11 Things to Do This Weekend in Cleveland: Dec. 22-24

Cheer on the Cavs, enjoy the glowing menorah at Public Square, crack up at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre and more this weekend in The Land.

by Anthony Elder | Dec. 22, 2022 | 1:00 PM

Erik Drost

Erik Drost

Bobby Selvaggio Christmas Show at BLU Jazz+
Looking for something a bit smoother this weekend? Check out the sax stylings of Bobby Selvaggio alongside bandmates Lucas Kadish, Zaire Darden and Kevin Martinez. Expect cheerful classics followed by an open jam at the end. $20, Dec. 23, 8 p.m., 47 E. Market St., Akron, blujazzakron.com

Cleveland Browns vs. New Orleans Saints at FirstEnergy Stadium
Bundle up, grab a brew — or a pop for the kids — and head down to FirstEnergy Stadium to root on the Browns as they take on the Saints in week 16 of the season. It’s hard to imagine the Super Bowl looming just around the corner. Tickets starting at $70, Dec. 24, 1 p.m., 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, clevelandbrowns.com/schedule

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
The Cavs aren’t looking too bad, help them keep the momentum going on Friday against the Raptors by showing up with all the gear and cheer you can muster. This week look for  City Edition Night, keep an eye out for those crisp, Cleveland jerseys. Tickets starting at $23, Dec. 23, 7:30 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, nba.com/cavaliers/schedule

Grand Menorah Lighting at Public Square
Through glowing archways sits the menorah, burning bright as a part of Downtown Chabad of Cleveland’s lighting ceremony. Gather up friends and family for a beautiful way to celebrate Hanukkah in The Land. Free, Dec. 21, 6-7 p.m., Public Square, Cleveland, clevelandpublicsquare.com

Home for the Holidays at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre
This holiday comedy event boasts local comics who are, you guessed it, home for the holidays. Show features and lineups are still unannounced but rest assured, that just means you’re in for a surprise — like opening gifts Christmas morning. $15-$20, Dec. 23, 7 p.m. & 9:45 p.m., 2035 E. 4th St., Cleveland, pickwickandfrolic.com

Impressionism to Modernism at the Cleveland Museum of Art 
A new exhibit is on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Impressionism to Modernism: The Keithley Collection includes more than 100 new pieces — collected over 20 years by locals Joseph P. And Nancy F. Keithley — comprising the largest museum donation in decades. Free-$15, until Jan. 1, 2023, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org

Secret Cellar Christmas Bar at Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Don your cheeriest elf costume, your ugliest sweater, your cutest reindeer ears and head down to Great Lakes Brewing Co. for its special Yuletide cocktail menu and Christmas-themed, cozy cellar bar. Seating is on a first-come-first-served basis, so get there early for a chance at the merriment. Free, until Dec. 31, various times, 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, greatlakesbrewing.com

Secret Society Comedy at Heart of Gold
You know the drill. Head down to Luxe this weekend for a hush-hush night of gut-busting laughs, courtesy of hosts Bryan Sternik, David Horning, Gheramy Demery, other local comics and maybe a few surprises from the Secret Society Comedy bag of tricks. It goes without saying — tell no one where you were this weekend. $15, Dec. 23, 11:30 p.m., 4133 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, eventbrite.com

Signals Midwest at the Grog Shop
Don your vans and quirky dad hats, Signals Midwest is bringing the emo heat this weekend alongside supporting acts Heart & Lung, Low Morale, RRRIOT! and Hunden. Bring a canned good or non-perishable item for half off your ticket price, all donations go to the Cleveland Food Bank. $5-$10, Dec. 23, 7 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, grogshop.gs

Stockings for the Land at The Foundry
Head to The Foundry in Lakewood as they gather warm stocking stuffers for children and adults in need. They’re looking specifically for hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and similar comforting items as the winter goes on. There will be vendors giving away free treats and stocking stuffers of their own, as well as a wise-cracking Santa on the premises. Free, Dec. 22, 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m., 11729 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, foundryconcertclub.com

Twinkle in the 216 at the Cleveland Botanical Garden
Bask in the star-like holiday lights entwined in the gardens and greenhouses. The exhibit celebrates Cleveland with vignettes of local architecture and seasonal décor running through beautifully lit trails, handmade gingerbread houses and more. Free-$19, until Dec. 31, 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, holdenfg.org

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