This is a big weekend for Cleveland! You’ll surely want to check out some of the great films playing at the Cleveland International Film Festival, and you want want to miss the Little Italy Spring Art Walk featuring wine tasting, art galleries, shops, and more. There’s plenty of other events going on this weekend, including some fun stuff for the little ones! As always, leave us a comment if we’ve missed anything!

Cleveland International Film Festival

Wednesday, April 3 – Sunday, April 14, 2013

Times Vary

Tower City Cinemas

230 W Huron Road Cleveland, OH 44113

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The Cleveland International Film Festival is in it’s 37th year, and with its 178 feature films and 164 short subject films, there’s surely something for everyone. The films will be showing at Tower City Cinemas and tickets can be purchased online here.

Flexspace Friday at LaunchHouse

Friday, April 5, 2013

9:00 a.m.

Shaker LaunchHouse

3558 Lee Road Shaker Heights, OH 44120

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Do you run a home-based business? Then this is a great opportunity to get out and enjoy all of LaunchHouse’s entrepreneur-friendly amenities for free! They’ll be offering unlimited coffee, free wi-fi, networking opportunities, flexible workstations, dry erase boards, ping pong, and more. If you’d like to check out this event, you’ll want to RSVP online here.

Little Italy Spring Art Walk

Friday, April 5 – Sunday, April 7, 2013

Friday & Saturday Noon – 9:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Little Italy Cleveland

Cleveland, OH 44106

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Come out and enjoy the nearly spring-like weather this weekend at the Little Italy Spring Art Walk. Check out local art galleries, shops, wine tastings, restaurants, and more this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Murray Hill. Click here for more information!

1964 the Tribute

Friday, April 5, 2013

7:30 p.m.

PlayhouseSquare

1501 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115

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Music and magic combines during 1964 the Tribute to recreate an authentic Beatles concert complete with instruments and costumes. Tickets for this event are between $10 and $30 and can be purchased online here.

IX Indoor Amusement Park

Friday, March 22 – Sunday, April 14, 2013

Hours Vary

IX Center

6200 Riverside Drive Cleveland, OH 44135

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It’s that time of year again! Grab the kids and head out to the IX Indoor Amusement Park at the IX Center this weekend for over 20 acres of rides, games, food, and attractions. General admission for those over 48″ in height is $21.99, under 48″ get in for $18. Learn more about ticket pricing here, or grab yours today at Marc’s.

Opening Day at Shaker Square!

Saturday, April 6, 2013

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

North Union Farmers Market

13212 Shaker Square, Suit 302 Cleveland, OH 44120

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North Union Farmers Market at Shaker Square is opening April 6th at 8am for its 19th season. Eastbound and westbound Shaker Boulevard will be filled with spring products straight from Ohio farms, fresh and local just for you! Click here to learn more!

Lakewood Public Library Book Sale

Saturday, April 6, 2013

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Lakewood Public Library

15425 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, OH 44107

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This Saturday, the Lakewood Public Library will be holding their spring book sale from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be many gently used books, videos, music CDs, magazines, and more for sale, with revenue to benefit the Lakewood Public Library. For more information, call 216-226-8275.

Eddy “The Chief” Clearwater and Band in Concert

Saturday, April 6, 2013

9:00 p.m.

The Winchester

12112 Madison Avenue Cleveland, OH 44107

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A Chicago legend, Eddy “The Chief” Clearwater is an intense, flamboyant blues-rocking showman. He’s equally comfortable playing the deepest, most heartfelt blues or rocking, good-time party music. Check him out this Saturday at The Winchester. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased the day of show or in advance by credit card over the phone by calling 216-226-5681.

Melt Bar & Grilled Late Shift – Caddyshack

Saturday, April 6, 2013

Midnight

Cedar Lee Theatre

2163 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

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If you’re looking for an affordable night out, why not head out to Cedar Lee Theatre for a showing of Caddyshack! Tickets are just $5 and are on sale at the box office or online here. Of course, there’s more than just a movie involved–Melt is whipping up a special Caddyshack-themed sandwich for the weekend. Check out one of the Melt locations and enjoy a Bushwood Clubhouse Melt and wash it all down with a It’s No Big Deal! Martini. Learn more about Melt’s weekend specials here.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic

Sunday, April 7, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Quicken Loans Arena

1 Center Court Cleveland, OH 44115

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If you haven’t checked out a Cavs game yet this season, now is as good a time as any! Ticket prices start at just $10 and can be purchased online here.

Kathy Griffin at PlayhouseSquare

Sunday, April 7, 2013

7:00 p.m.

PlayhouseSquare State Theatre

1519 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115

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Still unplugged, uncensored and unafraid to dish on any celebrity, comedienne Kathy Griffin’s rapid-fire wit and get-real comic observations have garnered her two Emmys & 8 nominations, two Grammy nods and landed her on the New York Times Bestseller List for A Memoir According to Kathy Griffin. Tickets start at just $10.00 and can be purchased online here.