Culture Yourself Tasting at Collision Bend Brewing Company
What better way to celebrate the weekend than to indulge in some cheese and hops? Come refine your palate with a special selection of cheeses paired with a choice of craft beer or wine samples at Collision Bend Brewing Company. Brewers and cheesemakers will be on hand to answer questions and share their passion. Live music will accompany the tasting, and the beautiful riverside view is free. $50, Nov. 9, 6-9 p.m., 1250 Old River Road, Cleveland, collisionbendbrewery.com
Cleveland Comedy Festival
Get ready for some laughs as you celebrate the past, present and future of local comedy at the Cleveland Comedy Festival. Featuring popular Cleveland comedians such as Martin Malloy, Brad Wenzel, Morgan Gallo and John Armstrong, come and stay a while as you laugh your head off. For an $80 price, you get access to all three festival locations plus a 2023 festival T-shirt. $80, Nov. 9-11, 78th Street Studios, 1300 W. 78th St., Cleveland, clevelandcomedyfestival.com
City of Cleveland Veterans Day Parade
Honor those who served and those who serve at the annual Veteran’s Day parade in downtown Cleveland this Veteran’s Day. The lively procession will include military units and marching bands, veterans and community organizations as we come together to celebrate our nation’s heroes who have sacrificed for our freedom. Free event, Nov. 10, 12:30-1:30 p.m., 601 Lakeside Ave. E, Cleveland, neopat.org
Hannigan Conducts Strauss at Severance Music Hall
Watch famed soprano and conductor Barbara Hannigan deliver her much-anticipated debut at Severance Music Hall conducting the works of Johann Strauss II, as well as works by Ligeti, Haydn and Vivier. $25-$125, Nov. 10, 11 a.m., 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, clevelandorchestra.com
Crazy Cleveland Scavenger Hunt at 27 Club Coffee
Explore your favorite city with a creative and unconventional scavenger hunt, hosted by Alley Kat Adventures. Both family and dog-friendly, this scavenger hunt is both indoor and outdoor, taking you to various favorite locations around Cleveland. (Psst: there will be bonus challenges, too.) Uncover local secrets and discover hidden gems in the city we all know and love. $24, Nov. 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 1215 W. 10th St., Cleveland, alleykatadventures.com
Depeche Mode at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Come and relive the best of the 1980s with Depeche Mode at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse this Friday with its Memento Mori tour, supporting its upcoming album of the same name. This tour is the band’s 19th overall and its first in more than five years. $32-$700, Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
A Christmas Story 40th Anniversary Panel
Come celebrate Cleveland’s favorite Christmas movie and its 40th anniversary with a reunion of the cast. Moderated by Al Roker, guests will have the opportunity to hear behind-the-scenes stories, take photos with the cast, get a signed autograph and speak with Peter Billingsley — our beloved Ralphie — himself. $20-$100, Nov. 10-12, various times, 500 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, clevelandfilm.com
Cleveland Christmas Run
Feel the burn as you kick off the Christmas season in style. This run is welcome to everyone from dedicated athletes to brisk walkers alike. Costumes are encouraged; the more festive the better. Note: this event is virtual, meaning you can compete from the comfort of your own home or preferred trail. $60, Nov. 11, 8:30 a.m., virtual, theclevelandchristmasrun.com
Festival of Laughs at Playhouse Square
Bust a gut laughing with a star-studded cast of comedians at the Festival of Laughs. With an exciting and original blend of humor from a cast, featuring Lavell Crawford, Joe Torry, Sommore and Special K, it’s certain to be an unforgettable show. $61-$184, Nov. 11, 8 p.m., 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Avant Garde Art and Craft Show
‘Tis the season for beautiful crafts. Come and explore the annual Rocky River fall craft show, with multiple vendors selling beautiful handmade arrangements. Children under 12 are admitted for free, and there will be a full concession stand offered. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Cleveland Animal Protective League. $3, Nov. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Nov. 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, avantgardeshows.com
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