Events in Cleveland

Virtuosic percussionist Jamey Haddad brings his world sounds and mastery of over 1,000 instruments to the Maltz Stage for a unique jazz concert with a focus on the rhythm section. The evening will highlight Haddad’s decades-long career as Paul Simon’s percussionist, his collaboration with Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble, and Haddad’s own group, Under One […]

Lightwire Theater brings a classic tale to the modern stage in an unforgettable theatrical experience. Lined with electroluminescent wire, the beloved story of The Ugly Duckling plays out on stage through a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology and dance. With dazzling visuals, poignant choreography and the creative use of music ranging from classical to pop, […]

The Chill Factor Orchestra Presents At Last: A Celebration of Etta James is a powerful, soul‑driven tribute concert honoring one of the most iconic voices in American music. Vocalist Erin Nicole Neal, backed by The Chill Factor Orchestra, delivers an unforgettable evening of Etta James’ most beloved classics. Capturing the emotional depth, grit, and timeless […]

Jesse Welles is performing in Cleveland on Sunday, October 18, 2026, as part of his "Red Tour". Supporting Act: Hudson Freeman is the confirmed special guest for this date.

TEDxClevelandStateUniversity is more than an event it is a platform for expanding thinking amplifying ideas and fostering meaningful conversations across campus and the Greater Cleveland community.

Join us for the 2026 Cleveland Autumn Assembly, the second English Country Dance Weekend sponsored by Folknet with the help of the Cleveland English Country Dance community. A weekend of English Country Dance with Susan Kevra as caller and Incomparable Music by Karen Axelrod, Rachel Bell, and Audrey Leigh Jaber!

The Cleveland Orchestra Chorus marks its 75th season with a special concert celebrating the rich legacy and vibrant future of this all-volunteer ensemble. Director of Choruses Lisa Wong opens the evening with the Dylan Thomas–inspired Fern Hill by John Corigliano. Following this, Grammy Award–winning composer and conductor Eric Whitacre leads the US premiere of his […]

The “Father of the Symphony” meets the composer who ushered the form into the 20th century. Haydn’s Symphony No. 80 is a refined gem of the Classical era that helped set the stage for the symphonic innovations to come. Guest conductor Peter Popelka then leads The Cleveland Orchestra in Mahler’s Fifth Symphony, a world-embracing work […]

Everyone’s favorite Big Red Dog, CLIFFORD– bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination and the magic of unconditional love! Emily Elizabeth absolutely adores her new puppy – the tiny red runt of the litter. But when her GIANT love makes Clifford grow into a GIANT, the family must trade their cramped […]

Mushroomhead $ Fear Factory are co-headlining their "Soul of a New War Machine Tour" at the Agora Theatre in Cleveland on Saturday, October 31, 2026. This performance serves as Mushroomhead's annual hometown Halloween show. Special Guest: Opening for the co-headliners is the Mongolian folk-metal band Nine Treasures.

Hunter Flynn performs LIVE at Beachland Ballroom & Tavern on November 4th, 2026!

Purchase Season Subscription or Single tickets on sale 07/01/2026 Fall in love with contemporary movement as Charlotte Ballet makes its Playhouse Square debut—launching DANCECleveland mainstage season with an evening that is bold, beautiful, and irresistibly alive. The stunning evening of four contemporary ballet works features versatile dancers performing contemporary favorites like Jiří Kylián’s stunning Petite […]

Warm up winter with the highly anticipated return of audience favorite Hubbard Street Dance Chicago back at Playhouse Square for the first time in nine years. This electrifying program celebrates the companys legacy while looking boldly forward.

Blue October is bringing their "Foiled 20th Anniversary World Tour" to Cleveland on Saturday, November 7, 2026. To celebrate the album's platinum anniversary, the band will perform Foiled in its entirety from front to back, along with other fan favourites.

You may know the birth of cool, modal jazz, and electric rock fusion, but have you heard the cascading sheets of sound Paul Ferguson’s arrangements lend to "A Love Supreme", "The Maids of Cadiz", or "Kind of Blue" for a full jazz orchestra? Leading us through this evening will be many CJO favorites: Jack Schantz, […]

Founded by violinist Nemanja Radulović in 2008, Double Sens is an ensemble that embodies musical dialogue, freedom, and cross-cultural exchange. Bringing together musicians from France and Serbia, the group reflects Radulović’s artistic vision of breaking down boundaries between genres, traditions, and styles. The ensemble’s sound moves fluidly between classical repertoire, Eastern European folk influences, and […]