The best things to do in Cleveland

“From horse and livestock shows to concerts, festivals, and the annual Bacon Festival, Tri State Exhibition Center keeps Cleveland buzzing year-round. The sprawling 92-acre nonprofit hosts indoor and outdoor arenas, barns, and a therapeutic riding program, so peek at the calendar and go see what’s happening this week.”

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Family-friendly indoor recreation center offering go karts, rock climbing, and trampolines.”

“Nooga Splash is the floating obstacle course at Chester Frost Beach your crew has been needing this week, now a 38-piece aqua park with a new 26 ft Rock Tower Slide. Little swimmers under 45 inches get their own Kiddie Splash, so everyone burns energy and sleeps great.”

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Jack Nicklaus design, tree-lined 419 Bermuda fairways, and Champion Bermuda greens make Bear Trace at Harrison Bay (TN Golf Trail) a local favorite. The layout wanders through a state park with water flirting along 12 fairways, so it’s scenic, playable, and quietly addictive.”

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Whether you're chasing a high score or just trying to avoid the gutter, Leisure Time Bowling keeps it fun with open bowling, cosmic bowling, leagues and youth programs. Bumper lanes for the kids, party packages for your crew and a pro shop to dial in your gear this week.”

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 18, 2026

“The Honors Course is a private club established in 1983 that lives for amateur golf and has hosted many championships, practically in our backyard. If a guest invite or amateur event rolls your way this week, jump on it and enjoy a rare, pure golf experience.”

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 14, 2026