September Events

September is the month of harvest festivals, apples, and the beginning of the Orchestra and theater seasons. Learn all about the interesting things to do this month. Below is a list (in date order) of exhibits, concerts, book signings, wine tastings, and more. The list is updated reguarly.

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

Through September 1, 2008
St. John Cantius Polish Festival
What: Enjoy traditional Polish food, live music and dancing, and fun.
Where: St. John Cantius Church, 906 College Ave., Tremont
Time: Friday, 5pm - 11pm; Saturday, 3pm - 11pm; Sunday 3pm - 10pm
Cost: free; call 216 781-9095 for information

Through September 1, 2008
Taste of Cleveland
What: Enjoy samples from 30 different area restaurants as well as live music, children's activities, and fun.
Where: Time-Warner Cable Amphitheater, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: $7 for adults; children under 12 are free

Through September 1, 2008
Labor Day Oktoberfest
What: Enjoy German food, music, dance, beer, shopping, and fun.
Where: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Berea
Time: Friday, 5pm - 11pm; Saturday and Sunday, noon - 11pm; Monday, noon - 9pm
Cost: Adults $8, Children 12 and under are free; free parking

Through September 1, 2008
Cleveland National Air Show
What: See the blue angels and other flying demonstrations as well as model planes and other aviation displays
Where: Burke Lakefront Airport
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through September 1, 2008
Geauga County Fair
What: See the animals, the rides, the food, and the music.
Where: Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 N Cheshire St., Burton
Time: 8am - midnight
Cost: Adults $6, Children 12 and under are free

Through September 7, 2008
Some Enchanted Evening
What: Enjoy an evening of music by Rodgers and Hammerstein.
Where: Huntington Playhouse, Bay Village
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through September 7, 2008
"Einstein"
What: Learn more about the man and his theories through interactive exhibits, manuscripts, and more.
Where: Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through September 7, 2008
Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter's Basilica
What: See one of the largest collections of art, documents, and other historically significant objects from the Vatican to tour North America.
Where: Western Reserve Historical Society
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through September 21, 2008
"Liverpool Life"
What: See this collection of photographs by Mike McCartney (Paul's brother), detailing the Liverpool music scene in the 1960s.
Where: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through September 28, 2008
Baseball Rocks
What: Explore the relationship between baseball and rock music.
Where: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through September 28, 2008
Frogs, Hogs, and Dogs
What: See exotic creatures from Puerto Rico, Australia, Panama, and other the world.
Where: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost: free with zoo admission.

Through October 19, 2008
Ohio Renaissance Festival
What: Enjoy Medieval food, entertainment, arts and crafts and children's activities.
Where: Harveysburg, Ohio
Time: 103am - 6pm
Cost: Adults $16.99, Children $9.99; call 513 897-7000 for details.

Through October 31, 2008
Great Garden Adventure at Stan Hywet
What: See more than 100 flowers and other whimsical creations made from recycled "junk," scattered throughout the Stan Hywet grounds. It's fun for kids and adults, alike.
Where: Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, 714 North Portage Path, Akron
Time: Tuesday - Sunday, 10am - 6pm (last admission is at 430pm)
Cost: Varies

Through November 30, 2008
Short and Sweet: Two Centuries of American Childhood
What: Explore two centuries of children's clothes, toys, furniture, and art in this unique exhibit about growing up in Northeast Ohio.
Where: Western Reserve Historical Society
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost: Varies

September 1, 2008
Western Reserve Academy Annual Antiques Show
What: See dozens of quality antiques dealers on the grounds of Western Reserve Academy.
Where: Western Reserve Academy, Hudson Ohio
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: $8; those under 18 are free.

September 4, 2008
American Idol Tour
What: See the top 10 finalists for 2008 perform live.
Where: Wolstein Center, CSU, Cleveland
Time: TBA
Cost: Varies

September 5, 2008
Richie Havens
See this classic musician perform.
Where: Playhouse Square
Time: 8pm
Cost: Varies

September 5, 2008
Cleveland Bar Hopper Tour
What: Let someone else do the driving as you explore Cleveland's nightspots. The tour includes free food at the starting point, free drinks on the bus, drink specials at 4-6 mystery stops, and all cover charges.
Where: Tour starts at House of Cues, 740 West Superior, Downtown Cleveland
Time: Registration begins at 630pm.
Cost: $29.51 per person. Visit the Cleveland Bar Hopper Web site to register.

September 5 - 8, 2008
Lake Erie Perch Fest
What: Enjoy live entertainment, celebrities, food, arts and crafts, and children's activities.
Where: Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park
Time: Varies
Cost: free

September 6, 2008
Lakewood Community Festival
What: Enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts, music, food, and fun.
Where: Madison Park, Madison between Clarence and Halstead Aves., Lakewood
Time: 11am - 5pm
Cost: free

September 12, 2008
Tremont Art Walk
What: Enjoy the many galleries of Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood at this monthly event.
Where: Tremont
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Cost: free

September 12 - October 5, 2008
The Glass Menagerie
What: See Tennessee Williams' classic drama performed.
Where: Cleveland Play House, 8500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

September 14, 2008
Ice Cube
What: See the popular rap artist perform.
Where: House of Blues, East Fourth Street, Cleveland
Time: 830pm
Cost: $30

September 16, 2008 - January 4, 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

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

^{(Last updated 8-29-08)}