June Special Events

Sunday, June 1

CanalWay Center

Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Ohio & Erie Canal changed Northeast Ohio from a frontier to a thriving commercial center.  

Celebrate the Canal Era along the canal with hikes, crafts & games, photo ops, music, theatrical performances and more!

Sunday, June 15

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Fathers enjoy FREE admission to the Zoo on Father’s Day courtesy of Wayside Furniture. 

Friday, June 20  

Hemlock Picnic Area

Bedford Reservation

8 – 11 p.m.

The twinkle of fireflies filling summer nights brings wonder to children and adults alike. Explore the lives of these amazing insects and enjoy touch tables, games and crafts. As the night darkens, there will be a campfire, guided hikes and firefly viewing.

Saturday – Sunday, June 21 – 22

(Rain Date: June 28 – 29)

Wallace Lake

Mill Stream Run Reservation

1 p.m. – 11 a.m.

From camping, fishing, paddling, swimming and s’mores around the fire, there is something for everyone at this year’s family campout!

Come play 9-holes at Shawnee Hills Par 3 Course in Bedford or Washington Golf Course in Newburgh Heights on June 27 after 10 a.m. for $8 9-hole green fee courtesy of Fox 8. 

Cleveland Metroparks Mobile Nature Shop is on the move. Shop our latest merchandise at an event near you!

Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

June 12 - BackTraxx | Disco, Rock, Oldies

July 10 - The Evil Ways Band | Santana Tribute

July 31 - Apostle Jones | R&B, Soul

Saturdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

June 14 - Five O'Clock Somewhere | Country, 70s West Coast Rock

June 21 - East Wind | Classic Rock

June 28 - Jack & the Optimists | Rock

July 12 - Grunge DNA |Rock, Grunge

July 19 - Medusa | Rock

July 26 - Blue Lunch | Blues

August 2 - Rocker & the Blackjack Gypsies | Tribute to Woodstock

August 9 - Scenic Route | Pop, Rock

August 16 - Yosemite Slim | Country

Wednesdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

June 11 - Old River Road | Acoustic Rock

June 18 - Stamper Starr | Blues, Classics

June 25 - City Lite Trio | Rock, Soul, Pop

July 9 - Jeffrey Cruz | Pop Covers

July 16 - Scott Sopata | Steel Drum, Guitar, Ukulele, Bagpipes

July 23 - Duo-ly Noted | Laid Back Patio Music

July 30 - Dawn to Dusk Trio | Classic Rock, Blues, Country

August 6 - Zakk Jones | Jazz, Americana/Country Fusion

August 13 - Hoodoo BBQ | Rock, Roots

Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

June 19 - The Quenton Rubin Band | R&B, Funk, Rock

July 17 - Tony Quale's and Discovery Band | 80s, Current Hits

August 7 - Project Hope Choir | Gospel

Fridays from 5 - 8 p.m.

June 13 - Recess Band | Pop, Alternative

June 20 - Ohayo | 70s, Classic Rock

June 27 - Back 9 Par 4 |60s Pop, Rock, Country

July 11 - Cats on Holiday | Swamp Pop

July 18 - The Ladies Night | 90s-00s Pop

July 25 - Colin Dussault Band | Blues

August 1 - Abby Normal & the Detroit Lean | Ska, Rock Disco

August 8 - 80's Ladies | 80s Favorites

August 15 - Glass House | Cover Band

Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

June 26 - Music City Sound Band | Dance, Top 40

July 24 - Old Skool | 90s Covers

August 14 - Carlos Jones | Reggae