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Summer Events + Things to Do in Cleveland

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Welcome to summer in Cleveland, the perfect destination for endless sunshine and blue skies. Experience the best of summer in with a wide range of events and activities that cater to all ages and interests. From outdoor concerts to exciting festivals, there is something for everyone.

Check out the endless list of summer activities we have put together for you below. Use this guide to plan your trip with a stay at Kimpton Schofield, steps away from the fun!

Playhouse Square

Playhouse Square Shows

  • John Mellencamp (5/25 & 5/26)
  • Moulin Rouge! The Musical (6/7-7/2)
  • Jazz Fest (6/22-6/24)
  • Come From Away (7/25-7/30)
  • SIX: The Musical (8/8-9/10)
  • RuPaul’s Drag Race: Werq the World (8/12)
family at aquarium

Families

  • Blippi at Playhouse Square (6/8)
  • Children’s Museum of Cleveland
  • Greater Cleveland Aquarium
  • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
  • Check out our spacious apartment-style living for the whole family
garden

Arts & Culture

  • Little Italy Summer Art Walk (6/2-6/4)
  • Botanical Gardens
  • Cleveland Museum of Art
  • Natural History Museum
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
  • Science Museum
concert

Concerts

  • Paramore (6/4)
  • Tyler Childers (6/11)
  • Bryan Adams/Joan Jett (6/15)
  • Shania Twain (6/30)
  • Wonderstruck in Cleveland (7/8-7/9)
  • Alicia Keys (7/15)
  • Madonna (8/2)
parade

Parades/Festivals

  • PRIDE in the CLE (6/3)
  • Little Italy Artisan Market (5/27)
  • Edgewater Neighborfest (6/25)
  • Cuyahoga Country Fair (8/8-8/13)
man on SUP

Outdoor Activities

  • Edgewater Beach
  • Lakewood Park
  • Cuyahoga Valley National Park
  • Whiskey Island
  • Lake View Cemetery
Cleveland Sign

Iconic Sights

  • Cleveland Sign
  • Fountain of Eternal Life
  • Guardians of Transportation
  • Playhouse Square Chandelier
  • Wade Lagoon
  • USS COD
  • Soldiers & Sailors Monument
pizza

For the Foodies

  • The Flats
  • West Side Market
  • Little Italy Feast (dates TBD, usually in August)
The Schofield Exterior

At The Schofield