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Asian Lantern Festival at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Returning for its fifth year, the Lantern Festival entices the eye with glowing pops of cartoonish color. This year, the fest includes live performances from acrobats, culturally inspired cuisine and a variety of animals on display — not including the mystical dragons illuminating the zoo. $19-$75, thru Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m., 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, clevelandmetroparks.com
Cuyahoga County Fair The award-winning Cuyahoga County Fair celebrates its 125th anniversary this year with its annual parade and daily magic shows from magician Drew Murray and hypnotist David Anthony, live music from Karma Kings and a perilous fire show from a trained circus performer, all leading into a farewell firework show. $10, Aug. 9-14, various times, 19201 E. Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, cuyfair.com
Digimon Tournament at Recess games Become a DigiDestined like your favorite characters from 1997’s Digimon — or at least feel like one. Recess Games invites you to test your mettle this Sunday for a tournament surrounding the show’s recent trading card game. Promo prizes will be awarded to the winners of first, second and third place. $11.25, every Sunday, 12 p.m., 26636 Brookpark Road EXT, North Olmsted, shop.recess.games
KeyBank Broadway Series: Disney’s Frozen at Playhouse Square Joining the ranks of Aladdin and The Lion King, the snowy smash hit makes its way across America in musical form — featuring an expanded score of the original film soundtrack and a dozen new musical numbers. Perfect for a nice family evening. $39-$139, thru Sept. 11, various times, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Dispatch and O.A.R at Jacobs Pavilion Get down to Jacobs Pavilion for a night of good old-fashioned American indie rock from Dispatch. The group hit the road with O.A.R and G. Love just three days before their Cleveland date, so expect some early-tour high energy. Tickets starting at $35, Aug. 12, 6 p.m., 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com
Feast of the Assumption at Holy Rosary Church This celebration of Italian heritage, Catholic faith and Little Italy includes daily masses, family fun such as inflatables and games, and live entertainment from the Italian Band of Cleveland, Primavera Band, Swamp Boogie Band and more. Of course, local staples Mama Santas, La Dolce Vita and Maxi's are offering great bites — find a guide to eating your way through Little Italy here. Free, Aug. 12-15, various times, 12021 Mayfield Road, Cleveland, holy-rosary.org
Gabriel Iglesias at MGM Northfield Park Sometimes, you just need a weekend to laugh. Gabriel Iglesias — Fluffy, as he is affectionately referred to — has just the thing for you. A titan of comedy, the longtime comic boasts a resume stacked with TV and streaming specials, as well as several of his own shows. With credentials like that, you’re in for a great time. Tickets starting at $75, Aug 12., 7 p.m. & 10:30 p.m., 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com
Mainstream Sellout Tour at FirstEnergy Stadium Hot off the heels of his recent Hulu documentary, Life in Pink, Machine Gun Kelly makes his way home — this time in the company of superstars Avril Lavigne, Travis Barker, Willow and Trippie Redd. Tickets starting at $25, Aug. 13, 5 p.m., 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, www.ticketmaster.com
Moises Borges at Bay Arts Festival Cleveland’s king of bossa nova hits the Bay Arts Festival, soothing visitors to the tune of Brazilian jazz. While you vibe to the rhythm, check out the plethora of vendors serving up handmade arts, crafts and delectable food. Free, Aug. 14, 7 p.m., 28795 Lake Road, Bay Village, moisesborges.com
Ohio Burlesque Festival at the Beachland Ballroom & Tavern Featuring three nights — Thursday Night Rock ‘n’ Roll, Friday Night All-Stars and Saturday Night Gala — of award-winning burlesque, the event pulls a diverse lineup of more than 70 local and international performers alike. Expect performances ranging from acrobatics to belly dancing, or the less traditional “nerdlesque.” $35, Aug. 11-13, 7:30 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com
The Beths at the Grog Shop New Zealand-based indie pop group, The Beths, rescheduled their North American tour twice due to pandemic-related trouble leaving fans hungry for a U.S. performance. Now, the group will storm the Grog Shop with a new song, “A Real Thing,” in tow. $20, Aug. 11, 8 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland, grogshop.gs
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Sip on the finest Ohio wine at Vintage Wine Fest, explore the creative process of the Beatles at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and more this weekend in The Land.
The 123rd celebration of Italian heritage, Catholic faith and great eats hits Cleveland's Mayfield Road Aug. 12-15.
Bid farewell to two musical legends, Elton John and Scarface, on their farewell tours, enjoy yoga and wine at Flight Cleveland and more this weekend in The Land.