From 1pm to 9pm, we walked performance to performance around a half square mile of Larchmere at the…read moreJun 2025 Porchfest. We chose nine of about 35 free events, mostly played from the front porches of homes, and we reveled in live originals and covers of psychedelic rock, classic rock, blues, funk, jazz, americana, samba, and even polka, plus several DJs! We saw blues played from a condo balcony! Lots of people, often dancing, sometimes singing along. We missed some reggae, pop punk and post-punk, choral folk, Lilith-fair, "twang", hiphop, rap, soul, space and indie and progressive and goddess rock, and even karaoke. There were plenty of food trucks, restaurants, cafes, bars, and vendors of crafts, souvenirs, and some sidewalk chalk-art. There were facilities and shaded seating here and there. Just an amazing neighborhood music event, nearly annually since 2008, one of at least 75 annual porchfest events around the continent!

Porchfest is a blast! Strolling around Larchmere, which is such a cute neighborhood off of Shaker…read moreSquare, and hearing local artists do their things is an absolutely enjoyable experience. Some of the porch owners even go so far as to keep their guests cool with popsicles or water. Very nice of them! If you stick around a while, you'll be able to hear several different bands. While some are ... weird, you can also discovery great groups you wouldn't otherwise discover. And the neighborhood is hopping as well. Make sure to make reservations if you want to eat somewhere, and if not, the food trucks are out as well. I would definitely recommend this event to anyone! Just bring an umbrella if it rains!

When I think of Cain Park, I honestly just smile. It's one of those places that feels so Cleveland…read moreto me in its identity. Its part park, part concert venue and feels just off-the-beaten-path enough. This is one of the only places where you could easily spend all day here: walk your dog, have a picnic, stay for a concert. It's easy to get in and out of and that may be because Cain Park is located in the suburb of Cleveland Heights. The prices are always reasonable and the atmosphere still feels intimate enough for a concert. Think Blossom Music Center, but much smaller and with a stronger grassroots community feel. Cain Park is always particularly poppin' when the weather starts to get nice out. They do an amazing job curating entertainment here. I've seen everything from local bands to big name r&b singers. The park is always immaculately clean, even down to the swings and sandboxes. Anyone from the immediate area will tell you that Cain Park is a spring/summer staple. It has great vibes and you know that the city of Cleveland Heights takes soooo much pride in this great park!

has a bit of an outdated look playground but its in a shaded area so thats a plus. splash park is…read morefree and sometimes since it is not being used you have to turn it on yourself and the water is freezing cold. has a couple tennis courrs and a little skate park too.

After a long time away from the pandemic, I revisited the Alex Theater for a Queens of the 9 show…read more It's still as fun as I remembered. The Alex Theater is located inside The 9 Hotel and you do not have to be a hotel guest to attend a show at Alex Theater. Valet your car (it's just the easiest parking) and simply walk straight in to the elevators and click the call button for Alex Theater. The Alex Theater has a full bar (no snacks) and can seat about 100 people comfortably between the leather recliners and high-top tables that are sometimes assembled. The programming at the Alex is always five-stars. Check their website regularly and you'll see evenings for drag, live bands, magic shows, film events and more. I want to give kudos to the staff. A very annoying, obnoxiously drunk couple was next to us and ruining our experience. At intermission, we let the staff know and they discretely took care of the situation. The Alex is a classy place, and if I wanted a rowdy night out, I'd be at a college bar. A night out at the Alex Theater is always a fun experience and I can't recommend it enough!

What a cozy and beautiful theatre. Seats are comfortable and we enjoyed a hypnotist/comedy show…read morehere. Will definitely be back.

Great music by Western Reserve Big Band last night. Loved…read morethe music and especially the Halloween vibe. Great band. Love this place.

First time visiting Fairport Harbor little village. Neat little downtown. Not many places to eat…read moreor drink as they are closed or had different hours. This place was open and we were happy we stopped in. Nice nostalgic looking bar. Giant stage. The band wasn't playing til later so we did not see them. A lot of room and a lot of tables to sit. Staff is super friendly. This is a place a lot of locals would hang out. The menu, both drinks and food, has more to be desired but I guess it does the job. We had a few beers and did not choose to eat. The menu is all sandwiches with chips. Nothing special. Overall for the area, it's probably a popular place. To go and visit I'd say a 6.8 out of 10.

Held every year since 1969 (with a 10 year hiatus from 84-95), Hessler is a Cleveland institution…read moreand the mark of the festival season. Come hungry, with sunscreen and cash. Vendors sell ethnic eats, ice cream, and hand crafted items like tie died clothing, jewelry, and pottery. The neighborhood is leafy, eclectic, and brick lined. Hessler should be experienced at least one time in your Cleveland career. Check out my pics from 2010's festival. Follow the signs for the children's play area where you can find a drum circle.

Smaller street fair, but with plenty of vendors selling interesting items. (Posted some pics) The…read morereason behind the start of the fair was even more unique. Check it out if your in the area.

Good festival for the limited amount of space. Good band line-up and very well organizedread more

Had a great time in spite of the heat. Stopped by unplanned as my mom was at Southwest. Great…read moreIrish Music & food. Had a great time as I stopped in for a quick bite! Hope to go back on Sunday night. The beer was too die for considering the high temps. Best Corn Beef around town. But don't forget ya gotta but 1.00 tickets in order to buy food or drinks!!!

Haven't been here in years - but it's about time I get back in the Saddle- Battle of the Bands -…read moreMix-Up Mash-Up - Queen is ready to Reign - Cleveland Ohio - BigLove It's a Good Day for a Good Life #Divine

Went to see freakbass and there were 5 people In the place…read more So we turned heel and went to Beerhead. Bummer.

Hilarities brings great comedy to Cleveland in a comfortable and intimate setting. My husband and…read moreI have seen several shows here over the years and the things that stand out that keep us coming back are: - They care about humans. I recently ordered tickets using a junk email address. Their box office flagged it as a possible bot purchase and called me to confirm. I love that they care about making sure their ticketing systems are fair. - We always have great service. Once you're seated and throughout the show, the wait staff are consistently efficient and friendly. - Cabaret style seating. It makes you feel connected to the performer and to the rest of the audience. You can order food, though we typically get dinner elsewhere before the show and just do a drink or two here. It's a great way to make a night of it and I always find the pricing is super reasonable given the quality of talent they have coming in.

Cute venue for a lot of star-powered acts here! It's a full service restaurant while you watch your…read morestandup show! There's also a nicer restaurant separate from the stage and another martini lounge downstairs that I visited for my first time with my girlfriend when we came here to see LESLIE JONES! I've come here a total of 4x and had tons of fun each time. I've sat downstairs and upstairs and probably enjoyed the Loge seating more. The menu selection and food here is not bad. The lights are cut off and it's impossible to order or see or eat your food though once the show starts. We needed to use the flashlight app on our phones to see but was told off for using our phones...okay, guess I won't order then. The venue is smaller and good for intimate settings. I found it to be quite romantic on dates but also private and pleasant enough on a girls' night! What I don't like about Hilarities is that they don't just send you etickets or any tickets to print. You have to show up before the show to line up, present your ID to pick up the physical tickets. Then I think they should not be able to charge you the processing fee and whatever upcharge it is to send your ticket because you are already doing the work to go in person. This is especially onerous if you are buying for a large group of people and forces you to all meet at the same time.