University Circle
After months of preparation, the Cleveland Museum of Art's 34th annual Parade the Circle filled Wade Oval with color, creativity, and community spirit. Enjoy photos by Reuben Kutash and Bob Perkoski, who captured this year's "Momentum"-themed celebration.
The Cleveland Museum of Art just released additional tickets for its annual Solstice celebration on Saturday, June 20. The sold-out event returns with live music, acrobatics, dance, art, food and drinks, and after-hours access to museum galleries and exhibitions.
The Cleveland Museum of Art's 34th annual Parade the Circle is this Saturday, June 13, and lead artist Héctor Castellanos Lara shares his photos as he reflects on this year's theme, the artists and participants involved, and the creative energy driving one of Cleveland's favorite traditions.
Can't wait for Parade the Circle? The Cleveland Museum of Art is offering two free family events. This weekend, build mini floats and march in a mini-parade around the Pivot Center. On parade weekend, create puppets inspired by the larger-than-life creations that make the annual celebration a Cleveland favorite.
The Cleveland Museum of Art celebrates its 110th birthday on Saturday, June 6 with free admission to two special exhibits, member perks, and special discounts. The milestone reflects more than a century of fulfilling its founders' vision to provide world-class art "for the benefit of all the people forever."
The Garden Club of Cleveland in May transformed donated and upcycled flowers into a large-scale public art installation on Wade Oval in University Circle, inviting visitors to take photos, create bouquets, and take home blooms during its first-ever Flower Flash. Two more events are planned later this year.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is hosting Museum Family Day: Dino Day on Sunday, May 31, with dinosaur-themed activities, fossil digs, live animal encounters, crafts, and film screenings. Sponsored by Real Good Foods, guests can explore prehistoric life through hands-on programming and experiences.
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s Parade the Circle returns June 13 with a "Momentum" theme inspired by CMA’s “American Printed Silks” exhibit. Parade prep is in its new creative home at the CMA Community Arts Center. Lead artist Hector Castellanos Lara says participants are ready with elaborate costumes and decorations!
Acclaimed horticulturist and author Abra Lee will visit Cleveland Botanical Garden on May 16 to discuss the overlooked contributions of Black gardeners, farmers, and growers and the lasting impact of their work on American horticulture and agriculture.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History extends its reach far beyond its walls with its virtual programs, summer camps, and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. From local classrooms to remote communities, CMNH connects audiences to science, nature, and discovery.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Kent State University’s School of Fashion students have partnered to present “Fashion & Feather." The exhibit brings together student designs, historic fashion, and bird feathers to explore the intersections of fashion, nature, sustainability, and conservation.
The Cleveland International Hall of Fame honored six inductees at its sold-out 2026 ceremony, celebrating the city’s rich cultural diversity and welcoming three newly represented ethnicities. The event also introduced the inaugural Debbie Hanson “Forever Young” Awards, recognizing two individuals for their quiet but lasting contributions to the community.
CWRU's Weatherhead School of Management will host an "AI and the Future of Work" symposium this Thursday, April 23, bringing together business leaders, academics, and students to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming business, leadership, and society. Dean Andrew Medvedev says the event will train future leaders on how they can harness AI as an opportunity rather than see it as a threat.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Virtual Field Trips program has reached 250,000 participants, marking a milestone for the live, interactive initiative that brings hands-on science education directly into classrooms across Ohio, the U.S.. and around the world.
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s "still/emerging: Native American Works on Paper" highlights Indigenous artists' prints and drawings that are supplemented with interpretive text panels, written by Indigenous community members who share their personal perspectives and lived experiences.
The Cleveland Museum of Art's MIX: Man of Steel on Friday, April 3, will celebrate Cleveland's hometown superhero, Superman. The dance party will feature music by Wave Magnetik, a Clark Kent and Lois Lane look-alike contest, and Superman-themed food, drinks, and superhero activities.
The Cleveland Botanical Garden is planning a vibrant spring season with more than 3,000 tulips planted in an interactive Dutch-inspired display and the return of daily butterfly releases in the Costa Rica Biome. Visitors can enjoy assorted early spring blooms with special events throughout April that include Orchid Rodeo, a spring egg hunt, tulip painting workshops, and a free Arbor Day community celebration.
In the Cleveland Museum of Art's "Improper Frames" exhibit at the Transformer Station, six photographers challenge the city's comprehensive property inventory by revealing what the data from 162,000 parcels can not capture: They exposed memories, communities, and natural elements that escape bureaucratic categorization.
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Acclaimed Armenian pianist Tigran Hamasyan brings his “Manifeste” tour to the Cleveland Museum of Art tonight, Wednesday, March 11, blending jazz, Armenian folk traditions, and modern sounds into a powerful exploration of rhythm, ritual, and heritage.
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The Cleveland Museum of Art celebrates Women's History Month this Friday, March 6, with MIX: Material Girl—an '80s-themed dance party honoring iconic artists of the decade like Madonna, Whitney Houston, and Janet Jackson. DJ Mimi Dromette and DJ BG from 91.1 WRUW-FM will spin vinyl classics from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 80s attire is encouraged!