11 Things to Do This Weekend in Cleveland: June 8-11

Jam out to Tyler Childers at Jacobs Pavilion, get some new artwork at Art by the Falls or cheer on the Guardians this weekend in Cleveland.

by Anthony Elder | Jun. 7, 2023 | 12:00 PM

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Matthew Murphy for MurphyMade

2023 PWBA Bowlers Journal Cleveland Open at Yorktown Lanes
The Professional Women’s Bowling Association rolls through Cleveland this weekend with competition between the best female bowlers around right now. In its seventh season, the event also boasts a Bowling With the Pros section, where local bowlers will have the chance to share lanes with PWBA members. $7.50-$60, June 8-10, various times, 6218 Pearl Road, Parma Heights, yorktownlanes.com

Alter Ethos Tattoo Music and Arts Festival at Mulberry’s
Food, music, circus performers, tattoos and piercings? This event on the West Bank of the Flats boasts performances from the likes of Crooked River Circus and musical guests including Chelsea Pastel and Wanyama. Of course, there will be a bevy of Northeast Ohio’s finest tattoo artists and piercers ready to hook you up with a gorgeous new piece. $20, June 10, 4 p.m.-2 a.m., 2316 Mulberry Ave., Cleveland, eventbrite.com

Art by the Falls at Chagrin Falls
Back for the 39th year, this contemporary craft and fine arts event comprises more than 130 artists from across the nation — ranging from painting to pottery and everything in between. If you’re looking for a quaint day out by Chagrin Falls’ beautiful river before the summer heat starts blazing, this is the perfect chance. Free, June 10-11, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Riverside Park, Chagrin Falls, valleyartcenter.org

Cleveland Guardians v. Boston Red Sox & Houston Astros
Time for a Sugardale hotdog, a cold brew and another weekend cheering on the Cleveland Guardians as they take the plate against the Red Sox on Thursday and the Astros through the rest of the weekend. Those Sugardales are just a dollar this Friday and you’ll have the chance to snag a free Guards shirt and a free McKenzie Jersey depending on the day. Tickets starting at $15, June 8-11, various times, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, mlb.com/guardians

Crocker Park Block Party and Crocker Bark 5K
See a large dog mascot running for dear life? Must be the Crocker Bark 5K where interested Clevelanders and their four-legged companions will be racing through Westlake. Stay for the rest of the Block Party afterward for a delicious bite from local vendors and various activities sponsored by the Westlake Police Department. Free, June 11, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 177 Market St., Westlake, crockerpark.com

Damn, Feelings Vinyl Release at Beachland Ballroom
Fans of local pop sensation Chayla Hope have awaited the vinyl release of Damn, Feelings for nearly a year. Now, the city will celebrate the fresh wax pressed by Gotta Groove Records with a Beachland show boasting support from the Ghost Club and Kyle Mahlik. Of course, Hope will rock the stage at the end of the pop-fueled night. $12-$14, June 9, 7 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com

Moulin Rouge! The Musical at Playhouse Square
The iconic theater production boasting a mash of pop-culture hits sweeps through Cleveland this weekend, running through July 2. With 10 Tony Awards, the musical based on Baz Luhrmann’s hit movie is sure to enthrall. $39-$129, June 7-July 2, various times, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org

Parade the Circle at University Circle
One of the largest cultural events in Cleveland returns for a day of bright, extravagant fun. Large puppets and huge costumes mingle as if from Wonderland. Painted faces bob between handmade masks and vibrant music ties it all together in an artistic bow for this year’s theme, Dragonfly / Libelula. Free-$10 for parade registration, June 10, noon, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org

Secret Society Comedy at Brick and Barrel
You know the drill. Head down to Brick and Barrel 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, June 9, 11:30 p.m., 1844 Columbus Road, Cleveland, watercoolercomedy.org/secretsocietycomedy

Taste of Lakewood at Studio West 117
One of the hottest suburbs around Cleveland gets even hotter as the weather warms up. This weekend, explore some of what makes Lakewood great with an event centered around the town’s tastiest bites including Cleveland Vegan, India Garden, Angelo’s Pizza and more. Free-$75, June 11, 1 p.m., 1384 Hird Ave., Lakewood, eventbrite.com

Tyler Childers at Jacobs Pavilion
Jam out to one of the hottest country acts on the scene right alongside the waterfront this weekend at Jacobs Pavilion. Get there early for an opening set courtesy of Miles Miller and look out for hit Childers tracks like “All Your’n” and “Lady May.” Tickets starting at $180, June 11, 6:30 p.m., 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com

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