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August 2026
Asian Lantern Festival
The Asian Lantern Festival is presented by Meijer and returns to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo beginning Thursday, July 9 and will run daily through August 8th. Experience the Zoo illuminated after dark, featuring live performances and a variety of culturally inspired food. New this year! Expect more hands-on interactive experiences and the debut of the K-Pop Family Dance Party. Come ready to dance the night away with an energetic, interactive experience for all ages. Enjoy dance tutorials led by the house…
Find out more »Saint Josaphat Ukrainian Festival
Parade, bounce houses, petting zoo, live music and much more. 12 p.m.
Find out more »Akron Pizza Fest
A 2-day Food and Music Festival featuring pizza parlors from throughout the Akron area. Each Pizza vendor will be selling individual slices and whole pies. Live music, Corn Hole Tournament, pizza-eating contests, kids activities and much. 12-10 p.m.
Find out more »September 2026
Cleveland Oktoberfest – Celebrating 21 years as Northeast Ohio’s Best End of Summer Celebration
What started as a local celebration of great music, food, beer and dancing has become one of the biggest cultural events in the region. Named the Best Oktoberfest in the Nation by USA TODAY in 2023. That recognition continues to inspire more energy, entertainment, and community to the festival each year. For the latest news, ticket info, and entertainment schedules, follow us on social media @ClevelandOktoberfest or visit ClevelandOktoberfest.com.
Find out more »Stow Summer Sunset Blast
Fireworks, community picnic, games and more. FREE Parking! FREE Admittance! There is a cost for the kids' entertainment area and vendors. SAT., September 5, 2026 All Day: Food, fun, vendors, entertainment, craft beer from Missing Mountain Brewery, music and MORE! 5 - 7:30 PM Touch-A-Truck 5 - 8 PM Petting Zoo INCLUDED WITH WRISTBAND PURCHASE $7/daily 5 - 10 PM Rockwall, Inflatables INCLUDED WITH WRISTBAND PURCHASE $7/daily 5 - 10 PM Mini Golf Course 5 - 10 PM Airbrush Tattoos,…
Find out more »The Music of John Williams
Celebrate the epic music of one of film’s greatest composers, from Superman and Star Wars to Jurassic Park. John Williams is known as, the “Maestro of the Movies,” whose craft has helped to shape the sound of modern cinema. From Superman and Star Wars to Jurassic Park, this exciting program celebrates imagination, emotion, and the magic of one of the greatest composers in film history. 7 p.m.
Find out more »Cleveland Oktoberfest – Celebrating 21 years as Northeast Ohio’s Best End of Summer Celebration
What started as a local celebration of great music, food, beer and dancing has become one of the biggest cultural events in the region. Named the Best Oktoberfest in the Nation by USA TODAY in 2023. That recognition continues to inspire more energy, entertainment, and community to the festival each year. For the latest news, ticket info, and entertainment schedules, follow us on social media @ClevelandOktoberfest or visit ClevelandOktoberfest.com.
Find out more »Waterloo Arts Fest
The annual Waterloo Arts Fest takes place in the artistically vibrant Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District in Collinwood. Over the past twenty four years the festival has grown but always stayed grounded in community and fresh with local art. Each year, the Waterloo Arts Fest reminds residents and visitors of the incredible potential still to be realized and how wonderful it is to live in a city neighborhood with a mix of great people. Shop with 90+ local artists and…
Find out more »Rocky River Arts Festival
A festival to celebrate the talents of Rocky River residents and highlight the merchants in the Old Detroit Shopping area. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »Play Together, Save Together!
A personal finance themed Grandparent’s Festival. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
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