An Evening of Magic and Mentalism With the Alans
When a sleight-of-hand magician and a therapist-turned-mentalist meet, the rest is history. Jason and Stacy Alan now provide some of the most dazzling, mind-bending magic shows on the road. You might recognize them from such shows as Penn & Teller Fool Us on the CW Network. $45-$150, Feb. 25, 7 p.m., 2017 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, alextheatercleveland.com
Brite Winter at the Flats West Bank
Art and music collide for a day of late-winter celebration. You might wander into trippy, costumed beasts; oversized slot machines; and, of course, a slew of Cleveland’s hottest musical acts. This year, Welshly Arms headlines alongside returning acts like Grumpy Plum and The Rosies. Free-$500, Feb. 25, 3 p.m.-midnight, the Flats West Bank, britewinter.com
Cellar Night at Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Ever wondered what “good stuff” the brewers might be hiding in their reserves? This is your chance to find out. Boasting more than 10 barrel-aged libations from stout to barley wine, the local beer lover won’t want to miss this rare taste of GLBC’s best. $65-$75, Feb. 23, 6 p.m., 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, greatlakesbrewing.com
Cleveland Cavaliers v. Toronto Raptors at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
What more is there to say? You know you’ll have a good time cheering on the Cavs, especially as they head onto the court against the Chicago Bulls. To top it off, the night’s event schedule includes a Black History Celebration, which will continue for the next two games. Tickets starting at $119, Feb. 26, 8 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, nba.com/cavaliers
Hiram-Maxim Record Release at No Class
With opening acts Orphaned and GRVE, Hiram-Maxim blast off on the No Class stage with the release of the band’s newest album, Colder. Before you go, check out the group’s recent single, “Ashes to Ashes.” $10, Feb. 25, 8 p.m., 11213 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, noclasscle.com
Jukebox Breakdown 8th Birthday Bash at Mahall’s
We all know Cleveland gets down with a good emo night. This one courtesy of Jukebox Breakdown turns 8 years old today — yes, that means we elder emo kids are getting older, too. That said, the event is free, so why not go dance and sing along to Taking Back Sunday or Senses Fail until your face melts? Free, Feb. 24, 9 p.m., 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, facebook.com
Melanin Magic at Studio West 117
Studio West has been bringing the heat when it comes to LGBTQ events in The Land. This weekend, celebrate Black queer excellence with the organization, courtesy of queens Kardi Redd Diamond, Black Jakk Dance Collective, Onya Nurve and more. Free, Feb. 25, 9 p.m., 1384 Hird Ave., Lakewood, studiowest117.com
Orchids Forever at the Cleveland Botanical Garden
Winter doesn’t have to be dull and gray — you might find beautiful shades of pinks, oranges, whites and purples, too. This weekend, don’t miss the beautiful Orchids Forever, the Botanical Garden’s indoor display of picturesque flowers. Free-$19, through March 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, holdenfg.org
Red Summer at Karamu House
In the summer of 1919, tensions came to a head as Black veterans and migrants shifted from the southern U.S. to the north surrounding the events of WWI. Karamu house intends to show you those stories of hope and hardship through the lens of Cleveland music, dance, poetry and artistry. $25-$45, Feb. 24-March 5, various times, 2355 E. 89th St., Cleveland, karamuhouse.org
RESPECT: A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin at Playhouse Square
It goes without saying, you’re in for a night of some of the most influential music to come out of the U.S. You’ll hear your favorite hits, including “Natural Woman” and the eponymous “Respect” performed by a live band and top-notch vocalists. $49-$59, Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m., 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org.org
Secret Society Comedy at Heart of Gold
You know the drill. Head down to Heart of Gold this weekend for a hush-hush night of gut-busting laughs, courtesy of hosts Bryan Sternik, David Horning, Gheramy Demery, other local comics and maybe a few surprises from the Secret Society Comedy bag of tricks. It goes without saying — tell no one where you were this weekend. $15, Feb. 25, 11:30 p.m., 4133 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, watercoolercomedy.org/secretsocietycomedy
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