2023 MAC Basketball Championship at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
The Mid-American Conference tournament rages through Cleveland this weekend with several Ohio teams duking it out to determine the best in The Land. Akron takes on Kent State, Toledo wages war on Bowling Green and Ohio University faces Miami for this four-day championship. $10 for women’s games, $22+ for men’s games, March 8-11, various times, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
6th Annual Green Mile Crawl at West Park Station
It’s that time of year again when the green beer flows and The Land comes alive with Irish cheer and even more ale. Looking for your first St. Patrick’s Day crawl? Head to West Park Station for one loud, green celebration. $19.99-$27.99, March 11, noon-7 p.m., 17015 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, eventbrite.com
Avant-Garde Arts and Craft Show at Rocky River Memorial Hall
Explore dozens of handmade, artisanal crafts and artworks at this event, prefect for décor shopping and tchotchke collecting. Whether it’s a new painting or a resin-poured coffee table, there’s something for nearly anyone. Some proceeds will benefit Wigs 4 Kids. Free, March 11-12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, avantgardeshows.com
Boy Jr. at the Grog Shop
Get to this show early enough to catch local rockers, Indre, who just performed at Brite Winter dressed as though they were heading to the beach. With antics like that and the indie stylings of the Tik Tok viral Boy Jr., you’re in for a good night. $10-$15, March 12, 7 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, grogshop.gs
Exile & Resilience: Music of the Jewish and African Diasporas
Jewish, African American and Arab musicians come together in a celebration of the music and culture of their respective diaspora. After a pre-concert talk with special guest performers, each event will have you lost in the rhythms of resilience and hope. $10-$73, March 8, 9 and 10, various times, various locations, apollosfire.org
Orchids Forever Final Week 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
Secret Society Comedy at Jukebox
You know the drill. Head down to Jukebox 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, March 11, 11:30 p.m., 1404 W. 29th St., Cleveland, watercoolercomedy.org/secretsocietycomedy
Spring Discovery Days at Greater Cleveland Aquarium
Boasting a showcase of the aquarium’s tinier critters — think seahorses, tiny turtles and the like — these days with friends and family will be fun and explorative as you learn from the wonders of our fresh and saltwater ecosystems. Free-$20, March 11-April 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Towpath Trail Lantern Parade
Glowing lanterns depicting various fish and animals float alongside bobbing orbs of soft light, making their way down the Towpath Trail. Starting at the Sokolowski’s Overlook, take this chance to make a lantern of your own and join the spring walk along the Cuyahoga River banks. Free (with reservation), March 11, 6:30 p.m., 1201 University Road, Cleveland, canalwaypartners.com
White Reaper at the Beachland Ballroom
This lineup of punk and indie will have even the quietest music lovers leaping from the rafters. White Reaper is quickly becoming one of the hottest names in the scene, and with support from Militarie Gun and Mamalarky, this lineup just can’t get better. $20-$25, March 11, 7 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com
Wild & Scenic Film Festival at Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Exactly as it sounds, this celebration prides itself as one of the most significant homes for environmental and adventure films in the country. With snacks and hot food provided, this event is perfect for a leisurely yet stimulating night out. $15-$25, March 10, 6 p.m., 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, cmnh.org
