Asian Lantern Festival at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Returning for another luminous year, the Lantern Festival entices the eye with glowing pops of cartoonish color. This year, the fest includes live performances from acrobats, culturally inspired cuisine and a variety of animals on display — not including the mystical dragons illuminating the zoo. $22-$70, through Aug. 27, 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m., 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, clevelandmetroparks.com
Beachland Flea at Beachland Ballroom
Bebop down to the Beachland this weekend for an array of goods ranging from vinyl and vintage clothing to jewelry, artwork, music and more. The event boasts killer tunes courtesy of Biitchseat and AJ & The Woods. Free, Aug. 19, 10 a.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com
Buddy Guy at Jacob’s Pavilion
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a blues legend when Buddy Guy bops into Northeast Ohio with openers Jimmie Vaughan and Samantha Fish. Guy continues to make good on his promise that The Blues Is Alive and Well. $20-$200, Aug. 19, 7 p.m., 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com
Cleveland Guardians v. Detroit Tigers
What better way to get out in the Cleveland sun than with America’s pastime? The Guards are taking on the Tigers this weekend for a four-game series, so go grab a brew and a Sugardale dog at Progressive Field to cheer on the best baseball team in Cleveland. Tickets starting at $15, Aug. 17-20, various times, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, mlb.com/guardians
Cleveland Water Lantern Festival at Coe Lake Park
Like a scene from a fairy tale, glowing lights bob with luminous wonder as Clevelanders gather to send out their personalized lanterns. The festival makes for a beautiful, calm night near the end of summer. Free-$77.58, Aug. 19, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Coe Lake Park, Berea, waterlanternfestival.com
Colors of Kyoto: The Seifu Yohei Ceramic Studio at the Cleveland Museum of Art
Lose yourself in the porcelain and stoneware of Seifu Yohei, a Kyoto-based studio known for its prowess in the 19th and 20th centuries. The exhibit takes visitors from the era of the founder, Seifu Yohei I, to the fourth generation of the studio. Free, Aug. 19-March 10, 2024, various times, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
Grand Master Flash at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Don’t miss a killer weekend celebrating hip-hop at the Rock Hall as Grandmaster Flash storms Cleveland. The artist became the first of his genre to get into the Hall of Fame in 2007, making this homecoming well worth the trip. Check out the new Hip Hop at 50 exhibit while you’re there. $22.50-$45, Aug. 18, 8 p.m., 1100 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, rockhall.com
Michael Carbonaro at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre
If you’re hip to shows like The Carbonaro Effect, you already know you’re in for a treat this weekend when the comedian-turned-magician himself sneaks into Hilarities. Between the laughter and mysterious wonder, who knows what’s really in store when Carbonaro takes the stage. $47-$142, Aug. 17-19, various times, 2035 E. 4th St., Cleveland, pickwickandfrolic.com
No Theme Theme Show at No Class
As the name implies, who knows what might be in store for this top-notch drag show featuring performances from Big Top, Stella Damiana and host Miss Willow Tree. If you’re looking for something a little more unhinged, this is the event for you. $8, Aug. 19, 9 p.m., 11213 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, noclasscle.com
Six at Playhouse Square
Experience centuries of music and heartbreak through the lens of the six wives of Henry VIII. This performance puts girl power at the forefront of an exuberant and exciting celebration in this new, original musical. $35-$119, through Sept. 10, various times, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Tennis in The Land WTA at Jacobs Pavilion
Don’t miss this chance to see the top women in tennis in the world gather in Cleveland for the week-long WTA 250 event. The tournament boasts 32 players in addition to doubles and qualifying events as one of only three stand-alone WTA events in the nation. Prices vary by date, Aug. 19-26, various times, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, tennisintheland.com