Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar.
THU 06/25
Cleveland Metroparks Summer Concert Series
Euclid State Beach plays host to this summer concert series put on by Cleveland Metroparks. The event featuring local music runs from 5 to 8 p.m. and features everything from funk to gospel and jazz. Food trucks will be on hand for the event, and there will be a beer garden as well.
16301 Lake Shore Blvd., 216-635-3200, clevelandmetroparks.com.
The Great Gatsby
The Tony Award-winning musical based on the classic F. Scott Fitgerald book set in the Roaring Twenties comes to Connor Palace. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30, and the play runs through June 28.
1615 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
Larkin Poe
The rock duo performs at 7:30 p.m. at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. The Record Company opens the show. It begins at 7:30 p.m.
14591 Superior Rd., Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com.
Post Malone
Post Malone’s stadium tour with Jelly Roll comes to Huntington Bank Field. An eclectic singer-songwriter, Post Malone recently embraced country music with singles “Guy for That” featuring Luke Combs, “Pour Me A Drink” featuring Blake Shelton and “I Had Some Help” with Morgan Wallen. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
100 Alfred Lerner Way, 440-891-5000, huntingtonbankfield.com.
Tri-C Jazzfest
Tri-C’s annual three-day JazzFest kicks off today at 8 p.m. at the State Theatre with a performance by Sheila E. The percussionist started her career back in the 1970s and famously played with Prince during the 1980s. She’s also known for her philanthropy and activism.
1519 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
FRI 06/26
Todd Barry
Thanks to appearances in cult classics such as Flight of the Conchords and The Wrestler, comedian Todd Barry has a small but loyal fanbase that appreciates his dry sense of humor. Tonight, he returns to the Winchester in Lakewood, where he performs at 8.
12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-600-5338, facebook.com/TheWinchesterMusicTavern.
Capone
Comedian Derrick “Capone” Lee served nine months in jail in the early ’90s, He successfully left that life behind, however, when he turned to comedy and has shared the stage with big-name comics such as Mike Epps and Tracey Morgan. He performs tonight at 7 and 9:30 and tomorrow night at 6:30 and 9 at the Funny Bone.
1148 Main Ave., 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com.
Considering Matthew Shepard
After a week-long intensive for singers, conductors, and collaborative pianists, the Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute presents this concert that features passages from the late Matthew Shepard’s personal journals. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall.
11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.
Jared Freid
As the title of his standup special, 37 & Single, implies, comedian Jared Freid likes to tell jokes about dating. He performs tonight and tomorrow night at 7 and 9:45 at Hilarities.
2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com.
Guardians vs. Seattle Mariners
The Guardians took a series from the Seattle Mariners at the start of the season. The Mariners will undoubtedly hope to do the same when they come to Progressive Field to play the Guardians in a three-game series. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m.
2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb.com/guardians.
Insane Clown Posse
The shock rockers out of Detroit return to the Agora. Known for spraying their audience with Faygo, these masked marvels put on theatrical shows that attract rabid fans. Doors open at 6 p.m.
5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com.
Ratboys
Singin’ to an Empty Chair, this Chicago band’s sixth studio album, mixes soft vocals with slanted guitars, making the group sound like Pavement if the Waxahatchee’s Kathryn Crutchfield fronted the group. Tonight’s show at the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights starts at 8 p.m.
2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs.
Speech & Debate
Case Western Reserve University’s Don Carrier directs this play about high school students who aim to expose a corrupt drama teacher. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30 at Beck Center for the Arts, where performances continue through June 28.
17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org.
Teiku
Chicago pianist Josh Harlow and Detroit percussionist Jonathan Barahal lead this group that’s on on tour to celebrate the release of their new LP Klang. The band performs tonight as part of the Mechanic Street Concert Series. Make reservations through the Mechanic Street website (and you’ll receive more info about the gig).
SAT 06/27
The Big Show
More than 100 musicians will play at this concert that features newly formed local bands created as part of the biennial Lottery League. The event begins at 11 a.m. at Ingenuity Cleveland. It’ll last the entire day as each band plays a 10-minute set of original material. Admission is free.
5401 Hamilton Ave., 216-589-9444, lottery-league.com.
CLE Records Multi-Band Release Party
Locals Doug McKean, Kiss Me Deadly, Moon Echo Garden and Duo Decibel System play this special showcase at Brothers Lounge put on by CLE Records, the label run by longtime local music supporter Jim Ellis. The show begins at 7 p.m.
11609 Detroit Ave., 216-226-2767, brotherslounge.com.
Cleveland Railroad Festival
The American Freedom Train No. 250, a recently restored 81-year-old patriotic steam locomotive, will be on hand for this event that takes place at the the Midwest Railway Preservation Society. Guests can even climb aboard the locomotive’s cab and blow the whistle. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
2800 West Third St., americansteamrailroad.org.
The Early Start: Sunset Fest By the Lake
Tonight at 7 at North Coast Yard, the Early Start, a local promotion company, hosts a special Sunrise Fest featuring music, games and food. Tickets cost $10.
515 Erieside Ave., universe.com/events/the-early-start-sunset-fest-tickets-K1CR7V.
Peninsula Flea
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, 330-657-2788, explorepeninsula.com.
Paula Poundstone
The veteran comedian who hosts a weekly comedy podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and is a regular panelist on NPR’s Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me performs tonight at 7:25 at the Kent Stage.
175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org.
Rock Hall Live: Spoon and the Beths
The two indie acts come to the Rock Hall. The show begins at 7 p.m., and Squirrel Flower shares the bill. According to the Rock Hall website, the show is sold out.
1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., 216-515-8444, rockhall.com
Summerfest 2026
The Luckey Ones, Larry Haws and the Octopus and Robbing Mary perform at this annual outdoor concert at RM Pavilion in Hinckley. Each group will play a set and then the show will close with a jam featuring members from all the groups. Admission is free, and the music starts at 4:30 p.m.
2008 Hinckley Hills Rd., Hinckley, robbingmary.com.
Alex Warren
Two years ago, this singer-songwriter had a bit hit with “Burning Down,” a song he even re-recorded with pop star Joe Jonas. He followed it up with the somber pop tune “Ordinary,” and he now brings his massive Finding Family on the Road tour to Rocket Arena. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com.
SUN 06/28
The Guess Who: Takin’ It Back Tour 2026
Founders Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman have taken their classic roc group the Guess Who back on the road after 23 years. The classic rock group performs at 7:30 p.m. at Blossom. Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles) will open.
1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com.
Jokes on You
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 tonight at 8 in the Frolic Cabaret Room at Hilarities.
2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com.
Reggae Sundays
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. free.
1148 Main Ave., 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com. Follow us: Apple News | Google News | NewsBreak | Reddit | Instagram
