Beetlejuice at Playhouse Square
Head down to Connor Palace for the start of one zany time
as a recently deceased couple navigates the afterlife and a run-in with the
eponymous striped demon. (We don’t dare say his name even a second time. Attend
at your own risk.) $25-$125,
through Jan. 29, various times, 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland,playhousesquare.org
Burns Night at Market Garden Brewery
Hope you’re thirsty for beer and bagpipes, and hungry for as much haggis as you can eat. This weekend, Market Garden Brewery celebrates Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. With poetry readings and touch of scotch, you’re in for one fun Scottish night. $85.25, Jan. 27, 6-10 p.m., 1947 West 25th St., Cleveland, eventbrite.com
Carlos Jones and P.L.U.S. Band at the Grog Shop
Joined by EJ & The Animals, Carlos Jones is bringing only the best vibes to your weekend. The band’s most recent album, A New Day, hasn’t even turned 1 yet, so grab a drink and enjoy some of the freshest tunes to hit the Ohio reggae scene. $15, Jan. 28, 8:30 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Height, grogshop.gs
Cleveland Cavaliers v. Los Angeles Clippers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Need a good way to escape the cold? Head downtown this Sunday and end your weekend cheering on the Cavs as they go head-to-head with the Clippers. Enjoy the game’s promotion for the evening, Turkish Heritage Night. Tickets starting at $24, Jan. 29, 7 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Cleveland Monsters v. Laval Rocket at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
If you’re the type to spend the entire weekend at the FieldHouse, go show the Monsters some love as they take on the Laval Rocket. If that’s not enough, the nights festivities include a Michael Stanley Celebration courtesy of Cleveland Rocks Night and a T-shirt giveaway. Tickets stating at $13, Jan. 28, 7 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, clevelandmonsters.com
Flanagan’s Wake at Playhouse Square
Head down to Kennedy’s Cabaret for one of the longest-running shows from Cleveland. This improv comedy-laced performance brings audience members into the story as they dictate the narrative surrounding the fictional village of Gaplin, Ireland. The story surrounds the passing of Flanagan, a local resident. $29, through April 29, various times, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Ice Festival at Crocker Park
Translucent statues glisten in the sun as the musical stylings of Brent Kirby, Apostle Jones, Dynamic Duo and Strum & Strummer accompany the art — it’s the Ice Fest at Crocker Park. The event spans two days of ice sculptures and vendors for your viewing and shopping splendor. Free, Jan. 28-29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 177 Market St., Westlake, crockerpark.com
Nineteenth-Century French Drawings at the Cleveland Museum of Art
According to the museum, the medium of drawing saw a drastic shift in France during the 19th Century, coming into its own as an artform, not just a training method. Check out the CMA this weekend to view and enjoy some of those early, influential pieces still cherished today. Free, through June 11, various times, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
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 a beautiful beginning to Orchids Forever, the Botanical Garden’s indoor display of the picturesque flowers. Free-$19, through March 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, holdenfg.org
Stew at Dobama Theatre
A 2021 Prize Pulitzer Finalist, Stew makes its regional premiere in Cleveland Heights at the Dobama Theatre this weekend. Written by Zora Howard and directed by Nina Domingue, sit back and enjoy a story of family love and tension within the walls of Mama’s kitchen. $15-$41, through Feb. 19, various times, 2340 Lee Road, Cleveland, dobama.org/stew
Totally Rad Vintage Fest at I-X Center
Relive the best, and sometimes worst, fashion trends of the ‘80s all the way to the early aughts. Vendors rotate between events, meaning you never know what quirky, timeless things you might stumble on to. Pay a little extra for early bird access if you want first pick of best vintage digs. $8-$25, Jan. 28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 1 I-X Center Drive, Cleveland, facebook.com/events
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