‘Superman’ James Gunn’s 2025 “Superman” film makes its way to theaters this weekend. If you haven’t heard, it’s big news for Cleveland because much of the film was shot in town last summer. Several local events are planned to celebrate the major premiere and it’s safe to say most theaters in town will be offering several showings throughout the weekend. July 11. Various locations. REVIEW Related: Your guide to everything Superman: Movie review, James Gunn and Isabela Merced interviews and moreLuke Bryan The five-time Academy of Country Music Awards and Country Music Association “Entertainer of the Year,” and American Idol judge is coming to Blossom Music Center with tunes from his 2024 album “Mind of a Country Boy” plus many of his past 30 chart-topping hits such as “Drunk On You,” and “Drink A Beer.” Openers are Mae Estes, Cole Goodwin and DJ Rock. 7 p.m. Tickets start at $78.50. 7 p.m., July 11. Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls. livenation.com 48th Cain Park Arts Festival Cain Park’s longstanding Arts Festival returns to Cleveland Heights this weekend. Attendees are encouraged to spend the three-day festival browsing work from hundreds of different artists and enjoying live music, food trucks and more. Free admission. 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., July 11; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., July 12; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 13. Cain Park, 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights. cainpark.com Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival Our Lady of Mount Carmel hosts an annual Italian Festival, with 2025 being its 99th year. Italian dishes like sausage sandwiches, pasta and meatballs, cannoli and more are always a favorite. Saturday also includes a Limoncello wine contest. Free admission. Through July 13. 6928 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. olmc-cleveland.org RubberDucks vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels The Akron RubberDucks will finish out their home series against the Richmond Flying Squirrels throughout the weekend. Friday’s game will be the Akron Cheese Salads presented by Luigi’s night, while Saturday’s game celebrates Christmas in July. 7:05 p.m., July 11-12; 1:05 p.m., July 13 Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron. milb.com/akron Cedar Point Amusement Park Check out more than 150 rides including rollercoasters like Millennium Force and Steel Vengeance and the newly opened Siren’s Curse. Enjoy fresh-cut fries and stroll the mile-long Cedar Point Beach. Cedar Point Amusement Park, One Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky. cedarpoint.com “Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow” The Cleveland Museum of Art’s blockbuster new exhibit celebrates one of the most influential artists in modern pop culture with colorful, never-before-seen installations and exclusive new works. Tickets $15-$30. Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. Through Sept. 7. clevelandart.org Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace A popular summer activity that spans multiple weekends. Theme weekends include Mythical Beasts, Superheroes, Out of Oz and more. Three different food court areas will be selling fare, including fan-favorite turkey legs. Admission starts at $25. 2022 State Rte 534, Rock Creek. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from July 5 through August 17. medievalfaire.com |
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Asian Lantern Festival The Asian Lantern Festival is back for its eighth year. This year’s theme brings mythical creatures to life as the zoo incorporates its summer attraction, Dragons Landing, into the event. Expect to see a dozen illuminated, fire-breathing beasts, including a 100-foot-long “ice and fire” dragon display. Guest can also enjoy a four-story-tall hydrangea, a butterfly tree, colorful walk-through tunnels and a festival-themed Animals of the Nile exhibit. Tickets start at $24 in advance (members) or $27 in advance for nonmembers. Through August 24. 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland. clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ “A Chorus Line” The professional theater at the Beck Center kicks off its seasonal run of the 1975 musical “A Chorus Line” this weekend at its Senney Theater. Directed and choreographed by Christopher Chase Carter. Tickets start at $18. Preview July 10, July 11 through August 10. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood. beckcenter.org Summit County Italian-American Festival Summit County hosts its own Italian-American festival in July. Pizza, pasta and partying are always integral to the annual community festival. Free admission. Through July 12. Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron. it-am.org/summit-county-italian-american-festival/ Fin Fest Enjoy a monthlong celebration of sharks and stingrays at the Cleveland Aquarium. Enjoy watching scuba diver talks, daily feedings, crafts and much more, all included with general admission. Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland. Through August 5. greaterclevelandaquarium.com/event/fin-fest/ “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” Musical based on the beloved comic strip by Charles Schulz. Tickets $18 and up. Porthouse Theatre, 3143 O’Neil Rd., Cuyahoga Falls. Through July 12. kent.edu/porthouse/youre-good-man-charlie-brown Van Aken Summer Block Party Friday night is all about celebrating summer fun at Van Aken’s annual block party. Quenton Rubin and DJ Sunset will perform live music alongside local vendors and kids activities. Free to attend. 5:30 p.m., July 11. Van Aken District, 3401 Tuttle Road, Shaker Heights. thevanakendistrict.com Cleveland Latino International Film Festival CLIFF, presented by LatinUs Theater Co., returns for its second year in Greater Cleveland with film screenings, Q&As and cultural events. The three-day festival includes a stacked movie and activities lineup. Free to attend, RSVP recommended. July 11 – 13. LatinUs Theater Co., 2937 W. 25th St., Cleveland. clevelandfilm.com Walkabout Tremont The second Friday of every month means it’s time for another Walkabout Tremont. Art galleries, boutiques, bars and restaurants in the lively Cleveland neighborhood participate in the block party, which also includes live performances and pop-up vendors. Free to attend. 5 p.m., July 11. Professor Avenue and other surrounding streets, Cleveland. experiencetremont.com Latin Festival Church Crosspointe Mision Hispana is hosting its annual Latin Festival this year as a way to celebrate Latin and Hispanic culture. Regional street food will be on full display alongside craft vendors, music and games. Free admission. Noon to 5 p.m., July 12. 1800 Columbia Road, Westlake. ourcrosspointe.com “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” It’s the final week for “Beautiful,” the true story of Carole King’s remarkable rise from a teenage songwriter in Brooklyn, New York, to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. It’s billed as a “powerful and moving story of self-discovery, perseverance, and triumph.” Ticket prices vary. Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron. Through Sunday, July 13. weathervaneplayhouse.com Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace A popular summer activity than spans multiple weekends. Theme weekends include Mythical Beasts, Superheroes, Out of Oz and more. Three different food court areas will be selling fare, including fan-favorite turkey legs. Admission starts at $25. 2022 State Rte 534, Rock Creek 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from July 5 through August 17. medievalfaire.com Sassy’s Sunday Funday Drag Brunch Sassy Sascha’s beloved drag brunch is set for this Sunday. Special guest Vermelha Noir,who appeared on RuPaul’s Drag Race Mexico, will perform alongside Alejandra J-Love, Debbie Does Drag, Vivian Vendetta Sinclair and Karma IzaB. Tickets start at $5 and all ages welcome. 12:30 p.m., July 13. The Winchester, 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood. thewinchestermusictavern.com Symphony at Sunset Enjoy Sunday evening concerts on the shores of Lake Erie all summer long. Family-friendly concerts are performed by chamber ensemble OPUS 216. Free. Voinovich Park, North Coast Harbor, Cleveland. 7 p.m. Sundays through August 24. downtowncleveland.com/symphony-at-sunset Forest Forms Billed as an artful exploration of nature’s lines, rhythm and movement. The traveling outdoor exhibition is from artist Huelani Mei. $13 to $19 (free, ages 2 and under). Holden Arboretum, 9550 Sperry Road, Kirtland. Through Sunday, Sept. 7. holdenfg.org Steam and Steel: Propelling the Future of the Great Lakes The Great Lakes Science Center’s celebration of the Steamship William G. Mather centennial continues with a new special exhibit that provides guests with an opportunity to experience what its like to be on a freighter. Interactive exhibits allow you to steer the Mather, virtually load and unload cargo and much more. Included with Science Center admission. Tours of the Mather available for extra charge. 601 Erieside Ave. Cleveland. 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FOOD & DRINK Apricot Fest Twin Oast Brewing’s annual Apricot Fest is a summer celebration that coincides with the seasonal release of Apicatawba Beer. Expect food trucks, a vendor market, live music and the Apritrot 0.5K run. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., July 12; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., July 13. Twin Oast Brewing, 3630 NE Catawba Road, Port Clinton. apricotfest.com/ Food For All Friday Market Food For All Friday Market has returned this summer to Cleveland’s Collinwood neighborhood, providing weekly access to fresh local produce under the Euclid Beach arch. The market is free and open to all, offering locally sourced produce, eggs and pantry items. 15901 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays through Oct. 31. facebook.com/ebfoodforall Sunflower Wine Festival 2025 The Sunflower Wine Festival is all about celebrating fun summer evenings over delicious beverages in Rocky River. Wine and craft beer gardens will accompany food vendors. All proceeds benefit the Prayers From Maria Foundation. Tickets start at $20. 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., July 12. Depot St., Rocky River. prayersfrommaria.org Uncorked: Cleveland The Great Lakes Science Center will host the 6th annual edition of Uncorked’s Cleveland Wine festival. More than 100 global wines will be available for sampling, with food trucks and vendors for purchase. Proceeds benefit the Art Therapy Studio of Cleveland and tickets start at $65. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., July 12. Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland. uncorkedwinefestivals.com North Union Farmers Market 30th anniversary party The nonprofit market will commemorate three decades of connecting Northeast Ohio communities with fresh local food through a celebration and dinner series. The anniversary party this weekend will feature family-friendly activities, live music and cake. Later this month, a farm-to-table dinner at Edwins restaurant is scheduled, with proceeds supporting food access initiatives and small farm support. 8 a.m. to noon, July 12. Shaker Square, Cleveland. northunionfarmersmarket.org/30th-anniversary Music in the Valley – Folk & Wine Festival The Hale Family Homestead celebrates 50 years with 2025’s Music in the Valley festival. The weekend is a celebration of Ohio wines, local food history and folk music. Period cooking demonstrations, fermentation talks and ice cream making are planned. Tickets start at $15. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., July 12. Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath. wrhs.org TOP DINING PICKS Corner 11 Bowl and Wrap When the peak summer humidity is just too unbearable, I can't stomach the thought of eating anything hot and cooked. Corner 11's poke bowls are always the answer. The customizable bowls feature both raw and cooked toppings, my favorite being the spicy tuna and salmon. Toppings from edamame to corn to pineapple add bright and colorful flavors to every refreshing bowl. Corner 11 has locations in Tremont and Strongsville. - Alex Darus DETAILS CITY BBQ When it’s in the high 80s and you don’t want to stand over a hot grill, City BBQ has the meats. And the sides and desserts. For eat in or take out or party catering. Through the end of July, the six locations in Northeast Ohio are offering pork belly “burnt ends” --smoked and crispy-fried pork belly cubes tossed in a sticky jalapeño-honey glaze and finished with pickled red onions. Of course, there are ribs, pulled pork sandwiches and smoked brisket with five sauce options. The mac-n-cheese, which took a people’s choice second place in the 9th Mac N Cheese Throwdown, is a popular side dish. – Paris Wolfe DETAILS Broadview Brewing Co. Janice and Terry DeLap started a neighborhood brewery a few years ago, and it’s just that – a great place for folks to enjoy themselves, sip some good beer, hear some music and hang out. The beer list always has about a dozen tap offerings from a Mexican Lager to fruit beers and others. Bonus: Several slushies also are offered. Blackberry bourbon smash anyone? It’s at 4001-A Towpath Road, Broadview Heights, and open Wednesday to Sunday. – Marc Bona DETAILS |
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TV & MOVIES "Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story” Steven Spielberg reflects on the "life altering experience" that was "Jaws," which celebrates its 50th anniversary this summer, in the new documentary "Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story," streaming on Disney+ and Hulu on Friday. Voices include those who worked on the film, like composer John Williams, production designer Joe Alves and actors like Jonathan Filley and Lorriane Gary, as well as filmmaker luminaries from James Cameron and Jordan Peele to George Lucas. DETAILS "Bachelor in Paradise" ABC's "Bachelor in Paradise" marks its 10th season this summer with a golden twist. Contestants from "The Golden Bachelor" and "The Golden Bachelorette" are sent to a resort in Costa Rica to have fun in the sun and possibly make romantic connections. There's also a number of younger "Bachelor" and "Bachelorette" cast members who randomly get added to the mix. Jesse Palmer hosts with Bachelor Nation favorites Wells Adams serving as in-house bartender and Hannah Brown, who is in charge of Paradise Relations, whatever that means. It begins streaming Tuesday on Hulu. DETAILS “Quarterback” Peyton Manning's Netflix docuseries "Quarterback" returns for a second season. Cameras follow NFL Quarterbacks Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals, Jared Goff of The Detroit Lions and Kirk Cousins. Cousins was also featured in Season 1 as the QB for the Minnesota Vikings but in Season 2 we see him injured from a torn Achilles. He eventually parts ways with the Vikings (who drafted Michigan's J.J. McCarthy ) and signs with the Atlanta Falcons. All eight episodes drop Tuesday. DETAILS “Ballard” There's a "Bosch" spinoff premiering Wednesday on Prime Video focusing on LAPD homicide detective Renée Ballard (who you may recognize from the "Bosch: Legacy" series finale.) "Ballard," starring Maggie Q as the titular character, is also based on books by Michael Connelly. DETAILS "Back to the Frontier” Chip and Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Network presents "a social experiment" where three families live "Little House on the Prairie"-style for eight weeks. "Back to the Frontier" streams a new episode for eight-weeks beginning Thursday on Max. DETAILS "Too Much" Meg Stalter of "Hacks" stars in a new Netflix comedy from Lena Dunham called "Too Much." It's a semi-autobiographical story about Dunham's life about a heartbroken New Yorker who moves to London to begin anew and finds herself drawn to a musician (Will Sharpe,) against her better judgment. An impressive roster of talent including Andrew Rannells, Naomi Watts, Kit Harington, Andrew Scott, Rhea Perlman, Richard E. Grant and Rita Ora make appearances. All 10 episodes drop Thursday. DETAILS "Dexter: Resurrection" Dexter Morgan takes Manhattan in "Dexter: Resurrection," a sequel to 2021's "Dexter: New Blood." Michael C. Hall reprises his role as the serial killer who hunts other serial killers. In "Resurrection," Dexter meets a secret society of serial killers led by a character played by Peter Dinklage. David Zayas continues his role of detective Angel Batista from the original. It premieres Friday on Paramount+. DETAILS "Love Island: Beyond the Villa" The cast of "Love Island USA" was so popular, they've got their own spin-off called "Love Island: Beyond the Villa." The show follows six of the core cast living in LA as they adjust to the limelight and attempt to maintain their relationships. It debuts Sunday, on Peacock. DETAILS “The Institute" MGM+ has an adaptation of Stephen King's 2019 novel "The Institute." It's about a teenage boy named Luke — with an exceptionally high intellect — who wakes up a strange, unknown facility run by the government that imprisons kids with unique abilities. The sci-fi horror series is eight-episodes and stars Ben Barnes and Mary-Louise Parker. It premieres Sunday. DETAILS "Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain" Alex Ross Perry's experimental documentary about the '90s indie band Pavement ("Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain") will be streaming on Mubi on Friday. There are actors ("Stranger Things'" Joe Keery, Nat Wolff, Jason Schwartzman), the real guys (Stephen Malkmus), archival footage and irreverent stagings that help evoke the spirit of the band, and kind of tell their story, as unconventionally as possible. The AP named it one of the best of the year, so far. DETAILS “Opus” Writer-director Mark Anthony Green's debut movie "Opus," a cult-horror about a reclusive pop star and a mysterious retreat, did not receive the best reviews out of the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. But it touts the kind of cast and intriguing premise that makes it a hard-to-resist curiosity, with Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich leading, that begins streaming on HBO Max on Friday. In his AP review, Mark Kennedy wrote, "How both could be totally miscast will haunt your dreams." Kennedy added, "Green wobbles as he tries to land this plane and what had been an intriguing premise to talk about fame and the parasitic industries that live off it turns into a gross-out, run-for-it bloodfest and a plot that unravels." DETAILS |
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St. Paul & the Broken Bones with The Wood Brothers Two great tastes that taste great together. A double-header tour that doubles down on roots-rock and soul – a sonic Reese’s peanut butter cup for the spirit. Tickets start at $76. 7 p.m., July 11. MGM Northfield Park, 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com Yelawolf The hip-hop and country-rap maverick responsible for the Slumerican fashion line, Yelawolf is gaining momentum for his new album “45” rolling. Named for his turning 45 this year, he’s come a long way from his humble Alabama beginnings. Should be a hot show. 7 p.m., July 11. House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. houseofblues.com/cleveland Wiz Khalifa & Sean Paul – Good Vibes Only Tour Nostalgic rappers Wiz Khalifa and Sean Paul will perform at Blossom with DaBaby as a special guest. Tickets start at $30. 6:30 p.m., July 15. Blossom Music Center, 1145 Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls. blossommusic.com Matthew Good & His Band Tuesday The lead singer-songwriter of one of Canada’s most successful alt-rock bands is back with further testimony. His 2007 album “Hospital Music” is pure wisdom. Tickets start at $26. 7 p.m., July 15. Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland. beachlandballroom.com Wax Mage Records 10th Anniversary Festival Celebrate with a showcase of bands with releases on the boutique label, via CLE’s Gotta Groove! Records. Songs For An Unknown God, Wish Queen, Pal, Radderall and Chayla Hope perform. 7 p.m., July 12. Grog Shop, 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights. grogshop.gs Trevor Hall: The Monsoon Nights Tour The singer-songwriter blends folk, roots and reggae with Sanskrit chanting and acoustic rock and is big with the yoga community. His music is influenced by Eastern mysticism, yoga, meditation and spirituality. His warm voice feels like OM. 7 p.m., July 13. House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. houseofblues.com/cleveland Emery: 20th Anniversary of “The Question” Post-hardcore band from Seattle via South Carolina has plenty of emo, melodic-pop and catchy hook tendencies. They celebrate the seminal sophomore album, playing it in full. 6 p.m., July 12. The Roxy at Mahall’s, 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood. mahalls20lanes.com “SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of Music” The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s newest exhibit celebrates “Saturday Night Live”’s iconic musical moments with rare artifacts, never-before-seen footage and interactive displays. Tickets $29.50-$39.50. Open daily. 1100 Rock & Roll Blvd., Cleveland. rockhall.com/ Clipse The rap record of the summer is here. Clipse, the dynamic duo of Pusha T and Malice, return for "Let God Sort Em Out" on Friday, their first new project as a duo in over 15 years. They're as keen as ever; there's been no dull to either's flow in that time. And if that's not a strong enough co-sign, a quick look at the album's features will confirm its greatness: Kendrick Lamar, Tyler the Creator, Nas, Pharrell Williams, John Legend, The-Dream, Ab-Liva, Stove God Cooks and more are featured. DETAILS Burna Boy Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, a leading voice in Afrobeats, will release his eighth studio album, "No Sign of Weakness," on Thursday. It's a high-energy good time, as first made apparent in the percussion-heavy "TaTaTa" featuring rapper Travis Scott. DETAILS Backstreet Boys It was one of the best-selling albums of all time. On Friday, Backstreet Boys' 1999 boy band classic, "Millennium," gets a facelift with the release of "Millennium 2.0." It's a deluxe reissue, now with a brand-new song, B-sides and live recordings. And that makes you larger than life. DETAILS |
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