Larchmere PorchFest returned for its 18th year on Saturday, June 13, filling the neighborhood with live music, dancing, and community spirit. FreshWater photographer Reuben Kutash captured scenes from the annual event as residents and visitors enjoyed performances from dozens of bands and DJs on a beautiful summer day.

Thousands gathered in downtown Cleveland on June 6 for Pride in the CLE 2026, celebrating the region’s LGBTQ+ community with a march, live entertainment, vendors, food, and a colorful display of pride and inclusion. Photographer Reuben Kutash captured scenes from the festivities.

Despite an early shutdown due to large crowds, organizers of the 17th Cleveland Asian Festival say this year’s event was one of the best. Festival leaders highlighted the community’s enthusiasm and encouraged visitors to support AsiaTown businesses. Photographer Reuben Kutash documented the fun!

Players from multiple generations took the field at Cleveland’s historic League Park for a Forest City Baseball Club scrimmage that blended competition with reflection. After the game, the players shared stories of legendary players and moments tied to the field.

Dyngus Day returned to Gordon Square on Monday, April 6 with polka, dancing, and a crowd that filled the streets. From music and contests to a surprise street-side wedding, the celebration unfolded in moments best seen in pictures. FreshWater photographer Reuben Kutash captured the sights.

FAN EXPO Cleveland attracted pop culture enthusiasts to the Huntington Convention Center this past weekend, featuring headliners William Shatner, Hayden Christensen, and other notable celebrities. There were opportunities for autographs, cosplay, shopping, and interactions with both Hollywood stars and local cultural organizations, continuing its decade-long tradition as a favorite among Cleveland fans.

Cleveland's annual Brite Winter festival landed in the Waterloo Arts District last weekend, offering a much-needed winter escape with music, art, and community celebration. Brite Winter has been the winter arts and culture scene for more than 15 years, and photographer Reuben Kutash documented the 2026 version on Saturday.

Cleveland Heights native Laila Edwards helped Team USA's women's hockey team capture the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics this week Fans cheered at at New Heights Grill and Reuben Kutash documented the celebration.

The mythical Kurenti symbolically chased away winter at the 14th annual Cleveland Kurentovanje parade down St. Clair Avenue and the festival at the Slovenian National Home. Photographer Reuben Kutash documented the parade, bocce games, and live music before the Kurenti retreated for another year.

Hundreds of Northeast Ohio residents gathered at Asia Place in AsiaTown last weekend to celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Fire Horse. FreshWater photographer Reuben Kutash captured the festivities at Asia Plaza, documenting the community's vibrant cultural celebration.

Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland launched its 2026 season recently with four new exhibits exploring themes of nature, memory, survival, and responsibility. Guests at he opening reception engaged enthusiastically with the immersive installations by KING COBRA, Sky Hopinka, and other artists.

Cleveland residents braved frigid temperatures yesterday Downtown Cleveland Inc.'s inaugural Pop-Up Snow Day with tubing on Mall B. Photographer Reuben Kutash caught the fun on camera.

FreshWater's Reuben Kutash was curious about Western Reserve Historical Society's Murder Mystery series, so last week he stopped by the Cleveland History Center to participate in "Municipal Murder: The Final Pitch." Read Reuben's take on the interactive whodunit based on 1940s Cleveland baseball, see his photos, and find out how you can get tickets to the next installment.

Last Saturday, thousands gathered in the Gordon Square Arts District for the 21st annual Día de Muertos celebration, presented by Cleveland Public Theatre and Día de Muertos Ohio. Costumed celebrants in elaborate makeup and colorful adornments—moved down Detroit Avenue to honor and remember their loved ones in the Procession of Skulls and Skeletons. Photographer Reuben Kutash joined the procession to document that day.

For more than a decade, residents of Scarborough Road in Cleveland Heights have transformed their street into "Scareborough"—a Halloween destination with extensive decorations and community spirit. Check out Reuben Kutash's photos of this year's Halloween on 'Scareborough!'

A lovely sunny afternoon brought hundreds of folks to Bexley Park in South Euclid last Saturday, Oct. 25, for the annual October Feast took place. It was fun for the entire family and photographer Reuben Kutash documented the events of the day.

The Alzheimer's Association's Cleveland Chapter's 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Oct. 18 attracted 449,000 participants and 408 teams, and raised $740,701 towards its $825,000 goal. Two local teams ranked in the nationwide Top 50 Teams list. Photographer Reuben Kutash kept up with the group, and documented their steps.

Ingenuity Fest 2025 marked the 20th season of Ingenuity Cleveland's programming with a three-day event featuring concerts, performances, and exhibits. Photographers Shawn Brewster and Reuben Kutash were there all weekend to document the fun.