Alla Boara Live Recording at the Bop Stop
This local sextet reimagines Italian folk music through the lens of jazz, and you can catch the band recording its new album live for two straight days at the Bop Stop. Ever wanted a real look at the studio life of a jazz band? Get down to the Music Settlement this weekend for the full experience. $15-$25, July 7-8, 8 p.m., 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, themusicsettlement.org
Cain Park Arts Festival
This week at Cain Park, the entire weekend features a packed lineup of juried artists and crafters. Take this opportunity to shop for a new living room centerpiece, a gift for an upcoming birthday, or simply peruse dozens of displays featuring jewelry, paintings, ceramics and nearly anything else you can think of. Free, July 7-9, 4-7 p.m., Cain Park, cainpark.com
Cleveland Shakespeare Festival
The Shakespeare festival has been rockin’ in Cleveland for 26 seasons, and you won’t be disappointed this year enjoying the event’s rendition of As You Like It!, a classic Shakespearean comedy straight from 1623. Free, July 8, 7 p.m., 3401 Tuttle Road, Shaker Heights, thisiscleveland.com
America’s Next Top Ted at Imposters Theater
The stunning and talented performers of Imposters Theater are bringing a new series of Ted Talks to The Land. Hosted by Maria Serra, the crowd will have a say in who takes the honorable title of “The Ted.” Perhaps you’ll learn something if you aren’t laughing too hard to care. $10, July 7, 7 p.m., 4828 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, imposterstheater.com
Cleveland Guardians v. Kansas City Royals
What better way to get out in the Cleveland sun than with America’s pastime. The Guards are taking on the Royals for an entire weekend series right at home, so pick a day and go grab a brew and a Sugardale dog at Progressive Field. Tickets starting at $15, July 6-9, various times, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, mlb.com/guardians
Egyptomania: Fashion’s Conflicted Obsession at Cleveland Museum of Art
This exhibit draws a parallel between the museum’s collection of Egyptian art and roughly 50 pieces from around the world, showing the ancient culture’s close influence on fashion and textiles in the modern era. Free, through Jan. 28, 2024, various times, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
Fin Fest at Greater Cleveland Aquarium
Chock-full of shark-related trivia, videos and more, Fin Fest offers Clevelanders a chance to learn about the diversity and importance of our toothy, underwater friends. Make sure to don your sharkiest gear when you go for a chance to win a $125 gift certificate at the Gift Shop. Free-$19.95, until Aug. 6, various times, 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Nintendo 69 Tournament at No Class
Pick that controller back up, it’s time for a classic, bare-knuckle brawl at No Class. By that, we mean a heated Super Smash Bros. Melee tournament. With a cash prize up for grabs and free play consoles around, this event is perfect for the angsty gamer looking for a night out. $5, July 9, 5 p.m., 11213 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, noclasscle.com
Secret Society Comedy at the Apartment
You know the drill. Head down to Mahall’s Apartment 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, July 8, 11:30 p.m., 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, watercoolercomedy.org/secretsocietycomedy
A Splendid Land: Paintings from Royal Udaipur at CMA
Scenes reverent of coveted water and the timeless emotions of shifting political landscapes sprawl before you on 50 cloth and paper art pieces. Paintings from Royal Udaipur takes museum attendees through the 18th century of the old northwest Indian royal capital, once a destination for entertainment and diplomacy. Free, through Sept. 10, various times, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
WonderStruck at Lakeland Community College
Back for another exciting year, WonderStruck switched it up this year with the lineup. Don’t miss this chance to cross artists like Khalid, Flo Rida, Nelly and former-Disney stars Aly & Aj from your musical bucket list. $65+, July 8-9, 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, wonderstruckfest.com
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