36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
This year the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is inducting the Foo-Fighters, Jay-Z, The Go-Go’s, Tina Turner and more. While tickets went on sale in July, there is still a chance to see your favorite legends honored. Pop-up events will also be happening around the clock and Ohio residents are granted admission into the Rock Hall for free on this special occasion. $50-$500, Oct. 30, 8 p.m., 216-420-2272, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rockhall.com
A Halloween FreakNic at the Grog Shop
Perhaps you think of man-eating ants with the word “freaknic.” The Grog Shop warns us it’s a night to get spooky and dance. With NicNacc, LaRiches, MynameisBravo and DJ Armani Range for DJs, music from the ‘90s to present and an $100 prize for best costume, the only reason to duck out of this Halloween night is if you’re too scared. $15-$20, Oct. 31, 8 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs
Boos and Barrels at Saucy Brew Works
Three ales are finally popping out of the barrel to say “boo!” this weekend at Saucy Brew Works. Aside from the cinnamon, caramel and honey complexation of woody Creek Bourbon Barrels, citrus and cinnamon aroma of Woodford Reserve Bourbon Barrels and butterscotch of Rocky Mountain Whiskey Barrels, there will be flight specials, fall vendors, a coffee station and $5 pumpkins to paint with a food donation. Free, Oct. 30, 3 p.m.-10 p.m., 2828 Clinton Ave., Cleveland, saucybrewworks.com
Brewhouse Haunts: Haunted History Tours at Great Lakes Brewing Co.
After a fruitless search for amontillado in Italy’s catacombs, quench your thirst with a pint waiting for you deep in Great Lakes Brewing Co.’s cellar pub. Hold your breath during this special, 45-minute Halloween Brewery Tour as you’re relayed ghost stories within the iconic building’s walls, nooks and crannies. In addition to your wits, a souvenir Great Lakes Brewing Co. Tour glass is another take home treasure. $25, Oct. 27, 29-30, Wed. 8 p.m., Fri. 8 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. & Sat. 9 p.m., 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com
Costumes & Cocktails at Kaiser Gallery
Kaiser Gallery is hosting a Halloween party, and they’re pulling all the strings: live music, a tarot card reader and a costume and pumpkin carving contest. Connect with spirits when the veil between the worlds is thinnest, celebrate a prize-winning pumpkin for best in show, curator’s pick and most horrifying categories and stir up your creative side with a stunning costume. $20, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., 2418 Professor Ave., Cleveland, 216-282-3826, kaisergallery.com
Dia De Muertos at Cleveland Public Theatre
By now we’re familiar with the rule of wearing masks indoors, but what about painting your face before you arrive? This all-ages event celebrates Mexico and Latin America’s vibrant Dia De Muertos holiday, honoring those who have passed into the shimmering beyond. It’s complete with all-day music, folk art market and parade of skulls and skeletons taking place outdoors at 3:30 p.m. Parade participants are required to register online beforehand. Free, Oct. 30, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., 6205 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216-631-2727, cptonline.org
History on Tap: Haunted History at the Cleveland History Center
If you’ve ever savored the vision of sauntering the dark corners of the historic Hay-McKinney Mansion in 19th century evening wear, this week is the manifestation of the dream. The Cleveland History Center is inviting you to a Halloween happy hour to meet with Cleveland’s most gruesome ghosts and peculiar oddities. Costumes are encouraged — where’s those waistcoat measurements? $15-$20, Oct. 28, 5 p.m.-8 p.m., 10825 East Blvd., 216-721-5722, wrhs.org
Larkin Poe at House of Blues Cleveland
Rebecca and Megan Lovell are Larkin Poe. The Nashville-based duo band is named after their great-great-great-grandfather, a distant cousin of Edgar Allan Poe, making them the ideal act to see as the heirs of Halloween. Their music promises to be a howling, raw interpretation of the blues and tribute to southern roots. $25-$35, Oct. 31, 7 p.m., 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com/cleveland
Official Halloween Bar Crawl at Dive Bar Cleveland
If you’re too old for trick-or-treat, here’s to hoping you’re old enough to drink. Dive Bar Cleveland is hosting an Official Halloween Bar Crawl, with 50% off drinks, 25% off select foods and free entrance to over five venues, including Nightclub, Rumor, The Park Social Lounge and more. Come dressed in your best Halloween attire for a chnace to win a costume contest. $24.99-$39.99, Oct. 30, 2 p.m.- 10 p.m., 1214 W. 6th St., Cleveland, 216-408-2314, divebarcleveland.com
Pumpkins & Piranhas at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium
When President Theodore Roosevelt described a piranha feeding frenzy during an Amazon River basin expedition, the fish’s reputation took a deep dive, according to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium’s education coordinator Matt Debelak. Judge for yourself if piranhas — as well as other creepy, misunderstood creatures — are scary or friendly at this socially distanced Halloween event. Snag a treat bag when you grab your time slot to see Scuba divers, underwater decorations and other activities. $19.95-$13.95, Oct. 27-29, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216-862-8803, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Tricks & Treats at Crocker Park
Pumpkin posters will paste windows throughout Crocker Park this weekend. There isn’t anything spooky about it — or is there? As far as we know, it signifies the business is with the Halloween spirit and ready to invite visiting witches, wizards and the occasional goblin in for treats. Enjoy this kid-friendly event that also includes “Spooky” Express Train Rides by Birchwood School of Hawken and local food trucks. Free, Oct. 30, noon- 3 p.m., 177 Market St., Westlake, 440-835-9343, crockerpark.com