Things to do

A summer start to a weekday Parent's Night Out in downtown Cleveland. This 13-week music series brings live music to Mall C every Wednesday night from June 8 through August 31. Grab takeout from your favorite Cleveland restaurant, enjoy a beverage and pick a spot on the lawn to listen. ...

In the festival's fifth year, this after hours event begins on Thursday, July 6 and features both a walk-through and drive-through experiences, large-scale illuminated lantern displays, live acrobatic performances and culturally inspired cuisine. ...

Two male North American river otters arrived at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History from Louisiana on May 11 and are acclimating to their new home in the Ralph Perkins II Wildlife Center & Woods Garden — presented by KeyBank. ...

Northeast Ohio Blogger, life coach, Michelle Dickstein shares her experience at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage new exhibit, "Chagall for Children," which runs through August 18. ...

Crossroads Health announced its Inaugural Biennial fundraiser Soaring Hearts. The community is invited to join them at  Headlands Beach State Park for a Guinness World Record official attempt of most kites flown simultaneously. ...

Beck Center for the Arts announced its 2022-2023 Professional Theater Season, the 89th season which includes Tony Award® Winners, comedies, dramas, return of the blockbuster Elf the Musical and more! ...

It's time for outdoor play — running, skating and cycling are healthy activities that build muscle and strengthen bones. However, warm weather also means kids will be arriving in ERs after bicycle accidents, skateboard and scooter mishaps, and rollerblade wipe-outs, and with injuries from minor to life-threatening. Here are some tips on keeping kids safe with helmets on. ...

Looking for something to do with your toddler or preschooler? Learn about spring wildflowers in an evening event, take a StoryWalk, attend an adapted storytime, have fun with finger paints and more! ...

The children’s exhibition is specifically designed to engage ages 2 – 12 and features 14 multi-sensory exploration stations. A kick-off event will be held on Sunday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for families to explore the exhibit. attend live performances and more. ...

The region’s park systems have many offerings for families. Travel to one of their nature centers and farms, which often provide an in-depth look at the park’s history, animals, and interactive exhibits for all ages to enjoy. There are also plenty of outdoor activities around or near the centers. Here are 50 ways to make the most of your time outdoors. ...