Live Music and Vinyl Adventures in The Land
Expiration: Jan 31st 2025
If you’re the kind of person who eats, breathes and sleeps music, Cleveland deserves a top spot on your travel bucket list. After all, not only did Cleveland DJ Alan Freed popularize the term “rock 'n' roll,” but we were also the first city to embrace quintessential rockers like Bruce Springsteen and David Bowie, not to mention being the literal home of rock ‘n’ roll with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
So, it shouldn’t be much of a surprise that The Land offers live music nightly in historic venues featuring your new indie faves and national recording artists up and down the concert calendar, along with a plethora of record stores that’ll send you into vinyl nirvana.
With Live Music and Vinyl Adventures in The Land, you can rock out night after night and add to your record collection while earning points for exclusive Cleveland-branded prizes. With the 2023 re-launch of Destination Cleveland’s Experience Passports program, participants can accumulate points across all the passports* for a variety of Cleveland-branded prizes available for redemption within the Rewards tab of the passport.
What are you waiting for? Pull on your best concert attire and start filling up your passport today. Prizes will be picked up at the Cleveland Visitors Center at 334 Euclid Ave. All passport check-ins must be completed and all prizes must be picked up by January 31, 2025.
The heart of Rock & Roll beats stronger than ever in Cleveland. Get here, tune in and rock on.
*Excludes points earned for the Cleveland Brewery Passport
Included Venues
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B Side Lounge
In Grog Shop’s basement on the corner of Coventry and Euclid Heights, you’ll find B Side Lounge. Head underground for a quick drink or stay a while on the hidden patio listening to local DJs spin. Karaoke, trivia, ‘90s nights and drag bingo are just a few of the regular events to check out at this hidden gem of a music spot.
Badge - Green
Cleveland Badges are your ultimate pit stop. Picture this: a bench where you and your crew can kick back and soak in a view so perfectly curated it’s practically begging for a pic or two. Wondering how it plays the aforementioned music? Turn the oversized crank and the badge doesn’t just rock out; it also lights up. At East 3rd and Superior, the Green Badge sits at the base of the Cleveland’s 3rd tallest building, 200 Public Square.
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Badge - Orange
Cleveland Badges are your ultimate pit stop. Picture this: a bench where you and your crew can kick back and soak in a view so perfectly curated it’s practically begging for a pic or two. Wondering how it plays the aforementioned music? Turn the oversized crank and the badge doesn’t just rock out; it also lights up. At West 3rd and St. Clair, this bright Orange Badge is positioned between the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and the popular Warehouse District, which is lined with upscale restaurants and bars with a short walk to the Flats below.
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Badge - Red
Cleveland Badges are your ultimate pit stop. Picture this: a bench where you and your crew can kick back and soak in a view so perfectly curated it’s practically begging for a pic or two. Wondering how it plays the aforementioned music? Turn the oversized crank and the badge doesn’t just rock out; it also lights up. At Huron Road & Ontario Street, the Red Badge faces Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse's glass backdrop with its dramatic lighting displays.
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Beachland Ballroom & Tavern
Grab some friends and go rock out in the Waterloo Arts District. Beachland’s 20+-year history has brought touring musicians and local favorites to the stage along with special events like burlesque revues, flea markets and festivals. For a more intimate vibe, listen to acts in the cozy confines of the Tavern. For larger gatherings, the party moves to the Ballroom.
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BOP STOP @ The Music Settlement
For sensational performances and breathtaking views of Lake Erie, head to The Music Settlement’s listening room: Bop Stop. A ticket purchase not only means you’ll get to hear local favorites and renowned acts, but you’ll also be supporting The Music Settlement community. From the floor to the tiered seating, there isn’t a bad seat in the house. BOP STOP at The Music Settlement is Cleveland's premier listening room: an intimate, acoustically pristine performance venue with sweeping views of Lake Erie.
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Bright Nights Series at Superior Hill Overlook
Every second Saturday evening May through October, we celebrate the longer days of summer by popping up at a new spot monthly. Feel free to stop by on your way to dinner or a show, grab a drink at the bar, and listen to live music in a unique area of downtown!
CODA
This irreverent and intimate music venue sits in the basement of Tremont staple Dante Next Door. Between the punk vibes of the graffiti-covered stage and the local talent presenting at open mics, there’s not really a bad night to go, especially considering you can always get a drink. Live music multiple nights a week featuring both local and touring acts, collective night open mic every Wednesday.
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E 4th Street
With its strings of overhead light bulbs, patio seating and ever-present street life, pedestrian-friendly East 4th Street exudes a come-hither draw that's hard to ignore. Dine at creative culinary spots by celebrity chefs, drink hand-crafted cocktails or grab a local brew before or after a concert at House of Blues or Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
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Gigs on the Green at Voinovich Park
Grab a blanket and welcome the sounds and sights of summer with our free weekly Wednesday night concert series running from June through September, 5:30-8:30pm! Shifting locations throughout downtown every month, experience Cleveland’s warm summer nights while listening to cool local bands. Take in the impressive Cleveland Skyline and summer breeze of the lake while enjoying an evening of live music.
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Grog Shop
The Grog Shop truly embodies “eclectic,” just like the Coventry neighborhood it inhabits. You can expect a packed house with tons of energy at any show you attend, any night of the week. Local acts share the same stage as national headliners and bands from across the globe, from internationally-known hip hop artists and indie rockers to psychedelic legends.
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Happy Dog
The best shows from up-and-coming original artists at Cleveland's favorite independent, locally-owned venue, with over 500 bands a year from across the city, and around the world.
“New Yorkers blow millions trying to make a new place look this authentic…” John Petkovic, Cleveland Plain Dealer
“New Yorkers blow millions trying to make a new place look this authentic…” John Petkovic, Cleveland Plain Dealer
Harmonies - Acoustic Guitar
The three Harmonies Sculptures, on display until the Inductions Ceremony, showcase Cleveland’s musical spirit with a touch of interactive fun. Check out the vintage speaker cluster outside Progressive Field, the guitar slide nestled on the green in front of the Rock Hall and the classic Cleveland guitar stationed outside Huntington Bank Field. These sculptures are your chance to interact with your favorite inductee and snap a photo of your most epic rock move — because nothing says “I love Cleveland” like a selfie with a giant guitar.
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Harmonies - Boom Box
The three Harmonies Sculptures, on display until the Inductions Ceremony, showcase Cleveland’s musical spirit with a touch of interactive fun. Check out the vintage speaker cluster outside Progressive Field, the guitar slide nestled on the green in front of the Rock Hall and the classic Cleveland guitar stationed outside Huntington Bank Field. These sculptures are your chance to interact with your favorite inductee and snap a photo of your most epic rock move — because nothing says “I love Cleveland” like a selfie with a giant guitar.
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Harmonies - Guitar Slide
The three Harmonies Sculptures, on display until the Inductions Ceremony, showcase Cleveland’s musical spirit with a touch of interactive fun. Check out the vintage speaker cluster outside Progressive Field, the guitar slide nestled on the green in front of the Rock Hall and the classic Cleveland guitar stationed outside Huntington Bank Field. These sculptures are your chance to interact with your favorite inductee and snap a photo of your most epic rock move — because nothing says “I love Cleveland” like a selfie with a giant guitar.
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House of Blues Cleveland
With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, custom menus and mixology, our unique 65,000 square-foot venue stays true to the traditional Southern House of Blues style accented with small décor elements celebrating Cleveland’s history. The historic Grand Lobby serves as the perfect entryway to the Music Hall and Cambridge Room, both of which serve to bring fans as close as possible to legendary artists and create once in a lifetime experiences.
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Jacobs Pavilion
Cleveland’s a music town and Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica is where you’ll find loads of Clevelanders bopping their heads all summer. Catch an outdoor show by big-name musical acts while watching the massive barges and other watercraft journey down the river, all against the gorgeous city skyline.
Late Nite Records
New(ish) to toen, Late Nite Records overtook Tremont with owner Allen Wagner’s extensive record collection. Its name comes from the store’s night owl schedule – only open after work hours during the week then starting at noon on weekends. Stock up on rock and psychedelic records while enjoying events like the occasional concert or release party.
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Lunch in the Lane at Lighthouse Park in Warehouse District
Grab lunch from your favorite takeout spot or brownbag from home and join us every Thursday as we take over a lane downtown! Part of our Tunes @ Noon series, we will have tables and chairs, yard games, and live music to give you a much-needed lunchtime break from Noon-1:30pm.
Memorial Monday at Fort Huntington Park
Every Monday in May through September, head to Fort Huntington Park between 11:30 and 1:30pm for food trucks and music amongst the memorials.
Music Box Supper Club
This Cleveland concert spot offers a killer night out with two floors of performance spaces and a restaurant. Dine on a classic burger, tacos or a vegan bowl with anything from funk to folk playing in the background. Head outside for some fresh air and the club’s waterfront views and rooftop deck make the venue an idyllic Cleveland staple.
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No Class
Take a cool dive bar and toss in up-and-coming/experimental music, two stages (and one in the basement), some amazing vegan fare and a solid punk vibe. The result: No Class.
Pickwick & Frolic Restaurant and Club
The whole dinner-and-a-show thing has never been quite this hilarious. Part restaurant, part martini bar and part comedy venue thanks to Hilarities 4th Street Theater, Pickwick & Frolic provides all-in-one fun inside the former Euclid Avenue Opera House. True to form, the restaurant provides an array of options including gluten-free, vegan and pure carnivore.
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Pop Ups at US Bank Plaza in Playhouse Square
Grab your friends and coworkers and head to US Bank Plaza in Playhouse Square every Tuesday for lunchtime live music. As part of our Tunes @ Noon series, Pop-Ups on US Bank Plaza are fun and unique lunch experiences to enhance your Downtown workday and lifestyle.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
When you visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, you and your companions aren’t going to agree on everything. It happens all the time — you enter as friends, you leave as … friends who can’t decide if Pearl Jam is more or less worthy of inclusion than, say, Journey. Visitors can expect to see one of the most impressive collections of memorabilia ever assembled — like John Lennon’s guitar or Jam Master Jay’s gold chains — as well as a number of temporary, traveling installations throughout the year. Special concert events are essential, like their popular outdoor summer concert series.
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Rock Box - Blue
You might have noticed those colorful boxes along E. 9th St. that randomly decide to blast music at you. They’re called Rock Boxes, Cleveland’s way of sneakily bringing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame right into the heart of downtown. Each of these seven clusters of custom speakers is unique, so no two are alike in color, height or number of speakers. (E. 9th and Bolivar)
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Rock Box - Green
You might have noticed those colorful boxes along E. 9th St. that randomly decide to blast music at you. They’re called Rock Boxes, Cleveland’s way of sneakily bringing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame right into the heart of downtown. Each of these seven clusters of custom speakers is unique, so no two are alike in color, height or number of speakers. (E. 9th and St. Clair)
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Rock Box - Grey
You might have noticed those colorful boxes along E. 9th St. that randomly decide to blast music at you. They’re called Rock Boxes, Cleveland’s way of sneakily bringing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame right into the heart of downtown. Each of these seven clusters of custom speakers is unique, so no two are alike in color, height or number of speakers. (E. 9th and Lakeside)
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Rock Box - Orange
You might have noticed those colorful boxes along E. 9th St. that randomly decide to blast music at you. They’re called Rock Boxes, Cleveland’s way of sneakily bringing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame right into the heart of downtown. Each of these seven clusters of custom speakers is unique, so no two are alike in color, height or number of speakers. (E. 9th and Rockwell)
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Rock Box - Purple
You might have noticed those colorful boxes along E. 9th St. that randomly decide to blast music at you. They’re called Rock Boxes, Cleveland’s way of sneakily bringing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame right into the heart of downtown. Each of these seven clusters of custom speakers is unique, so no two are alike in color, height or number of speakers. (E. 9th near Rapid Station)
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Rock Box - Red
You might have noticed those colorful boxes along E. 9th St. that randomly decide to blast music at you. They’re called Rock Boxes, Cleveland’s way of sneakily bringing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame right into the heart of downtown. Each of these seven clusters of custom speakers is unique, so no two are alike in color, height or number of speakers. (E. 9th and Euclid)
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Symphony at Sunset at Voinovich Park
Pack a picnic and head to North Coast Harbor on Sunday evenings in August from 7-8:30pm to experience the remarkable OPUS 216 ensemble. Wrap up your weekend and join an ever changing lineup of the most talented musicians in the city, while the sun sets over Lake Erie.
TempleLive at Cleveland Masonic
Built in 1921, the Cleveland Masonic has hosted a wide range of performances on its three different stages. Located in Historic Midtown, TempleLive features a 2500 cap auditorium, 500 cap room, and 250 cap concert club. With renowned acoustics and breathtaking architecture, TempleLive has hosted a variety of artists such as MGMT, The 1975, Pixies, Elle King, Gov't Mule, Leon Bridges, and Snarky Puppy.
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The Brothers Lounge
Having been around for over 60 years, The Brothers Lounge is an iconic music venue in The Land. Blues and jazz are staples here, but there are other genres thrown into the mix as well. Don’t forget to try their seasonally inspired eats with a modern culinary flair and grab a drink or two – or three – at The Pub.
The Current Year Records and Tapes
If you’re looking for the rarest of the rare records and imports, run – don’t walk – to The Current Year in nearby Parma. For listeners with eclectic tastes, you can find everything from exotica to shoegaze in addition to the classics. They also buy vinyl if you’re trying to tidy up your collection.
The Flats at East Bank
Home to FWD Day + Nightclub, close to Huntington Bank Field and across the river from Jacobs Pavilion, no night on the Cuyahoga River is complete without a trip to the east bank of The Flats. Grab a bite at Lago, Sora or Alley Cat Oyster Bar, or sing your lungs out to tunes at Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar before dancing the night away at Good Night John Boy.
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The Foundry Concert Club
Billed simply as "a concert club, bar and grill," The Foundry is known for its diverse events, serving up delicious food and hosting intimate performances from local to national artists. You're as likely to see a punk or metal show as you are to participate in Emo Night or Last Call Trivia.
The Winchester Music Tavern
The Winchester Music Tavern in Lakewood continues to reverberate the sweet sounds of rock and roll after a multitude of ownership and name changes. One thing remains the same: you’re going to hear some of the best indie, local and under-the-radar bands around. It also hosts legendary brunches every Saturday and Sunday featuring themed music programming and frequent drag brunches.
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Treelawn Social Club
Newcomer Treelawn Social Club is shaking up the Waterloo Arts District with jazz, improv, craft brews and comfort food. While the club is named after the Clevelanders’ term for that grassy area between the sidewalk and curb, this isn’t a shady space. This vibrant social club will make way for a music hall – yet another area for artists to shine – coming soon to The Land.
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Velvet Tango Room
Grown-up drinking reigns at the Velvet Tango Room, where mixologists are so professional, they measure bitters with an eyedropper. Taste the difference with sophisticated sips like the slightly sweet Tango Manhattan or gin-based French 75, then try to score a seat in the “secret” back room. You'll find jazz musicians jamming there every night of the week except Sunday.
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Walnut Wednesday at Perk Plaza
Everyone's favorite food truck event is back! Head out to Perk Plaza on Wednesdays from May 3rd-September 27th 11:30-1:30pm to enjoy lunch from a curated lineup of fabulous food trucks, listen to amazing local musicians, and revel in the beauty of downtown in the summer.