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Doors to My Barrio Exhibition
Family Life Center 16349 Chillicothe RD Chagrin Falls

JDBCAC and Community Life Collaborative presents Doors to My Barrio special East-Side Exhibition. Come experience our 20 doors painted by Cleveland Latino artists representing the culture of each Spanish speaking country.

Los Mirlos from Peru
8 PM
Beachland Ballroom
15711 Waterloo Road

Los Mirlos is a group dedicated to promoting the music and culture of the Peruvian Amazon. Although it was formed in Lima in 1973, its true roots are in Moyobamba, the city where its members were born and began their musical careers. As pioneers of psychedelic Amazonian cumbia, Los Mirlos have spent 50 years performing worldwide, proudly showcasing the distinctive rhythms of the Peruvian jungle. Today, they are a prominent influence, known for a sound that has evolved and endured through changing musical trends. The group continues to engage a young audience eager to explore new textures and rediscover the origins of this unique genre.

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International Horror Hotel Film Festival
Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport
Middleburg Heights

The International Horror Hotel Film Festival will return to the Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport in Middleburg Heights, Ohio, from June 18-21, 2026, for its 15th annual celebration of independent horror, fantasy, sci-fi, and action filmmaking. The four-day event will bring together filmmakers, screenwriters, fans, vendors, and industry guests for screenings, lectures, competitions, networking events, and special programming throughout the weekend. This year, the festival received more than 240 submissions and selected 175 films and scripts for its 2026 program. In addition to the official selections, the festival will present nominations in both film and script categories, along with additional awards recognizing standout work across this year's lineup.

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Juneteenth Celebration
11 AM - 3 PM
African American Cultural Garden
890 MLK Blvd.

Liszt Concert in Hungarian Garden
6 PM
Hungarian Cultural Garden
East Bld. Upper Level

Each year the Hungarian Cultural Garden puts on a free performance for the community featuring the music of Franz Liszt and others. It is produced by Vera Holczer-Waroquet from the Aurora School of Music and features a Grand Piano.

More to come.

Additional Tickets for Solstice
7 PM
Cleveland Museum of Art ST South Terrace

This weekend's favorable weather forecast allows CMA the opportunity to expand the attendance capacity for this previously sold-out event. This all-inclusive ticket covers unlimited food and beverages, including beer, wine, premade Watershed cocktails, and canned cocktails, during the energy-filled night of music and art. Solstice is for guests 21 or older. Tickets are $175 and can be purchased online at cma.org/solstice or by phone at 216-421-7350.

International Yoga Day Celebration
8:30 AM
Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Temple Vadtaldham
575 Richmond Road, Richmond Heights

Cleveland World Cup Watch Party
Doors open at 11, Match at noon
CentroVilla25
3140 West 25th Street

The City of Cleveland, CentroVilla25 and Cleveland Soccer Group (CSG) will co-host a free, family-friendly World Cup watch party on Sunday, June 21, bringing the world's biggest sporting event to one of Cleveland's fastest-growing cultural destinations. Doors open at 11 a.m. at CentroVilla25, 3140 West 25th Street, with Spain vs. Saudi Arabia kicking off at 12 p.m. This event is FREE and open to the public, but ticketed (to allow for planning). Fans can get tickets on EventBrite. This watch party transforms CentroVilla25 - the Latino market, food hall, and community hub in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood - into a full-day celebration of the global game.

Guests can watch the match on screens throughout the building and plaza. Approximately 100 chairs will be available outdoors, and guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets for the grassy La Placita area.

Beyond the match, the day features:

• A free Play Activation Zone, presented in partnership with CSG and the Cleveland Crunch, with street soccer fields in the parking lot where guests of all ages can play
• Outside food vendors alongside CentroVilla25's market kiosks.
• Three staffed bars: the main bar, the kiosk bar in the Green Market and a popup bar in the outdoor plaza.

International Chambers Passport Professionals
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Edgewater Beach House
7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway

The BACC has joined together with the Collaborative Chambers Alliance, the French-American Chamber, the Greater Cleveland Chinese Chamber and the Swedish-American Chamber and is currently working with other international chambers of commerce for International Passport Professionals. Join us for a lively, casual evening designed for expats, international professionals, and anyone connected to the global business community in Cleveland! Whether you’re new to the U.S., recently relocated, or a seasoned international professional, this is the perfect opportunity to exchange stories, spark ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed, welcoming setting. The best part? It’s completely free! Bring a friend and enjoy great conversations, a dynamic crowd, and a fun evening at one of Cleveland’s favorite hangouts.

Julia de Burgos Big Read Block Party
6 - 8 PM
Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center
2800 Archwood Ave

After a year of exploring the themes of belonging, identity, and community through The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros, we're coming together for an afternoon filled with art, music, culture, and fun! The Block Party will also mark the opening of Perteneces Aquí | You Belong Here exhibition, featuring artwork from 8 selected artist: Sebastian Chironi, Andrea Perez Cervantes, Ynes Arocho, Maria Armijo, Nathalie Bermudez Pineda, John Carreon, Higo Gabarron, and Two Guardians Studios.

Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds

Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival. 2026 Gate, VIP & Whisky Tasting Tickets on Sale Now! 49th Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival returns to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds June 26-27, 2026.

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Kingsbury Run Murders
2 - 6 PM
Bohemian National Hall
4939 Broadway

As part of the Cleveland History Days celebration, come on down to The Bohemian National Hall and learn about the Kingsbury Run Murders. Watch the compelling movie about what took place in the thirties, follow our very own Elliot Ness and learn from the panel of experts just what happened and if the serial killer was ever brought to justice. Cold refreshments available for purchase.

Community Health Fair
10 AM - 5 PM
Vadtal Dham Cleveland
575 Richmond Rd. Richmond Hts.

2026 Buckeye Road Reunion Picnic
Doors open at 11
Hungarian Cultural Center of NEO

Estonian Vöidupüha/Jaanipäev celebration
2 PM
Estonian Cultural Garden on MLK

Visit the Estonian Cultural Garden for the annual Vöidupüha/Jaanipäev celebration. The special keynote speaker is Mr. Karl Altau, the Managing Director of the Joint Baltic American National Committee.

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Icons in Ink: The Jewish Comics Experience
Maltz Museum | 2929 Richmond Road
Beachwood

Explore the vibrant history of how Jewish artists and writers birthed the Golden Age of comics. Icons in Ink goes beyond the page to examine how themes of identity, social justice, and the immigrant experience fueled the creation of the world’s most beloved superheroes.

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Russian Cultural Garden Summer Festival
11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Russian Cultural Garden
MLK Blvd.

Ivan Kupala Summer Festival. Join us for Ivan Kupala, a vibrant summer celebration hosted by the Russian Cultural Garden of Cleveland. We are excited to introduce this new community event and invite you to experience a day of traditional circle dances, live entertainment, delicious Russian cuisine, a children’s play area, and festive activities for all ages.

This celebration brings people together to enjoy culture, connection, and a joyful summer atmosphere.

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Greek Cultural Garden Blessing
2:30 - 4:00 PM
Greek Cultural Garden
980 East Blvd.

The Greek Garden Association of Cleveland and The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America will be holding a Hierarchical Blessing at the Greek Cultural Garden on Sunday, June 28th, 2026, from 2:30 - 4:00 pm, in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. The Hierarchical Blessing will be officiated by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros, Primate of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, along with the Metropolitan Bishops, the clergy, and laity from throughout the United States, and public officials of the State of Ohio. The event is free and open to the public. The Greek Cultural Garden was officially dedicated in June 1940 by then-Archbishop Athenagoras, later Patriarch of Constantinople, to then-Mayor Harold H. Burton, later United States Senator and Supreme Court Justice. As the proud sponsor of The Greek Cultural Garden, The Greek Garden Association of Cleveland bestows the gift of the Hellenic cultural legacy for the benefit of all Americans. May we all be worthy successors to such an illustrious inheritance.

Free Flamenco Dance Summer Classes for Kids and Teens
6 - 8 PM
Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center
2800 Archwood Ave

FREE Flamenco Dance Summer Classes for Kids and Teens. Ready to stomp, clap, and move to something new? Our flamenco youth classes are back and invite kids and teens to explore rhythm, movement, and self expression through this vibrant dance form, guided by Alice Lawhorn of Abrepaso Flamenco. Students will have the opportunity to perform at ¡Celebrando! this summer.

DATES: TUESDAYS from June 30th - September 8th. Final performance at ¡Celebrando! the weekend of September 12th. TIMES: Kid's Flamenco (ages 5-11): 6:30-7:20 PM and Teen's Flamenco (ages 12-18): 7:30-8:20 PM. Register at juliadeburgos.org/calendar or call (216) 894-5664 to learn more.

Quintet of the Americas
7:30 PM
LatinUs Theater at the Pivot Center for Art, Dance and Expression
2937 West 25th Street

The Ohio Colombian Foundation is excited to invite you to a special evening celebrating the rich musical traditions of Latin America! Join us for Quintet of the Americas, an internationally acclaimed ensemble presenting a vibrant program featuring contemporary Latin American composers and traditional folk-inspired music. Whether you're a lover of classical music, Latin American culture, or simply looking for an inspiring evening in Cleveland, this event is not to be missed. Admission is FREE, but seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your tickets in advance.

BorderLight International Festival
Playhouse Square

BorderLight’s mission is to present innovative theatre that inspires, builds cross-cultural understanding and celebrates the diversity of the human experience. The International Plaza will have free performances and cultural celebrations at Playhouse Square Plaza. More Information

Hungarian Actress at BorderLight International Festival
Playhouse Square

On July 9 and 10 at the Borderlight Fringe Festival, Eszter Bálint will have a play about being a Hungarian immigrant in NYC in the 1980' and 1990's. This is the very same Ester Bálint who was the lead actor in Jim Jarmuch's 1985 film "Stranger Than Paradise". The play is "I Hate Memory". More Information

Serbian Golf, Dinner and Music

This year’s Annual Serbian Golf Outing is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course and the dinner (for golfers and non-golfers) at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church in Broadview Heights. The Serbian Golf Outing is the one and only fundraiser held annually to support the Serbian Cultural Garden. As we approach the summer months, there will be continued maintenance, growth and expansion in the Serbian Garden that can only be accomplished through your generous donations and funding. Information flyer and registration forms can also be downloaded from the Serbian Garden Website

103rd Annual Cesky Den
Park opens at 10
DTJ Taborville
9850 North Blvd. Auburn Township

Cesky Den translates to Czech Day

CAMEO Annual Picnic
1 - 5 PM
Middleburg Hts. Recreation Area

Cleveland Polka Association Picnic
Gate opens at 2
St. Sava's Picnic Grove
2300 W. Ridgewood Drive Parma

Live polka music by Frankie Liszka & Blue Magic from PA. The gate opens at 2:00pm with music and dancing from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. Please NO byob, NO coolers. Beverages will be available for purchase Happy Hour style and food by the St. Bartholomew Athletic Department will also be available. Snacks are welcome. Donation is $20.00 and anyone 18 and under is free. For more information please call Anna at (330) 461-1772. The public is welcome, so come and enjoy the summer weather “CPA” style!

Polish Picnic
1 - 10 PM
Polish American Cultural Center

Kaleta & Super Yamba Band
7:30 PM
Transformer Station
1460 West 29th Street

The best of global music returns with City Stages, the Cleveland Museum of Art’s (CMA) FREE summer concert series. Kaleta & Super Yamba Band are fronted by Afrobeat and juju veteran Leon Ligan-Majek, aka Kaleta. The singer-guitarist from Benin in West Africa lived his adolescent life in Lagos, Nigeria, where Afrobeat was born.

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Cleveland International Piano Competition for Young Artists

Piano Cleveland will have their triennial “Cleveland International Piano Competition for Young Artists.” They are bringing 13 of the world’s prodigies to Cleveland for the final rounds of this competition. They will come from 7 countries: USA, Canada, South Korea, Japan, China, Austria, and Spain. Many will also bring their parents and other family members. You can see (and listen to) them at https://pianocleveland.org/cipc-for-young-artists-2026-2/. In addition, we will bring in a Jury of eight eminent piano faculty, also from 7 countries (USA, France, Portugal, Finland, Germany, Israel, and China), and 4 Guest Artists, also with international representation. The Contestants will be arriving around July 19 and staying through Aug 4.

Schedule for the competition rounds. There will also be several free concerts in the days preceeding those.

Opera in the Italian Cultural Garden
6 - 7:30 PM
Italian Cultural Garden
990 East Blvd. Cleveland

Beautiful music from Opera, Broadway & Italian songs. The Cleveland Opera & Cleveland Ballet Theater in the enchanting Renaissance Garden.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW - (sells out each year). Reserved Seating in Front of Stage $33.00

Lawn area Free admission Free Wine Tastings: Little Italy Wines. Questions, please call: 216.916.7780. Free parking - Restrooms on site. Michael White School lot - Parkgate Ave. near garden. Family friendly - bring a picnic! This free performance is presented as part of the Italian Cultural Garden Foundation's "Viva! La Cultura Italiana" cultural series.

Korean Music - Insun Park & Generals
7:30 PM
Transformer Station
1460 West 29th Street

The best of global music returns with City Stages, the Cleveland Museum of Art’s (CMA) FREE summer concert series. Experience a groundbreaking fusion of rock, Korean traditional music, and mask-dance rhythms with Insun Park & Generals.

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Ukrainian Documentary
1:30 PM
Parma-Snow Library
2121 Snow Rd. Parma

The Ukrainian National Women's League of America- Branch 8 is sponsoring a screening of an acclaimed documentary on the impact of the invasion on the lives of Ukrainian children. This documentary follows eight Ukrainian children as they rebuild their lives through art, sports, and friendship. Witness their courage, share their stories, and help amplify the voices of a generation growing up under fire — yet refusing to lose its humanity.

Cultural Gardens Soil Ceremony
Cleveland Cultural Gardens
2 - 3:30 PM

Save the date for a special ceremony in the Gardens!

Feast of the Assumption
Centered at Holy Rosary Church at Mayfield Road at Murray Hill Road

Save the date! More information.

Dominican Cultural Festival
Noon - 9 PM
Estabrook Recreation Center
4125 Fulton Road

Club Dominicano de Cleveland and the Cleveland Dominican community will host the Dominican Cultural Festival on Saturday, Aug. 16, from noon until 9 p.m. There will be activities for children, baile folklórico, food, art, bachata orchestras, merengue, salsa, live reggaeton and other activities to celebrate Dominican culture.

India Independence Day
10 AM - 3 PM
9543 Broadview Rd.
Braodview Hts.

Parma Ukrainian Village Parade

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Scottish Garden Golf Outing
Silver Lake Country Club

For over 40 years the Scottish Cultural Garden sat undeveloped on MLK Blvd. Four years ago, a group of friends organized the Scottish Cultural Garden Society to make the Scottish Garden a reality and to showcase the accomplishments of Scots & Scottish Americans. Since Scotland is the home of golf, we thought this would be a perfect way to raise money. Please help us make the dream come true. You can organize a foursome, be a sponsor, come to the dinner & support the raffles or just donate.

MultiMusic Fest - The Legends of Jazz 4
4 PM
Cain Park
14591 Superior Rd, Cleveland Heights

The 19th Annual MULTI MUSIC FEST presents the Legends of Jazz 4! Featuring The Yellow Jackets, Patrice Rushen, & Hiroshima. A benefit concert for the MC Chatman Center for Humanitarian Services

More info and tickets

80th Annual One World Day
11 AM - 6 PM
Cleveland Cultural Gardens

Stars of Summer
Cleveland Cultural Gardens

17th Annual IFUSA
10 AM - 6 PM
Independence High School
6345 Selig Drive, Independence

Polish Sunday
Noon
Sorrowful Mother Shrine
4106 State Rte 269
Bellevue OH

Cultural Gardens Gala
Save the Date