Archie and the Bunkers at Beachland Ballroom & Tavern
The rock ‘n’ roll duo responsible for tracks like “She’s a Rockin’ Machine” make their official return at Cleveland’s Screaming — an event featuring Detroit psychobilly rockers, the Ruiners, and the premiere of Mike Hudson’s film This is ELVIS’ Birthday ’92. $15, July 9, 7 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Bridgestone Senior Players Championship at Firestone Country Club
Head to Firestone County Club to watch Steve Stricker defend his 2021 Senior Players Championship. The fun doesn’t stop there, Firestone boasts live music from the Akron Symphony Orchestra and Coffee with Legends, a chat over a cup of joe with major championship winners, such as Hale Irwin. $10-$25, July 6-10, various times, 452 E. Warner Road, Akron, pgatour.com
Cain Park Arts Festival
Hundreds of artists and crafters gather for three days of creativity and perhaps a bit of shopping. Festival entries range from watercolor paintings to handmade jewelry, with many of the pieces available for purchase if the fancy strikes you. Free, July 8-10, various times, 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, cainpark.com
Kevin Hart at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Looking to kick back and laugh this weekend? Then don’t miss comedy titan Kevin Hart, stopping by Cleveland as a part of his Reality Check Tour. With a laundry list of stand-up specials and feature films under his belt, you’re in for a guaranteed gut-buster of a night. Tickets starting at $39.50, July 10, 7 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Lil Jon DJ set at FWD in the Flats
Lil Jon turns up in the Flats this weekend, curating a banger-filled night on the waterfront. Known for smash hits like “Turn Down for What” and “Get Low,” prepare for one of the highest-energy events in The Land, courtesy of the crunk icon himself. $40, July 8, 9:30 p.m., 1176 Front Ave., Cleveland, 216-990-2300, fwdnightclub.com
Shaker Soirée at Shaker Historical Society
Food, music, libations — what more could you ask for? Join the Shaker Historical Society for this swanky garden bash inspired by the organization’s first ever planned event back in 1948. The evening begins with a pre-party champagne celebration and a behind-the-scenes museum tour you won’t want to miss. $100, July 9, 7 p.m.-10 p.m., 16740 S. Park Blvd., Cleveland, 216-921-1201, shakerhistory.org
The SpongeBob Musical at North Canton Playhouse
Family-friendly and timeless, watch Bikini Bottom’s favorite fry cook save his home, and maybe even the world, using the power of optimism and friendship. From Gen-X to Gen-Z, SpongeBob SquarePants brings generations together for endless laughs. $15, thru July 17, various times, 525 Seventh St. NE., North Canton, northcantonplayhouse.com
Tall Ships Festival at North Coast Harbor
Transport yourself into the maritime history of Cleveland. The Tall Ships Fest docks near FirstEnergy Stadium, promising four days of traditionally rigged sailing vessels from Canada, the United States and Spain. Sign up for a Sail Away to get the full nautical experience — boarding starts at 10 a.m. every day. $17-$300, July 7-10, various times, 515 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, tallshipscle.com
Twilight Picnic at Holden Arboretum
Enjoy an evening picnic dinner in the woods featuring catering from SPICE, live music and activities for all ages, such as face painting, a craft station and a botanically themed treasure hunt. Part of the event includes an online plant auction — your chance to walk away with a new addition to your own garden — courtesy of Klyn Nursery. $35-$500, July 9, 5:30 p.m., 9550 Sperry Road, Kirtland, holdenfg.org
Wonderstruck Festival at Lakeland Community CollegeDon’t miss Northeast Ohio’s only internationally recognized contemporary music festival. Headliners The Lumineers and Vampire Weekend grace Lakeland alongside more than a dozen other performers. With 20 hours of live music spread across three stages, something is sure to get you groovin’ this weekend. Tickets starting at $50, July 9-10, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, wonderstruckfest.com
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