Blerd Bash at 1Life2Play
Packed with gaming stations equipped with consoles and PCs alike, 1Life2Play invites local nerds for a night of cosplay, games and a local hip-hop showcase. Stick around for the costume contest — knowing anime fans, there’s sure to be several stunning, elaborate fits. $25-$55, Oct. 29, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., 6070 Broadview Road, Parma, eventbrite.com
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
It’s the time of year when Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse comes alive with excited Cavs fans lining up to cheer on the best NBA team in The Land. After a home opener win against the Wizards, the team looks to keep that momentum going against the Knicks this Sunday in Cleveland. Tickets starting at $17, Oct. 30, 6 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Dia de Meurtos at Cleveland Public Theater
This honored Mexican holiday celebration returns for its 18th year at Cleveland Public Theater. The event provides the cultural opportunity to remember loved ones who have passed. Festivities range from altar instillations and folk art to Latin food and live music. Free, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, cptonline.org
FutureLAND Conference at Downtown Cleveland
This entrepreneurial event inspires innovation and diversity through various discussion panels, pitch opportunities and entertainment to keep the mood energetic and fun. Want to test your creative mettle against your business-minded peers? Take your best pitch into one of two competitions — winners walk away with $100,000 in funding. $79-$99, Oct. 27-28, various times, 1121 W. 10th St., Cleveland, futurelandcle.com
Halloween Boo-tique at Eton Chagrin Boulevard
Costumed creatures of the night creep and crawl through Woodmere — you might be one of them. This weekend, round up the family and head to Eton Chagrin Boulevard for an evening of fall shopping and trick-or-treating. Look for the pumpkin poster on shop windows so you know who’s slinging candy. Free, Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m., 28601 Chagrin Blvd., Woodmere, etonchagrinblvd.com
Illuminati Hotties at Grog Shop
Head to the Grog Shop for a night of empowering indie-punk jams courtesy of Illuminati Hotties. Vocalist Sarah Tudzin recently assisted Cleveland’s own The Sonder Bombs with their newest track “The Star.” $18, Oct. 28, 7 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, grogshop.gs
Slug Album Release Show at Medieval Pub
Released through Cleveland-based Delayed Gratification Records, Slug drops its newest chaotic EP, Continuing Growth, with a showcase at Medieval Pub. Various hardcore acts from around the city start things off early, including Piss Me Off, Vice and Dismantle. $10, Oct. 29, 7 p.m., 6625 Denison Ave., Cleveland, eventbrite.com
The Smashing Pumpkins at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Hot off the heels of their new single “Beguiled,” alt-rock titans The Smashing Pumpkins jam through Cleveland for the band’s Spirits on Fire Tour. Making for a nostalgic dream show, the show features special guests Jane’s Addiction alongside Meg Myers. Tickets starting at $49, Oct. 29, 6:30 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Tales of the City at the Cleveland Museum of Art
Tales of the City: Drawing in the Netherlands from Bosch to Bruegel comprises one of Europe’s oldest collections: drawings from the Albertina Museum in Vienna. The works offer insight into Netherlandish city life, as their creation is often credited to city event planning and commissions. Free, Thru Jan. 8, various times, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
WCSB Halloween Ball at Beachland Ballroom & Tavern
This wild Halloween bash serves as a thank you to the community and listenership surrounding WCSB. DJs will jam out across the ballroom and the tavern all night free of charge — sponsorship opportunities will earn your business a shoutout during the station’s Radiothon. Free, Oct. 29, 7 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, wcsb.org
Witches Soiree at Kaiser Gallery
Gussy up in your most ghoulish attire and summon your wildest party familiar, it’s time for a night of witchcraft and libations at Kaiser Gallery. With spooky jams courtesy of DJ Schultz, tarot card readings and your fill of wicked cocktails and treats, you’re in for an evening to remember — if it’s not your last. $15-$20, Oct. 29, 7 p.m.-12 a.m., 2418 Professor Ave., Cleveland, kaisergallery.com
Yoga at Luca’s Barkery
More than likely, your dog won’t leave you alone as you do yoga on the living room floor. So why not move the activity to Luca’s Barkery? Enjoy a session of easy-to-follow positions, with plenty of puppy pats in between. Afterward, treat your furry friend to Luca’s tasty selection of treats and goodies. $20, Oct. 30, 5:15-6:30 p.m., 2929 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, eventbrite.com
Zombie Prom at Hofbrauhaus Cleveland
Enter a dance for the undead: The prom king misplaced his head, and the queen literally has two left legs. Nonetheless, stick around for the Zombie Prom King & Queen contest, followed by the Best Dressed category. Winners walk away with $25 and $50 gift cards respectively. Free, Oct. 29, 7 p.m., 1550 Chester Ave., Cleveland, facebook.com/events
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