Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with free community performances and activities! This family-friendly event features a wide variety of community ensembles live from Severance’s Mandel Concert Hall and Reinberger Chamber Hall.

Full Schedule: 11:30-5:00 PM

• 11:30 AM – Doors open for public

• 11:45 AM – Blakk Jakk Dance Collective

• 12:15 PM – Tiamoyo Chorale

• 1:00 PM – Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus Performance

• 1:45 PM – Bassoon Farm Student Showcase

• 2:00 PM – Crescendo Student Showcase

• 2:30 PM – Music Mentor Student Showcase

• 3:00 PM – Stix Quintet

• 3:30 PM – The Dance Centre performances

• 4:15 PM – COYO performance

No tickets are required

This day of family-friendly performances is free and open to the public.

Special Event Parking

Parking: $7 special event parking in Campus Center Garage (Lot 29).

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In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Akron Art Museum will be open and FREE to all.

View artwork with a specially designed gallery guide, spend time with friends and family in Open Studio, and pop into the auditorium to enjoy the New York International Children’s Film Festival’s Celebrating Black Stories short films.

FREE, registration recommended.

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Free Akron Zoo admission and parking January 20th from 11am-4pm

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Kids and Families can enjoy fun hands-on activities throughout the day.

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10am-4pm. Monday, January 20, when the Cleveland Museum of Art opens its doors for a free daylong celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Explore how the moving passages of Dr. King’s writings and speeches shed light on the museum’s collection and create a work of art inspired by his legacy. 

Guests are invited to experience the blockbuster exhibition Picasso and Paper for FREE. No tickets are required. Visitors are admitted into the exhibition throughout the day on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.Free general admission to the Great Lakes Science Center from 10 am-5pm on January 20. No reservation required

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Visit the Museum for free this Martin Luther King Jr. Day for a meaningful exploration of Dr. King’s legacy and his connection to science, community, and Cleveland.

No ticket or registration required.

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Free admission to the Cleveland History Center from 10am-4pm

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Free  admission to the Cleveland Botanical Garden  Visitors are invited to explore the exotic glasshouses and play in the Perennial Playspace from 10:00am-5:00pm. Stop by the tree cookie activity table from 11:00am-2:00pm to make a craft you can take home, participate in a community art project, and learn about how to access more benefits from plants and trees.

Admission is free to all. No advance reservation necessary

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Free admission to the Cleveland Rock Hall Janurary 20. (Reservation is required)

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Rock Hall is offering free admission with advance reservations. Reserve your tickets below by selecting Monday, January 20. Maximum of four tickets per order.  

Please arrive as close to your entry time as possible. Once inside the museum, you can enjoy the self-guided experience until we close at 5pm. Reserved your free tickets here

LEGO® City Soap Box Racer make and take event is intended for participants aged 6+ years. The LEGO City Soap Box Racer model will be available on a first come first serve basis, at participating locations, while supplies last. LEGO City Soap Box Racer offer is valid on January 12, 2024 from 12-2pm only. Limited to one LEGO City Soap Box Racer build per guest. LEGO City Soap Box Racer model cannot be purchased.

This is while supplies last. Please call store before heading out.

The LEGO® Store Crocker Park, 276 Crocker Park Blvd Space 1020, Westlake, OH 44145

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Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.

January: Imagine Invention

Enter a realm of imagination, hope, and boundless creativity where we explore the wonders of connection through invention. Drawing inspiration from the inventive minds of figures past and present, families embark on a journey of self-expression. 

The Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106

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We’re kicking off the year with TWO super-fun events featuring a crafting favorite kids can’t wait to get their hands on! At each event, they'll make cool and colorful Wikki Stix creations, play with top-rated learning products and even hear a story! Parents and guardians, don’t forget to check in when you arrive…you might win a $100 e-gift card!

This is a free, walk-in event held at all locations between the hours listed. No reservations needed.

Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122

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Watershed Stewardship Center, 2277 W Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134

STORYTIME: LITTLE SNOWFLAKE

Have you ever wondered how a snowflake is made, or what happens to it once it falls to the ground? Join us as we read the story of the Little Snowflake and learn how snow is a part of the water cycle. We'll finish our story time by making a snowflake craft that you can take home and not worry about it melting away!

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Children's Storytime with Halle Bo Bally

Friday January 10th & 24th

Storytime with Halle Bo Bally! Bring your little ones for an enchanting morning of stories, songs, and fun from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. Hosted in the Market Hall in the Raider's Space next to Brassica.

Free. No registration required.

20301 Meade Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122

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Family FUNdays | Día De Alegria Familiar at the CAC 

Date: Monthly on the first Sunday, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Location: Community Arts Center

Centro de Artes Comunitarias

Free; No Ticket Required

About The Event

Enjoy free family fun and explore art celebrating community. This event features family-friendly games, movement-based activities, and art making, open to all ages and abilities!

Únase a nosotros para divertirse con familia, mientras exploramos el arte celebrando comunidad. Gratis para participar. Juegos para toda la familia, actividades basadas en movimientos, y creación de arte. ¡Abiertas a todos los edades y habilidades!

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Open Studio

Date: Weekly on Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. from Sunday, November 3, 2024 until Sunday, May 25, 2025

Location: ATRM Atrium

Ames Family Atrium

Free; No Ticket Required

A group of people making art while sitting at tables in the atrium of The Cleveland Museum of Art.

About The Event

Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.

January: Imagine Invention

Enter a realm of imagination, hope, and boundless creativity where we explore the wonders of connection through invention. Drawing inspiration from the inventive minds of figures past and present, families embark on a journey of self-expression. 

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DROP-BY FIRESIDE CRAFT: WATERCOLOR SNOWFLAKES

Stop in and create a beautiful watercolor snowflake while basking in the warm glow of the fire. No artistic talent is required for this simple craft.

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Cleveland Metroparks Discovery Day - January 3

  Jan 3, 2025

  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Event takes place at the Great Northern Mall.

Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center Discovery Day! The touch table will be located in the food court near Dick's Sporting Goods and feature live animals, pelts and more. Fun and educational!

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NOON YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION - WITH REALPOPFUSION

December 31st from 11:00am-1:00pm

Celebrate the last NOON of 2024 with us during our Noon Year's Eve Celebration  on December 31st from 11:00am-1:00pm in Center Court!

Kid's 10 and under are encouraged to join the festive event as we welcome 2025 (a little early).

What to expect:
 RealPopFusion Noon Year's Eve countdown show filled with games, entertainment, prizes, and more!
 Kid's Characters, wax hands, airbrush tattoos, etc.
 Followed by a balloon drop at the stroke of NOON!

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Noon Year’s Eve | Año Nuevo Mediodía

with | con Susie Underwood

Tags for: Noon Year’s Eve | Año Nuevo Mediodía

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Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Location: Community Arts Center

Centro de Artes Comunitarias

Free; All Ages; No Reservation Required | Gratis; Todas Edades; Sin Cita Previa

About The Event

Celebrate the New Year early at the Community Arts Center’s Noon Year’s Eve Party. Engage in festive art-making activities with multidisciplinary artist Susie Underwood and a special ball drop to close out 2024. Activities include making noisemakers, disco balls, and more! This event is open to people of all ages and all artistic abilities.  

Celebre el Año Nuevo temprano en la Fiesta de Año Nuevo Mediodía del Centro de Artes Comunitarias. Participa en actividades artísticas festivas con la artista multidisciplinaria Susie Underwood y una caída de bola especial para cerrar 2024. Las actividades incluyen hacer ruidos, bolas de discoteca, y más. Este evento está abierto a personas de todas las edades y todas las habilidades artísticas. 

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HAND-FEED A CHICKADEE at the Brecksville Nature Center

Stop by to hand-feed the chickadees. We'll supply the black oil sunflower seeds and instructions that help make this experience one to remember. Drop by anytime between 10 a.m. - noon on the designated program days only.

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Open Studio

Date: Weekly on Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. from Sunday, November 3, 2024 until Sunday, May 25, 2025

Location:  ATRM Atrium
Ames Family Atrium

Free; No Ticket Required

About The Event

Open Studio days provide free, drop-in art-making sessions designed for the whole family, encouraging creativity and bonding through hands-on activities.

December: Glow

Embark on a captivating journey exploring the mesmerizing beauty of light, the warmth of lanterns, and the twinkle of imagination, promising an illuminating experience that ignites creativity for all ages.

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HAND-FEED A CHICKADEE at the Brecksville Nature Center

Stop by to hand-feed the chickadees. We'll supply the black oil sunflower seeds and instructions that help make this experience one to remember. Drop by anytime between 10 a.m. - noon on the designated program days only.

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Winter Fest

Saturday, December 21 from 11 AM-6 PM

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Get ready for a festive celebration at Pinecrest's Winter Fest! Join us on December 21 from 11 AM - 6 PM for a day packed with holiday magic and fun activities for all ages:

• 📸 Live Reindeer Photo Opportunity: Pose with real reindeer for an unforgettable holiday snapshot from 11 AM - 6 PM.

• 🐶Meet your favorite Australian blue pup: Grab a photo with your favorite blue dog to benefit A SPECIAL WISH FOUNDATION from 12 PM - 3 PM.

• 🚂 Train Ride: All aboard our holiday-themed train for a fun ride around Pinecrest from 11 AM - 6 PM.

• ☕ Free Hot Chocolate: Warm up with a free cup of hot chocolate as you explore the event from 11 AM - 6 PM. (while supplies last)

• 🤶 Mrs. Claus: Enjoy a meet-and-greet with Mrs. Claus from 11 AM - 2 PM.

• 🎈 Balloon Twister: Our balloon twisting elf will be onsite to create fun balloon characters from 11 AM - 2 PM

• 🎶 Carolers: Soak up the sounds of the season with classic holiday carols performed by live singers from 12 PM - 3 PM.

• 💚 The Grinch: Say hello to the Grinch from 12 PM - 3 PM.

• 🎅 Santa Claus: Santa will be visiting from 2 PM - 5 PM to hear your holiday wishes.

• 🎨 Face Painter: Receive a creative face painted design from 2 PM - 5 PM

• ❄️ Ice Sculptors: Watch as talented sculptors carve icy masterpieces, adding winter sparkle to the celebration at 3 PM.

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HAND-FEED A CHICKADEE at the Brecksville Nature Center

Stop by to hand-feed the chickadees. We'll supply the black oil sunflower seeds and instructions that help make this experience one to remember. Drop by anytime between 10 a.m. - noon on the designated program days only.

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Bring a Canned good or a toy for a family in need and snap a photo with Santa with your Phone. This event takes places at the Kelsey Elizabeth cakes flagship location location in Avon.

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‼️BREAKING NEWS: ‼️The dates are in. One weekend only!

Our Licursi Creations Annual Grinch event is DECEMBER 13th, 14th and 15th from 6-9pm.

Come meet the Green man himself! And snap a pic for the memory book. Don’t miss out on a great time for an awesome cause! This event is FREE.

We will be collecting donations for a local family! Last year we raised over 10k. Help us beat that!

The lines get long so don’t be a Grinch. So get there early! Remember this is something that we do for everyone out of the kindness of our hearts. A lot of time and resources go into these events. So come out enjoy yourselves. Please remember to respect each other and our neighbors.

6321 shadow creek drive. Medina Ohio. 44256 Event page

Winter Solstice Luminary Walk & Holiday Market
Friday, December 13 | 5:30–8:30PM | Nature Center at Shaker Lakes

Celebrate nature and the beginning of winter!

All are invited to take a stroll on the illuminated All Peoples’ Trail boardwalk, which is ADA-accessible. Keep warm at a bonfire, or in the heated pavilion where there will be warm alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages for sale. Join us inside at our nature-inspired Holiday Market and Duck Pond Gift Shop. Donations welcome. Market items, food, and beverage available for purchase.

A sensory-friendly room will be available on the second floor of the Nature Center building for anyone who needs a calm place to get away from the noise. Sensory bags are available upon request from the front desk.

Support our sustainable efforts!
We are collecting large glass marinara and sauce jars for luminaries. Please clean well and remove labels before donating to the Welcome Desk. After the Luminary Walk, they will be recycled.

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