Cleveland is roaring into life this summer with some fantastic events and festivals taking place, plus the opening of a beautiful, refurbished historic hotel.
Take a look and book your visit to Cleveland, Ohio for your best summer experience.
WWE® SummerSlam® Cleveland (Aug. 3)
For the first time since August 1996, Cleveland will host WWE® SummerSlam®. This premium live event will take over the city with a stacked weekend schedule. Fans have the chance to sit ringside for all the exhilarating moments including Friday Night SmackDown at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, WWE Superstar appearances, photo opportunities and a variety of fan and community events in the days before and after.
Cleveland National Air Show (Aug. 31-Sept. 2)
More than 100,000 spectators are expected along Lake Erie’s shore to experience the thrilling sights and deafening roar of the best in aviation spectacle – one of the oldest annual air shows in the country – at Burke Lakefront Airport. The legendary U.S. Navy Blue Angels will put jet fighters through a choreographed performance at high speeds, and the whole family can browse a selection of food, crafts and a variety of aviation-related exhibits.
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Two historic Grand Canyon Railway ALCO locomotives have been added to the fleet of unique train rides offered to the public through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The purchase is part of the railroad’s $3 million Leading The Way Locomotive Fleet capital campaign in support of its mission to become the largest collection of preserved ALCO locomotives in the country.
Cleveland Metroparks Summer Concert Series (June 12-Aug. 17)
Every week in the height of summer, top local bands will perform at six of the most iconic waterfront destinations of the Cleveland Metroparks. Guests can enjoy live music and food and drinks with the series’ happy hour, beer garden and local food trucks.
The Cleveland Orchestra’s Blossom Music Festival (June 21-Sept. 27)
One of the finest outdoor music venues in the country hosts what many would consider to be one of the best orchestras in the world for the summer. Guests can sit under the open sky to enjoy the music of cinematic masterpieces, classical and American favorites, romantic concerts or family-friendly extravaganzas. Headline events include the music of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (Aug. 2-3)
Rock Hall Live (July 19-Aug. 23)
A live music experience at the heart of rock & roll, Rock Hall Live is not to be missed. Headliners this year include All Time Low (celebrating 20 years of hits and their recent reunion), Sleater-Kinney and Boys Like Girls. Tickets can be purchased for the show alone or to also include entry to the Museum. And for even more music, visitors can check out the Live and Local free concert series or free Rock the Block community days. RESTAURANT & BAR OPENINGS
Re-opening of the Hotel Cleveland
The Hotel Cleveland officially re-opened in June as a showcase entry in Marriott’s Autograph Collection, following an impressive $90 million restoration and a decade of planning. Property-wide, stunning new interior design is beautifully featured in 491 guest rooms, including 50 suites, and a sophisticated new lobby retaining historic features. Its 59,000 square feet of meeting space includes 30 distinctive spaces and three ballrooms. Two new restaurants fully embrace the Cleveland spirit, including Maker, an upmarket restaurant and lounge with shareable dishes and artisanal craft cocktails, and Mowrey’s, named for the 1814 tavern and inn that sat on the site and offering a la carte American-style breakfast favourites with Cleveland twists.
Aer Lingus fly non-stop direct to Cleveland, Ohio four times a week – www.aerlingus.com
For more information on Cleveland – www.thisiscleveland.com
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