The best things to do in Cleveland

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Pinstripes

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Italian-American fare, bowling & bocce in a sprawling space with indoor & outdoor seating & a bar.

111 Park Ave #105 (Beachwood)

Italian-American fare, bowling & bocce in a sprawling space with indoor & outdoor seating & a bar.

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Mr Divot's Miniature Golf is that easy win when the crew needs something low-key but legit fun, with a nostalgic mini golf course, Top…

13393 York Rd (North Royalton)

Mr Divot's Miniature Golf is that easy win when the crew needs something low-key but legit fun, with a nostalgic mini golf course, Top Tracer driving range, batting cages, and an ice cream shop. Around since 1976, it’s a simple recipe for weeknight sanity and weekend smiles.

From the Strongsville newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Seneca Golf Course

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Sitting on the highest point in Cuyahoga County, Seneca Golf Course is a 36-hole, park-style track known for lengthy par fours and fives…

975 Metropolitan Park Dr (Broadview Heights)

Sitting on the highest point in Cuyahoga County, Seneca Golf Course is a 36-hole, park-style track known for lengthy par fours and fives across 350 acres. Bring your A-game to Furnace Run’s 603-yard No. 8, thread those bunkers on No.

From the North Royalton newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Shaker Heights Country Club wraps a Donald Ross 18 around a welcoming, family-first scene with Har-Tru tennis, heated paddle, a 6-lane…

3300 Courtland Blvd (Shaker Heights)

Shaker Heights Country Club wraps a Donald Ross 18 around a welcoming, family-first scene with Har-Tru tennis, heated paddle, a 6-lane pool, fitness, an outdoor bar, and legit dining under an Executive Chef. If you’re club-curious in Shaker, this is the spot where memories and handicaps both improve.

From the Shaker Heights newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Chuck E. Cheese

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Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

26104 Great Northern Shop Center Center (North Olmsted)

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

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Springvale Golf Course & Ballroom in North Olmsted blends 1928 roots with a playable 18-hole track of undulated terrain, lakes, and…

5871 Canterbury Rd (North Olmsted)

Springvale Golf Course & Ballroom in North Olmsted blends 1928 roots with a playable 18-hole track of undulated terrain, lakes, and renovated bunkers, plus a No. 11 that keeps you honest.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Always Golf Club

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When the lake-effect mood swings, Always Golf Club keeps your swing steady. It’s an indoor setup where you can keep the rust off, play a…

25027 Center Ridge Rd (Westlake)

When the lake-effect mood swings, Always Golf Club keeps your swing steady. It’s an indoor setup where you can keep the rust off, play a relaxed round with friends, or squeeze in focused practice between errands, so Westlake golf season quietly becomes 12 months long.

From the Westlake newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Buttercream & Olive Oil turns home cooks into confident creators with hands-on classes built around local, seasonal, organic ingredients.…

8021 W 130th St (North Royalton)

Buttercream & Olive Oil turns home cooks into confident creators with hands-on classes built around local, seasonal, organic ingredients.

From the Strongsville newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Memphis Kiddie Park

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Memphis Kiddie Park, America’s oldest kiddieland and a Cleveland landmark, has been celebrating kids since 1952 with pint-sized rides they…

10340 Memphis Ave

Memphis Kiddie Park, America’s oldest kiddieland and a Cleveland landmark, has been celebrating kids since 1952 with pint-sized rides they can actually ride, mini golf for bragging rights, classic concessions, plus birthdays and group outings welcome.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Swap the couch this week for a quick wander through the rainforest, kid-friendly interactive zones, and animal encounters at Cleveland…

3900 Wildlife Way

Swap the couch this week for a quick wander through the rainforest, kid-friendly interactive zones, and animal encounters at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, then refuel at dining spots or poke around the gift shop. Perfect midweek reset... basically a mini escape without the I-480 traffic.

From the Parma newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Fin Fest is on through August 11, so Greater Cleveland Aquarium is an easy win this week... wander the walk-through experience, check out…

2000 Sycamore St

Fin Fest is on through August 11, so Greater Cleveland Aquarium is an easy win this week... wander the walk-through experience, check out the mock research vessel, and get face time with stingrays and other locals of the deep without leaving town.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Big Met Golf Course

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Turning 100 this year, Big Met Golf Course is the Cleveland Metroparks classic with gentle rolling hills, views of the Rocky River dike,…

4811 Valley Pkwy (Fairview Park)

Turning 100 this year, Big Met Golf Course is the Cleveland Metroparks classic with gentle rolling hills, views of the Rocky River dike, and just enough bunkers to keep you honest. Play a relaxed round, then reward yourself on the Grille and Terrace like a proper weekend champion.

From the Lorain newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Playhouse Square

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Playhouse Square is Cleveland’s home for the big stuff, from touring Broadway hits and opera to stand-up, dance and those jaw-dropper set…

1501 Euclid Ave #200

Playhouse Square is Cleveland’s home for the big stuff, from touring Broadway hits and opera to stand-up, dance and those jaw-dropper set pieces you can feel in your seat. The Lion King is roaring right now through August 16, so snag a night and treat your inner theater kid.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 22, 2026

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This week, Parma crews can step into Game Show Duels Lakewood (Ohio) for a TV-style showdown where you and your friends become the…

13000 Athens Ave (Lakewood)

This week, Parma crews can step into Game Show Duels Lakewood (Ohio) for a TV-style showdown where you and your friends become the contestants. Expect energetic hosts, rapid-fire trivia, team challenges, and surprise minigames that crank up the laughs and rivalry, then go home with epic bragging rights.

From the Lakewood newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Museum of Illusions

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Family-friendly place featuring optical illusions, holograms and interactive exhibits, plus gift shop.

186 Euclid Ave

Family-friendly place featuring optical illusions, holograms and interactive exhibits, plus gift shop.

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Capitol Theatre

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Capitol Theatre keeps the calendar stacked with buzzy studio releases, under-the-radar indies, and the occasional cult chaos, all inside a…

1390 W 65th St · ✓ checked Aug 20

Capitol Theatre keeps the calendar stacked with buzzy studio releases, under-the-radar indies, and the occasional cult chaos, all inside a lovingly restored neighborhood landmark. It’s the kind of place where film feels like an event... perfect for a midweek reset or low-key date night.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 30, 2026

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From a 1930s Eliot Ness investigation to a fantasy quest and a sneaky clockwork heist, Perplexity Games Escape Room - Cleveland builds…

2515 Jay Ave #B3

From a 1930s Eliot Ness investigation to a fantasy quest and a sneaky clockwork heist, Perplexity Games Escape Room - Cleveland builds multi-room adventures that actually feel like adventures.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Little Met Golf Course is Cleveland Metroparks first course, a 1925 classic tucked in Rocky River Reservation with a straightforward mix of…

18599 Old Lorain Rd

Little Met Golf Course is Cleveland Metroparks first course, a 1925 classic tucked in Rocky River Reservation with a straightforward mix of par-3s and par-4s plus a par-5. It’s perfect when you want a relaxed walk, league night vibes, and tree-lined fairways that keep your swing honest.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Cedar Lee Theatre

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Craving something beyond the usual capes and car chases? Cedar Lee Theatre is Cleveland’s go-to for independent gems, special screenings,…

2163 Lee Rd (Cleveland Heights)

Craving something beyond the usual capes and car chases? Cedar Lee Theatre is Cleveland’s go-to for independent gems, special screenings, and even live opera broadcasts. It’s where the Cleveland International Film Festival got its start, so yeah, your movie chat after will be next level.

From the Parma newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Beefy par 3s and that infamous 615 yard, dogleg right 13th make Ridgewood Golf Course a legit local test that still lets the average golfer…

6505 Ridge Rd (Parma)

Beefy par 3s and that infamous 615 yard, dogleg right 13th make Ridgewood Golf Course a legit local test that still lets the average golfer post a number. Opened in 1925 and designed by Sandy Alves, former foreman for Donald Ross, it's Parma golf lore you can play this week.

From the Parma newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Cleveland Cinemas

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Cleveland Cinemas lines up fresh releases alongside special screenings, including The Metropolitan Opera and other stage productions on the…

2163 Lee Rd #107

Cleveland Cinemas lines up fresh releases alongside special screenings, including The Metropolitan Opera and other stage productions on the big screen, so your queue feels classy without any extra effort. Feeling extra this week, you can even rent a whole theater and make it your own.

From the Euclid newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

6001 Canal Rd (Valley View)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Memphis Championship Miniature Golf keeps it charmingly old-school with a beautifully landscaped 18-hole course built in 1962, designed so…

10340 Memphis Ave (Brooklyn)

Memphis Championship Miniature Golf keeps it charmingly old-school with a beautifully landscaped 18-hole course built in 1962, designed so skill actually matters. No goofy luck traps here, just clean lines, a proud penguin at Hole #1, and a perfect quick outing when Parma cabin fever hits.

From the Parma newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Washington Golf Course packs a 9-hole, par-29 layout plus a 26-station range and practice area, perfect for sneaking in real reps between…

3841 Washington Park Blvd (Newburgh Heights)

Washington Golf Course packs a 9-hole, par-29 layout plus a 26-station range and practice area, perfect for sneaking in real reps between errands this week. It’s Audubon certified, so you get bird songs with your birdies. Grab a bucket, fix the slice, enjoy the greenery.

From the Parma newsletter, August 18, 2026

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If you’ve been meaning to catch a buzzy new release or something a little artsier this week, Atlas Cinemas Shaker Square 6 has you covered…

13116 Shaker Square

If you’ve been meaning to catch a buzzy new release or something a little artsier this week, Atlas Cinemas Shaker Square 6 has you covered with first-run hits, indie and foreign picks, plus the occasional local film fest. All in an art deco setting that makes movie night feel special without trying too hard.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Towpath Trail Mural

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Towpath Trail Mural turns Cleveland’s Canal Basin Park bridge into a color splashed homage to the Ohio & Erie Canal, mapping the Towpath’s…

1468 Columbus Rd

Towpath Trail Mural turns Cleveland’s Canal Basin Park bridge into a color splashed homage to the Ohio & Erie Canal, mapping the Towpath’s past and future. There’s even a 15 foot tall illustrated trail map and themes of water, work, and change... a solid little adventure from Warren.

From the Warren newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Mastick Woods Golf Course serves up a relaxed, executive length loop with an Appalachian forest feel, perfect for new golfers, juniors, or…

19900 Puritas Ave

Mastick Woods Golf Course serves up a relaxed, executive length loop with an Appalachian forest feel, perfect for new golfers, juniors, or anyone who just wants trees and sky with their swings this week. Or skip the sticks and play FootGolf, then remember this spot when snow arrives for sledding.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Public golf course set in the Brecksville Reservation offering pristine conditions and fast play.

9445 Brecksville Rd (Brecksville)

Public golf course set in the Brecksville Reservation offering pristine conditions and fast play.

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Broadview Heights Splash Park is a free, 3,000-square-foot splash pad with playful water features, right by a kids' playground. It’s an…

9543 Broadview Rd (Broadview Heights)

Broadview Heights Splash Park is a free, 3,000-square-foot splash pad with playful water features, right by a kids' playground. It’s an easy, no-fuss spot for burning off energy, then refueling at the concession stand with hot dogs, nachos, and cold drinks... because hydration can be delicious.

From the Brunswick newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Fore Corners Mini Golf is a beautifully landscaped 18-hole playground with flowering plants, streams, bridges, and cheeky water hazards…

12980 W Sprague Rd (Parma)

Fore Corners Mini Golf is a beautifully landscaped 18-hole playground with flowering plants, streams, bridges, and cheeky water hazards that might carry your shot downstream... no worries, the balls float and nets await. Family-friendly for newbies and sharpshooters, then celebrate with a Dairy Queen treat next door.

From the Strongsville newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Painted with Ohio City neighbors and a nod to the Browns palette, the Greetings from Cleveland Mural packs local landmarks, RTA love, and…

2098 W 25th St

Painted with Ohio City neighbors and a nod to the Browns palette, the Greetings from Cleveland Mural packs local landmarks, RTA love, and big postcard vibes. Quick stop this week for that instantly cheerful shot and a reminder of why Northeast Ohio still hits you right in the heart.

From the Lorain newsletter, August 23, 2026

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