12th Parma Run-Walk for Pierogies
Looking for a free snack and an excuse to get those legs moving? This might be the event for you with free pierogies, courtesy of Perla Pierogies for runners and walkers alike. Proceeds go to various charities and the first 600 pre-registered participants are guaranteed a free T-shirt. $15-$30, July 1, 6 a.m. for new registration, 7:30 a.m. races, 11000 Pleasant Valley Road, Parma,runsignup.com
Boston Mills Artfest at Boston Mills Ski Resort
Last weekend, the artfest brought in around 150 artists. The festivities continue this week with roughly 150 more painters, crafters and makers of all kinds from across the country. Tucked in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, this event offers a beautiful opportunity to enjoy the art, gardens, craft beer and much more. $10-$12, July 1-2, 10 a.m., 7100 Riverview Road, Peninsula,bmbw.com
Cleveland Bazaar at Market Square
Coming back around for another summer series and its 18th year in operation, the Cleveland Bazaar guarantees a day of artisanal goods, foods, crafts and much more. Let this serve as the perfect one-stop shopping experience where you’ll be supporting your very own neighbors. Free, July 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., West 25 Street and Lorain Ave.,clevelandbazaar.org
Cleveland Guardians v. Atlanta Braves
It’s almost the Fourth of July and, of course, the Guardians made it home in time for a series against the Braves and celebratory fireworks at the end of the night. For even more skyward entertainment, check out our Cleveland fireworks guide for 2023. Tickets starting at $15, July 3-5, 7:10 p.m., 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland,mlb.com/guardians
Fin Fest at Greater Cleveland Aquarium
Chock-full of shark-related trivia, videos and more, Fin Fest offers Clevelanders a chance to learn about the diversity and importance of our toothy, underwater friends. Make sure to don your sharkiest gear when you go for a chance to win a $125 gift certificate at the Gift Shop. Free-$19.95, July 1-Aug. 6, various times, 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland,greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Hip Hop at 50 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Chuck D, Flavor Flav, DMC and Salt-N-Pepa all in one room? Must be the Hip Hop at 50: Holla If Ya Hear Me event at the Rock Hall. Don’t miss this chance to meet the aforementioned legends as you peruse artifacts from the induction vault and take the chance to test your turntable skills with the education department. $25, June 29, 6 p.m., 1100 E. Ninth St., Cleveland,rockhall.com
Moulin Rouge! The Musical at Playhouse Square
The iconic theater production boasting a mash of pop-culture hits sweeps through Cleveland for one more weekend, including a special Pride Night performance with a private afterparty at Hofbrauhaus. With 10 Tony Awards, the musical based on Baz Luhrmann’s hit movie will surely enthrall. $39-$129, June 29-July 2, various times, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Salute to America at Blossom Music Center
Blossom music festival opens its outdoor pavilion to host Salute to America, a traditionally styled celebration jam-packed with festival bands, a salute to the armed forces and bangin’ fireworks to wrap it up. $25-$75, Sunday, July 2, 8-10 p.m., July 3, 8-10 p.m., July 4, 8 -10 p.m., 1145 West Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls,clevelandorchestra.com
Shania Twain at Blossom Music Center
Shania Twain takes The Land by storm this weekend as a part of her Queen of Me Tour with opener Priscilla Block. Get ready to scratch live performances of “Man! I Feel Like a Woman” and Twain’s latest single “UNHEALTHY” off your bucket list. Tickets starting at $125, June 30, 7:30 p.m., 1145 West Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls,livenation.com
Shy Glizzy at TempleLive
Having worked with legends ranging from Lil Uzi Vert to 2 Chainz, Shy Glizzy guarantees a wild night of hip-shaking bangers. Look out for tracks from the rapper’s February album, Flowers, sure to be laced throughout the energetic set. $35-$70, July 1, 8 p.m., 3615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland,masoniccleveland.com
StoneWater’s Fourth of July Celebration
Food, friends and even a pet costume contest make this event a no-brainer for the Clevelander seeking a chill day out with the family. Don’t miss the bluegrass stylings of Lost Bob and the Ozone Ramblers and delicious bites from the Rustic Grill. For more Fourth of July fun, check out our holiday party guide. Free, July 1, 5 p.m.-11 p.m., 1 Club Drive, Cleveland,stonewatergolf.com/theyard
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