There’s a lot happening this weekend in Cleveland, especially this Sunday, March 17 as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (check out our lengthy St. Patrick’s Day event list here). If you’re in the mood for live music, we certainly recommend checking out The Floorwalkers show at The Beachland Ballroom this Friday, or head on over to Muttfest!, an event held at The Foundry Concert Club to benefit the Cleveland Pet Society. If you’re looking for free entertainment, you won’t want to miss 78th Street Studios Third Fridays, an evening of art, music, and food. If we’ve missed something, be sure to let us know by leaving a comment below!

78th Street Studios Third Fridays

Friday, March 15, 2013

5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

78th Street Studios

1300 West 78th Street Cleveland, OH 44102

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Check out the 78th Street Studios Third Fridays this Friday, and enjoy an evening of art, food, and music. Parking is free, and there is no admission charge. Touch Supper Club gourmet food truck will be serving in the north parking lot.

Muttfest! A Benefit for the Cleveland Pet Society

Friday, March 15, 2013

6:00 p.m.

The Foundry Concert Club

11729 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107

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The Cleveland Pet Society is a donation-funded organization that saves 250+ dogs a year from kill shelters and abuse. The Foundry Concert Club is hosting a benefit this Friday to support the Cleveland Pet Society with bands including Against The Grain and My Life’s Burden, vendors including Anita’s Batty Boutique and Designs By Nicci, and plenty of other performers. Click here to see the full list of bands, vendors, and performers. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and tickets are $10 21+ and $13 for those under 21.

Last Call Cleveland

Friday, March 15 – Saturday, March 16, 2013

8:00 p.m.

PlayhouseSquare 14th Street Theatre

2037 East 14th Street Cleveland, OH 44115

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Last Call Cleveland, the local sketch comedy troupe made popular by their videos like Hastily Made Cleveland Tourism Video and Huge Group of Girls, will be performing this Friday and Saturday at PlayhouseSquare’s 14th Street Theatre. Tickets are $15 or $18 and can be purchased online here.

Hard Rock Rising Global Battle of the Bands

Friday, March 15, 2013

9:00 p.m.

Hard Rock Cafe Cleveland

230 W Huron Road Cleveland, OH 44113

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Check out this third installment of Hard Rock Cafe’s Global Battle of the Bands. Admission is $5 at the door to benefit The Make A Wish Foundation, and performs will include local bands Adam’s Ale, Heed the Call, and The Burning River Ramblers.

The Floorwalkers at Beachland Ballroom

Friday, March 15, 2013

9:00 p.m. (8:00 p.m. door)

The Beachland Ballroom & Tavern

15711 Waterloo Road Cleveland, OH 44110

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If you haven’t seen The Floorwalkers yet, you’re definitely missing out on some great live music! Check them out this Friday at The Beachland Ballroom as they take the stage, along with Thaddeus Anna Greene and Tom Evanchuck. This is sure to be a great show! Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased online here.

St. Malachi Run

Saturday, March 16, 2013

Packet pickup begins at 7:30 a.m.

St. Malachi Church

2459 Washington Avenue Cleveland, OH 44113

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St. Malachi Church is putting on the 33rd St. Malachi Run this Saturday to kick off St. Patrick’s Day! This event includes a two mile run/walk starting at 9:00 a.m. and a 5 mile run/walk starting at 9:45 a.m. Registration/packet pickup begins at 7:30 a.m. Click here to register or to learn more.

Nerdy Burlesque Revue

Saturday, March 16, 2013

9:00 p.m. (8:00 p.m. door)

The Beachland Ballroom & Tavern

15711 Waterloo Road Cleveland, OH 44110

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If you’re in the mood for something different, why not check out The Beachland Ballroom for the Nerdy Burlesque Revue featuring Fantasie D’Light, Bella Sin, Doll Bambino, Eliza Sidecar, and Ava Adore! Ticket prices are just $10 advance or $15.00 at the door. Purchase your tickets online here. 18+ only!

Lake Erie Monsters vs Toronto

Sunday, March 17, 2013

4:00 p.m.

Quicken Loans Arena

1 Center Court Cleveland, OH 44115

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Check out the Lake Erie Monsters this Sunday after the St. Patrick’s Day parade! They’ll be taking on the Toronto Marlies while wearing specialty St. Patrick’s Day themed jerseys. Tickets start at just $10 and are available online here.

2013 Cleveland St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Parade begins at intersection of Superior Avenue and East 18th Street

2:04 p.m.

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If you find yourself celebrating downtown, you most certainly don’t want to miss the 146th annual St. Patrick’s Day parade! The parade begins at 2:04 p.m. at the intersection of Superior Avenue and East 18th Street. This year’s estimated 13,000 marchers will take a two-mile route that will take them about two hours and fifteen minutes to complete.

Sunday, March 17, 2013 St. Patrick’s Day Cleveland

Don’t forget to check out our post featuring a roundup of some of Cleveland’s happenings this St. Patrick’s Day! Click here to view the full list of events.