Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: July 31-Aug. 3

Thursday, July 31

2025 NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend at the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The annual NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival touches down in Canton again with a weekend’s worth of pigskin-flavored hoopla. Festivities kick off at noon Thursday with "game day" events such as live music and food. The annual Hall of Fame game commences at 8 p.m., and events continue throughout the weekend. The hard rock act Nickelback headlines Sunday’s Concert for Legends. 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, 330-456-8207, profootballhof.com

Priscilla Block at Lock 3
With her viral anthem “Just About Over You” and feminist tunes such as “Thick Thighs” and “Peaked in High School,” this country singer-songwriter is becoming a major star. She performs Thursday at Lock 3 in Akron. The Shootouts, a local country act that's garnered national acclaim, open. 200 S. Main St., Akron, downtownakron.com

Cleveland 48 Hour Film Project at the Cedar Lee Theatre
Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Cedar Lee in Cleveland Heights, teams featuring Cleveland-area filmmakers will premiere short films that they created in just 48 hours earlier this month. 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, 440-528-0355, clevelandcinemas.com

Kimberly Akimbo at Connor Palace
This musical about a 16-year-old who is about to move to a new town with her family features a Tony Award-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Connor Palace. Performances continue through Aug. 3. 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Marc Roberge at Music Box Supper Club
O.A.R. has always had a knack for crafting catchy, meaningful tunes — songs that stick with you and tend to capture the essence of fun summers along the north shore. Marc Roberge, guitarist and singer, is the man behind many of the most iconic moments in O.A.R. songwriting. Thursday, he plays a solo show at the Music Box. The concert starts at 8 p.m. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com 

A Taste of Black Cleveland at Rocket Arena
This annual event at Rocket Arena showcases Cleveland's talented Black chefs. The tasting portion will take place from 6 to 11 p.m., when guests can sample signature dishes and desserts from more than 20 Black-owned establishments. After the tasting, organizers will tally the votes and announce the A Taste of Black Cleveland. The bar will remain open, and there will be music and entertainment. One Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

Friday, Aug. 1

Barenaked Ladies: Last Summer on Earth Tour 2025 at Blossom
The Canadian pop-rock band brings its annual summer tour back to Blossom. Since Cleveland is close to the group's Toronto home, the guys have always drawn well on the North Coast. Expect a solid turnout of fans who know all the words to hits such "One Week," "It's All Been Done" and "If I Had $1,000,000." The concert starts at 7 p.m., and Sugar Ray and Fastball open. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com

A Chorus Line at Beck Center
One of the longest-running Broadway shows ever, A Chorus Line, which began a lengthy run in the West End in 1976, was revived on Broadway in 2006, and in the West End in 2013. Beck Center will present a revamped version of the play. Friday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m., and performances continue through Aug. 10. 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org

Craig Conant at Hilarities
Now sober, this comedian recently received accolades for his appearance on MTV’s Greatest Party Story Ever Told. He also has a hugely successful podcast, Community Service. He performs Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. at Hilarities. 2035 East Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Glamgore at the Grog Shop
The monthly event featuring a range of performers, from beauty queens to "drag monsters" returns to the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights. Doors open at 8 p.m. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs

Guardians vs. Minnesota Twins at Progressive Field
The Guardians go up against division rivals the Minnesota Twins as a three-game series commences Friday at Progressive Field. The Twins got off to a slow start this season, but have rebounded to play .500 ball. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m., and the series concludes on Sunday. The first 20,000 fans who arrive at Saturday's game will receive a free Jose Ramirez jersey. 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com/guardians

Hadestown: Teen Edition at Near West Theatre
Near West Theatre's reimagining of the Tony Award-winning musical brings together a cast of teen performers (ages 15–19) to tell a "timeless story that resonates deeply with the world they’re inheriting today," as it's put in a press release. Friday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. and the play runs through Aug. 3. 6702 Detroit Road, Cleveland, 216-961-6391, nearwesttheatre.org

Stephen Philip Harvey Octet's Vinyl Release Show and Suite Premiere at Blu Jazz
Saxophonist, composer and arranger Stephen Phillip Harvey debuts his new musical program that blends original jazz with works of Black American literature. Dubbed The Pen is Mightier, it's a new suite of music inspired by authors like Maya Angelou, James Baldwin and Amanda Gorman. The concert begins at 8 p.m. at Blu Jazz in Akron. 47 E. Market St., Akron, 330-252-1190, blujazzakron.com

Ramble On at Beachland Ballroom
Led by powerhouse singer Alex Nikki, this Led Zeppelin tribute act includes drummer Steve Budgie Werner (Ace Frehley, Leslie West), bassist-keyboardist Felix Hanemann (Zebra) and guitarist Richie Ranno (Starz and Stories). The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Beachland Ballroom. Vanity Crash will open the show with a David Bowie-inspired set. 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com

Spyro Gyra at Kent Stage
Still touring in celebration of its 50th anniversary, this terrific jazz fusion act that formed in Buffalo in the 1970s no longer features the same lineup as it did upon its inception. But with original founding member Jay Beckenstein still leading the group, it still has at least one guy who played on the seminal records from the early days. The group performs Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the Kent Stage. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Sterilizing the Deceased at the Foundry
This locally based melodic deathcore band celebrates the release of its new EP, its first new music in many years, with Friday's show at the Foundry. The EP chronicles a semi-autobiographical tale of drug abuse and suicidal thoughts. Doors open at 6 p.m. 4256 Pearl Road, Cleveland, 440-637-5483, foundryconcertclub.com

Twins Day Festival at Glen Chamberlin Park
Come see how Twinsburg got its name this weekend at the annual Twins Day Festival, which takes place Friday through Sunday at the city's Glen Chamberlin Park. The portion of the festival that's open to the general public begins Friday with the "double take" parade that heads down Ravenna Road at 9 a.m. Entertainment will be held on two stages throughout the day. Consult the website for a complete schedule. 10260 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg, 330-425-3652, twinsdays.org

Marlon Wayans at the Funny Bone
One of the best-known comics to emerge in the late '80s and continue to be active, Marlon Wayans has come a long way since working with his brother Shawn on sit-coms such as The Wayans Bros. and films such as Scary Movie, White Chicks and Little Man. He performs at 7 and 9:30 p.m. at the Funny Bone, where he has shows scheduled through Sunday. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com

Wild Rivers at Globe Iron
After providing support on two high-profile tours (the group opened for the Chicks in summer 2023 and opened for Noah Kahan during the European leg of his Stick Season tour last year), the Wild Rivers have embarked on a headlining tour. The group, which received a Juno Award nomination for last year's Never Better, draws from classic singer-songwriters such as Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon. It performs Friday at 7 p.m. at Globe Iron. 2325 Elm St., Cleveland, globeironcle.com

Saturday, Aug. 2

Brahms & Liszt at Blossom
Daniele Rustioni conducts the Cleveland Orchestra Saturday at Blossom, where it plays selections by Brahms, Liszt and Wagner. Pianist Alessio Bax will join the orchestra as well. The concert begins at 7 p.m. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com 

Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade at Quad Park
The Puerto Rican Parade of Greater Cleveland carries a "strong history of cultural awareness, pride, and education." It takes place Saturday and Sunday atQuad Park on the main campus of the Metrohealth Hospital. 2500 Metrohealth Dr., Cleveland, 216-778-7800, puertoricanparade.org

EarthQuaker Day at Earthquaker Headquarters
This annual event at the Akron company that makes world-renowned effects pedals for guitars starts Saturday at 11 a.m. with clinics, shop tours and sales at the Earthquaker headquarters. An evening concert featuring Slugg, Disintegration and the Library Is on Fire takes place at 7 p.m. at Musica. 350 W. Bowery St., Akron, earthquakerday.com

An Evening with Vince Gill at the State Theatre
Now 68, this terrific country singer-songwriter has had quite a career. In the '70s, he joined the rock group Pure Prairie League. In the '80s, he launched a successful solo career. And in 2017, he joined the Eagles following the death of founding member Glenn Frey. He performs Saturday at 8 p.m. at the State Theatre. 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

The Isley Brothers at Cain Park
The classic soul/R&B act that formed in Cincinnati in the 1950s churned out several big hits in its early days, including "Shout," "Twist and Shout," "This Old Heart of Mine (Is Weak for You)" and "It's Your Things." The veteran ensemble comes to Cain Park Saturday. The show begins at 8 p.m. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com 

Lakewood Arts Festival in Downtown Lakewood
Fine art prints and paintings will be for sale at this annual event that takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Detroit Avenue from Belle to Arthur in Lakewood. Musical acts such as Post Saga, Gene Schwartz, Chris Allen, Country Honk, Maura Rogers and the Bellows, Opus 216 and Moon Echo Garden will perform. Originally founded in 1978, the festival funds local arts grants and an annual scholarship for graduating high school seniors from Lakewood. lakewoodartsfest.org

The Moody Blues' John Lodge at the Agora
Following the success of his Days of Future Passed Tour, Moody Blues singer-bassist John Lodge decided to mix up the set list for the current tour, dubbed the Singer in a Rock and Roll Band Tour. The current trek, which rolls into the Agora Theatre Saturday at 6:30 p.m., will feature songs from what Lodge calls “the core seven albums" by the Rock Hall inductees, including Days of Future Passed, Seventh Sojourn and Long Distance Voyager. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Cedar Lee Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the 1975 film that still draws an exuberant, costumed crowd that likes to throw rice and dry toast and sing along to the songs in the movie, still draws big crowds to local showings. Expect a throng to show up for Saturday night's screening that takes place at 9:30 p.m. at the Cedar Lee Theatre. Tickets cost $12. 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, 440-528-0355, clevelandcinemas.com 

Sunday, Aug. 3

HillBilly IDOL at Forest City Brewery
In the early 2000s, this terrific locally based bluegrass-y act won every award for Americana/Roots/Alt-Country from Scene. The band recently reunited and will play this special gig at Forest City Brewery. The show starts at 3 p.m. 2135 Columbus Road, Cleveland, 216-228-9116, forestcitybrewery.com

NEO ComicCon 11 at the North Olmsted Soccer Sportsplex
More than 180 dealers will be on hand for this annual event that takes place at the North Olmsted Soccer Sportsplex. Featured guest featured guest Marc Sumerak, a Marvel Rivals Narrative writer, Marvel Comics Editor and Eisner & Harvey Award Nominated writer, will be on hand to autograph items at no charge. The event begins at 10 a.m. and goes until 4 p.m. 31515 Lorain Road, North Olmsted, 440-979-9997, facebook.com/neocomiccon

The Red Clay Strays at Jacobs Pavilion
The up-and-coming Southern rock act comes to Jacobs Pavilion. The tour supports the band's latest album, Made By These Moments, a collection of moody tunes that draw equally from Allman Brothers and Drive-By Truckers. In addition, the group will release their first live album, Live at the Ryman, later this month. The band recorded the album last month during a sold-out, three-night headline debut at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. Sunday's show starts at 7, and Wilder Woods opens. 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com

Reggae Sundays at Music Box Supper Club
This special Reggae Sunday Happy Hour Concert series is a summer highlight. The indoor/outdoor concert series will take place rain or shine with live music from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Music Box. The venue will also offer food and drink specials exclusive to the series. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com

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