Events Along the Coast - from Cleveland to Catawba - Summer Saturdays 2023
Happy Summer!
I started this annual Coastal Cleveland “Summer Saturdays” Event Calendar a few years ago and it’s something people have come to look forward to every year. Below you will find a couple favorites and a whole handful of new things to try this summer.
Take a look, mark your calendar and have the best time!
xo
Erin
JUNE 3 | MARBLEHEAD
An Afternoon at Rocky Point Winery
Saturday hours - 11 am to 9 pm
The perfect way to kick-off summer is to sit back and relax in the backyard of Rocky Point Winery in Marblehead. This place has such a laid back vibe that I promise - you will never want to leave.
Filled with Adirondack chairs, picnic tables, a covered porch and a smattering of trees to help filter that summer sun, you feel like you’re sitting in someone’s back yard. If you’re looking for that spot that lets you breathe in the fresh air, listen to live music and enjoy a couple drinks and apps…this right here is the spot to do so.
It’s an absolute favorite of mine and it makes this list each and every year. Cheers to summer!
ON STAGE:
12 to 3 pm - David Lester
4 to 7 pm - TJ George
WORTH NOTING:
you can bring your own chairs if you like
wear your Rocky Point Winery gear and you’ll receive a little gift
White Catawba wine bottles are 20% off
Sangria by the pitcher is just $20
LOCATION:
111 West Main Street
Marblehead, Ohio 43440
419-967-5344
JUNE 10 | PUT-IN-BAY
49th Founders Day - Put-in-Bay
11 am to 4 pm
Celebrate Jose DeRivera and head to Put-in-Bay for the 49th annual celebration of this islands founding father. Put-in-Bay history is celebrated in DeRivera Park, downtown Put-in-Bay from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This family-oriented, free event will feature live entertainment, delicious food, arts & crafts from local and area vendors and vintage Put-in-Bay memorabilia.
Jose DeRivera was a Hispanic merchant who purchased the South Bass, Middle Bass, Sugar, Gibraltar, Ballast, and Starve Islands for the sum of $44,000 in 1854. He sold off parcels of the land to the community for a fraction of the price to improve South Bass Island. The school property was sold for $1, and the St. Paul’s church property for $10. Put-in-Bay Founders Day is in place to celebrate the rich history, strong island heritage and the impact DeRivera’s good deeds had on the island community as a whole.
Special thanks to the Put-in-Bay Visitor’s Bureau for sharing these pictures with us.
JUNE 17 | CATAWBA ISLAND | FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND
Cigar & Bourbon Tasting at Gideon Owen Wine Company
6 to 9 pm
Celebrate Father's Day with an unforgettable evening of premium cigars and bourbon pairings. Gideon Owen is teaming up with North Coast Cigar to treat your dad to a unique experience that he won't soon forget. This event offers an opportunity to savor some of the finest cigars, perfectly paired with a selection of bourbons. Whether your dad is a seasoned cigar aficionado or a newcomer to the world of cigars and bourbon, this event is sure to delight his senses. Get ready to settle in for an evening of relaxation.
WORTH NOTING:
no reservation required, but we do recommend making a dinner reservation prior to this so you can enjoy a meal with dad and jump in on this event afterwards!
cigars and bourbons will be priced individually
smoking permitted only in designated areas.
LOCATION:
3845 East Wine Cellar Road
Port Clinton, Ohio
419-797-4445
JUNE 18 | CATAWBA ISLAND | FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND
Father’s Day BBQ at The Coop at Orchard Bar & Table
It’s time to get dad out to the Orchard! Celebrate him with a BBQ at (my favorite spot at the Orchard) the COOP! There will be a great selection of grilled meats, beers, cigars & more. Reservations not available - just plan to show up and have some fun!
For more details on this event, be sure to give @orchardbarandtable a follow on Instagram and/or Facebook - they will post more about this special day in June.
LOCATION:
3266 NE Catawba Road
Port Clinton, Ohio
419-797-7324
JUNE 24 | CLEVELAND
Cleveland Guardians vs Milwaukee Brewers
First pitch - 4:10 pm
Nothing says summer like baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and…well, Chevrolet! Head on out and support the Tribe today as they take on the Milwaukee Brewers at Progressive Field. It’s the perfect date for significant others, family or your very best friends. Bring EVERYONE!
*receive an Andrés Giménez Bobblehead courtesy of Discount Drug Mart
LOCATION:
Progressive Field
2401 Ontario Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
JULY 1 | BAY VILLAGE
Bay Days at Cahoon Park
noon to 10:30 pm
If you grew up on the Coast of Cleveland, you’ll know that there is one festival that truly makes you feel that nostalgic summer vibe, the "good old days" - and that is Bay Days. Started in the 60's, this hometown carnival has been enjoyed by generations of individuals and families for decades.
It’s a day filled with carnival games, cotton candy and curly fries, screams of excitement coming from the rides, a car show and an overall sense of community.
FREE to attend - rides and games require ticket purchase
Special thanks to my friend, amazing mom and local photographer - Lori Kubiak for sharing these beautiful photos from past Bay Days Festivals in Bay Village. I met Lori when I taught preschool art to her two darling twins (in the first Bay Days photo). I noticed IMMEDIATELY how wonderful she was at capturing candid shots and have since hired her for many occasions. Below are a few shots from one of our daughter’s graduation parties I had her photograph. Although she doesn’t post too much, you can find and contact her at @lorikubiakphotography on IG
LOCATION:
Cahoon Park
27600 Lake Road
Bay Village, Ohio 44140
JULY 8 | CATAWBA ISLAND
Apricot Fest at Twin Oast
Apricot Fest is the perfect summer outing for the entire family! Shop their vendor market, listen to incredible live music, sip on a quenching Apricatawba (Apricot Wheat), chow on tasty food from various food trucks, run in their Apritrot race, let the kiddos hang in the kid zone, and most importantly...make memories that will last a lifetime.
APRICATAWBA LAUNCH
If you were to take one bite out of a ripe, Catawba-grown apricot, you would understand their obsession. This beer is not only the catalyst of Twin Oast, but the symbol of their entire mission to bring Catawba back to its agricultural roots.
JUICY. INSPIRED. DELIGHTFUL.
Live Music
Lee Warren Music | 11am-2pm
Eric Sowers Band | 3pm-6pm
Crystal Bowersox | 7pm-10pm
Food Trucks
Gaucho and the Gringa | Betty's Bomb Ass Burgers | Naughty Lobstah | Detroit Mini Donuts | Kona Ice
*and Twin Oast, of course!
Vendors
Linked & Locked | The Alexa Rae Design Co | Tootie Fruity & Co | In This Place Designs | Put Your Name On It 2014 | Paper Kite Creations | Corner of My Heart | 1811 Woodworks | Ohio Wick House | Village Roots | BJ Garlic Farm | I Got Crafts | Leisurely Lakeside
Apritot .5k Fun Run
You read that correctly, 0.5K (about 1/3 of a mile) - Join them for their annual fun-run!
Kid Zone
Petting Zoo | Face Painting | Bounce House
Special thanks to Twin Oast for sharing these pictures of their event.
LOCATION:
3630 NE Catawba Road
Port Clinton, Ohio 43440
419-573-6126
JULY 15 & 16 | LAKESIDE MARBLEHEAD
20th Annual Wooden Boat Show & Plein Air Art Festival
noon to 4 pm
Fun for the whole family, celebrate the exquisite craftsmanship of traditional wooden boatbuilding and the artistic expression of plein air painting at one of Lakeside’s most unique weekends of the summer.
After a weekend of plein air painting, Lakeside’s waterfront will transform into an outdoor showroom of classic wooden boats for the 20th Annual Lakeside Wooden Boat Show from 12-4 pm on Sunday, July 16.
As one of Lake Erie’s largest wooden boat exhibits, more than 60 cruisers will line the dock and lawn of the Hotel Lakeside for an up-close and personal view of classic boats. Learn about the world of wooden boatbuilding from boat owners, restoration experts and boat enthusiasts alike. Hear the unique stories behind the making of each vessel and gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for boatbuilding and the many hours of preservation it takes to keep them afloat and looking like new.
In addition to Wooden Boat Show festivities, several plein air events will take place on Sunday. Watch as painters add finishing touches to their masterpieces at the Plein Air Paintout, held along the shoreline and in Bettinger Park until 12 pm.
Paintings that were completed by artists throughout the weekend will be available for purchase during the Wet Paint Sale, held 12-1:30 pm south of the Pavilion. Purchases can be made by cash, check or credit card.
Back by popular demand, Wally & The Beavs returns with live music, including cover songs by Chicago, Journey, Grand Funk Railroad, Elton John, The Blues Brothers and The Beatles from 12-4 pm at the Pavilion Jennings East Deck.
For lunch, dine at one of Lakeside’s restaurants or enjoy a variety of grilled options at the Wooden Boat Show Cookout from 12-3 pm.
Special thanks to Lakeside Photographer - Susan Phaneuf for sharing these beautiful photos from past Wooden Boat Show & Plein Air Festivals at Lakeside. I have been a HUGE fan of Susan for years as I follow her Instagram account - @lksd.ohio You can also find more of her landscape and nature photography at @sphaneuf.photo on IG
LOCATION:
Lakeside Chautauqua
236 Walnut Avenue
Lakeside, Ohio 43440
419-798-4461
JULY 21 & 22 | LORAIN
The 18th Annual Summer Market
July 21 from 3 to 9 pm
& July 22 from 9 am to 5 pm
The Summer Market is Ohio's premier, open air festival held right along the water. Tens of thousands of guests visit the Market each year to shop for furniture, architectural salvage, vintage finds, art & jewelry, coastal decor, fresh produce and a variety of other goods from more than 100 carefully curated vendors. Guests can grab a bite from several featured restaurants and food trucks, enjoy a cocktail by the water, watch the sun set or shop in the summer sun. You can also arrive by car or boat!
The Summer Market is a fundraising event for their non-profit, Girls Give Back. Proceeds benefit local families and organizations in need and has been serving the community for 18 years.
WORTH NOTING:
the event is free and parking is free
there is, however, one fundraising lot ($20) that not only gives you up close parking, but that $20 goes directly to the 2023 event beneficiary - read about Girls Give Back’s fundraising efforts over the years HERE
this is the only place you will find Coastal Cleveland this summer! See who will be joining me HERE
the Summer Market is annual event that only comes around once a year
held rain or shine
Special thanks to the Summer Market along with local photographer and friend, Jennifer B Photography for sharing these beautiful pictures with us. Jennifer Bourgeault, who has shot the Summer Market for almost a decade is best known for her High School Senior Photography. Below are photos she did for one of my daughters. She’s brilliant! You can follow her on social media at @jbseniors
LOCATION:
Black River Landing
421 Black River Lane
Lorain, Ohio
JULY 29 | LORAIN
Rockin’ on the River - Bee Gees Gold with Dancing Queen
special guest - The Michael Weber Show
Rockin’ on the River is Northern Ohio’s longest running outdoor concert series. Bob Early brings the best national, regional and local talent from classic rock to pop and a whole lot more. Add to that the best sound and light show available. They are committed to insure an experience that will keep you as a fan for many years to come.
WORTH NOTING
you CAN bring lawn chairs
you CANNOT bring your own food, drink or coolers - they do enforce this rule and ask that you support their vendors
food, beer, wine, spirits and vendors will be available on site
tickets for this special evening are $15 (pre-purchase below) and $20 at the gate
The Bee Gees Gold Tribute is the ultimate salute, and experience of seeing the Bee Gees in their prime, LIVE ONCE AGAIN! Backed by a live band, Bee Gees Gold recreates the look and sound of the Bee Gees from the 60's to the late 70's, with their unique falsettos that made them legends.Performing such early hit’s as Massachusetts, I Started a Joke, to the later Disco classics, Stayin’ Alive, You should be dancing and Andy Gibb hits.
Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute is the ultimate tribute to the music of the greatest pop band in history – sure to capture the hearts of fans and audiences of all ages! This live show is full of musical prowess, fabulous disco flair and fashion, and promises a joyous ABBA experience for every Chiquitita, Super Trouper, Fernando, and Dancing Queen around!
The Michael Weber Show is an explosive rock group fronted by guitar phenom, Michael Weber.
LOCATION:
Black River Landing
421 Black River Lane
Lorain, Ohio
AUGUST 5 | LAKEWOOD
46th Annual Lakewood Arts Festival
10 am to 6 pm
This festival has been a family tradition of ours for many, many years.
For one sparkling summer day, Lakewood closes Detroit Avenue from Belle to Arthur Avenue and brings artists of all disciplines together with 15,000 collectors and art lovers. The juried festival hosts over 175 national artists and makers displaying painting, prints, art glass, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, fiber and more.
This year’s performers include: Liz Bullok, The Andrew McManus Trio, Assane M’Baye Senegalese Drums, Maura Rogers and more.
WORTH NOTING:
this is a family friendly, free event
it is held on Detroit Avenue between Arthur and Belle
parking is on side streets and parking garages
this show benefits a scholarship fund and arts grants in Lakewood each year
Special thanks to the Lakewood Arts Festival Committee for sharing the smaller images above and to photographer
Dan Morgan -Straight Shooter for the 2 larger images taken at the event.
AUGUST 12 | HURON
24th Annual All Classics Festival
hosted by the Lyman Boat Owners Association
10 am to 4 pm
Owners and enthusiasts of antique boats and cars come together every summer in Huron, Ohio for a glimpse into the past. Walk alongside a gorgeous vintage Lyman, talk to the owner of a restored Chris-Craft or read about a family and the years they spent on their Steel Clipper. There is so much history here.
Each year, thousands of spectators (including us!) roam the Huron Boat Basin docks and grassy hills enjoying the beauty of the shiny wood and classic beauties on display.
Free to attend. Get ready to bask in the beauty!
LOCATION:
Huron Boat Basin Marina
330 Main Street
Huron, Ohio
AUGUST 19 | COASTAL CLEVELAND
NEW Restaurant Weekend
I post about restaurants all of the time at Coastal Cleveland.
Whether it is a full restaurant feature or a little mention in my Instagram stories, people often respond - “I still have to get there!” or “It’s on my list to try!”
So, I created this weekend as a little nudge to say “GO TRY THAT RESTAURANT!” Go experience something new…
Set aside the “to do” list, sit back and relax at a table and let someone else do the cooking for you. You’ll be so glad you did!
Need a recommendation? Here are just a few of my favorites…
Cleveland East - L’Albatros
Cleveland - Acqua Di Luca
Cleveland West - Ninja City
Lakewood - Sarita
Rocky River - Rocky River Wine Bar
Bay Village - Chattys Pizzeria
Avon Lake - Ibiza
Lorain - Dodie’s Dockside
Vermilion - Wine Vault
Huron - Marconi’s Italian Restaurant
Sandusky - Crush Wine Bar
Port Clinton - Orchard Bar & Table
Marblehead - JJ’s Table and Bar
AUGUST 26 | MARBLEHEAD
The 31st Annual Perch Festival
hosted by the Marblehead Lions Club
10 am to 5 pm
Join in on the family fun in Marblehead, Ohio at the Annual Perch Festival. The kicks off with a parade down West Main Street and is then followed by food, kids games, a car show, a vendor show and lots of fun!
WORTH NOTING:
if perch dinners and sandwiches aren’t your thing - hot dogs, sausage sandwiches, pulled pork, french fries, pop and water will be available
raffle tickets can be purchased at the festival prize tent where you can have your chance at winning over 30 different prizes
the main raffle prize is $2023.00
50/50 raffles will also take place
Special thanks to the Marblehead Peninsula Lions Club for sharing these pictures with us.
LOCATION:
James Park
Robert Bird Drive
Downtown Marblehead
Hope to run into you this summer on the Coast of Cleveland…