Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: April 16-19

Thursday, April 16

Best of the West at LaCentre
Meet some of the best local businesses of Northeast Ohio at this party, where you can sample bites from restaurants, peruse selections by shops and get to know your West Side neighbors. Dozens of organizations will be represented at the annual event, and attendees will be able to vote on their favorites in a variety of categories. The event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets $35.75, 25777 Detroit Road #100, Westlake, clevelandmagazine.com

Fine Print Fair 2026 Preview Party at Cleveland Museum of Art
The annual Fine Print Fair that returns to Cleveland Museum of Art this weekend commences with this special preview that takes place at 5:30 p.m. Sixteen dealers will be on hand selling prints and drawings. The event continues through Sunday. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org

Guardians vs. Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field
The Guardians kick off a seven-game home stand with Thursday's game against the Baltimore Orioles, a team that has struggled to play .500 ball this season. The series continues through Sunday. 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com

Puscifer: The Normal Isn't Tour at Akron Civic Theatre
The artsy side project for Tool and A Perfect Circle singer Maynard James Keenan comes to the Akron Civic Theatre in the wake of the release of its new album, Normal Isn't. The group wrote and recorded the album across Arizona and Los Angeles as well as on the road during last year’s Sessanta tour, The show begins at 7:30 p.m., and comedian Dave Hill, a Northeast Ohio native, opens. 182 South Main St., Akron, 330-253-2488, akroncivic.com

Dylan Scott at the Agora
The country singer-songwriter comes to the Agora. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. as part of a trek that supports his latest album, Livin' My Best Life (Still). The Louisiana native got a boost from joining Cole Swindell's a couple of years back for his Win the Night Tour. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com

Starmites at the Helen
This musical centers on a shy teenage who builds a fantasy world around the sci-fi comic books she collects. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Helen, where performances continue through April 19. Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre, 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Tartuffe at the Outcalt Theatre
Cleveland Play House presents its take on this French farce. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Outcalt Theatre, where performances continue through April 26. 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Friday, April 17

49 Winchester at Globe Iron
Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson) produced Change of Plans, the latest effort from this rootsy rock band out of Castlewood, Virginia. The single "Pardon Me" serves as a good sample of the band's Southern rock sound that features soaring vocals and Skynyrd-like guitars. The group performs at 7 p.m. at Globe Iron. 2325 Elm St., Cleveland, globeironcle.com

The Boys 4 Life Tour at Wolstein Center
Waka Flocka Flame, Amerie, Yung Joc, Crime Mob, Dem Franchize Boyz, B5 and Pretty Ricky join co-headliners B2K and Bow Wow for this hip-hop and R&B extravaganza that rolls into Wolstein Center on Friday night. 2000 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, 216-687-9292, wolsteincenter.com

Barns Courtney at the Grog Shop
This British rocker who signed his first record deal at age 19 returned earlier this year with a rough-around-the-edges cover of the '60s classic "Green Door." The release signals a comeback for the raspy-voiced Courtney, who has a live album and full-length in the works. He performs on Friday at 8 p.m. at the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs

Electric Feels at House of Blues
This "experiential party" from Los Angeles features DJs who spin popular indie-rock tunes in a festive environment that features stage production and special guests. Organizers bill it as "a party with a festival feel." Friday's event takes place at 9 p.m. at House of Blues. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com

Flanagan's Wake at Kennedy’s Theatre
Part improv, part scripted, this interactive Irish wake is back again at Kennedy’s Theatre at Playhouse Square. Performances are set for 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. 1501 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Carly Pearce at MGM Northfield Park
The popular country pop singer received a Grammy nod for “We Don’t Fight Anymore” (featuring Chris Stapleton), the lead single from her 2024 album Hummingbird. Her current tour brings her to MGM Northfield Park's Center Stage. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-908-7793, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com

Third Friday at 78th Street Studios
From 5 to 9 p.m., many of the 78th Street Studios resident artist studios and galleries will be open as part of this monthly event. There will be live music, and Local West, a Gordon Square sandwich shop, will serve food. BARneo will have a selection of adult beverages as well. Admission is free. 1300 West 78th St., Cleveland, 78thstreetstudios.com

Saturday, April 18

Artist in the Atrium at Cleveland Museum of Art
Every third Saturday of each month, stop by the Ames Family Atrium between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to get a firsthand look at the art-making process. Each session provides the opportunity to engage and interact with a different Northeast Ohio maker during pop-up demonstrations and activities. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org

Baldassarre Rock Orchestra at Kent Stage
Talented guitar hero Carl Baldassarre, who once fronted the popular Cleveland rock act Abraxas and can play just about anything in Led Zeppelin's catalogue, brings his Baldassarre Rock Orchestra to the Kent Stage. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Fayrewether at House of Blues
In the '70s and '80s, Paul Fayrewether fronted the Cleveland-based band Fayrewether, and the band became known for its renditions of songs by Genesis and Alex Harvey. Fayrewether, who currently lives in the suburbs and doesn't play live often, brings his group known for its theatrical performances back to House of Blues. Doors open at 7 p.m. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com

Monster Energy AMA Supercross at Huntington Bank Field
Huntington Bank Field will transform into a motocross course as the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship comes to town. 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, 440-891-5000, huntingtonbankfield.com

Record Store Day 2026 at the Vinyl Groove
The Vinyl Groove will celebrate Record Store in grand fashion. XCSB DJs will be on hand to play four back-to-back sets, and Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck will be on hand for the event. The store will be stocked with limited-edition and exclusive vinyl pressings available in-store only. Doors open at 10 a.m. 5100 Pearl Road, Suite 208, Cleveland, 440-439-8371, thevinylgrooverecords.com

Rikets at Globe Iron
The nu-metal band that formed nearly 20 years comes to Globe Iron. During its heyday, the group opened for acts such as Korn and Breaking Benjamin. It performs at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Globe Iron. 2325 Elm St., Cleveland, globeironcle.com

Dan Soder at the Agora
The comedian and actor who’s gearing up for a new Netflix special that he’ll film this summer brings his Golden Retriever of Comedy tour to the Agora. Expect to hear plenty of new material. Doors open at 6 p.m. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com

Vibeboost Market Vol. 2 at Negative Space Gallery
This event that bills itself as "a market, festival, show, gathering, and experience" returns to Negative Space Gallery on Saturday and Sunday. It'll feature creatives, musicians, performers and vendors from a variety of backgrounds. It takes place from 2 to 9 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. 1541 E. 38th St., Cleveland, 216-470-6092, instagram.com/vibeboostmarket

Max Wareham & the National Bluegrass Team at G.A.R. Hall
Max Wareham, the Boston-based banjoist and longtime member of the Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, brings his own band to G.A.R. Hall in Peninsula. He'll play a set with his backing musicians and then lead a bluegrass jam. It all starts at 8 p.m. 1785 Main St., Peninsula, 330-657-2528, thepeninsulafoundation.org

Sunday, April 19

Cleveland Women's Orchestra at Mandel Concert Hall
Pianist Angelin Chang joins the Cleveland Women's Orchestra as it plays pieces by Sarah Hegenderfer, Franck and Ravel at this concert that takes place at 3:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall. 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com

Floetry at the State Theatre
The R&B/spoken-word group returns from a 10-year hiatus for this tour that includes Sunday's show at the State Theatre. Soul singers Raheem DeVaughn and Teedra Moses will join the group for its performance. The show begins at 7 p.m. 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Monsters vs. Grand Rapids Griffins at Rocket Arena
The Monsters take on the Grand Rapids Griffins at 3 p.m. on Sunday at Rocket Arena. It’s Fan Salute Day, so expect plenty of giveaways. Also, kids qualify for special Monsters meals that go for just $7. One Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

Yarn at the Happy Dog
This New York-based alt-country act put horns and a gospel choir on its twangy new album, Saturday Night Sermon. The tour in support of the release brings it to the Happy Dog Sunday at 7 p.m. 5801 Detroit Ave., 216-651-9474, happydogcleveland.com

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