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Donauschwaben’s German-American Beer & Brats
5 - 10 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

BMM 2025 Maitri Melava
Severance Music Center

BMM 2025 Maitri Melava – a spectacular 3-day celebration of Marathi culture, music, and community - hosted by the *North East Ohio Marathi Mandal

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Parade the Circle
10 AM
Circle Village on Wade Oval

The Cleveland Museum of Art’s (CMA) Parade the Circle, the beloved tradition celebrating art, culture, and community, returns on Saturday, June 14. The 33rd annual parade takes place in University Circle and features vibrant and imaginative costumes, towering puppets, floats, and intricately crafted masks. This year’s theme, “Magical Allure: A Vibrant Celebration of the Snowy Owl,” addresses the wisdom and exploration we undertake while undergoing the process of change. The CMA invites everyone to celebrate this mystical messenger, a creature that enchants us with its ethereal presence and silent flight.

Conceived by acclaimed artist Héctor Castellanos Lara, who leads the parade for the third consecutive year, this year’s theme reflects the fact that big changes in our lives are imminent and that, as we search for answers, we undergo a process of deep exploration, seeking awareness and spiritual guidance.

Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in interactive activities offered by esteemed institutions from the area, such as the Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Music Settlement. Attendees can also enjoy culinary delights from local vendors and listen to Councilman Conwell & The Footprints live on the Kulas Stage. Curious about an artist’s process? New this year, attendees can engage with a selection of parade artists on Wade Oval following the event. Come prepared with questions for artists and see costumes and floats up close! The fun continues until 4:00 p.m.

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Family Friendly Crafts Workshop
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center
2800 Archwood Ave

Join us for a free, family-friendly craft night all about honoring the everyday heroes who lift us up—dads, tíos, big brothers, grandpas, coaches, mentors… whoever your superhero is! Make colorful cards, cool lizard keychains, and fun gifts that show your love and appreciation for the awesome men in your life.

Juneteenth Culture Fest
11 AM - 6 PM
Cain Park
Cleveland Heights

Noche de Bohemia: “Suspiros del alma”
Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant
27099 Bagley Rd, Olmsted Township

The city will dress in elegance for an unforgettable event that celebrates music, art, and refined ambiance: “Noche de Bohemia: Suspiros del Alma” ("Sighs of the Soul"). Organized by Conversan2 Podcast and proudly supported by Vida Latina Magazine, this exclusive event will take place at the warm and stylish Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant, located at 27099 Bagley Rd, Olmsted Township, OH 44138. With a limited-capacity setting, the evening will feature a live performance by the talented Hiram Martinez, who will captivate the audience with his guitar and a soulful repertoire. The night will be hosted by the charismatic Haguit Zahava. Due to limited seating, please email us to reserve your spot. Don’t miss out — this night promises to be unforgettable. conversan2cleveland@gmail.com

German-American Father's Day Car Show
7:45 AM - 3 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

Greek Cultural Garden Reception
5:30 PM
Greek Cultural Garden
1000 East Blvd.

Tibetan Buddhist Monk Tour
See below

Juneteenth
10 AM - 3 PM
African American Cultural Garden
MLK and St Clair

St. Demetrios Greek Festival
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
22909 Center Ridge Rd. Rocky River

Delicious Greek Food, Pastry and Beverages. Nightly Live Folk Dances & Music.

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Juneteenth at St. Agnes/Our Lady of Fatima
10 AM - 3 PM
St. Agnes/Our Lady of Fatima Parish
6800 Lexington

All are invited to the annual Juneteenth celebration 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 19 at St. Agnes/Our Lady of Fatima Parish. Bishop Martin Amos, retired bishop of Davenport, Iowa, will celebrate Mass at 10 a.m. A family picnic with games and other activities will follow. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of the African American slaves in Texas, as proclaimed by Major Gen. Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865.

Juneteenth Documentary Screening and Director Q & A
6 PM
Moore Counseling
22639 Euclid Ave. in Euclid

Join Euclid Public Library at the Shore Cultural Centre (Room 41) for a special Juneteenth screening of Stone Mountain on June 19 at 6:00 pm. This award-winning 2024 documentary explores life in the shadow of the world's largest Confederate monument. The film captures the voices of antiracist activists, community members, and Klansmen as they confront the region's complex legacy. Filmed over five years during a time of national reckoning, Stone Mountain follows a Black-majority community in Georgia as it unearths its history and shapes its future. Winner of the U.S. Competition Grand Jury Prize at DOC NYC 2024, this documentary offers an intimate, thought-provoking portrait of a community grappling with America's troubled past. Following the screening, director Daniel Newell Kaufman will join us for a brief Q&A session. Snacks and light refreshments will be available. Registration is required for this free event.

Cleveland History Days At Bohemian National Hall
4 - 6:30 PM
Bohemian National Hall
4939 Broadway Ave.

Estonian Vöidupüha -Jaanipäeva
2 PM
Estonian Cultural Garden
1170 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd

Võidupüha (Victory Day) is a public holiday in Estonia which occurs on June 23. The holiday has been celebrated since 1934 and marks the victory of Estonia and neighboring Latvia in the Battle of Cesis against the Baltische Landeswehr on June 23, 1919.

Hungarian Festival
Gates open at Noon
12027 Abbott Rd.
Hiram OH 44234

Liszt Concert in Hungarian Garden
4 PM
Hungarian Cultural Garden - Upper
1070 East Blvd.

Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
19201 E. Bagley Road

The Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival highlights the traditional dance, music and athletics of the ancient highland games while celebrating the cultural of the Celtic nations. This event is for the enjoyment of all Scots and friends as well as to introduce the Scottish Arts and traditions to the community.

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Lithuanian Song Festival
Cleveland Music Hall

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Annual Serbian Cultural Garden Golf Outing
Details below

This year’s Annual Serbian Golf Outing is scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course and the dinner (for golfers and non-golfers) at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church in Broadview Heights. The Serbian Golf Outing is the one and only fundraiser held annually to support the Serbian Cultural Garden. As we approach the summer months, there will be continued maintenance, growth and expansion in the Serbian Garden that can only be accomplished through your generous donations and funding.

St. Paul Greek Festival
4548 Wallings Rd.
North Royalton

4 PM - 10 PM Thursday. 11 AM - 11 PM Friday & Saturday. 11 AM - 7 PM Sunday. Join us for a great weekend of authentic Greek food, traditional entertainment, and much more!

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Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds

For over four decades, Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival has celebrated Irish heritage with great Irish bands, step dancers, children's activities, plays, food & exhibits.

FESTIVAL TIMES: Friday: 5:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday: 1:00pm to 11:00pm, Sunday: 1:00pm to 10:00pm (Mass will be celebrated at 11:30am)

ADMISSION: Tickets are $20 per person, and are available for purchase online, as well as from ticket booths at both the Bagley and Eastland Road gates.

Polish Picnic
Noon - 10 PM
Polish American Cultural Center
6501 Lansing Ave, Cleveland

Get ready for a day filled with delicious homemade Polish cuisine, a cash bar featuring iimported Polish beers, and fantastic raffle baskets with a Polish theme. Enjoy live music by Tom Katrenich Orchestra and DJ Bryan Palacz from the "Polish Freight and Music Company" radio station. Families will love the Children's Activity Area, and don't forget our annual Picnic Raffle, where you could win $1,000, $250, or $100! Join us in celebrating Polish culture-wear your white and red, and we'll see you at the Polish Picnic 2025!

BACC Passport Professionals
5:30 - 8 PM
Edgewater Beach House
7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway Cleveland

This casual, high-energy evening is the perfect chance to connect with fellow expats, international professionals, and members of the global business community right here in Cleveland. Whether you’re new to the U.S., recently relocated, or a seasoned professional with international ties, this is your space to share stories, spark ideas, and grow your network in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Hosted by the BACC, this event is completely free—so bring a friend and come enjoy great conversations, a vibrant crowd, and a fun evening at one of Cleveland’s favorite spots.

Serbian Festival

Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Cathedral
6306 Broadview Road, Parma

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Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Festival
Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral
3352 Mayfield Road, Cleveland Heights

We invite you to join us to learn more about our community, the Orthodox Christian Faith, and Greek culture. Experience authentic Greek food, live Greek music, church tours, and performances by our Hellenic Dancers. Immerse yourself in the sites and sounds (and delicious smells) of an ancient culture with a deep history and beautiful traditions.

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Taste of St. Casimir
See below
St. Casimir Church
8223 Sowinski Ave. Cleveland

Come and enjoy a wide variety of the best homemade Polish food in Cleveland along with live entertainemnt, raffles, church tours, desserts and plenty of wonderful liquids to quence your thirst.

Saturday 3 - 9PM. Sunday 11L30 - 6PM

Opera in the Italian Cultural Garden
6 - 7:30 PM
Italian Cultural Garden
990 East Blvd. Cleveland

Beautiful music from Opera, Broadway & Italian songs. The Cleveland Opera & Cleveland Ballet Theater in the enchanting Renaissance Garden. TICKETS ON SALE NOW - (sells out each year). Reserved Seating in Front of Stage $33.00. Lawn area Free admission. Free Wine Tastings: Little Italy Wines. Questions, please call: 216.916.7780. Free parking - Restrooms on site. Michael White School lot - Parkgate Ave. near garden. East Blvd. Across from the garden. Cars ticketed if parked on wrong side of street. Family friendly - bring a picnic! This free performance is presented as part of the Italian Cultural Garden Foundation's "Viva! La Cultura Italiana" cultural series.

Saint Maron Church Summer Feast
7800 Brookside Rd. Independence

August 8th: 5-9 pm
August 9th: 12-10 pm
August 10th: 12-7 pm

German Sommer Oktoberfest
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

Buckeye Rd. Nationality Reunion
11 AM - 6 PM
Hungarian Cultural Center of NE Ohio
12027 Abbot Rd. Hiram

One World Day
11 AM - 6 PM
Cleveland Cultural Gardens

Donauschwaben’s German-American Beer & Brats
5 - 10 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

Kirchweihfest mit Tag der Donauschwaben
12:30 - 1:30 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

Christkindlmarkt
6 - 7 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

Krampusfest
6 - 11 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

Weihnachtsfeier (German Christmas Party)
2 - 4 PM
Donauschwaben’s German-American Cultural Center
7370 Columbia Road Olmsted Twp

5th Annual WSIAC GOAT
West Side Irish American Club
8559 Jennings Rd, Olmsted Twp

Save the Date for the 5th annual Greatest Irish Weekend of all time - the GOAT.