3 things to do in Cleveland in June
There’s something special about summer in Cleveland. The city comes alive for those lucky enough to experience it. From weekly gatherings such as Wade Oval Wednesdays to local festivals, summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors here in the CLE.
For Case Western Reserve University students who have remained on campus for summer—and for faculty and staff—we’ve pulled together a few ideas of how to make the most of the month of June in the city.
This is just the start, though. Check the Destination Cleveland website for more ways to fill your summer nights.
Cleveland Pops Orchestra 250th Celebration
June 6
As the United States celebrates its Semiquincentennial in 2026, the Cleveland Pops Orchestra will put a spotlight on music with American roots. Attendees will hear performances of ragtime, Dixieland, big band, rock, country, blues, hip-hop and more.
The concert will feature special guests Connor Bogart O’Brien, Mariama Whyte, Natalie Green, Darryl Lewis, Brass Band of the Western Reserve and the Cleveland Pops Chorus.
Tickets start at $49.
Reserve your ticket for this special concert.
Parade the Circle and Circle Village
June 13
One of Cleveland’s most iconic summer events takes place just steps from campus. On June 13, head over to Wade Oval to watch a vibrant display of creativity during Parade the Circle. During this event hosted by the Cleveland Museum of Art, members of the local community show their artistic talents by creating costumes, puppets and masks.
This year’s theme is “momentum” and is a nod to the museum’s special exhibition, “American Printed Silks, 1927–1947.” The free parade will begin at noon. Learn more about what to expect at Parade the Circle.
The parade will coincide with University Circle’s Circle Village, which will begin at 10 a.m. It will feature interactive activities from local organizations.
Juneteenth Observance Celebration
June 22
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to participate in Juneteenth Observance activities on campus Monday, June 22. Featuring food, music, performances, a marketplace and raffles, this event will honor the day in 1865 in which emancipation was fully realized in the United States.
All members of the campus community are invited to stop by the event from 12:30 to 4 p.m. in the Thwing Center ballroom.
This event will be hosted by the Office for Campus Enrichment and Engagement, along with the Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Division of Student Affairs, The Department of Human Resources and the School of Medicine.
