Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: July 16-19

Thursday, July 16

AC/DC Fan Day at the Rock Hall
The Rock Hall celebrates the legacy of original AC/DC singer Bon Scott with this special celebration that takes place on what would've been Scott's 80th birthday. The Rock Hall will screen exclusive footage of the late singer, and educational programming will center on Scott's legacy. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., Cleveland, 216-515-8444, rockhall.com

Asian Lantern Festival at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Taking over parks and zoos across the country, the traveling Asian Lantern Festival shows off thousands of colorful handmade paper lanterns in open, green spaces. This year's festival will include an Asian craft market and Asian food vendors. The event takes place from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Thursdays through Sundays. Check the Zoo website for ticket prices. It continues through Aug. 23. 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 216-661-6500, clemetzoo.com

Dave Attell at Hilarities
Known as the host of Comedy Central’s Insomniac with Dave Attell and The Gong Show, Dave Attell is also a great stand-up comedian, writer and actor. A New York native, he graduated from New York University in 1987 with a degree in communications. During the day, he worked crappy jobs and did standup at night. After getting national exposure courtesy of David Letterman, his career took off. He performs on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Hilarities, where he has shows scheduled through Saturday. 2035 East Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

David Bowie in NEO at Music Box
Local publisher and musician Thomas Mulready leads this multi-media show about David Bowie's first-ever appearance in Cleveland in the 1970s. Local rockers Vanity Crash and Time Cat will perform. In addition, the show features exclusive video interviews with WMMS Radio DJs Billy Bass and Denny Sanders, Bowie’s drummer Woody Woodmansey and pianist, Mike Garson, whose first gig with Bowie was in Cleveland. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. at Music Box Supper Club. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com

An Evening with Richie Furay at Kent Stage
A one-time member of classic rock acts such as Buffalo Springfield, Poco and the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band, the Americana singer-songwriter performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Kent Stage. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

The Lion King at the State Theatre
Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the play presents a story "filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals." The play also features the work of Tony Award-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and tunes written by Tony Award-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the State Theatre, where performances continue through Aug. 16. 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Ohlsson Plays Rachmaninoff at Severance Music Center
The Cleveland Orchestra plays pieces by Wagner, Rachmaninoff and Dvorak at this concert that's part of the orchestra's Summers at Severance series. The performance begins at 7 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall. 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com

A Taste of Black Cleveland at Rocket Arena
The annual event spotlighting local Black chefs returns to Rocket Arena. It begins at 6 p.m. The ticket price includes access to food tasting from more than 20 local Black chefs and dessert vendors as well as two drink tickets. One Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

Friday, July 17

Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
A slew of local, national and international musical acts will perform at this year's Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival. The festival takes place Friday through Sunday at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea. Friday's hours are 5 to 11 p.m. 19201 East Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, 440-243-0090, clevelandirish.org

Deuce N' a Quarter at Kent Stage
International Blues Challenge finalists in 2023, the group headlines the Kent Stage. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Guardians vs. Pittsburgh Pirates at Progressive Field
The Pittsburgh Pirates have played well this season and hovered around the .500 mark, a big improvement from last year. They come to Progressive Field on Friday for a three-game series. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m. 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com

Lalah Hathaway & Eric Benet at Cain Park
The two soul singers bring their co-headlining tour to Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. The daughter of soul singer Donny Hathaway, Lalah Hathaway has won five Grammy awards during the course of her career and collaborated with the likes of Kendrick Lamar. Eric, Benét initially had success with his group Benét before establishing himself as a solo artist. Robert Glasper and Snoop Dog. The concert begins at 8 p.m. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com

Inkcarceration at the Ohio State Reformatory
Inkcarceration, the annual music and tattoo festival that takes place at the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, returns this weekend. The event, which takes place today through Sunday, will feature a slew of hard rock bands and more than 115 tattoo artists and haunted attractions. Acts such as Limp Bizkit, Disturbed, Bad Omens, Gojira and Papa Roach are slated to perform. 100 Reformatory Road, Mansfield, inkcarceration.com

Live with Rudy Rush & Friends at the Funny Bone
The comedian and radio personality known as the youngest host of Showtime at the Apollo teams up with some of his comedic friends this weekend at the Funny Bone. Shows take place at 7 and 9:30 p.m. on Friday and at 6:30 and 9 p.m. on Sunday night. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com

Tim McGraw & 49 Winchester at Blossom
Veteran country singer Tim McGraw teams up with the up-and-coming country rock act 49 Winchester for this show at Blossom. It begins at 7 p.m. Earlier this year, McGraw released two brand new songs, “Pawn Shop Guitar” and “Song for America,” marking his first new music in over a year. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com

Mean Girls at Beck Center for the Arts
The musical adapted from the film by the same name comes to Beck Center for the Arts in Lakewood. It centers on a teenager who must navigate "frenemies" at her suburban high school. Friday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m., and the play runs through Aug. 9. 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org

Summit Wellness Presents: The Sound of Recovery with Marc Lee Shannon at Akron Civic Theatre
Local singer-songwriter Marc Lee Shannon shares songs and stories about his recovery and mental health struggles. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Akron Civic Theatre. 182 South Main St., Akron, 330-253-2488, akroncivic.com

Third Friday at 78th Street Studios
From 5 to 9 p.m., many of the 78th Street Studios resident artist studios and galleries will be open as part of this monthly event. There will be live music, and Local West, a Gordon Square sandwich shop, will serve food. BARneo will have a selection of adult beverages as well. Admission is free. 1300 W. 78th St., Cleveland, 78thstreetstudios.com

Saturday, July 18

Brahms & Shostakovich at Blossom Music Center
Semyon Bychkov conducts the Cleveland Orchestra as it takes on Brahms's Fourth Symphony as well as Shostakovich’s First Violin Concert. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at Blossom. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, clevelandorchestra.com

Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear Tour at Rocket Arena
Known for live shows that often feature a slew of oddball covers in addition to original material, the versatile Zac Brown Band brings its Love & Fear tour to Rocket Arena. The concert begins at 7 p.m. One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

Rodney Carrington at Northfield Park Racino
The veteran country singer-songwriter and comedian regularly mixes comedy and music during his live performances. He performs at 8 p.m. at the Northfield Park Racino. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-467-4101, northfieldparkracino.com

Joe Russo's Almost Dead at Cain Park
The jam band known for its "wild and incredibly adventurous" renditions of Grateful Dead tunes performs at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. According to the venue's website, the show is sold out. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com

Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2026 at Lakewood
This annual block party takes place on Detroit Avenue between Marlowe and Arthur Avenues. The festival features a 5K race and 1-mile family fun run and walk. It also features games, food vendors, a beer garden and live music. lakewoodalive.org

Music in the Garden at the Ben Franklin Community Garden
These free concerts featuring local bands take place on the first and third Saturdays throughout the summer at the Ben Franklin Community Garden. You can bring a lawn chair, and admission is free. Da La Brass Band will perform from 6 to 7 p.m. on Saturday night. 1905 Spring Road, Cleveland, 216-459-1000, benfranklincommunitygarden.org

Pablo Cruise at Kent Stage
The light rock group famous for hits such as "Whatcha Gonna Do When She Says Goodbye?" and "Love Will Find a Way" performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Kent Stage. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Sunday, July 19

Blood Brothers: Mike Zito & Albert Castiglia at Kent Stage
The blues rockers team up for this show at the Kent Stage. Solo artists in their own rights, the have recorded together as the Blood Brothers and released their debut studio album in 2023. For Sunday's show, they'll play songs from it as well as their own original tunes from their respective solo careers. The music begins at 7 p.m. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets at Beachland Ballroom
Veteran singer-songwriter Nick Lowe teams up with instrumental rockers Los Straitjackets for this special concert that takes place at 8 p.m. at the Beachland Ballroom. 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com

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

Salsa Across Borders at the Rock Hall
This annual event at the Rock Hall will feature live music and dance celebrations. It's a day-long event that kicks off at 11 a.m. and concludes at 5 p.m. with an awards and closing ceremony. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., Cleveland, 216-515-8444, rockhall.com

Taste of Tremont
One of Cleveland’s longest-standing neighborhood festivals returns on Sunday as Tremont welcomes more than welcome more than 20,000 people to Professor Avenue for the annual Taste of Tremont. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from various vendors. There will be live music throughout the festival, which takes place from noon to 8 p.m. Professor Avenue, Cleveland, experiencetremont.com

Gillian Welch & David Rawlings at Cain Park
The two singer-songwriters perform on Sunday at 7 p.m. at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. They recently released their tenth album, Woodland, to much acclaim. Recorded at their own studios in Nashville, the album chronicles the trials and tribulations the two have endured over the past two decades. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com

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