features live music sets with a lot of brass instruments and horn sections. Audiences can sonically travel the globe visiting New Orleans, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Spain, and more. The evening kicks off with a second line march by Cleveland’s own Da Land Brass Band followed by performances by Balkan Paradise Orchestra (Spain), El Laberinto del Coco (Puerto Rico), and Mexican Institute of Sound (Mexico). Kevin Jackson, renowned for his innovative and captivating VJ sets, projects original, vibrant content onto the museum’s facade. Projection mapping, lighting displays, and additional decorations electrify the CMA on this energy-filled night.

In the museum’s Ames Family Atrium, guests can dance the night away at It’s a Vibe: Solstice Atrium Takeover, a one-night-only edition of the extremely popular monthly It’s a Vibe dance party hosted every first Saturday at the Foundation Room inside House of Blues Cleveland. Featuring DJ sets by Sound on Tape, Corey Grand, and Knyce, this special Solstice affair blends music, style, and culture into an elevated nightlife experience.

Solstice attendees have the opportunity to enjoy the CMA at night, explore the grounds, visit our permanent collection galleries, enjoy flash talks by museum staff, and experience portions our blockbuster exhibition, Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow.

South Terrace Lineup
· 7:00–8:00 p.m.: Da Land Brass Band
· 8:15–9:15 p.m.: Balkan Paradise Orchestra
· 9:30–10:30 p.m.: El Laberinto del Coco
· 10:45 p.m.–12:00 a.m.: Mexican Institute of Sound

Ames Family Atrium Lineup
· Sound on Tape
· Corey Grand
· Knyce

Near West Theatre's Pride Concert
2025-06-27 16:00 - 22:00 | Near West Theatre, 6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH, United States
The Pride Concert will be held June 27 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. The evening is free and open to all, with live performances, food vendors, crafts, and local organizations sharing resources.

Borderlight Theatre Festival
2025-07-16 - 2025-07-19
The 2025 BorderLight Theatre Festival will take place July 16th-19th across 16 stages in the iconic Playhouse Square District. This year’s diverse lineup features more than 150 performances from local, national, and international artists. These celebrated performances cover an array of genres and interests, including BIPOC, Cabaret, Circus, Dance, LGBTQIA+, Performance Art, Scripted Play, and so much more!
And new this year—Fringe Jr.! Fringe Jr. is a curated slate of shows that appeal to kids, teens, and adults alike—each with its own recommended age range and content advisories to help families make informed choices, from all ages to 8–13 or 14+. These performances blend imaginative storytelling with creative artistry across genres.
Fringe Jr. shows take place throughout the festival, with a special concentration on Saturday, July 19 from 12–5pm in a walkable family zone in the Playhouse Square District. Enjoy circus arts, magical stories, dance battles, interactive theatre, and more!
Tickets are available online or by phone (216.356.6485). Single ticket prices range from $9.25 to $36.25, with ticket packs from $43 to $156. The festival is also offering 13 free shows open to the public.

Taste of Tremont
2025-07-20 12:00 - 20:00 | Tremont
The much-anticipated Taste of Tremont festival is back, bringing the best of Tremont’s vibrant culinary scene, local artists, and neighborhood charm to Professor Avenue. On July 20th, from 12:00PM to 8:00PM, visitors from across the region are invited to stroll, sip, and savor their way through one of Cleveland’s most beloved summer traditions.
Now in its 21st year, Taste of Tremont continues to grow, drawing more than 25,000 attendees last year alone. The festival showcases the neighborhood’s renowned restaurants, food trucks, breweries, and artisans. Guests can enjoy a diverse array of flavors — from chef-driven small plates to classic comfort foods — while enjoying live music, shopping from local makers, and experiencing the energy that makes Tremont a destination year-round.

Hispanic Pride Celebration at Near West Theatre
2025-08-22 16:00 - 22:00 | Near West Theatre, 6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH, United States
The Hispanic Heritage Concert will be held on August 22nd from 4 p.m. to 10p.m. The evening is free and open to all, with live performances, food vendors, crafts, and local organizations sharing resources.

GLAAWC Mixer
2025-08-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Cleveland Urban Winery
Join us on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 5-7 PM at the vibrant Cleveland Urban Winery for the GLAAWC Mixer.
We’re bringing together partners, creatives, writers, and Black professionals for a celebration of Black literary excellence in anticipation of the Great Lakes African American Writers Conference on September 27th.
What to Look Forward To:

Meet Nicole D. Miller – The new Producer and hear her insights and vision for GLAAWC.

Fireside Chat – Engage with Dr. Leah Lewis, Executive Director and Founder of GLAAWC and learn the origins of this major literary movement that extends globally.

Creative Connections – Network with like-minded individuals and celebrate culture in Cleveland.

Enjoy the evening with:

Light refreshments (on us!).

Drinks available for purchase at the winery.

This event is FREE, but RSVP is encouraged via Eventbrite.
RSVP Here.

Cleveland Orchestra’s Free Hispanic Heritage Month Concert
2025-09-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Severance Hall
Feel the rhythm! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a free community concert featuring Latin jazz icon Sammy DeLeon y su Orquesta. The evening kicks off with a special performance by musicians of The Cleveland Orchestra and dancer Alice Blumenfeld, showcasing the sounds of Latin chamber music from around the world. Then, get ready to dance the night away at Severance Music Center as Sammy and his orquesta take the stage. This is a night of music and fun for the whole family!
Come early for pre-concert dancing and mingling in the Grand Foyer, set to music by DJ IamYulissa.

Heights Music Hop
2025-09-19 17:00 - 2025-09-21 22:00
FutureHeights invites Clevelanders to experience the rhythm and heart of Cleveland Heights at its annual Music Hop, a three-day celebration of live music, local businesses, and community connection, scheduled to take place the weekend of Sept. 19th-21st, 2025.
Launched in 2013 and now celebrating its 13th year, the festival has evolved into a premier celebration of the community’s diversity and authenticity. This year’s Hop spans four of the city’s most iconic commercial districts. It will begin Friday afternoon and evening with performances in the Cedar-Fairmount neighborhood. On Saturday, the music will kick off in the morning at the Noble Road Library, travel through the Cedar Lee District, and end on Sunday in Coventry Village. This year’s event promises something to enjoy for all ages with family friendly and community activities. The full schedule will be posted at www.futureheights.org/musichop.

Friday, 9/19 | 5 pm – 10 pm | Cedar-Fairmount, with a special kick-off performance at Luna Bakery & Cafe from 1:00-3:00 pm!
Saturday 9/20 | 10 am – Noon | Noble Gardeners’ Market at Noble Road Branch of Heights Libraries
Saturday 9/20 | 5pm – 10 pm | Cedar-Lee
Sunday 9/21 | Noon – 5 pm | Coventry

Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards 90th Celebration
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:30 | Cleveland Public Library – MLK Branch
Saturday’s AWBA events start at the Martin L. King, Jr. Branch of the Cleveland Public Library with an opening keynote and complimentary refreshments, followed by a series of rich conversations and readings featuring past AWBA winners and jurors—leading writers who have fundamentally shaped how we think about race relations and cultural diversity.

The Chalk Festival at Cleveland Museum of Art
2025-09-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, United States
The Chalk Festival features sidewalk artistry by professional chalk artists and local community groups, families, and individuals, all using the CMA’s south plaza and walkways that wind through the Fine Arts Garden and down to Wade Lagoon as a colorful canvas.

The Chalk Festival is a modern expression of a Renaissance tradition from 16th-century Italy in which artists copied paintings of the Madonna by Raphael and his contemporaries using chalk on the plazas outside cathedrals.

Everyone can participate at the Chalk Festival! To chalk your own square, purchase a square of pavement (chalk pastels included) at the registration tent: $15 small square (includes a 12-count set of chalk pastels), $20 large square (includes a 24-count set of chalk pastels).

The CMA reserves the right to cover any work that contains a political message, hate speech, or other content that may be inappropriate for a family-friendly program.

Major support is provided by Akron Children’s.

AsiaTown Cleveland’s Mid-Autumn Festival & Public Art Reveal
2025-09-27 12:00 - 16:00 | AsiaTown Pop-up Park, 3236 Payne Avenue, Cleveland, OH, United States
This year’s celebration will feature the highly anticipated reveal of For Those Who Call Here Home—a new outdoor community space designed to celebrate identity, creativity, and belonging. As part of this unveiling, Transformative Art Fund awardee Jordan Wong (WONGFACE) will debut five public art installations that will shape AsiaTown’s landscape for years to come.
The festival will also include cultural performances, lantern activities, and food vendors offering traditional mooncakes and local favorites. The event is free and open to the public.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: AsiaTown Pop-up Park, 3236 Payne Ave, Cleveland, OH
Admission: Free and open to the public
