A Salute to America at Blossom Music Center
Join the Blossom Festival Band for this patriotic, family-friendly evening. The music program boasts a mix of traditional marches, Broadway favorites, an armed forces salute and ends the night with a firework finale you won’t want to miss. $25-$59, July 3-4, 8 p.m., 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 330-920-8040, clevelandorchestra.com
Brewmaster’s Dinner at Hale Farm & Village
Curated by Great Lakes Brewing Co., this culinary journey boasts a five-course menu showcasing the food and talents of Hale Farm and GLBC chefs. Dishes are paired with year-round beers carefully selected by brewers. $85, June 30, 5:30 p.m., 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, greatlakesbrewing.com
ChamberFest Cleveland
Don’t miss the final weekend of Cleveland’s only chamber music festival. Each night carries you through a different curated theme, such as the contrasting sounds of Extreme Expressions. The festival bookends each performance with prelude and postlude talks from musicians and other professionals. $10-$40, for individual event details, visit chamberfestcleveland.com
Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees
It’s another great summer weekend for America’s pastime. The Guardians take on current American League East leaders, the Yankees, for three straight games right here in The Land. Get there early on Friday or Saturday for a chance to snag some free swag, including a “Guards” T-shirt and Larry Doby 1947 replica jersey. $15-$139, July 1-3, various times, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216- 420-4487, mlb.com/guardians
GlamGore: All American Trash at the Grog Shop
Cleveland’s resident trash queens at GlamGore bring you an Independence Day celebration like no other. Expect references to American icons and, above all else, a healthy dose of intentional disgust and dismay. $13-$200, July 1, 8 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs
Lilieae at Union Home Mortgage Plaza
These Cleveland-bred rockers pull from classic rock, metal, grunge and everything in between, offering fans an eclectic sound anyone can get behind. Looking for something a bit groovier? Opening act, M.O.O.K.Y, brings his signature fusion of alt-rock and hip-hop, drawing from influences like Mac Miller and Prince. Free, July 1, 8 p.m., 1100 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, 216-781-7625, rockhall.com
Monster Jam at FirstEnergy Stadium
Gas-powered beasts roar and rip through mud and metal for one adrenaline-fueled night. Don’t miss the iconic, gargantuan machinery of Monster Jam, including Grave Digger and El Toro Loco, as they tear their way through Cleveland — perfect for a high-octane family night. $17-$75, July 2, 7 p.m.-11 p.m., 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, monsterjam.com
The New Black Vanguard at the Cleveland Museum of Art
Stirring up conversation surrounding Black lives and representation, this exhibit breaks the mold, merging art with fashion photography to challenge preconceived notions of Blackness. The New Black Vanguard includes work by impactful artists such as Tyler Mitchell, the first African American to shoot a cover for Vogue in the magazine’s 125-year history. Free-$22, Thru Sept. 11, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org
Nova Charisma at The Foundry
Turn up the energy and the angst for a night of wailing post-hardcore music and mosh pits. Before you go, listen to Nova Charisma’s newest single, “Hollow People,” a somber, emo-inspired jam you can’t help but chant along to. $18, June 30, 7 p.m., 11729 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 440-637-5483, bravoartist.com
Soul of Zeppelin at Music Box Supper Club
The soulful croon of Marcus Scott — of Tower of Power fame — and the six-string virtuosity of Cleveland’s own Carl Baldassarre fuse together for a powerful rendition of Led Zeppelin’s catalogue. Nearing super-group status, the band features Nick D’Virgilio, known for his work with Tears for Fears and Genesis, on drums. $15-$25, July 2, 6 p.m., 1148 Main Ave, Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com
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