Washington Wizards vs. Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Watch the Cavs take on the Washington Wizards at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in their second game of the new year. There will be a City Edition knit scarf giveaway hosted by Bally Sports Ohio. $21-$200, Jan. 3, 7 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, nba.com/cavaliers
Royal Export Keg Tapping at Hofbrauhaus Cleveland
Let the drinks and the good times flow freely at this keg tapping event at Hofbrauhaus. Enjoy a complimentary half liter the way it was meant to be enjoyed: as cold and invigorating as the winter air. The "bier" of the night is Royal Export, a beer with “a clean malt taste and a floral hop finish,” according to the brewery. Featuring guest tapper Steven Gesicki from Lake Ridge Academy and a live performance from the Shotskis, it won’t be hard to have an enjoyable time, whether you decide to have a drink or not. As always, the party goes on until the keg runs out. Free, Jan. 3, 3:30-10 p.m., 1550 Chester Ave. Cleveland, hofbrauhauscleveland.com
Flanagan’s Wake at Playhouse Square's Kennedy's Cabaret
Wakes are never fun — except for this one! Join the villagers of Graplin, Ireland, as they say goodbye to Flanagan in this interactive improv-comedy show. Flanagan’s Wake is one of the longest-running shows in Cleveland theater history, which gives you ample opportunity to catch this interesting ceremony, so dust off your best funeral suit and get ready for an unforgettable night as the villagers of Graplin prepare to say goodbye to one of their own. $29, Jan. 5-Apr. 26, 8 p.m., 1501 Cleveland Ave., playhousesquare.org
Sensory Hour at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium
The Cleveland Aquarium is opening an hour early to give the opportunity for guests on the autism spectrum and those with sensory processing differences to enjoy the beauty of their aquatic creatures in a gentle and inclusive environment. There will be fewer guests, softer lighting and reduced noise along with limited use of microphones at this accommodating and welcoming event. In accordance with the museum's recent certification from KultureCity, employees have been trained in recognizing guests with sensory needs and how to handle sensory overload situations. Guests can borrow KultureCity sensory bags containing noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools and verbal cue cards as needed. Free-$19.95, Jan. 6, 8:30-9:30 a.m., 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Degas and the Laundress: Women, Work and Impressionism at the Cleveland Museum of Art
There are only two more weekends to enjoy this groundbreaking exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art. The works of art in this exhibition feature Edgar Degas’s representation of working class women–Parisian laundresses, which were incredibly difficult and underpaid positions at the time these works were painted. These works of art emphasize themes of women and women’s work, social class, and the grueling experiences these women faced through these positions. Free-$12, Jan. 2-14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre
Come and celebrate the King’s birthday in the most rock 'n' roll way possible at this Elvis Presley tribute show. Starting with Elvis’s rock-a-billy years, this concert goes era by era, ending with the Las Vegas years. This year’s lineup consists of the world’s greatest Elvis performers in the world, featuring Shawn Klush, Cody Ray Slaughter and Ryan Pelton. Also joining the concert are The Blackville Quartet, The Nashville Dreams and will all be backed by the Fabulous Ambassadors. This is a show no Elvis fan will want to miss! $10-$49, Jan. 7, 7 p.m., 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
BIG Comedy Night presented by Imposters Theater
Visit the Imposters Theater for a BIG night packed with comedy, stand up, sketch and other shenanigans. Hosted by Michael Busch, start your year off right with a night full of laughs. The bar will be open to guests at 6 p.m., with Happy Hour Drink Specials from 6-7p.m. $10-$15, Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m., 4828 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, imposterstheater.comNorthern Kentucky vs. Cleveland State University Men’s Basketball at the Wolstein Center
Come and watch the Cleveland State University Men’s Basketball team take on Northern Kentucky in the team's first game of the new year. Guests can purchase a $15 package complete with a lower level game ticket and a concession stand voucher good for a hot dog, popcorn and soda. Free-$15, Jan. 7, 3-5 p.m., 2000 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, wolsteincenter.com
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