2nd Annual Crocker Park Block Party
Hop over to Westlake for a day of community fun. Starting with the Crocker Bark 5k, the event boasts seven delicious food trucks, educational activities provided by the local police department as well as face painting and games for the kids. Free-$30, June 12, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 177 Market St., Westlake, crockerpark.com
Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure at the Cleveland Museum of Art
Distorted, thin human figures, seemingly caked in tar and mud, are up for visitors’ gander. The work, that of sculpture and artist Alberto Giacometti, explores philosophical questions in regard to the human form, an artistic study Giacometti fell into as he developed his style after WWII. Free-$15, Thru June 12, Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org
The Dancing Wheels Company at Allen Theater
Dancing Wheels unites the talents of dancers with and without disabilities, curating an event as distinct as it is inclusive. The troupe’s upcoming gala performance honors over four decades of what they call physically integrated dancing, before launching a nationally touring festival. $50, June 10, 8 p.m., 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Dave Matthews Band at Blossom Music Center
The iconic jam band takes Blossom for an evening of blues fusion and environmentalism. With every ticket, attendees may donate $2 toward planting a fresh tree through the Nature Conservancy. Cut loose on the lawn and help the band hit their 3 million-tree goal. Tickets starting at $49.50, June 10, 7:30 p.m., 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 330-920-8040, concerts.livenation.com
Drag Brunch at Great Lakes Brewing Company
Sunday Funday never looked so glamorous. Grab a stack of vegan waffles ($14), a Drama Queen ($11) made with Cruzan light rum, peach schnapps and blue Curacao, and sit back for premier drag performances from prolific local queens Anhedonia Delight, Malibu Peruu and more. Free (reservation required), June 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com
Guardians vs. Athletics at Progressive Field
Root for the best major-league baseball team in Cleveland as they duke it out with the Oakland Athletics. Dollar Dog Night will keep you fed on Friday, and thousands of fans will walk away with free Guardians-colored sunglasses and/or an Aaron Civale bobblehead, depending on the night. $15-$131, June 9-12, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com/guardians
Stand-Up Comedy at Playhouse Square
It’s a laugh-filled weekend for Playhouse Square, with comedy titan Tom Segura taking Connor Palace Friday night before Leanne Morgan’s Big Panty Tour graces the stage on Saturday. True stand-up lovers won’t miss the chance to see either performance. $39-$89, June 10 & 11, 7 p.m., 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Summer Arts Festival at Wade Oval
Like a fantasy come to life, wander between giant sculptures, such as the Colossal Mushroom and Flower, and creatively costumed performers at this interactive event ¾ aptly titled Dance With Giants. Offering a little something for all ages, the event includes live music and a tantalizing beer garden. Free, June 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 10820 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
The Masked Singer Tour at E.J. Thomas Hall
Ever considered flying to L.A. to see Fox’s hit show, The Masked Singer, in person? Now you don’t have to. The mysterious singing competition dons its mask in Akron this weekend with host Natasha Bedingfield, mystery celebrity guests and fan-favorite characters Taco, Alien and more. $39-$90, June 9, 7:30 p.m., 198 Hill St., Akron, 330-972-7570, themaskedsingertour.com
The War on Drugs at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica
The Grammy-winning indie-rockers known for their songs “Red Eyes,” “Pain” and more, hit Cleveland with special guests Lo Moon for the 2022 North American summer tour. A perfect evening for lovers of old fashioned, six-string rock ‘n’ roll. Tickets starting at $52, June 9, 6:30 p.m., 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216-622-6557, theflatspavilion.com