The 22nd Annual Holiday Store at The Heights Arts
Just because Christmas has passed doesn’t mean the gifts have to stop! Swing by the final weekend of the 22nd Annual Heights Holiday Store for some beautiful handmade art pieces crafted by over a hundred local artists and vendors; every creative thing you can imagine, they probably have. Surprise your loved ones with an after-Christmas gift and support the creative arts community. Free, Dec. 27-30, Various times, 2175 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, heightsarts.org
Sarah Kabbot’s “Collateral” at the Sculpture Center
View nationally renowned artist and Cleveland Institute of Art professor Sarah Kabbot’s latest art installation at the Sculpture Center. Featuring installations, sculptures and collages, Kabbot’s work is both a social and political commentary, leaving viewers to decide for themselves on the fallibility of the system. Come and see for yourself what drives Kabbot in her work at this winter exhibit. Free, Dec. 27-Jan. 27, 5-7 p.m., 12210 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, sculpturecenter.org
New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium
Watch the Browns take on the New York Jets in the last home game of the year — and a Thursday night primetime game. Let’s (hopefully) end the year on a victorious note. Here's our tailgate guide if you're heading Downtown. $100-$250, Dec. 28, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, clevelandbrowns.com
Legends of Basketball Showcase at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Come and enjoy a game of basketball (or two or three). Sponsored by the National Basketball Retired Players Association, you can watch this college basketball tripleheader featuring beloved Ohio teams such as the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Ohio University Bobcats and the Akron Zips as they take on rival teams at this all day event. $20-$207, Dec. 30, 1:30 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Children’s Storytime at the Cleveland History Center: Just Add Glitter
Is there anything better than glitter? A good story. Running alongside the Fashion After Dark exhibit event, this children’s storytime event features an imaginative story with the theme of glitter, glitter and more glitter. Come and sit for a spell at the Cleveland History Center and listen to this story with your child about the importance of celebrating creativity and imagination. $15, Dec. 29, 8-8:30 a.m., 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, wrhs.org
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Watch the Cavs take on the Milwaukee Bucks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in the last game before the new year. Can’t make it? Watch it live on Bally TV. $111-$300, Dec. 29, 7:30 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, nba.com/cavaliers
Mary Santora’s Going Away Show at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre
Goodbyes are never easy, but comedian Mary Santora will be making hers a little easier by giving a going away show at her stomping grounds of the Hilarities Fourth Street Theatre. Come for one last laugh before Santora packs up her Cleveland digs for the Big Apple. Santora’s observational comedy style and audience involvement make her a force to be reckoned with as she seamlessly weaves a comedic story out of her real-life experiences. Note: this event is for ages 21-and-old. $20, Dec. 28, 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.; 2035 E. Fourth St., Cleveland, pickwickandfrolic.com
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Beatles Friday at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Grab your Lennon glasses and get ready to experience the Beatles as only a superfan can! Come together and experience the Rock Hall’s The Beatles: Get Back to Let It Be exhibit for the last time. As part of Fan Day, guests will be able to tour the exhibit and all others in the Rock Hall, then come back for activities such as trivia and special viewings of memorable moments of the band’s history. There will be Beatles tunes blasting all day, of course, and a live performance from the Hall’s house band The Mechanics. $25-$75, Dec. 29, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., Cleveland, rockhall.com
The Vindy’s at House of Blues
Celebrate the last of 2023 with a good ol' fashioned rock 'n' roll show with The Vindys, selected by our editors in 2023 as Best Alt Rock Band. Joined by the Commonhearts and Britny Lobas, it’s sure to be a good show. $25, Dec. 30, 7 p.m., 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, houseofblues.com
NOON New Year’s Eve Party at Adrenaline Monkey
Looking for a fun way to celebrate the new year with the kids without sabotaging bedtime? Come and ring in the New Year 12 hours early at Adrenaline Monkey, Cleveland's indoor adventure park. Enjoy a balloon drop at noon and free pizza and drinks with your kiddos as you ring in the Noon Year together. Bonus: there will be a chance to win a free week at Adrenaline Monkey’s Summer Adventure Camp. Note: guests must pre-register for this event. Free, Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 26800 Renaissance Pkwy., Cleveland, cleveland.adrenalinemonkeyfun.com
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Hofbrauhaus
Ring in the New Year with a good dinner at Hofbrauhaus. There will be a complimentary champagne toast to Midnight in Munich at 6 p.m. as well as entertainment by Stan Mejac. The full menu will be offered, with Schweinebraten mit Kruste (crispy skinned roast pork) being the special of the night. Get in touch with your German roots as you eat, drink and be merry to celebrate the end of 2023. Note: reservations must be made in advance. Various prices, Dec. 31, 4-8 p.m., 1550 Chester Ave., Cleveland, hofbrauhauscleveland.com
NYE Wine Dinner at Alley Cat Oyster Bar
Ring in the New Year and dine on a seven-course meal in true Alley Cat style. Feel extravagant as you feast on oysters, foie gras, lobster and filet prepared by Chef Al Ives and sous-chef Erin Foster. This dinner is reservation only with two and a half hours for each seating. There is the option to add wine or cocktail pairings to your meal. $175, Dec. 31, 4 p.m., 1056 Old River Road, Cleveland, alleycatoysterbar.com
New Year’s Eve Bash at Punch Bowl Social
Ring in the New Year with good vibes, good bites and a champagne toast at Punch Bowl Social. Break it down on the dance floor as some of the best DJs in the city keep the party going with immaculate beats. After the ball drops, the champagne will pop. $75, Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 1086 W. 11th St., Cleveland, punchbowlsocial.com
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