Oktoberfest
From the pre-party to the after-party, Oktoberfest has quite the arrangement for your Labor Day Weekend. Enjoy entertainment from Germany with the Klaberheads as well as local entertainment from the Cleveland Maennerchor German singing choir. Contests ranging from Miss Oktoberfest to the Masskrugstemmen Strongman Competition keep you intrigued in the German culture. Also, choose from an extensive choice of mouthwatering food options including Schmidt’s of Columbus, Seven Roses of Cleveland, Slyman's and many more. $13. Aug. 31 4 p.m. to 12 a.m., Sept 1 & 2 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 East Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, 440-781-5246, clevelandoktoberfest.com
Cleveland National Air Show
The National Air Show was first brought to Cleveland in 1929 and we still get to enjoy Navy Blue Angels, Air Force F-16 Viper, Army Golden Knights and much more as the Cleveland Air Show salutes the military with distinguished displays of aerial entertainment. The 2018 Air Show also marks the living legend and premier aerobatic, Sean D. Tucker’s last performance as a solo performer. $23. Sept. 1 & 2 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Cleveland Burke Lakefront Airport, 1501 N Marginal Road, Cleveland, 216-781-0747, clevelandairshow.com
Accidental Comedy Fest
Known for its lineup of headlining comedians, this year’s 7th annual Accidental Comedy Fest features local and national talent on a night of unceasing laughter. Mike Polk, Ryan Dalton and Bill Squire are just few jokesters contributing to this fun fest. Reserve a table at Hilarities, then sit back and get ready to be amused. $20. Aug. 31 to Sept 2. Hilarities 4th Street Theatre, 2035 E. 4th St., Cleveland, accidentalcomedy.com
Star Wars A New Hope Live
Experience the magic of Star Wars as the Cleveland Orchestra performs a score that captures the essence of the galaxy from far away. Under the direction of Franz Welser-Möst, the orchestral talent performs live music composed by John Williams in honor of the epic space ventures of Star Wars. Enjoy musical excellence in the amphitheater with the Cleveland Orchestra, acknowledged among the world’s best orchestras. $26-$120. Blossom Music Center, 1145 W Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, Aug. 31 to Sept. 2 8:30 p.m., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Annual Cleveland Summer Jam
Enjoy an entertainment-packed night as Z107.9’s party of the summer returns for its annual concert. Presented by Dr. Dale Kates and the Premier Smiles Orthodontics, Summer Jam’s lineup of Hip-Hop and R&B artists include Yo Gotti, Moneybagg Yo, Ray Jr, TK Kravitz, Q Money, Plies, King Combs, Preme Dibiasi and more. This radio concert is a show sure to have you on your feet all night. $27-$98. Aug. 31 7 p.m., Wolstein Center, 2000 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, 216-579-1111, zhiphopcleveland.com