Cleveland January Events - What to do in Cleveland in January

Whether you enjoy dance, theater, music, or sports, there's always something going on in Cleveland. Find all of the fun and exciting events happening during the month January. The list is updated regularly.

If you have an event you'd like to add, please send me the information at cleveland.guide@about.com.

Through January 3, 2009
All Shook UP
What: See this musical, based on the music of Elvis
Where: Carousel Dinner Theater, Akron
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 4, 2009
Peter Pan
What: See the classic Barrie tale performed.
Where: Beck Center for the Arts, Lakewood
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 4, 2009
Cleveland Botanical Garden Winter Show: "City Sidewalks"
What: See the trees, the gingerbread structures, and the flowers.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
Time: Varies
Cost: free with garden admission

Through January 4, 2009
Race: Why are We So Different?
What: A though-provoking exhibit, developed by the American Anthropological Association about race and racism in the United States.
Where: Cleveland Museum of Natural History, University Circle
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 25, 2009
Zap! Pow! Bam! The Superhero: The Golden Age of Comic Books, 1938-1950
What: Explore the evolution of comic book heros in the mid-20th century, including Cleveland's own Superman.
Where: Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage, Beachwood
Time: Varies
Cost: Free with museum admission

Through January 11, 2009
Big Top Boulevard
What: Marvel at this 40' miniature circus display.
Where: Western Reserve Historical Society, University Circle
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 19, 2009
Artistic Luxury: Faberge, Tiffany, and Lalique
What: The Cleveland Museum of Art presents a comprehensive study of three of the greatest designers of the 20th century: Peter Carl Faberge, Louis Comfort Tiffany, and Rene Lalique. More then 300 objects, including some from the private collections of the royal houses of Britain and Monaco will be displayed.
Where: Cleveland Museum of Art
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through March 28, 2009
Ruralia Hungarica - Exhibit of Paintings of Hungarian Country Life
What: Glimpse into a bygone era with these scenes of Hungarian small town life.
Where: Hungarian Heritage Museum, Galleria at Erieview, 1309 E 9th St., Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: free

January 4, 2009
Li'l Wayne
What: See the popular Hip Hop star perform.
Where: Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Time: 7pm
Cost: Varies

January 5, 2009
AC/DC
What: Hear the classic rock and roll band in concert
Where: Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Time: 8pm
Cost: Varies

January 9, 2009
Tremont Art Walk
What: Enjoy strolling among Tremont's many art galleries
Where: Around Tremont
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Cost: Free

January 9, 2008
Jerry Seinfeld
What: See the popular comedian perform.
Where: Playhouse Square, Cleveland
Time: 7pm
Cost: Varies

January 9 - February 1, 2009
Around the World in 80 Days
What: See the stage version of the classic Jules Verne tale.
Where: Cleveland Play House, 8500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

January 10, 2009
Hockey, Hoops, and Hats
What: Go out and see the Lake Erie Monsters hockey team and meet Cavs team members, Daniel Gibson and J J Hickson at a pre-game autograph session. Plus, the first 5000 fans receive a free hat.
Where: Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Time: 730pm; autograph session starts at 630pm
Cost: Varies

January 13, 2009
Dancing with the Stars Tours
What: See all your favorite dancers from this season and previous seasons perform.
Where: Wolstein Center, CSU
Time: 730pm
Cost: $49.50 - $223

January 13 - 25, 2009
Frost and Nixon
What: See Stacy Keach perform in the historical drama.
Where: Palace Theater, Playhouse Square, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

January 16 - 18, 2009
Ohio Design Center Annual Public Sale
What: The Ohio Design Center opens 16 of its showrooms to the public during this annual sale.
Where: Ohio Design Centre, 23533 Mercantile Blvd., Beachwood
Time: Friday 5pm - 8pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 11am - 4pm
Cost: $5

January 16 - 25, 2009
Cleveland Boat and Waterfront Lifestyle Expo
What: See dozens of boats and accessories.
Where: Cleveland I-X Center
Time: Varies
Cost: Adults $12, Seniors $11, under 12 free

January 16 - February 7, 2009
Doubt
What: See the drama, recently made into a movie, about a Catholic school in the 1960s.
Where: Chagrin Valley Little Theater, Chagrin Falls
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

January 16 - February 22, 2009
Art & Science of Botanical Illustrations
What: Examine a variety of classic botanical prints, sponsored by the Cleveland Institute of Art.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden, University Circle, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Free with museum admission ($7.50 for adults; $3 for children 3-12)

January 18, 2009
Today's Bride Show
What: See dozens of bridal vendors in this show sponsored by the popular bridal magazine.
Where: Cleveland I-X Center
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

January 18 - 25, 2009
2009 US Figure Skating Championships
What: See eight days of passion, thrills, and drama as the best skaters in the nation compete.
Where: Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

January 20, 2009
Inauguration Ball
What: Join friends and the staff at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in celebrating the inauguration of our next president; dress is formal, but fun. Appetizers and Champagne will be served.
Where: Joseph-Beth Booksellers, Legacy Village, Lyndhurst
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Cost: $40 per person; $70/couple; call 216 691-7000 for information and reservations.

January 23, 2009
Chad and Jeremy
What: Hear the popular 60s duo perform.
Where: The Winchester Music Hall, 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood
Time: 8pm
Cost: Varies

January 23 - February 15, 2009
A House without Walls
What: See this drama, set in Philadelphia, by Thomas Gibbons
Where: Karamu House Theater
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

January 24, 2009
Painesville Chili Cookoff and Winter Carnival
What: Sample--or cook--chili as well as enjoy ice carvings, frisbee golf, nordic skiing, and kids crafts.
Where: Painsville Square and Victoria Place in downtown Painesville.
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Cost: free; $10 to compete in the chili cookoff; call 440 392-5912 to register to cook.

A reasonable effort is made to make sure all event information is accurate, but times and events are subject to change.

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