50th Woollybear Festival in Vermilion
This adorable festival celebrates fuzzy caterpillars with a full day of family-friendly activities, including a parade, woollybear themed treats like sundaes and lollipops and even a woollybear race where kids pit their own caterpillars against each other. Free, Oct. 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 5511 Liberty Ave., Vermilion, vermilionohio.com/woollybear-festival
Battle of The Land at Tower City Center
The top 16 artists in Cleveland come head to head for two days with a grand prize of $5,000, 10 hours of studio time at Lava Room Recording Studio and more on the line. Talent includes the likes of Blayzee, Corry Michaels and 14 other up-and-coming musicians looking to earn the title of Cleveland’s best. Free, Oct. 1-2, 2 p.m.-6 p.m., 230 W. Huron Road, Cleveland, battleoftheland.com
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field
The Guards face off against the Kansas City Royals for six consecutive home games — including a dollar hotdog night on Saturday. With our boys currently in the top spot in the American League Central division, you’re sure to have a blast cheering on some of the hottest bats in the league. Tickets from $17, Sept. 30-Oct. 5, various times, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, mlb.com/guardians
The Contortionist at Beachland Ballroom & Tavern
Known for its blend of technical metal and jazzy melody, The Contortionist hits Beachland with a performance of the Language and Exoplanet albums in their entirety. Openers Rivers of Nihil will melt your face off in preparation for the main course. Whether you grab a beer and hang in the back or leap face-first into the mosh pit, you’re sure to have a great time. $25, Oct. 2, 7 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com
Denzel Curry at the Agora
Hot off the heels of his latest album Melt My Eyez See Your Future, the Florida-born rapper known for viral hits like “Ultimate” slams into Cleveland this weekend at the Agora. Don’t miss opening sets from AG Club and Redveil. $35, Sept. 30, 7 p.m., 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, agoracleveland.com
Dinosaur Jr. at the Agora
It’s a big weekend for music here in the land — if the bumpin’ bass of Denzel Curry isn’t your thing, how about the mellow, indie wailing of Dinosaur Jr.? With decades of music and touring under its belt, fans of any era of rock are sure to notice a tune or two, especially from the group’s most recent record Sweep It Into Space. $35, Oct. 1, 7 p.m., 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, agoracleveland.com
Food Truck Challenge at Crocker Park
This event guarantees three things: “local food trucks, unique menus, live music.” Head down to Crocker Park for a full day feasting on some of Cleveland’s best truck-made cuisine as the chefs duke it out for various “best of…” categories. Cleveland Magazine’s own Annie Nickoloff will be judging. Free, Oct. 1, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., South Main Street, 189 Crocker Park Blvd., Westlake, crockerpark.com/foodtruckchallenge
Harvest Festival at Hale Farm
Encapsulating busy farm days, natural beauty and traditional fall flavors, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the changing season. Journey into the 19th century alongside Hale Farm’s community partners, where you’ll witness traditional cider pressing, fermentation and more. Free, Oct. 1-2, 10 p.m.-5 p.m., 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, wrhs.org/signature-events
Impressionism to Modernism at the Cleveland Museum of Art
A new exhibit is on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Impressionism to Modernism: The Keithley Collection includes more than 100 new pieces — collected over 20 years by locals Joseph P. And Nancy F. Keithley — comprising the largest museum donation in decades. Free-$15, Sept. 11, 2022-Jan. 1, 2023, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
Little Shop of Horrors at Playhouse Square
A beloved, quirky, irreverent classic, Little Shop of Horrors is a wild ride, thanks to an awkward florist and his mutant plant, “Audrey 2.” Grab that friend you’ve been begging to watch the movie and head down to Hanna Theatre before the run is over. $15-$89, Sept. 16-Oct. 9, various times, 2067 E. 14th St., Cleveland, greatlakestheater.org
Secret Society Comedy at Mahall’s
Secret Society Comedy keeps you guessing by popping up at a new venue every week. This time at Mahall’s 20 Lanes, the show features the chops of John Armstrong, Hanna Belmont and a secret drop-in from Comedy Central. Gain the password for entry by buying a ticket — don’t tell a soul. $15, June 25, 11:30 p.m., 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, watercoolercomedy.org