Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: July 23-26

Thursday, July 23

Asian Lantern Festival at 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 at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will include an Asian craft market and Asian food vendors. The event takes place 6:30-10:30 p.m. on select nights. Check the Zoo website for ticket prices. It continues through Aug. 23. 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 216-661-6500, clemetzoo.com

Chris Botti at Northfield Park Racino
The smooth jazz artist comes to Northfield Park Racino. He won a Grammy for his 2013 album, Impressions, and has collaborated with numerous pop stars. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-467-4101, northfieldparracino.com

Christmas Ale in July at Great Lakes Brewing Company
Great Lakes Brewing Company taps its beloved Christmas Ale for this special Christmas in July party. The event begins at 11 a.m. It's a charitable event, too. Organizers suggest bringing an unwrapped toy donation for a toy drive presented by Scott’s Haul, benefiting Providence House. 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com

Guardians vs. Minnesota Twins at Progressive Field
The Guardians wrap up their four-game set against one of their division rivals, the Minnesota Twins, with Thursday's day game at Progressive Field. First pitch is at 1:10 p.m. 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com

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

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. Thursday'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

Pavement at the Agora
The indie rock group that likes its music slanted and enchanted comes to the Agora. Doors open at 7 p.m. After Nirvana introduced the world of indie rock, Pavement benefited, and the sardonic "Cut Your Hair" became an underground hit. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com

Public Square Movie Nights at Public Square
Feature-length family friendly films screen on a monthly basis at this event that takes place at 8 p.m. at Public Square. Food trucks will be on hand, and there will be a pop-up bar and interactive activities. Downtown Cleveland, clevelandpublicsquare.com

Javier Red Quartet at the Bop Stop
Led by Javier Red, a Chicago-based jazz pianist and composer who's originally from Mexico City, this group draws from American jazz and West African music. The group recently completed the recording of a new album featuring special guest Steve Coleman, a noted jazz innovator; it’s scheduled for release later this year. The group performs at 8 p.m. on Thursday at the Bop Stop. 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-6551, themusicsettlement.org

Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Festival at Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral
The annual Greek Festival at the Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Cleveland Heights kicks off on Thursday. Expect food, music and church tours. Admission is free, and the event runs through Sunday. In addition to raising funds for the ministries of the church, the festival also will raise money for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. 3352 Mayfield Road, Cleveland Heights, stsconstantine.com

Slightly Stoopid at Jacobs Pavilion
The ska-punk band from the '90s returns to Jacobs Pavilion. Over the course of the past 30 years, the group has maintained a DIY approach. The band founded its own record label, Stoopid Records, which released the platinum single "Closer to the Sun," and gold singles "2am" and "Collie Man." The Elovaters and Bumpin' Uglies open the show. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com

SOUND: MEDS at SPACES
Local musician LaToya Kent has organized this experimental listening experience that comes across as an artsy yoga class. The first 25 minutes will host two local artists performing a 12 min set each. A short break is followed by a 25-minute silent meditation. It takes place at 7 p.m. at SPACES. 2900 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216-621-2314, spacesgallery.org

Friday, July 24

Chill @ CMNH at the Museum of Natural History
This event at the Museum of Natural History features after-hours access to the museum, including Perkins Wildlife Center, animal ambassador encounters, a cash bar, and a screening of Little Shop of Horrors. It all begins at 5 p.m. 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, 216-231-4600, cmnh.org

A Conversation with Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much?
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee will discuss his lengthy musical career, which includes a long tenure with the Police. Just guessing here, but we bet he discusses his clashes with his former Police bandmate Sting. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Faculty & Staff 2026 Visual Arts Exhibition Reception at Beck Center for the Arts
Featuring artwork in a wide variety of styles and media, this exhibition highlights the creative voices of the artists who help make Beck Center a vibrant center for arts education and performance. A reception takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org

Parker McCollum at Blossom Music Center
The country superstar performs on Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Blossom Music Center. Last year, he released his self-titled fifth studio album and then followed it up this year with an expanded version that includes four additional tracks, including the fan-favorite “Big Ole Fancy House." 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com

Mind Magic Live with Mentalist Joshua Seth at the Hanna Theatre
Winner of the Magic Olympics at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, Joshua Seth has become one of the top comedy mentalists in the world. He reads minds and conducts psychic experiments while blindfolded. He performs on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Hanna Theatre. 2067 E. 14th St., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Kevin Nealon at Hilarities
A former star on Saturday Night Live, comedian Kevin Nealon created some of the shows more memorable characters. He was responsible for the Subliminal Man and played one half of Hans and Frans. He performs on Friday at 6:30 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. at Hilarities, where he has shows scheduled through Sunday. 2035 E. Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Ted Nugent at Northfield Park Racino
The divisive classic rocker known as the Motor City Madman was a liberal hater before the political climate made that more commonplace. Nugent, whose career dates all the way back to the 1960s, hit the road on a farewell tour three years ago. Still in the process of hanging it up, he performs at 8 p.m. at the Northfield Park Racino. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-467-4101, northfieldparkracino.com

Zeds Dead at Jacobs Pavilion
The electronic group performs at 6 p.m. at Jacobs Pavilion. The electronic group is promoting this tour as a career retrospective that'll even include tracks from its early days when it posted songs on MySpace. 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com

Saturday, July 25

Beach Bunny at House of Blues
The Chicago-based indie rock band fronted by the exuberant Lili Trifilio performs at 7 p.m. at House of Blues. The current tour supports the group's new album, Tunnel Vision, a collection of emo-ish tunes that possess a Paramore vibe. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com

Cleveland Blues Jam Series at the Sixty6
This quarterly series at the Sixty6 celebrates the ongoing legacy of local bluesman Wallace Coleman. Coleman and one other local artist will perform. Check the venue's website for more info. 1966 E. 66th St., Cleveland, 216-615-7261, thesixty6.com

Inlet Dance Theatre at Cain Park
The dance troupe performs at 8 p.m. at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights as part of it 25th annual summer concert. Local Bill Wade founded the group in 2001. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com

Peninsula Flea at Heritage Farms
This upscale flea market features handmade, repurposed and vintage items from dedicated artists, crafts people and collectors. Local musicians are slated to perform, and food vendors will be on hand. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heritage Farms. Admission is free. 6050 Riverview Road, Peninsula, 3306572788, explorepeninsula.com

Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances at Blossom
Conductor Kevin John Edusei leads the Cleveland Orchestra as it plays Symphonic Dances, one of Rachmaninoff's last major composition. The Kent Blossom Chamber Orchestra will join the festivities as well. The concert takes place at 7 p.m. at Blossom. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, clevelandorchestra.com

Tacos & Tequila Festival at ForeFront Field
Shaggy, Chamillionaire, XZibit, Trina, Ying Yang Twins, Bubba Sparxxx and Murphy Lee will perform at this event that celebrates throwback hip-hop heroes as well as tacos and tequila. It takes place at ForeFront Field. 2009 Baseball Blvd., Avon, 440-934-3636, lakeeriecrushers.com

Sunday, July 26

Brit Floyd at Jacobs Pavilion
Singer-guitarist Damian Darlington reportedly formed this Pink Floyd tribute act because it wanted it to improve upon the work he did with his previous band, the Australian Pink Floyd Show. The group has been touring since 2011, and it performs at 6 p.m. at Jacobs Pavilion. 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com

An Evening with Idina Menzel
Famous for singing the tunes on the popular soundtrack to the Disney film Frozen, Idina Menzel performs on Sunday night at Blossom with backing from the Cleveland Orchestra in a show that should draw a capacity crowd. Andy Einhorn conducts. The concert begins at 7 p.m. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com

Jokes on You at Hilarities
Inspired by crowd work clinicians like Dave Attell, Ian Bagg, and Big Jay Oakerson, Jokes On You makes the audience the center of the show by "pushing comics to avoid prepared material or written jokes and instead focus on organic interaction with the audience," as it's put in a press release about this event, which takes place on Sunday at 8 p.m. in the Frolic Cabaret Room at Hilarities. 2035 E. Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Reggae Sundays at Music Box Supper Club
This special Reggae Sunday Happy Hour Concert series continues every Sunday through the end of the summer. The indoor and 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

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