There’s a lot going on this weekend in Cleveland, so get out there and do something fun! Some of this weekend’s recommendations include hiking with your pooch, enjoying an anti-Valentine’s Day art celebration, and checking out Bac in Tremont as it transforms into a hip hop dance club for Asian New Year’s Eve. Did we miss something awesome that’s going on? Leave a comment below and we’ll add it to our list!

The Great Big Home and Garden Show

Saturday, February 2, 2013 – Sunday, February 10, 2013

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Cleveland’s IX Center

6200 Riverside Drive Cleveland, OH 44135

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The Great Big Home and Garden Show is a great way to beat those winter blues! Enjoy over 650 exhibitors, a beautiful garden showcase, live demonstrations, and an amazing 4,000 square foot Idea Home. Check out our recent review for more information about the event, ticket pricing, and hours.

Amazin’ Cajun Crawdad Bash

Friday, February 8, 2013

8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Tremont West Development Corporation

2393 Professor Avenue Cleveland, OH 44113

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Celebrate the Tremont ArtWalk’s 20th anniversary this Friday at the Amazin’ Cajun Crawdad Bash! Tickets are $20 per person and the event includes Cajun cuisine from Zydeco Bistro, cash craft beer bar, and live music by Mo’Mojo. Only a few tickets are left; get yours here!

Cleveland Metroparks Dog Hike

Saturday, February 9, 2013

3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

North Chagrin Nature Center

3037 Som Center Road Willoughby, OH 44094

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Grab your four-legged friend and head out to the North Chagrin Nature Center for some doggy exercise and socialization. The hike will last just about an hour and a half, and you and your companion will be exploring the wooded trails. For more information, call 440-473-3370.

Cleveland Jazz Orchestra

Saturday, February 9, 2013

7:30 p.m.

Hanna Theatre

2067 East 14th Street Cleveland, OH 44115

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Enjoy a presentation of Jazz & Other Genres, Classic Tunes, and Contemporary Styles by the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra. Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased from the PlayhouseSquare website.

Happy Valentine’s Day, Jerk

Saturday, February 9, 2013

4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Good Goat Gallery

17012 Madison Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107

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Check out this anti-Valentine’s celebration at the Good Goat Gallery in Lakewood, a humorous look on the pits of love. Artists reception from 4:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m.

Asian New Years Eve at Bac

Saturday, February 9, 2013

11:00 p.m.

Bac

2661 West 14th Street Cleveland, OH 44113

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Check out Bac as it is transformed into a hip hop dance club in celebration of Asian New Year’s Eve. Bac will be decked out in Asian decorations, there will be free fortune cookies for all, and there will be a complimentary toast at midnight. Best of all, there’s no cover! Ages 21+ only.

Annual Reggae Brunch at Parkview Nite Club

Sunday, February 10, 2013

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Parkview Nite Club

1261 West 58th Street Cleveland, OH 44102

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Haven’t paid Parkview Nite Club a visit yet? What better way to experience this fun little dive than during their annual Reggae brunch featuring Carlos Jones and the P.L.U.S. band. Brunch runs from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m, but the music will be blasting until 8. Cover charge is just $5 per person.

Cavaliers Vs. Magic

Friday, February 8, 2013

7:30 p.m.

Quicken Loans Arena

1 Center Ct, Cleveland, OH 44115

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Cavaliers Vs. Nuggets

Saturday, February 9, 7:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Quicken Loans Arena

1 Center Ct, Cleveland, OH 44115

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Mark your calendars for these other upcoming February events!

Brite Winter Fest

Saturday, February 16, 2013

Ohio City Market District

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Check out this winter festival with a great music lineup. Sprinkled throughout Ohio City’s Market District, enjoy a free day of fun!

Winter Warmer Fest

Saturday, February 23, 2013

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Windows on the River

2000 Sycamore Street Cleveland, OH 44113

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Check out this annual craft beer showcase! A $35 ticket will get you a souvenir glass, 20 taste tickets for 4 oz. samples, 1 deli lunch ticket, and live entertainment by blues artist Austin Walkin’ Cane. Designated Driver tickets are available for $12 each and include 1 deli lunch ticket and a non-alcoholic beverage. Click here to get your tickets online.