
The holiday spirit is in full swing in Cleveland this weekend—so many Christmas-themed happenings! Some of the highlights include Rozi’s 5th Annual Christmas Beer and Wine Tasting event, the I-X Christmas Connection, and the Gift of Lights Grand Opening Weekend just to name a few.
Rozi’s 5th Annual Christmas Beer & Wine Tasting
Friday, November 18
6pm–8pm
Rozi’s Wine House
14900 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107
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This 5th annual event at Rozi’s in Lakewood will be featuring 14 Christmas beers (all on tap) and 10 different wines to sample from, and will also include a variety of snacks and appetizers. Beers include Southern Tier 2XMAS, Troegs Mad Elf, Dark Horse 4 Elf, Avery Old Jubilation, and Thirsty Dog 12 Dogs just to name a few. Click here for the full beer and wine list. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased here.
Cavs vs. Detroit Pistons
Friday, November 18
7:30pm
Quicken Loans Arena
1 Center Ct, Cleveland, OH 44115
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The Cavs take on the Detroit Pistons this Friday at home. Tickets start at $26 and can be purchased online here.
Cleveland All-Stars Of Comedy
Friday, November 18
8pm
Hanna Theatre
2067 E 14th Street Cleveland, OH 44115
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The Cleveland All-Stars of Comedy show is taking place as part of the 2016 Cleveland Comedy Festival. This event features stand-up from some of the best Cleveland comedians including Jeff Blanchard (WNCX 98.5, Channel 19), Mike Paramore (2015 Cleveland Comedy Festival champion), Juanda Mayfield (Ohio’s Funniest Comedian Winner), Dave Arena (IDMYGD Podcast, Carolines’s in NY), and Bill Squire from WMMS 100.7 Alan Cox Show. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 day of show. Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets online.
IX Christmas Connection
Friday, November 18 – Sunday, November 20
10am–8pm Friday & Saturday, 10am–5pm Sunday
IX Center
One I-X Center Drive Cleveland, OH 44135
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Just in time to get you in the holiday spirit, the I-X Christmas Connection is back! This event features over 600 booths full of crafts and gifts, along with live entertainment, visits with Santa, and more. Kids 12 and under are free, general admission tickets are $12.99 each when purchased online. Click here to learn more.
Gift of Lights Grand Opening Weekend
Friday, November 18
5pm–10pm
Victory Park Ohio
7777 Victory Lane North Ridgeville, OH 44039
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This weekend marks the beginning of the Gift of Lights season, a family-friendly drive through holiday experience featuring 30+ lighting displays including a 100+ foot light tunnel. A portion of the proceeds will benefit University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s. Car passes purchased before Thanksgiving will be $15 (a $5 savings). Click here to learn more.
Creative Fusion Spectacular
Saturday, November 19
1pm–5pm
St. John’s Episcopal Church
2600 Church Avenue Cleveland, OH 44113
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This free event is a culmination of the Creative Fusion Cohort project and includes a trolley tour of the murals and public art pieces, family-friendly activities, local food and beverages, and more. Click here for full details.
Spectacle: Weekend Shopping
Saturday, November 19
11am–5pm
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland MOCA
11400 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44106
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SPECTACLE is the perfect way to kick off your holiday shipping this year! This MOCA event features a curated selection of the best that local artisans have to offer. The event is free and open to the public, but note that there is an admission fee for the galleries. Click here for full details.
Winter Wine & Ale Fest
Saturday, November 19
7pm–10pm
State Theatre at Playhouse Square
1519 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115
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The Winter Wine & Ale Fest put on by Downtown Cleveland Alliance is happening this Saturday in Playhouse Square’s State Theatre lobby. This event will feature beers and wines from over 30 local craft breweries and wineries, along with food tastings from a variety of Downtown Cleveland restaurants. Tickets are $55 each and include 20 tastings of wine or beer samples, unlimited food tastings, commemorative glass, and more. Click here for details and to purchase tickets online.
Crocker Park Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 19
5pm–7:30pm
Crocker Park
228 Market Street Westlake, OH 44145
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The holiday season is in full swing this weekend at Crocker Park! The annual Christmas tree lighting event will feature live music, entertainment, and more. Click here for full details.
Adult Swim: Christmas Ales & Ciders
Saturday, November 19
6pm–10pm
Greater Cleveland Aquarium
2000 Sycamore Street Cleveland, OH 44113
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The Greater Cleveland Aquarium is hosting their Annual Christmas Ale & Cider tasting event this Saturday. Tickets are $40 for non-pass holders ($30 for pass holders) and includes 20 samples, souvenir tasting glass, and aquarium admission. Click here for full details and to purchase tickets online.
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