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Dubbed “the center of the world” by the Wall Street Journal and a must visit destination by Travel & Leisure, The Land’s lakefront setting, walkable downtown, vibrant cultural assets and authentic hospitality are just a few of the city’s highlights.
As host to events of all sizes in 2025 – from AP Reading to the National Association of Black Journalists Conference – Cleveland continues to surprise first-time and even returning visitors.
Underpinning our evolution as a premier meetings destination is nearly $500 million in infrastructure investment:
• After a $49 million renovation, the LEED Gold-certified Huntington Convention Center offers new flexible meeting spaces, an expanded Atrium ballroom and a stunning rooftop terrace in the center of the city.
• The beautifully restored, 491-room Hotel Cleveland blends historic charm with modern luxury following $90 million of updates.
• Expected to be completed in 2026, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s $135-million expansion will nearly double the museum’s size – including new event and presentation space.
• And, the $150-million renovation of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History creates a state-of-the-art learning hub and equally stunning event venue.
Our city thrives on the energy of big events, and Destination Cleveland’s team is second to none in providing exceptional support and hospitality.
We invite you to visit and discover why The Land is the perfect place to host your next event.
Sincerely,
David Gilbert President & CEO Destination Cleveland
AP Reading May 25-June 19, 2025
National Urban League Conference July 16-19, 2025
National Association of Black Journalists Conference
August 6-10, 2025
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INTERNATIONAL ELASTOMER CONFERENCE
September 8-11, 2025
NCAA DI MEN’S WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS
March 19-21, 2026
Spectacular soaring ceilings, light-filled spaces and stunning views of the Cleveland skyline and North Coast Harbor create a one-of-a-kind setting for your private event, business gathering, or wedding reception. Sophisticated or casual, we can do it all.
AMENITIES INCLUDE:
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• Modern, upscale catering options
• Book a live science demonstration or hands-on teambuilding experience
1st Friday each month, Mix at CMA. Cleveland Museum of Art. clevelandart.org
2nd Friday each month, Walkabout Tremont. Tremont neighborhood. walkabouttremont.com
3rd Friday each month, Third Fridays Art Walk. 78th Street Studios, Detroit Shoreway neighborhood. 78thstreetstudios.com
Jan., Martin Luther King Jr. Free Concert: The Cleveland Orchestra. Mandel Concert Hall at Severance. clevelandorchestra.com
Jan.-Feb., The Great Big Home and Garden Show I-X Center. greatbighomeandgarden.com
Feb., Cleveland Golf and Travel Show. I-X Center. clevelandgolfandtravelshow.com
Feb.-March, Cleveland Auto Show. I-X Center. clevelandautoshow.com Feb., Brite Winter. The Flats West Bank. britewinter.com
March-Oct., Cleveland Guardians MLB Baseball. Progressive Field. mlb.com/guardians.com
March, FanExpo Cleveland. Huntington Convention Center. fanexpocleveland.com
March, Mid-American Conference (MAC) Men’s & Women’s College Basketball Tournaments. Rocket Arena. getsomemacaction.com
April, Annual Cleveland International Film Festival. Playhouse Square. clevelandfilm.org
May, Cleveland Asian Festival. Asia Plaza, AsiaTown. clevelandasianfestival.org
July-Aug., The Cleveland Orchestra Blossom Festival. Blossom Music Center. clevelandorchestra.com
June-Aug., Rock Hall Live! Summer Concert Series. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. rockhall.com
Aug., Pro Football Hall of Fame Festival Enshrinement Week. Pro Football Hall of Fame. profootballhof.com
Aug., Tennis in The Land WTA250 Tournament. Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica. tennisintheland.com
Sept., Cleveland National Air Show. Burke Lakefront Airport. clevelandairshow.com
May, Cleveland Marathon, 1/2 Marathon and 10K. Downtown Cleveland. clevelandmarathon.com
June, Pride in the CLE. Mall C, Downtown Cleveland. lgbtcleveland.org/pride
June, Parade The Circle. Wade Oval, University Circle. clevelandart.org
June, Juneteenth FreedomFest. Mall C, Downtown Cleveland. juneteenthcle.com
June, Annual Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland. Playhouse Square. tri-c.edu/jazzfest
July, Kaulig Companies Championship. Firestone Country Club, Akron, OH. kauligchampionship.com
July, City Stages. Transformer Station, Hingetown. clevelandart.org
July, Taste of Tremont. Tremont neighborhood. experiencetremont.com
July, BorderLight: Festival of International Theatre. Playhouse Square. borderlightcle.org
Sept., IngenuityFest of Art + Technology. Hamilton Collaborative. ingenuitycleveland.com
Sept.-Jan., Cleveland Browns Football. Huntington Bank Field. 216.241.5555. clevelandbrowns.com
Sept.-May, The Cleveland Orchestra’s Severance Hall Season. Mandel Concert Hall at Severance. 216.231.7300. clevelandorchestra.com
Oct., Cleveland Beer Week. Various locations. clevelandbeerweek.org
Oct.-April, Cleveland Monsters AHL Hockey. Rocket Arena. clevelandmonters.com
Oct.-April, Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Basketball. Rocket Arena. cavs.com
Oct.-July, KeyBank Broadway Series. Playhouse Square. playhousesquare.org
Dec., Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity. Cleveland Play House. karamuhouse.org
Dec., Zoo Lights. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo
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Get familiar with why Cleveland is the reason for your next meeting
By Jen Jones Donatelli & Keith Gribbins
Downtown Cleveland has everything a meeting needs to succeed — affordable hotels, posh event spaces, famous restaurants, award-winning breweries, national attractions and an everyone’s-welcome attitude. How do we know? The experts have spoken: Cleveland was named to Travel + Leisure’s recent “Best Places to Travel” list, noting the city is “set to shine, thanks to national and international events.” Speaking of lists, Cleveland’s Hyatt Regency was named one of “The Best Hotel Lobbies in the World” by Architectural Digest.
From the 2016 Republican National Convention to the 2024 NCAA Women’s Final Four, big things have been happening in Cleveland over the last decade—and they’re not stopping any time soon. The Rock Hall induction ceremony will return (as it does every three years), and both the National Urban League and National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) are hosting large-scale events here in the coming months.
The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland is expanding its footprint in new and exciting ways! Having absorbed the nearby former Center for Global Health Innovation space, the convention center will now offer a bigger ballroom, an outdoor terrace with plum city views, upgraded restrooms and new escalators for easier event flow. It’s a $49 million investment that is already paying off in spades.
Greater Cleveland as a whole has nearly 25,000 guestrooms across all major hotel brands, representing segments from luxury resorts to boutique business accommodations. Downtown Cleveland now offers nearly 5,000 guestrooms in 20 hotels. Add in the flexible meeting spaces and unique dining spots, and these hotels become destinations in themselves. Meeting spaces from 10,000 to 60,000 square feet can range from traditional boardroom seating to AV- and techenabled theaters, auditoriums and ballrooms.
Cleveland is full of dynamic gathering spots that can empower your meeting with a motif. Classy galas or weddings would be perfect for the Cleveland Museum of Art The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has multiple rental options, including the entire museum. The country’s second-largest performing arts center, Playhouse Square, offers nine theaters of various sizes and one outdoor event space for rental. From Rocket Arena, home of the Cleveland Cavaliers, to The Agora, this city has great venues that offer unforgettable experiences.
Cleveland sits within a 500-mile radius of nearly half of the U.S. population — only six hours from cities like Chicago, New York and Philadelphia. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is 12 miles from Downtown and offers an abundance of nonstop flights around the country and internationally via most major carriers. Getting here is super cheap too. CLE offers an abundance of low-cost flights due to new low-cost carriers and increased competition. We are also easily accessible by AMTRAK train, or bus, with both Greyhound and Megabus terminals close to major hotels.
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) links busy travelers to timely destinations. Four RTA rail lines and two Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines snake all over the city and to the airport. Once Downtown, take advantage of scooter rentals and the city’s RTA free trolley route. Of course, most folks just walk. Cleveland has one of the most pedestrianfriendly downtown areas in America. Strollers can also take solace in the downtown ambassadors that keep Cleveland streets safe and clean, while acting as mobile concierges.
From business luncheons to wedding banquets, Northeast Ohio is full of excellent bistros, clubs, cantinas and eateries that specialize in large parties and flavorful food. Food Network-famous chefs like Rocco Whalen, celebrated restaurants like Cordelia and popular food trucks like the Manna Truck all call Cleveland home. The West Side Market and Great Lakes Brewing Co. are cornerstones in Cleveland’s culinary and craft beer movement, while the JACK Cleveland Casino, Downtown clubs and indie music venues provide a 24/7 nightlife.
From AsiaTown to Hingetown, Cleveland’s diverse cultures are on full display throughout the city— inviting locals and visitors to immerse and engage. Destinations such as the Cleveland Cultural Gardens provide a striking and scenic representation of our city’s various ethnic communities, while Cleveland’s queer community convenes in spaces such as the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland and Studio West 117. Whether hoisting a rainbow flag high at Pride in the CLE or participating in the MetroHealth Juneteenth Freedom Fest, you’ll find ample opportunity to be an ally in The Land.
Lake Erie provides some of the best opportunities for aquatic entertainment in the United States. Commission a group adventure with BrewBoat CLE at Channel Park Marina on Whiskey Island, enjoy drinks at Edgewater Beach House all summer long, or get all wet steelhead fishing in tributaries like Vermilion River, Rocky River and Conneaut Creek. Even Downtown, behind the Rock Hall, Oasis Marinas at North Coast Harbor is a 53-slip transient marina, which provides kayaks and boat slips for rent.
Just like you, the Destination Cleveland team wants your meeting to be successful. An experienced convention services manager will be assigned to groups with 300+ room nights on peak. This expert event planner assists in coordinating site visits with your event venues and hotels, as well as to provide resources, planning assistance and marketing materials.
Begin promotional efforts as early as the preceding year’s convention. Maps, photos, city guides, promotional material, welcome letters and a social media messaging are available to you at no additional cost. Visit our webpage at www.thisiscleveland.com/meetings/meeting-conferenceservices/marketing-resources.
If your meeting utilizes two or more hotels, our staff will gladly manage all aspects of your group’s housing needs at no cost to you.
Our concierge experts can set up a city information table at your event venue, which offers your attendees restaurant and activity recommendations.
We can show you around venues that fit your needs, as well as help organize public and/or private transportation.
The truth is, you’re hosting your meeting in a really cool city. So, naturally, your attendees want a cool experience to remember. The good news? We do that.
Our Meet + Eat Food Truck Program brings Cleveland’s food scene to the front door of the Huntington Convention Center so your attendees can quickly grab lunch.
Spice up your meeting with curated art that corresponds to your meeting theme. We hand-pick local artists and performers to enhance the atmosphere with music, art and performance.
Our team and our volunteers are available to greet your attendees, assist with wayfinding, distribute your materials and share insider information at the airport, your meeting venue, designated hotels and throughout Downtown Cleveland.
With a remarkable $49 million update, the Huntington Convention Center is far more than just a gathering space. Spanning nearly 519,000 square feet, the space seamlessly accommodates large-scale events or multiple groups at once. The impressive 104,000-squarefoot expansion encompasses state-of-the-art technology and 50 spacious meeting rooms. Meet in style within four luxury suites featuring big-screen TVs and pool tables, or host a grand event in the redesigned 20,000-square-foot Atrium Ballroom (which can be divided into six rooms). The new 11,000-square-foot rooftop terrace is ideal for receptions, offering panoramic city views. Proximity to restaurants, theaters, sports venues and nearly 5,000 hotel rooms make this an exceptional event destination.
BY JEN JONES DONATELLI
BY DOUGLAS J. GUTH BY KEVIN CARPENTER
Sherwin-Williams is rounding the bend on its glossy new Downtown global headquarters. Set for completion by the end of 2025, the one-million-square-foot complex will include a 36-story skyscraper, multi-level parking garage and a two-story pavilion designed to be the “front porch to Public Square.” Cleveland Clinic is also continually expanding its presence, with current projects including a new Neurological Institute on its main campus and an expansion for its Cole Eye Institute. The Clinic has also formed a strategic research partnership with Canon Inc. to create a comprehensive imaging research center (following the Japanese tech giant’s formation of its Canon Medical Systems
Exciting new developments are underway for Cleveland’s beloved institutions.
By Leslie Basalla-McCafferty and Jen Jones Donatelli
is reshaping the city
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is dropping the needle on a massive $135 million expansion. Plugging in the new wing means more space for concerts, traveling exhibits and amped-up artifacts from the archives.
The $1.6 billion evolution of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport kicked off in 2025. Though the project is slated to open in 2032, its initial phase will have an immediate impact—creating 3,600 additional public parking spaces; while a new modernized terminal is constructed with window walls, expansive ticketing areas and high ceilings. In the meantime, it’s easier than ever to get here, thanks to expanded air service on numerous airlines. Take advantage of 10 new direct flights on Frontier Airlines (30 total destinations out of CLE) or hop aboard newer nonstop flights from places like Seattle (Alaska Airlines) and Dublin (Aer Lingus).
BY VINCE GUERRIERI
Downtown Cleveland isn’t just a place to visit, as its population has increased by 22 percent in the past decade. By 2032, there will be an estimated 26,000 people living in the city center— and from repurposed historic buildings to new construction, they’ll have no shortage of options. Redevelopment will begin this year on the 1964-built Erieview Tower, set to include both W Residences and a W Hotel. Nearby on Erieview Plaza, the former Ohio Bell headquarters is now The Bell upscale apartment complex. On the new construction front, the 23-story Skyline 776 features a rooftop pool, doggie daycare and numerous restaurants. Down in the Flats, plans are taking shape for redevelopment of the Scranton Peninsula, and a former parking garage will transform into the Ten60 Bolivar apartments.
The Cleveland Guardians hit a grand slam with their recently completed $202 million renovation of Progressive Field. The ballpark features new seats, a private lounge behind home plate, a beer/food hall and open-air, terraced ticketed boxes.
MUSEUM
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History recently completed its stunning $150 million transformation. A shiny new Visitor Hall sets the tone for re-imagined exhibits in the new Dynamic Earth and Evolving Life wings, plus the new hands-on Ames Family Curiosity Center.
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Clinic are joining forces for the Global Peak Performance Center. Set to become one of the world’s largest athletic training facilities at over 210,000 square feet, the project is part of Bedrock’s $3.5 billion master plan to transform the Cuyahoga Riverfront.
Cleveland’s growing hotel scene ranges from chic boutiques to convention-sized classics
BY SARAH PARR
History meets modern innovation in the newly reopened Hotel Cleveland, one of the latest additions to Marriott’s Autograph Collection.
The hotel’s 491 rooms, 60,000 square feet of event space and cozy lobby signal its $90 million renovation unveiled earlier this summer, along with two new restaurants.
Enjoy breakfast and lunch at Mowrey’s or a casual fine dining experience at Maker while marveling at views of Public Square from the city’s oldest hotel. Since 1918, the name and design may have changed several times, but the iconic Cleveland location remains authentically itself.
Cleveland’s hotel options are ever-expanding, and these exciting projects are just a few in the works.
BY LESLIE BASALLA-MCCAFFERTY
Freshly opened, but flush with vintage flourishes, the Fidelity Hotel breaks the mold. Tucked away on East 6th Street in the historic Baker Building, its rooms come adorned with locallymade bespoke furnishings, and its Art Deco restaurant, The Club Room, exudes retro glam.
Cleveland’s lively city center—boasting restaurants, nightlife and greenspace—is easily accessed on foot from any of the city’s 20 hotels (totaling almost 5,000 rooms). For convenience, 600 Hilton rooms are directly connected to Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, with 1,000+ additional rooms adjacent between the stately Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower, ultra-modern The Westin Cleveland Downtown and historic Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown. Just east of Downtown in culture-rich University Circle, eight more hotels (including the majestic Tudor Arms Hotel and plush InterContinental Cleveland) add another 1,300 rooms into the mix. BY ANNIE ZALESKI
Cleveland Marriott Downtown
If your business keeps you close to CLE Hopkins Airport or the I-X Center, more than 3,000 hotel rooms are available within a five-mile radius of both. West of the city, new rooms are popping up in Westlake and North Olmsted, including The Orbit, a new Wyndham Trademark Collection hotel. With 13 hotels
comprising more than 2,000 rooms, Independence is just south of Cleveland. East, Beachwood has several new hotels including a 145-room AC by Marriott and a 160-room Drury Inn & Suites, both located in the Pinecrest lifestyle center.
BY STEPHANIE RICA
In the Gateway District, the 125-yearold Rose Building is being refreshed as a Marriott Tribute hotel with nine floors of luxe accommodations (plus 154 Marriott-branded apartments). Behind the bronze ground-floor facade, a restaurant and retail will enliven a corner once considered the city’s hub at East 9th and Prospect.
Flanked by Lake Erie, the Rock Hall and the Downtown skyline, Ohio’s first W Hotel is sure to have a breathtaking backdrop. (Talk about a room with a view—or in this case, 210 of them.)
Situated in the Erieview Tower, the 40-story building will also offer a 15,000-square-foot ballroom and a 38th-floor restaurant.
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UNFORGETTABLE EVENTS AND MEALS AWAIT AT THESE NEW HOTSPOTS.
BY REBECCA FERLOTTI
FAHRENHEIT
Get up close and personal at Fahrenheit’s Chef’s Table, an interactive presentation with a globally-inspired tasting menu (up to 18 guests). The rooftop patio also beckons with killer views of the surrounding skyscrapers.
MAKER
On the heels of its recently unveiled renovation, the Hotel Cleveland now offers main-lobby restaurant Maker— a chic space serving up lavish shareable and craft cocktails.
OLIVA
Warehouse District’s newest Italianthemed steakhouse features noseto-tail cooking, a 20-seat counter overlooking the open kitchen and space for up to 100 diners total.
AJ ROCCO’S
Just a short walk from Rocket Arena, AJ Rocco’s can accommodate groups of up to 100 with its fresh take on classic bar food—from pizza to wings to salads.
THE ASTRO RESTAURANT
A new addition to Tower City, The Astro features cosmic cuisine with an all-encompassing sci-fi theme— perfect for large parties of 7+ who want a “far out” experience.
BY ILONA WESTFALL
While Cleveland has no shortage of tried-and-true hotspots, the city is also brimming with brand-new venues ready to host your event or meeting. Downtown’s Five Iron Golf boasts 15 state-of-the-art simulator lounges, a full bar and a festive atmosphere for small or large groups. Skyscrapers set the backdrop for sipping cocktails at The Garden of Eden rooftop lounge atop The Metropolitan at The 9.
Across the Detroit-Superior bridge in trendy Ohio City, Truss offers a gorgeous view of the Downtown skyline. Located near the historic West Side Market, the space features a rooftop terrace and 300-person ballroom. In Tremont, The Elliot can accommodate up to 200 people in a renovated historic church—complete with stained glass windows and a basement speakeasy. Lakewood’s LGBTQ+ entertainment complex, Studio West 117, offers a rainbow of options from sports team-building activities to rooftop parties.
BY REBECCA FERLOTTI
Cleveland is home to some seriously talented chefs—with over a baker’s dozen of James Beard Foundation semifinalists and finalists in the last decade.
Jill Vedaa stands as a three-time semifinalist for Best Chef: Great Lakes with Lakewood mainstay salt+ and recent Larchmere addition Poppy. Fermentation expert Jeremy Umansky of Larder Delicatessen & Bakery landed in the same category in 2022 and 2023 (not to mention a 2019 semifinalist nod for Best New Restaurant).
Across town, EDWINS’ Brandon Chrostowski has received the 2025 James Beard Foundation’s
Impact Award—honoring his visionary approach supporting aspiring chefs reentering the workforce. And Downtown, Cordelia chef Vinnie Cimino was a 2024 finalist for Best Chef: Great Lakes for his farm-fresh take on Grandma’s best recipes.
Downtown may be Cleveland’s heart, but University Circle’s Wade Oval is undoubtedly the brains of the operation. This seven-acre oasis of urban greenspace is marked by a bevy of world-class cultural institutions. Cases in point: Severance Music Center, home of the vaunted Cleveland Orchestra; Cleveland Museum of Art, which recently drew record-breaking summer crowds; and the artifact-packed Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Rounding out the list are the avant-garde Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Cleveland and the butterfly-ridden Cleveland Botanical Garden. Ready to nerd out on Cleveland nostalgia? The Cleveland History Center is your spot.
BY JEN JONES DONATELLI
Make way, Broadway: Playhouse Square offers a world-class theater experience that rivals anything New York City has to offer—with 10 different performance spaces from the majestic Connor Palace to the intimate Hanna Theatre. With over 20 restaurants within walking distance, dinner-and-a-show has never been more doable, and the bustling arts district’s décor just continues to set the stage. Take it all in via the Playhouse Square gateway sign; glittery old-school marquees; and the larger-than-life, Instagram-ready GE Chandelier suspended above Euclid Avenue. BY JEN JONES DONATELLI
Did you know that Cleveland is sunnier than Miami from June through September? And Clevelanders make the most of every second. Lake Erie sunsets take center stage at Voinovich Park, best accompanied by Mexican eats and margaritas on the Nuevo Mod Mex patio. About five minutes West, Edgewater Park beckons with 1,000 feet of swimming access, a fishing pier, dog-friendly vibes and the open-air Edgewater Beach House. For the chance to set sail on Lake Erie, don’t miss the Goodtime III and Lady Caroline cruise ship experiences. BY JEN JONES DONATELLI
We built this city on rock-n-roll, but ethnic flavors and culinary creativity run a very close second. With your appetite as your passport, the entire world is within walking distance—with 200+ Downtown eateries sating diverse tastes for sushi (Sora), Southern food (Zanzibar and House of Creole), Latin-American fusion (Lulo Kitchen) and more. Plus, Downtown makes it easy to keep on truckin’ with food truck events five days a week. Hang out and nosh by Cleveland’s iconic Free Stamp sculpture on Fridays, or enjoy the scene at Perk Park on Wednesdays.
BY TRICIA CHAVES AND JEN JONES DONATELLI
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame features seven levels of out-loud displays, interactive experiences, theaters and concerts. For live music after-hours action, check out the recently renovated Agora Theatre (set in a historic 1913 opera house).
Once a gritty industrial hub, the historic Flats district brims with inviting entertainment options along the Cuyahoga River. Start with drinks at Margaritaville or Thirsty Dog Brewery, then head to Decades for 80’s-and90’s themed dancing.
Pedestrian-friendly East 4th Street beckons with twinkling lights and then delivers with live entertainment at House of Blues and Pickwick & Frolic. Try top chef fare at Cordelia (helmed by Vinnie Cimino) or Mabel’s BBQ (owned by Michael Symon), or bowl some balls at Corner Alley.
By Jen Jones Donatelli
Cleveland’s major league action plays out throughout the calendar, with the Monsters pro ice hockey team and Cavaliers heating up Rocket Arena. The Guardians play it cool at Progressive Field, while the Browns deliver thrilling games at Huntington Bank Field.
Seeking a one-stop shop for your Cleveland Brewery Passport? Ohio City marks the spot, boasting nine neighborhood breweries. Enjoy an Eliot Ness at the granddaddy of them all, Great Lakes Brewery, or opt for a New Haven-style pizza along your with suds at Saucy Brew Works.
Cleveland offers built-in meeting success and attendees with 109,000 diverse companies and a skilled labor force of 2 million
Northeast Ohio has made significant strides in advanced manufacturing, thanks to innovative technologies and the ongoing growth of area job creators. About 10,000 regional smart manufacturing positions have been created in the last two years, fueled by booming sectors including biomedical devices and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). And the wins just keep on coming: Nottingham Spirk recently opened an innovation center at its University Circle facility in partnership with Ernst & Young. In addition, paint and coatings giant Sherwin-Williams grew its Greater Cleveland office employment by 20 percent while rolled steel producer Cleveland-Cliffs expanded its reach through acquisition of AK Steel and ArcelorMittal USA.
By Douglas J. Guth
Cleveland is a bona fide healthcare hub, boasting the most concentrated area of hospitals and medical research centers in the nation. Healthcare systems such as Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals also double as the city’s largest employers with a combined local workforce of more than 49,000 people. Both healthcare systems are at the top of their game—with Cleveland Clinic ranked #2 on Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospitals” list for six years running and University Hospitals having recently launched its Haslam Sports Innovation Center with the aim of becoming the country’s top destination for sports medicine.
Northeast Ohio’s aviation industry is a $3.2 billion powerhouse— leading the way in aerospace design, engineering and production. NASA’s Glenn Research Center stands out, thanks to extensive space simulation facilities like wind tunnels and vacuum chambers. Close to Glenn’s campus, UK-based company Blue Abyss is constructing a cutting-edge extreme environment research and training center for deep sea and space exploration (complete with a hotel). With both located near Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, I-X Center, and leading universities and hospitals, this area represents a bustling hub for aerospace innovation.
By Lisa Galek
Move over, Silicon Valley: the Rust Belt’s fast become a hub for all things innovation. In 2020, Cleveland was ranked #2 in the U.S. with a 19.9% inflow of tech talent, and according to Team NEO, Cleveland has more tech jobs at 58,000 than either Columbus or Pittsburgh. Many of those jobs are based Downtown, where a growing cluster of tech-focused companies includes BrandMuscle, Robot & Pencils and LeanDog. Locally headquartered companies such as Hyland Software and OverDrive are also part of that growth, including Park Place Technologies with its new Mayfield Heights-based headquarters that will house 500 employees.
Sherwin-Williams
Shurtech
THE RITZ-CARLTON, CLEVELAND AND INTERCONTINENTAL CLEVELAND HOTEL MAKE OHIO’S TOP 10 LIST IN U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT’S ANNUAL RANKINGS
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BRING
Formerly a paint manufacturer-turned electric-company, this 68,000-square-foot building sits on three acres with an outdoor rooftop space and convenient access to a multitude of transportation. Boasting panoramic lake and city views, this woman-owned center is unmistakable with its iconic water tower—seamlessly meshing industrial charm with modern function and flair in the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood.
KARAMU HOUSE
A new marquee signals the way to the nation’s oldest producing Black theatre. Located in Cleveland’s Fairfax neighborhood, the establishment houses the 160-seat Jellifffe Theatre and a new black-box theatre seating audiences of up to 80 people. Recent upgrades and additions include an outdoor stage, full-service bistro and fully enclosed pavilion.
BY AJA HANNAH
Located in the Gordon Square Arts District, the aptly named Gordon Green offers several separate areas—including a 5,000-square-foot courtyard and a 10,000-square-foot main floor. Built in 1918, the now LGBTQIA+-owned building was built in 1918, and preservation efforts have been made to restore its hardwood floors, tin ceiling and large skylights.
As the name suggests, the LEED-certified facility is LGBTQIA+-owned. At 15,000 square feet with moving partitions, the flexible space can be rented out for everything from intimate conference rooms to full floors to the entire center. The open-concept floors are bright with pops of color.
In 2023, Cleveland hosted 29% more events than in 2022. With bookings through 2031, our city’s minority, women and LGBTQIA+ service providers ensure stress-free planning for events of all sizes.
For event planning and design, companies such as Plum City Events and Covesa Kelly Events make it easy to get the lay of The Land. The former taps its local expertise to handle client logistics—freeing clients to focus on delivering engaging content and interacting with attendees. The latter has been hailed as the #1 wedding planning company on Fox8’s “Hot List” for three years running, but its services go far beyond weddings to produce successful events for corporations, small businesses and nonprofits.
In addition to providing exquisite floral arrangements, Urban Orchard collaborates with local artists, growers and suppliers to create exclusive attendee gifts. Not just a vendor, Licursi Bartending manages everything from consulting to event execution with seamless cohesion and a white-glove touch—all while expertly crafting cocktails made with the finest ingredients.
BY TRICIA L. CHAVES
Get a diverse perspective on Cleveland’s “don’t-miss” destinations, thanks to this trio of LGBTQIA+-owned businesses. Extend your stay at the 1868-built Clifford House. With its prime Ohio City location, the West Side Market and numerous shops, eateries and brew pubs are just steps away. With more than 51,000 Instagram followers, CLEfoodies Food Tours is the ultimate insider on where to nosh in Northeast Ohio—and its VIP food tours bring their feed to life to get you fed. For those who seek to arrive in style, Statement Limousine helps you do just that with limo and party bus rentals for up to 50 folks.
CLEfoodies Food Tours
BY TRICIA L. CHAVES
This LGBTQ+-owned caterer boasts a wide clientele as the exclusive caterer for Tenk West Bank and Cleveland Botanical Garden and featured caterer for the Goodtime III cruise. This full-service event planning company specializes in high-end benefits, corporate and social gatherings.
Registered nurse-turned-chef Tiwanna Scott-Williams (proprietor of Pearl’s Kitchen at Rocket Arena) brings inspired comfort food to soirees of every size with her catering company—A+ rated by Better Business Bureau.
VEGAN VYBEZ
Even omnivores will appreciate the menu from chef Charene Bradley, where plantbased takes on Afro-Panamanian and Afro-Caribbean cuisine include a crowdpleasing jerk-marinated jackfruit taco bar. Note: Seven days’ notice is required on all catering orders.
Macarons, custom branded cakes and cupcake towers are just a few options offered by this black-owned confectionary to make your gathering extra-sweet…or extra-saucy. (Did we mention they also sell boozy cupcakes?)
Consider it team-building for your group’s tastebuds: this woman-owned business invites groups to get hands-on crafting cake pops together. Other event offerings include cake pop wall rentals and a trio of PopFleet vehicles that dole out delicious treats.
KNOWS SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS IS GOOD BUSINESS
HUNTINGTON CONVENTION CENTER
How did Cleveland’s convention center obtain LEED Gold certification? Let us count the ways! Smart lighting, a Grind2Energy program converting food waste to energy and five water refill stations that reduce the use of 26,000+ plastic bottles annually give this 500,000+-square-foot space the green edge.
The ballpark boasts 42 solar panels to power 400 TV sets, not to mention the recent addition of a solar array on the roof behind home plate to further decrease CO2 emissions and energy costs. The ballpark fights waste by composting, recycling and donating leftover food. New event spaces will be available in 2025.
BY SARAH PARR
Find jaw-dropping 270-degree views of the Cleveland skyline and miles of lakefront at TRUSS, which sits atop INTRO Cleveland (the largest mass timber structure in the country).
With a 6,000-square-foot main event hall and nearly 4,000-square-foot outdoor terrace, this rooftop venue can accommodate up to 700 guests.
With an almost 10,000-square-foot ballroom, several conference spaces and floor-to-ceiling city views, Case Western Reserve University offers flexible spaces for all kinds of events. The venue has earned LEED Gold status for its green roof, solar panels, water refill stations, radiant heating and energyefficient curtain wall.
Huntington
Convention Center’s Green Roof
BY LESLIE BASALLA-MCCAFFERTY
BY VINCE GUERRIERI
Open since 2016, this 600-room hotel will play home to the 2024 Climate Leadership conference—an apt choice in light of its LEED Silver status (recognizing sustainable features such as smart thermometers and low-flow toilets and the use of recycled material in construction).
Sustainability is always on tap at Great Lakes Brewing Co.—where solar panels fuel the brewhouse and delivery vehicles burn fryer oil instead of gasoline. Rust Belt Riders composts food scraps from homes and businesses (including Rocket Arena and the West Side Market) into nutrient-rich soil. Citywide drop-off sites make reducing food waste more accessible for all. And Rid-All Green Partnership is so much more than an urban farm—this Kinsman neighborhood agriculture campus is busting food deserts, planting trees, incubating culinary start-ups and bringing farming education to underserved areas. (Rent its community kitchen for special events such as catered lunches/dinners and food tastings with local chefs.)
Daydreaming about custom furniture? Rustbelt Reclamation will handcraft your vision using wood harvested within 200 miles of its Midtown workshop. Its “Tree to Table” program helps homeowners turn property hazard trees into heirloom treasures.
This 206-unit luxury hotel in Cleveland’s Tower City complex involves its guests in its sustainability efforts through socially responsible Impact Experiences. In Cleveland, that takes the form of volunteerism and a group meal at the city’s landmark Cultural Gardens.
A Downtown landmark for generations, this modernist 484-room hotel is LEEDcertified with features including an LED-lit exterior, reflective “cool roof” and double-paneled windows. The lobby, restored with the hotel in 2014, features ample natural light as well.
BY AJA HANNAH
One of Downtown’s most venerable buildings—newly restored to show off its red brick façade—this trendy 128-room boutique hotel features energy-efficient touches such as LED bulbs, motion-activated HVAC and refillable bathroom amenities.
Fondly known by Clevelanders as “The RTA,” the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority’s commitment to sustainability shines through with its Silver Level recognition from the American Public Transportation Association. Both the Brookpark Rapid Transit Station and the Stephanie Tubbs
Jones Transit Center are LEED Silvercertified, and the East 79th Street Red Line station received SITES certification in 2021. Ride one of 21 hybrid-electric vehicles on the Healthline from Downtown to University Circle, or hop aboard one of 162 Clean Natural Gas buses to experience green transportation in motion.
Whatever mode of transport, you’ll find Cleveland is accessible and wonderfully walkable
Airlines
United Airlines
1240 Huron Rd. E, Ste. 410 Cleveland, OH 44115
800.864.8331 | 800.426.1122 united.com Ad on pg. 32
Car Rental Agencies
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Airport
19601 Maplewood Ave., Cleveland, OH 44135
216.898.2200 | 800.736.82227 enterprise.com
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Downtown
1802 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114
216.348.0700 | 800.736.82227 enterprise.com
National Car Rental Airport 18809 Maplewood Ave. Cleveland, OH 44135
216.912.3917 nationalcar.com
Cruises
CLE Tiki Barge
1180 Main Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
833.747.2929 cletikibarge.com
GOODTIME III
825 East Ninth St. Pier Cleveland, OH 44114
216.861.5110 | 888.916.7447 goodtimeiii.com Ad on pg. 21
Lady Caroline Flats West Bank 1153 Main Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44113
216.696.8888 | ladycaroline.com
Ad on pg. 75
Limousines +
Black Car Services
A-1 Mr. Limo Inc. 29555 Lakeland Blvd. Wickliffe, OH 44092
440.943.5466 | 888.402.5466
a1mrlimo.com
Jim’s Livery Service LLC 1488 Westwood Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
216.390.5610 | jimstaxilimo.com
Statement Limousine, LLC 3901 Colorado Ave. Sheffield Village, OH 44054
440.949.2220 | statementlimo.com
TL Worldwide Transportation 1550 Industrial Pkwy. Akron, OH 44310
330.733.5372 | 800.799.5001 thomaslimousine.com
Party Bus
A-1 Mr. Limo Inc.
29555 Lakeland Blvd. Wickliffe, OH 44092
440.943.5466 | 888.402.5466
a1mrlimo.com
TL Worldwide Transportation 1550 Industrial Pkwy. Akron, OH 44310
330.733.5372 | 800.799.5001 thomaslimousine.com
Jim’s Livery Service LLC 1488 Westwood Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107
216.390.5610 | jimstaxilimo.com
Statement Limousine, LLC 3901 Colorado Ave. Sheffield Village, OH 44054 440.949.2220 statementlimo.com
Public Transportation
Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) 1240 West Sixth St., Cleveland, OH 44113 216.621.9500 | riderta.com
Tour Operators
A Great Day! Tours and Charter Bus Service
375 Treeworth Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44147
440.526.5350 | 800.362.4905 greatdaytours.com
Anderson Coach & Travel One Anderson Plaza Greenville, PA 16125 724.588.8310 | 800.345.3435 goanderson.com
Barons Bus Inc. 13315 Brookpark Rd. Cleveland, OH 44130
440.882.3703 | 888.378.3823 baronsbus.com Bus.com Cleveland 855.426.1717 bus.com/cities/cleveland
Cleveland Charter Bus Rentals
6595 Roswell Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30328
216.238.0669
clevelandcharterbusrentals.com
Precious Cargo Transportation, Inc.
P.O. Box 23617
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
440.543.9272 | pctbus.com
Train Tours
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
P.O. Box 158, Peninsula, OH 44264
330.439.5708 | 800.468.4070 | cvsr.com Ad on pg. 34
Transportation Management
Discover My Cleveland 5815 Landerbrook Dr., #24162 Cleveland, OH 44124
216.369.9399
discovermycleveland.com Ad on pg. 21
FERN
The Bradley Building 1220 W. 6th St., Ste. 307 Cleveland, OH 44113
216.771.0940 | 888.621.3376 fernexpo.com
North Coast Collective 4423 Coe Ave. North Olmsted, OH 44070
330.472.3197
northcoast-collective.com
Plum City Events 21640 Hilliard Blvd. Rocky River, OH 44116
330.310.6026 | plumcityevents.com Ad on pg. 87
Huntington Convention Center
Accessibility matters—and these facilities and venues reflect that in their design and ethos. For those with sensory considerations, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame provides sensory bags with fidget toys and noise-dampening headphones, while Playhouse Square offers special sensory-friendly performances and designated calming areas. The Rock Hall also provides interpreters for those deaf or hard of hearing. Rocket Arena keeps accessibility at the forefront with braille signage; a sensory room and weighted lap pads; and amplification and hearing aid-compatible devices.
Both the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and adjacent Hilton Cleveland Downtown are ADA-compliant, with the latter providing mobility features such as wide doors, roll-in showers and hearing-accessible rooms with visible alarm and notification devices.
Over at Edgewater Park , all-terrain wheelchairs are available to traverse the sandy beach, while ramps lead the way to the second floor of Edgewater Beach House (where Technicolor sunsets await).
BY ANNIE ZALESKI
Accessibility options abound upon arrival at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Each airline offers wheelchair assistance to
and from planes; just ask at the ticketing counter or curbside check-ins. The on-demand taxi fleet includes lift-equipped vehicles, while the shuttles to car rental facilities also have accessible lifts or ramps. Accessible parking spaces and restrooms are also available throughout the airport.
All Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) buses, trains, trolleys and Health Line vehicles are ADAcompliant. For those who need more specialized travel options, GCRTA also operates a paratransit service that provides door-to-door transportation, but it’s best to call ahead at 216.621.9500.
THESE PROVIDERS CAN HELP MAKE YOUR VISIT MORE ENJOYABLE
BY ANNIE ZALESKI
The Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center offers 24-hour sign language interpreting and a Spoken Language Interpreting (SLI) service; the latter can be used via phone or virtually with video on a WiFi-enabled laptop, tablet or desktop.
Call to reserve a ride in advance from Provide a Ride or Freedom 2 Go Transportation, which offers ADA-compliant vehicles. Superpedestrian includes LINK adaptive vehicles designed to work with a manual wheelchair in its offerings.
Rocking Mobility offers mobility scooter and wheelchair rentals, while Services for Independent Living loans equipment such as walkers, canes, crutches and shower chairs.
BY KEVIN CARPENTER
By Car
Cleveland is located within 500 miles of 50% of the United States population and is ideally situated at the intersection off three major interstate highways, namely I-90, I-77 and I-71 and along the Ohio Turnpike I-80. Easy routes and excellent positioning provide shorter drive times than other Midwest destinations.
Trains arrive and depart from Amtrak’s Downtown station at North Coast Harbor. The Lake Shore Limited and Capitol Limited routes connect attendees to Cleveland from other major cities, including Chicago, Pittsburgh, Washington D.C. and New York City.
CLE Hopkins Airport offers dedicated taxicab service by Ace Taxi and Americab. Taxis can be found on the Baggage Claim level by carousel #11. Cleveland is also serviced by Uber and Lyft.
Rent shared mobility scooters for quick and easy transportation around Cleveland. The following e-scooters – Bird, Lime, Spin and Superpedestrian - are available from 5am to 9pm, daily. Download the respective app and you’re on your way.
With over 50 bus routes (and 6,000 stops) to choose from, passengers get a front row seat to the architecture, murals and parks that give CLE its distinctive look and feel. Embrace the journey one ride at a time.
The HealthLine Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) rolls east down the Euclid Corridor (extending out to University Circle and beyond), while the Cleveland State Line BRT heads into the western suburbs— including a stop at shopping mecca Crocker Park.
Our Red Line heavy-rail connects 18 stations from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tower City to Windermere in East Cleveland. The Red Line also affords easy access to the lively Ohio City and Little Italy neighborhoods. The Blue & Green Line light-rail service brings the East Side to life. The Shaker Square and Van Aken retail and dining districts are just a short ride away.
Hop aboard the B-Line Downtown Trolley and explore local faves in Cleveland’s Warehouse, Convention Center and Public Square districts. No bus fare necessary— service is “free with a smile,” thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
Each trip on Cleveland’s public transportation system gets you there without breaking the bank. Fares start at $2.50 for one-way trips and $5 for an unlimited use daily pass. Freeway access into Downtown Cleveland
Baltimore, MD 371/599 7 Boston, MA 622/1068 10 Buffalo, NY 200/323 3 Charleston, WV 252/408 4 Charlotte, NC 518/839 9 Chicago, IL 345/557 6 Detroit, MI 173/279 3 Grand Rapids, MI 311/504
Louis, MO 529/856
NY 335/542
FLY TIMES TO CLEVELAND
By The Numbers
216.265.6000 clevelandairport.com | 5300 Riverside Dr., Cleveland, OH 44181 Ad on pg. 39.
Located just 12 miles southwest of Downtown, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is Ohio’s busiest airport, serving more than 10 million passengers annually. CLE offers over 150 daily departures to 45 nonstop destinations across the US, to Canada, Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Passengers can choose from a total of 11 airlines including: Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit, Sun Country and United. CLE offers travelers the best combination of full service, low cost and ultra-low-cost airlines and airfares.
CLE’s concessions program features 30+ food & beverage locations including quick service, fast casual and sit-down restaurants. Brands include favorites such as Panini’s Bar & Grill, Chick-fil-A, Great Lakes Brewing Company and more.
CLE offers free WiFi throughout the terminal and concourses, connect to CLE-Guest.
CLE has 24-hour curb-side valet parking and a 4,200-space Smart Parking Garage connected to the terminal with a system to guide travelers to an open space. There are two canopied lots on the airport campus; the Red Lot and the Blue Lot, which are located just north of the terminal. The airport’s Orange Lot is surface parking located on the opposite side of the Smart Parking Garage from the terminal. The airport also has the Brown Lot surface parking located on Rocky River Dr. just north of Brookpark Rd., north of the airport campus near the rental car center
CLE’s taxi fleet is without meters and fares are determined before you enter the cab. All vehicles are equipped with GPS and in-car cameras, credit cards are always welcome. Taxis are located on Baggage Claim Level by Carousel 11. Hotel shuttles pick up in the Ground Transportation Center located outside Door 1 on the baggage claim level. Shared ride services, Lyft and Uber pick up on the arrivals level, just select the door where you desire to be met. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) offers convenient rail service between CLE and Downtown Cleveland. The trip takes 25 minutes; Red Line trains depart from the CLE Terminal Lower Level every 20 minutes.
Burke Lakefront Airport (BKL) brings business closer within steps of a thriving downtown scene. Burke Lakefront Airport offers business general aviation passengers unfettered access to everything Cleveland has to offer. BKL is an efficient, high-capacity, full-service airport providing travelers with safe, enjoyable and hassle-free air transportation experience. Signature Flight Support offers fueling, maintenance and aircraft parking.
Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) is home to the lowest fares in the region and some of the shortest lines, as well as nonstop flights to your favorite destinations. Located within an hour of Cleveland, CAK delivers big airport amenities and small airport feel with on-site parking in front of the terminal (where airlines including Allegiant, American, United and Breeze Airways await). Guests can also enjoy hotel shuttles; limo and taxi service; and curbside drop-off/pickup. Akron-Canton Airport, a better way to go.
A business meeting. Family reunion. A tour of rock n’ roll history. Pro football’s best tailgating scene. And let’s not forget our free world-renowned art museum, irresistible restaurants, and cultural hidden gems.
No matter what brings you to Cleveland, CLE is here to welcome you with well over 250 daily departures and arrivals on one of 45+ nonstop routes.
1 Center Court Cleveland, Ohio 44115
216.554.3307
rocketarena.com
Unveiled in September 2019, Rocket Arena modernized the venue with the latest technology and innovative designs that feature new and re-imaged spaces. Banquet spaces can be customized to your needs to provide the perfect setting to host a luncheon, reception, or meeting in the exciting atmosphere that Rocket Arena provides.
• 154,740 sq. ft. of event space
• 19 banquet and hospitality spaces
• 4 unforgettable entertainment experiences
• 13 local culinary partners
Cleveland’s hallmark venues are drawing crowds
Ranking among the most technologically advanced convention centers in the world, the Huntington Convention Center is dedicated to bringing you the best in event technology services. In-house partners, Edlen Electric and Mills James, are committed to making every event an unforgettable experience by providing reliable audio-visual and electrical equipment/service, high-speed technology and an onsite support team.
• HD projection, monitors, signage, gobos, lighting, image magnification, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, mixer systems and recording
• Cisco access points every 30-50 feet, ensuring full connectivity no matter where you are in the center.
• Our in-house expert IT team will keep your event running smoothly, providing the most up-to-date event technology features, equipment, and bandwidth.
1 MILLION
Levy is the exclusive Food & Beverage provider at the Huntington Convention Center. Whether it’s the famous 48-hour short ribs, house-made pierogis, or innovative creations from our onsite Urban Farm, each bite is a testament to the dedication and creativity from the award-winning culinary team. Levy’s belief is that food is more than just sustenance.
Features Include:
• Features Include:
• On-site farm provides livestock, seasonal greens, herbs, vegetables and honey production.
• Locally sourced, organically raised produce, poultry and pork from partnerships with Farmer Lee Jones at The Chef’s Garden and the West Side Market.
By The Numbers
518,840
2 25,000 SQUARE FEET OF CLASS A EXHIBIT SPACE
1 1,000 SQUARE-FOOT
32,000 SQUARE-FOOT COLUMN-FREE GRAND BALLROOM
100,000
2 0,000 SQUARE-FOOT ATRIUM BALLROOM
Exhibit Halls
Ballrooms
Meeting Rooms
Exhibit Hall Concessions
Show Offices
Campus Connections to Hilton and Public Auditorium
Huntington Park Garage Tunnel
Water Bottle Refill Stations
Starbucks/Bagel Blvd.
The UPS Store
Public Restrooms
Back of House
Elevators
500 Lakeside Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114-1099
216.348.2275
clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-works/public-auditorium-and-conference-center
The Cleveland Public Auditorium has hosted it all — Republican National Conventions, Cleveland State University basketball games, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions, and even The Beatles. The multi-purpose performing arts, entertainment, and exposition facility opened in 1922, but recently received $5 million in upgrades to the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
Built in the grand opera tradition, Cleveland’s “classic auditorium” also has a conference center with 15 meeting rooms (accommodating 10 to 700), while the performing arts area features a 10,000-seat “Public Hall” auditorium, 2,800-seat Cleveland Music Hall, and 600-seat Little Theater. The exhibition facilities accommodates up to 150 exhibits with 29,700 square feet of space and the option to divide that space into four. Food service has the capacity to serve up to 2,000 people, from banquet to buffet.
The complex is connected to the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland via underground
and convenient to hotels, restaurants,
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, The Lodge and Conference Center at Geneva-on-the-Lake is at the heart of Ohio’s wine country—surrounded by 30 vineyards and wineries, Geneva State Park, excellent golf links and Lake Erie’s southern shore. The popular resort also offers over 8,500 square feet of flexible banquet space.
Following a $25 million renovation (as part of its 2019 purchase by Cedar Fair), Sawmill Creek Resort offers 35,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and so much more. The 239-room resort features a Tom Faziodesigned golf course, indoor and outdoor pool with cabanas and a nature preserve.
Ziplining and water-sliding are all in a day’s work at Sandusky-based Kalahari Resorts & Conventions. This 215,000-square-foot convention center keeps it professional with a full-service business center and 39 functional meeting rooms— and brings the fun with a 12,000-square-foot wave pool, full-service spa and plenty of waterslides.
Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa makes every event a special occasion with its straight-outta-Tuscany vibes and warm hospitality. Located about an hour south of Cleveland in Canton, the venue offers both indoor and outdoor venue options for up to 300 people.
Ariel Broadway Hotel
301 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052 440.246.6669 arielbroadwayhotel.com
2 rooms | 4,880 sq. ft.
Largest Room: 4,440 sq. ft.
Huntington Bank Field
100 Alfred Lerner Way Cleveland, OH 44114 440.824.3546 huntingtonbankfield.com/ host-an-event
12 rooms | 83,000 sq. ft.
Largest Room: 22,500 sq. ft. Ad on pg. 53
Corporate College East 4400 Richmond Rd. Warrensville Hts., OH 44128 216.987.2800 corporatecollege.com
28 rooms | 34,586 sq. ft.
Largest Room: 3,800 sq. ft.
Emerald Event Center 33040 Just Imagine Dr., Avon, OH 44011 440.937.0909 marriott.com/cleab
7 rooms | 16,084 sq. ft.
Largest Room: 6,700 sq. ft.
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky, OH 44870 419.433.7200 kalahariresorts.com
39 rooms | 215,000 sq. ft. Largest Room: 38,232 Ads on pgs. 54 and 55
The Lodge & Conference
Center at Geneva-on-the-Lake
440.466.7100 | 800.801.9982
thelodgeatgeneva.com
4888 N. Broadway
Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041
9 rooms | 8,500 sq. ft.
Largest Room: 5,412 Ad on pg. 69
Progressive Field 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, OH 44115
216.420.4487
cleguardians.com/events
1 room | 36,000 sq. ft. Ad on pg. 77
Rocket Arena 1 Center Ct., Cleveland, OH 44115 216.420.2000
rocketarena.com
| sawmillcreek.com
22 rooms | 35,000 sq. ft.
Largest Room: 15,750 sq. ft. Ad on pg. 71
Wolstein Center at Cleveland State University 2000 Prospect Ave. , Cleveland, OH 44115
216.687.9292
wolsteincenter.com
11 rooms | 42,832 sq. ft. Largest Room: 24,000 sq. ft. Ad on pg. 49
Reimagined Space
In 2022, the I-X Center went through a multi-million re-imagination of the building which was designed to allow more exciting shows to come to Cleveland. The facility provides more than 600,000 square feet of flexible event and meeting space. The spacious halls range from 32,000 square feet to 112,500 square feet and can be combined for maximum flexibility. A 12,000-square-foot pre-function space leads to the 16,000-square-foot Ballroom that can seat up to 800 for banquets. The lower level Conference Center features 26 meeting rooms of varying size with access to the 40,000-square-foot Concourse Exhibit Hall, perfect for intimate trade shows.
Situated adjacent to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, the I-X Center is surrounded by five major interstates and more than 3,000 hotel rooms within a 5-mile radius, including the center’s official hotel partner Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport. On-site parking can accommodate 7,200 vehicles along with 40 acres of outdoor space for exterior possibilities. Managed by the Oak View Group (OVG), the center provides top-notch food and beverage and exceptional guest service, while Smart City Networks and Edlen provides WiFi and electrical services, respectively.
600,000 SQUARE FEET OF FLEXIBLE MEETING AND EVENT SPACE
By
The Numbers
40,000 SQUARE-FOOT LOWER-LEVEL EXHIBIT HALL
40 Acres OF
16,000 SQUARE FOOT BALLROOM WITH 12,000-SQUARE-FOOT PRE-FUNCTION SPACE
A TOP 30 BEST CONVENTION CENTER IN AMERICA BY THE WALL STREET JOURNAL MEETING ROOMS TOTALING
This space includes Halls A-E plus the Grand Ballroom.
This space includes Concourse Exhibit Hall.
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is the perfect place to hold your meeting. Big or small, we’ll make sure your attendees are taken care of. Our talented culinary team is ready to create a tailored group dining experience to delight your guests. With a full-service spa, and world-class dining options, Kalahari has everything you need, and the amenities your guests want, to ensure your event is successful.
› 215,000 square feet of flexible event space
› Two hours or less from major cities
› Diverse team-building options available on-site
› Six food & beverage options
› 890 guest rooms & suites
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky, Ohio, offers a unique all-under-one roof experience for your next meeting. With state-of-the-art, fully customizable meeting spaces and a dedicated team providing firstclass service, Kalahari makes planning your event simple. Offering over 215,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space featuring three ballrooms, multiple meeting rooms and hospitality suites, as well as a full-service business center, complimentary WiFi and on-site parking. Kalahari has everything you need, and the amenities your guests want, to ensure a successful event.
Recently awarded Best Indoor Waterpark for the second year in a row by the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions makes your meeting or event a destination the whole family can enjoy. Waterpark passes are included for all registered guests and with one-, two-, and three-bedroom entertainment suites, Kalahari has accommodations to fit any size group.
Sandusky
7000 Kalahari Dr. Sandusky, OH, 44870 855.411.4605 877.KALAHARI kalaharimeetings.com/ohio
When it comes to your event, think bigger. We’ve got the flexible space you need, the first-class service you want, and the unrivaled amenities guests care about. With a luxurious spa, enticing on-site restaurants, diverse shopping options and newly expanded venues, your attendance-increasing event is sure to be incredible. Go beyond your typical convention to an unconventional experience that’s beyond belief.
Welcome to Kalahari.
With our world-class entertainment and amusement options and signature dining experiences, your guests will never have to leave the resort. The site features an over 125,000-sq.-ft. indoor waterpark, with thrilling waterslides, a lazy river, swim-up bars, a kids’ area, private cabanas and more. Pair it with our large game room/adventure park – escape rooms, blacklight mini-golf, laser tag and hundreds of arcade games – you’ll find entertainment options for the whole family. When it comes to dining, our talented culinary team is ready to curate a tailored group dining experience to delight your guests. Plus, your guests will be steps away from award-winning on-site dining options including signature restaurants, grab-and-go quick bites and handmade coffee and bakery. If relaxation and pampering is the goal, guests can get away from it all at the full-service Spa Kalahari. They can delight in a luxurious massage, nail and hair care services, body treatments or detoxification in the Halotherapy Himalayan salt room.
Located near major cities including Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is the perfect destination for your next event, easily accessible for your guests, but far enough away for them to completely immerse themselves in a unique and unforgettable convention experience.
With 600 guest rooms, 50,000 square feet of event space, directly connected access to the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and walkability to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, East 4th Street, Playhouse Square and more - Hilton Cleveland Downtown is the perfect base for exploring the city.
Largest hotel in Downtown Cleveland
Stunning lakefront views
Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout Premiere 32nd floor rooftop bar
Three dining outlets plus a 24/7 grab & go market
Three-time Connie Award winning property, named top Hilton in the Americas (2018, 2019, 2023)
From luxury to boutique, we’ve got a room to rest your head
216.696.5600
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Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade 216.575.1234 | 800.233.1234 cleveland.regency.hyatt.com 420 Superior Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114 Ad on pg. 72
Kimpton Schofield
216.357.3250 | 877.363.2377 theschofieldhotel.com
2000 E. 9th St., Cleveland, OH 44115
Metropolitan Hotel at The 9 216.239.1200 | the9cleveland.com 2017 E. 9th St., Cleveland, OH 44115 Ad on pg. 63
Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland Downtown
216.443.9043 | marriott.com/cleri 527 Prospect Ave. E, Cleveland, OH 44115
The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
216.623.1300 | 800.686.2770 ritzcarlton.com/cleveland 1515 W. 3rd St., Cleveland, OH 44113 Ad on pg. 64
The Westin Cleveland Downtown
216.771.7700 | 800.321.1090 | westincleveland.com 777 St. Clair Ave. NE, Cleveland, OH 44114 Ad on pg. 65
216.231.8900
1360 West Mall Drive
Cleveland, Ohio 44114
216.696.9200 | 800.834.7260 clevelandmarriottdowntown.com
Meeting Rooms: 16 Total Meeting Space: 17,078 sq. f t.
Experience the spacious style and convenience of the newly renovated Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower. Our hotel is within walking distance of local attractions, including the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Cleveland Convention Center. Enjoy contemporary rooms or suites with amenities like plush bedding, minirefrigerators and views of Lake Erie.
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St. Clair Avenue NE Cleveland, Ohio 44114 216.771.7700 westincleveland.com
Featuring over 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, 484 guestrooms with views of the lake or city and a downtown location in walking distance to all the food and entertainment Cleveland is known for, The Westin Cleveland Downtown is the ideal hotel for your next meeting or event.
Holiday Inn Mentor
OH 44143
440.951.7333 | 888.465.4329 holidayinn.com/mentoroh 7701 Reynolds Rd., Mentor, OH 44060
Hyatt Place Cleveland Lyndhurst/Legacy Village
216.413.5274 | 888.492.8847 clevelandlyndhurst.place.hyatt.com 24665 Cedar Rd., Lyndhurst, OH 44124
Staybridge Suites Cleveland East
440.442.9200 | 800.238.8000
staybridgesuites.com/clevelandeast 6103 Landerhaven Dr., Mayfield Hts., OH 44124
The Lodge & Conference Center at Geneva-on-the-Lake
440.466.7100 | 800.801.9982
thelodgeatgeneva.com
4888 N. Broadway, Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041
Ad on pg. 69
Captivate your audience at InterContinental Cleveland.
From our high-tech, 500-seat Bank of America Amphitheater to our glamorous 8,000-square-foot Founders Ballroom, experience unrivaled amenities in an unforgettable destination.
Live the InterContinental Life.
iccleveland.com 855.765.8709 9801 Carnegie
One of the most technologically advanced meeting destinations in North America, featuring more than 35,000 square feet of event space including the 500-seat Bank of America Amphitheater, 8,800-squarefoot Founders Ballroom and other meeting rooms. Table 45 Restaurant and Bar offers modern American cuisine and North Coast Cafe is casual & convenient.
Comfort Inn Independence
216.328.7777 | choicehotels.com
6191 Quarry Ln., Independence, OH 44131
Courtyard by Marriott Independence
216.901.9988 | 800.228.9290
courtyard.com/cleci
5051 West Creek Rd., Independence, OH 44131
Embassy Suites Hotel Cleveland Rockside
216.986.9900 | 800.362.2779 clevelandindependence.embassysuites.com 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd., Independence, OH 44131
Extended Stay America Premier Suites 216.328.1060 | 888.492.8847
extendedstayamerica.com
6025 Jefferson Dr., Independence, OH 44131
Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland/Twinsburg 330.405.4488 | 877.782.9444 clevelandtwinsburg.hgi.com 8971 Wilcox Dr.,Twinsburg, OH 44087
Residence Inn by Marriott Independence 216.520.1450 | 800.331.3131 marriott.com/clein 5101 W. Creek Rd.,
Wyndham Independence
216.447.1300 | wyndhamhotels.com 6200 Quarry Lane, Independence, OH 44131
Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa
330.497.1000 | gervasivineyard.com 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, OH 44721 Ad on pg. 81
Best Western Plus Strongsville
440.238.8800 | bestwestern.com 15471 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136
Courtyard by Marriott Airport North
440.716.9977 | 880.321.2211 marriott.com/cleno
4888 North Broadway Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio 44041 440.466.7100 | 866-826-9975 TheLodgeAtGeneva.com
With picturesque lakeside scenery, in the heart of Wine Country, The Lodge is the top destination for productive meetings and remarkable events. Our dedicated staff and 8,500 sq. ft. of flexible space set the stage for your success. Meetings come to life with state-of-the-art audio/visual support. Let’s meet lakeside!
Successful group events happen in places people are happy to visit. The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake provides 8,500 square feet of flexible meeting space and a charming Ohio Wine Country setting. Treat your team to a lakeside escape that’s close to Cleveland and close to perfect. Plan your retreat today.
TheLodgeAtGeneva.com | (866) 826-9975 4888 North Broadway, Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio meetings by
Rooms
101 Standard | 8 Suites 25 Cottages Total Meeting Rooms: 9
• Comfortable rooms, suites & cottages
• Wine shuttle & restaurant
• Zipline & adventure course
• Stunning views of Lake Erie
We are centrally located off I-480, within minutes of Downtown Cleveland and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
81 modernized guest rooms • 1,200 sq. ft. of meeting space
Updated technology and public spaces • Competitive pricing
Each meeting room is equipped with a 55” TV and wet bar, while our lobby offers a 24-hour hot beverage station, business nooks, high-speed Internet and wireless printing service. Take the work out of meetings with Hampton!
Hampton Inn Cleveland-Airport/ Tiedeman Road
10305 Cascade Crossing, Brooklyn, Ohio, 44144 216.929.8400 • ClevelandAirportTiedeman.HamptonInn.com
400 Sawmill Creek Huron, Ohio 44839
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com 236 Rooms Features
Total Meeting Rooms: 22
Total Meeting Space: 35,000 sq. f t.
Standard | 22 Suites
• Conference center can host 1,200+ people
• Tom Fazio designed golf course
• Group activities and team building
• Official resort of Cedar Point
Elevate your events to unparalleled heights at the newly renovated Sawmill Creek. Whether hosting intimate gatherings or expansive conferences, our resort is meticulously designed to motivate and inspire your attendees.
Spanning over 35,000 square feet, our flexible indoor and outdoor meeting spaces are tailored to meet your unique needs.
If you’re ready to plan a meeting that thinks outside the box, remember that great ideas are fostered by great environments. Plan your next corporate gathering or event at Glidden House.
Located in a landmark building constructed in 1890, Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade provides a historic hotel experience with convenient access to Downtown Cleveland amenities. Only a 5-minute walk to the Huntington Convention Center. 1901
cleveland.hyatt.com
premier retail community offering over 90 retailers and 20 restaurants. Featuring free WiFi, fitness center, pool, lobby lounge, meeting space.
Unconventional spaces offer settings for every style
Acqua
collisionbendbrewery.com
The Corner Alley Downtown @ E. 4th
216.298.4104 thecorneralley.com
Fahrenheit 216.781.8858 fahrenheitrestaurants.com
Flannery’s Pub
216.781.7782 flanneryscle.com
The Foundry Community Rowing and Sailing Center
440.596.7069 clevelandfoundry.org
The Garden of Eden 216.331.6318 thegardenofedenrooftop.com
Ad on pg. 63
Great Lakes Science Center 216.694.2000 greatscience.com Ad on pg. 7
Greater Cleveland Aquarium 216.862.8803 greaterclevelandaquarium.com Ad on pg. 75
Hofbrauhaus Brewpub 216.621.2337 hofbrauhauscleveland.com
House of Blues Cleveland 216.274.3353 specialevents.livenation.com
Jacobs Pavilion 440.247.2722 jacobspavilion.com Ad on inside back cover
Il Venetian 216.241.4800 www.ilvenetian.com
JACK Cleveland Casino 216.297.4777 jackentertainment.com/ cleveland
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville 216.615.8855 margaritavillecleveland.com
Lady Caroline 216.696.8888 ladycaroline.com Ad on pg. 75
Lago East Bank 216.862.8065 lagoeastbank.com
Mallorca Restaurant 216.687.9494 mallorcacle.com
Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar
216.523.7000 marbleroomcle.com
Mather Mansion at Cleveland State University 216.523.7203 csuohio.edu/conference-service
Merwin’s Wharf 216.664.5696 clevelandmetroparks.com
Morton’s The Steakhouse 216.621.6200 mortons.com
Nautica Waterfront District 216.861.1445 nauticawaterfrontdistrict.com Ad on pg. 75
2000 Sycamore St. Cleveland, OH 44113
216.861.1445
nauticawaterfrontdistrict.com
Nestled in the curve of the Cuyahoga River, this 22-acre site offers stunning views of Cleveland’s skyline and bridges. The downtown waterfront location’s outdoor amphitheater, boutique aquarium, four-deck dining cruise ship and a historic powerhouse provide flexibility, convenience and charm, making it a memorable destination for events of all sizes.
• 22-acre waterfront event site
• Stunning city and river views
• Multiple experiences in one location
• Ample parking
Cleveland Museum of Art 216.707.2141 | 888.262.0033 clevelandart.org/venue-rentals Ad on pg. 79
Cleveland Museum of Natural History 800.317.9155 | cmnh.org Ad on pg.78
Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center 216.721.5722 wrhs.org/plan-visit/ host-your-event Ad on pg. 77
Maltz Performing Arts Center 216.368.6062 case.edu/maltzcenter
Museum of Contemporary Art, Cleveland “MOCA” 216.421.8671 MOCAcleveland.org
Severance Music Center 216.231.7421 clevelandorchestra.com/ severance
Tinkham Veale University Center 216.368.5681 case.edu/universitycenter
10825 East Blvd. Cleveland, OH 44106
216-721-5722
2686 Oak Hill Rd. Bath, OH 44210
330-666-3711 | wrhs.org
The Western Reserve Historical Society (WRHS), founded in 1867, is Cleveland’s oldest cultural institution. Through the operation of its six sites it shares the stories of Northeast Ohio. Visitors discover the dynamic stories of the people, artifacts, and the archives that are the provenance for our region.
• Cleveland History Center
Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum
Spacious rotunda surrounded by cars and planes
• Hale Farm & Village
Carriage Pavilion
Open-air setting overlooking historic village
• Cleveland History Center Hanna Garden Opulent historic gardens and architecture
Gordon Green gordongreenevents.com Ad on pg. 82
Great Lakes Brewing Company 216.771.4404 greatlakesbrewing.com
Grumpy’s Cafe 216.241.5025 | grumpyscafe.com
jajacleveland.com
Landmark Smokehouse 216.230.4040 landmarksmokehouse.com
Larder Delicatessen & Bakery 216.912.8203 | larderdb.com
Market Garden Brewery 216.621.4000 marketgardenbrewery.com
Mitchell’s Ice Cream Ohio City - Rialto Room 216.861.2687 mitchellshomemade.com
Pioneer 216.998.5355 pioneercleveland.com
Saucy Brew Works 216.666.2568 saucybrewworks.com/ohio-city
Stillwater Place 216.635.3304 clevelandmetroparks.com Ad on pg. 10
Tabletop Board Game Cafe 216.512.3053 tabletopcleve.com
Truss Event Venue 216.294.1900 trusscleveland.com
Twist Social Club 216.221.2333 twistsocialclub.com
Barrio - Cleveland Heights 216.862.3498 barrio-tacos.com
Barrio - Willoughby 440.856.1400 barrio-tacos.com
Bellavie 2marigoldcatering.com/ venues/bellavie
Engel’s Sports Bar and Grille 216.381.9100 engelsbarandgrille
The supporting cast you need for your next Cleveland event
Audio Visual Companies
CSR-Colortone Staging & Rentals
5401 Naiman Pkwy | Solon, OH 44139 440.914.9500 | 888.287.3728 colortone.com
Display Group, LTD
6235 Concord St. | Detroit, MI 48211 888.965.3344 | displaygroup.com
Goldfarb Weber Creative Media
The Caxton Building 812 Huron Rd., E, #500 Cleveland, OH 44115 216.241.7200 | gwcreative.com
Hughie’s Event Production Services
1260 E. 38th St. | Cleveland, OH 44114 216.361.4600 | 800.449.4115 hughies.com Ad on pg. 3
Mills James
1228 W. 6th St. | Cleveland, OH 44113
216.443.0468 | millsjames.com
NPi Audio Visual Solutions
8600 Sweet Valley Dr. Cleveland, OH 44125
216.514.5023 | npiav.com Ad on pg. 89
Raise the Roof Entertainment
5547 Canal Rd. | Valley View, OH 44125
440.941.5553 raisetheroofentertainment.com
RCS Corporation
3303 W. 65th St. | Cleveland, OH 44102 216.281.6600 | 844.704.6600 rcseventproduction.com
Rock The House
7809 First Pl. | Oakwood Village, OH 44146 440.232.7625 | 866.784.47687 rthgroup.com
thunder::tech
3635 Perkins Ave., 5 SW Cleveland, OH 44114
216.391.2255 | thundertech.com
Caterers
Anita’s Sweet Treats
3799 E. 147th St. | Cleveland, OH 44128
216.526.7772 | anitassweettreats.com
Barrio Catering
3190 W. 63rd St. | Cleveland, OH 44102
440.529.TACO | barrio-tacos.com
Boom’s Pizza
3427 Tuttle Rd. | Shaker Hts., OH 44122
216.417.3636 | boomspizza.com
14730 Detroit Ave. | Lakewood, OH 44107 216.465.1130 | boomspizza.com
Brewnuts
6501 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH 44102
216.471.8008 | brewnutscleveland.com
Celene’s Confections
111 Main St., Cleveland, OH 44114
216.659.5747 celenesconfections.com
Cleveland Museum of Art Events 11150 East Blvd. | Cleveland, OH 44106 216.707.2141
provenancecleveland.com Ad on pg. 79
Cleveland Whiskey 601 Stones Levee Cleveland, OH 44113
216.881.8481 | clevelandwhiskey.com
Dibella’s Old Fashioned Submarines
6708 Rockside Rd. Independence, OH 44131
216.525.0180 | dibellas.com
4025 Richmond Rd. Warrensville Hts., OH 44122
216.378.0783 | dibellas.com 16758 Royalton Rd. Strongsville, OH 44136
440.846.0924 | dibellas.com
Doc’s on Harvard Restaurant & Lounge 16615 Harvard Ave. Cleveland, OH 44128
216.751.0100 | docsonharvard.com
Driftwood Catering 1422 Euclid Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44115 440.449.0700 | thedriftwoodgroup.com
Furahi: A Taste of Home
3202 Mapledale Ave. Cleveland, OH 44109 furahiatasteofhome.com
Heinen’s Catering
900 Euclid Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44113 216.302.3020 | heinens.com
La Villa Conference and Banquet Center 11500 Brookpark Rd. Cleveland, OH 44103
440.672.1316 | lavillacbc.com
Lago East Bank 1091 W. 10th St. Cleveland, OH 44113
216.862.8065 | lagoeastbank.com
Landmark Smokehouse 11637 Clifton Blvd. | Cleveland, OH 44102
216.230.4040 landmarksmokehouse.com
Marigold Catering + Events
3901 Lakeside Ave. E., Ste 100 Cleveland, OH 44114
216.566.5400 | marigoldcatering.com
Mitchell’s Ice Cream Ohio City 1867 W. 25th St. | Cleveland, OH 44113 216.861.2687 mitchellshomemade.com
Rascal House Pizza 1836 Euclid Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44115 216.781.6784 | rascalhouse.com
Sora 1121 W. 10th St. Cleveland, OH 44113 216.294.1800 | eatatsora.com
Spice Catering Co. 5601 Tillman Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44102 216.432.9090 spicekitchenandbar.com
Corporate/Temporary Housing & Home Sharing & Vacation Rentals
Bellwether Farm 4655 S.R. 60, | Wakeman, OH 44889 440.839.0088 | bellwetherfarm.com
Cleveland House Hotels 13607 Detroit Ave. | Lakewood, OH 44107 216.202.3501 clevelandhousehotels.com
Fairmount Blvd Historic Mansion by Reilly Properties 3085 Fairmount Blvd. Cleveland Hts., OH 44118 216.371.8160 | reilly-properties.com
The Foundry - Boathouse Port Suite & Starboard Suite 1831 Columbus Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113 airbnb.com
HostPros
2814 Detroit Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44113 440.823.0405 | hostproscle.com
House From
A Christmas Story 3159 W. 11th St. | Cleveland, OH 44109 216.298.4919
housefromachristmasstory.com
Stanford House 6093 Stanford Rd. | Peninsula, OH 44264 330.657.2909 conservancyforcvnp.org
ROOST-Apartment Hotel 105 Prospect Ave., E. Cleveland, OH 44115 216.877.0500 myroost.com/Cleveland
The Victor - Cleveland’s Urban Lodge by HostPros 2090 W. 25th St. Cleveland, OH 44113 440.823.0405 victorcle.guestybookings.com
Corporate Gifts + Premiums
American Solutions for Business
26202 Detroit Rd. Ste., #216 Westlake, OH 44145
216.672.3816 | 888.748.7955 asbbrandingsolutions.com
Baskets Galore
95 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, OH 44212
330.220.0088 basketsgaloregifts.com
CCAP Branded Solutions
2930 Forest Lake Dr. Cleveland, OH 44145
216.347.7939 CCAPPromotions.com
Cleveland In A Box
107 Karl St., | Berea, OH 44017
216.307.3386 clevelandinabox.com
Kernels By Chrissie 5th St. Arcade
530 Euclid Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44115
216.664.0638 | kbcpopcorn.com
Proforma
8800 E. Pleasant Valley Rd. Cleveland, OH 44131
440.382.5869 | proformacle.com
Vitamix
8615 Usher Rd. | Cleveland, OH 44138
800.848.2649 | vitamix.com
Welcome Box Company
19425 Van Aken Blvd., Ste 212 Cleveland, OH 44122
216.978.2843 welcomeboxco.com
Destination Management Companies & Meeting Planners
A Charming Fete
2035 Crocker Rd., Ste. 102 Westlake, OH 44145
440.340.8793 | acharmingfete.com
Discover My Cleveland 5815 Landerbrook Dr., #24162 Cleveland, OH 44124
216.369.9399
discovermycleveland.com
Ad on pg. 21
North Coast Collective 4423 Coe Ave.
North Olmsted, OH 44070 northcoast-collective.com
Plum City Events
21640 Hilliard Blvd.
Rocky River, OH 44116
330.310.6026 | plumcityevents.com
Ad on pg. 87
Entertainment Providers
Cleveland Burlesque, LLC
18204 Carol Dr., Strongsville, OH 44136
216.264.9965
ohioburlesque.com
Cleveland POPS Orchestra 23245 Mercantile Rd., Ste. B Cleveland, OH 44122
216.765.7677 | clevelandpops.com
Games Done Legit
6568 2nd. St. | Independence, OH 44131
216.505.0435
GamesDoneLegit.com
Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102 imposterstheater.com
JACK Cleveland Casino
100 Public Square Cleveland, OH 44114
216.297.4777
jackentertainment.com/cleveland
Live Nation
Blossom Music Center 1145 W. Steels Corner Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
216.912.2273 | livenation.com
Main Event Entertainment 35605 Chester Rd., | Avon, OH 44011 440.398.0611 | mainevent.com
Wolstein Center at Cleveland State University 2000 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115 216.687.9292 wolsteincenter.com
Ad on pg. 49
Event Production Companies
CSR-Colortone
Staging & Rentals 5401 Naiman Pkwy. Solon, OH 44139
440.914.9500 | 888.287.3728 colortone.com
Ad on pg. 85
FERN
The Bradley Building 1220 W. 6th St., Ste. 307 Cleveland, OH 44113
216.771.0940 | 888.621.3376 fernexpo.com
Hit Your Mark Productions
1220 W. 6th St., Ste. 307 Cleveland, OH 44113
216.771.0940 | 888.621.3376 fernexpo.com
Hughie’s Event Production Services
1260 E. 38th St. Cleveland, OH 44114
216.361.4600 | 800.449.4115
hughies.com Ad on pg. 3
Joe Mineo Creative 592 Industrial Rd. Youngstown, OH 44509 joemineocreative.com
Mills James 1228 W. 6th St. | Cleveland, OH 44113 216.443.0468 | millsjames.com
NPi Audio Visual Solutions
8600 Sweet Valley Dr. Cleveland, OH 44125 216.514.5023 | npiav.com Ad on pg. 89
Raise the Roof Entertainment 5547 Canal Rd. Valley View, OH 44125 440.941.5553 raisetheroofentertainment.com
Rock The House 7809 First Pl. Oakwood Village, OH 44146 440.232.7625 | 866.784.47687 rthgroup.com
RCS Corporation 3303 W. 65th St. Cleveland, OH 44102 216.281.6600 | 844.704.6600 rcseventproduction.com
Stetson Convention Services, Inc. 2900 Stayton St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412.223.1090 | stetsonexpo.com
Florists & Balloons & Gift Services
Balloon Crew 8805 Garfield Blvd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 216.341.5100 balloonscleveland.com
Flowerville 2268 Warrensville Center Rd. University Hts., OH 44118 216.932.7550 flowervillecleveland.com
Keynote Speakers
Black Tie Experience
Serving Northeast Ohio 330.352.6084 bobpacanovsky.com
Molly Ketcham 6217 Norman Ln. Mayfield Village, OH 44143 216.870.6225 | mollyketcham.com
Promotional Products
Diverseowned
Veteranowned
Labor Organizations + Construction
Electrical WorkersIBEW, Local 38
LGBTQIAowned
Womenowned
1590 E. 23rd St. | Cleveland, OH 44114
216.621.3090 | 800.831.3090 ibew38.org
Lighting
Vincent Lighting Systems
6161 Cochran Rd., Ste. D Solon, OH 44139
216.475.7600 | 800.922.5356 www.vls.com
Marketing & Communications
The Adcom Group, Inc.
1468 W. 9th St., Ste. 600 Cleveland, OH 44113
216.574.9100 | theadcomgroup.com
Goldfarb Weber Creative Media
The Caxton Building 812 Huron Road E., #500 Cleveland, OH 44115
216.241.7200 | gwcreative.com
HKM Direct Market
Communications
5501 Cass Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44102
216.651.9500 | hkmdirectmarket.com
Master Printing + Mailing
95 Pelret Industrial Pkwy. Berea, OH 44017
216.351.2246 masterprintinggroup.com
thunder::tech
3635 Perkins Ave., 5 SW Cleveland, OH 44114
216.391.2255 | thundertech.com
Printers + Copy Services
HKM Direct Market
Communications
5501 Cass Ave., | Cleveland, OH 44102
216.651.9500 | hkmdirectmarket.com
Master Printing + Mailing
95 Pelret Industrial Pkwy. Berea, OH 44017
216.351.2246 masterprintinggroup.com
The UPS Store
7 St. Clair Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44114
216.303.9360 | theupsstore.com
American Solutions for Business
26202 Detroit Rd., Ste. #216 Westlake, OH 44145
216.672.3816 | 888.748.7955 americanpromo.com
CCAP Branded Solutions
2930 Forest Lake Dr. Cleveland, OH 44145
216.347.7939 | CCAPPromotions.com
Proforma
8800 E. Pleasant Valley Rd. Cleveland, OH 44131
440.382.5869 | proformacle.com
Olie’s Gift & Ship 2313 Lee Rd. Cleveland Hts., OH 44118
216.999.5020 | oliesgift.com
Purveyors: Food
The Pizza Bagel Lady 3619 Walton Ave., B 100 Cleveland, OH 44113 pizagel.com
Rentals
Cleveland Slingshot Rentals 11000 Briggs Rd. | Cleveland, OH 44111
216.342.2971 clevelandslingshotrentals.com
Event Source
6001 Towpath Dr. Cleveland, OH 44125
216.901.0000 | 866.901.6001 eventsource.net
L’Nique Specialty Linen
7685 Hub Pkwy. Valley View, OH 44125
216.986.1600 | Lnique.com
Lasting Impressions Event Rental 1105 Valley Belt Rd. Cleveland, OH 44131
216.591.1177 | lirents.net
Sign Companies
FASTSIGNS
2102 St. Clair, Cleveland, OH 44114
216.523.2288 | fastsigns.com/333
SpeedPro Cleveland West 29260 Clemens Rd., Ste. I Westlake, OH 44145
440.617.6461
speedproclevelandwest.com
Team Building
Adrenaline Monkey 26800 Renaissance Pkwy. Cleveland, OH 44128
216.282.3100
adrenalinemonkeyfun.com
BOSS PRO-Karting, Axe Throwing & Events 18301 Brookpark Rd. Cleveland, OH 44142
216.938.6335 | bossprokarting.com
BrewBoat CLE
Cleveland West Channel Park Marina 5300 Whiskey Island Dr. Cleveland, OH 44102
440.941.6690 | brewcle.com
CLEfoodies Food Tours
440.454.0463 clefoodies.com
Cleveland Funny Bus Comedy City Tour 1250 Old River Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113 216.404.7786
funnybus.net/cleveland
Cleveland Pickleball Center 12400 Crossburn Ave. Cleveland, OH 44135 216.712.6477 clevelandpickleballcenter.com
Cleveland Sailing Charters, LLC 440.725.6251 clevelandsailingcharters.com
Common Ground Canopy Tours 14240 Baird Rd. | Oberlin, OH 44074 440.707.2044 | cgcanopy.org
The Corner Alley Downtown @ E. 4th 402 Euclid Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44114 216.298.4104 | thecorneralley.com
The Escape Game 214 Crocker Park Blvd. Westlake, OH 44145 440.968.5834 theescapegame.com
Everybody Cycle 11606 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH 44102 everybodycycle.com
Five Iron Golf 1101 Euclid Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44115 fiveirongolf.com/clevelanddowntown-fm
The Foundry Community Rowing and Sailing Center 1831 Columbus Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113 440.596.7069 clevelandfoundry.org
Games Done Legit
6568 2nd St. | Independence, OH 44131
216.505.0435 | GamesDoneLegit.com
Glass Bubble Project
2421 Bridge Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44113
216.696.7043 | glassbubbleproject.com
Go Ape Mill Stream Run Reservation
16200 Valley Pkwy.
Strongsville, OH 44136
800.971.8271
goape.com/location/ohio-cleveland
Great Lakes Watersports
1148 Main Ave. | Cleveland, OH 44113
216.644.0272 | glwatersports.com
Main Event Entertainment
35605 Chester Rd. | Avon, OH 44011
440.398.0611 | mainevent.com
Parma Armory Shooting CenterGun Safety Training Institute
5301 Hauserman Rd. | Parma, OH 44130 216.242.6717 | TheParmaArmory.com
Perplexity Games Escape Room
2515 Jay Ave., #B3 Cleveland, OH 44113
216.273.8000 | perplexitygames.com
Punch Bowl Social Cleveland
Flats East Bank | 1086 West 11th St. Cleveland, OH 44113
216.239.1508
punchbowlsocial.com
Relish Cleveland Food Tours
440.622.4465 | 844.348.0469 relishcle.com
Topgolf
5820 Rockside Woods Blvd. N Independence, OH 44131
216.619.2464
topgolf.com/us/cleveland
Triton Boat Charters
216.570.6262
tritonboatcharters.com
Verktadue Sailing Charter
North Coast Harbor 1020 E. Ninth St Cleveland, OH 44114
216.256.4719 | verktadue.com
Victory Park Ohio 7777 Victory Ln. North Ridgeville, OH 44039
440.954.8703 | victoryparkohio.com
Zero Latency at BOSS VR Arena
18301 Brookpark Rd. Cleveland, OH 44142
216.938.6335 | bossvrarena.com
Temporary Agencies
Gold Star Event Staffing 10890 W. 130th. St. Strongsville, OH 44136
440.202.9009
goldstareventstaffing.com
Tradeshow Exhibits
Display Group, LTD 6235 Concord St. | Detroit, MI 48211
888.965.3344 | displaygroup.com
FERN
The Bradley Building 1220 W. 6th St., Ste. 307 Cleveland, OH 44113
216.771.0940 | 888.621.3376 fernexpo.com
Stetson Convention Services, Inc. 2900 Stayton St. | Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412.223.1090 | stetsonexpo.com
SPICE UP YOUR MEETING OR EVENT WITH SOME UNIQUELY CLEVELAND PERFORMANCES
Cleveland’s long-running youth choir, The Singing Angels, have performed at the White House and the Vatican—so why not your event or meeting? They’ve also sang alongside stars like Celine Dion and Jim Brickman. (No big deal.)
BY ILONA WESTFALL
Who wouldn’t want good luck at their event? A traditional Chinese lion dance by the Kwan Family Lion Dance group brings the luck-drawing Lunar New Year ritual—replete with costumes and drums—to you.
A performance by the Djapo Cultural Arts Institute blends African culture, art, music, dance, history, folklore and vibrant costumes for a dynamic show designed to bring people of different walks of life together.
Keep the beats flowing by booking DJ Red-I (aka Brittany Benton), a Forest City favorite who spins everything from funk and reggae to electronic and hip-hop with finds from her west side record shop.
Bring Cleveland’s proud Polish heritage to your guests with a show by The Chardon Polka Band. Expect the so-called “polka punks” to bring their accordion and tuba for traditional Polka hits and polka-fied Lady Gaga covers.
Bubbles aren’t just for kids. Dr. U.R. Awesome is a “professional bubbleologist” and Guinness World Record holder who envelops eventgoers in giant, people-sized bubbles for a fun experience that won’t be forgotten.
Kwan Family Lion Dance
BY JEN JONES DONATELLI
Take home a piece of The Land with these Cleveland-centric gift ideas.
FROM SNACKS TO SWAG, THIS FAMILYOWNED BUSINESS CURATES THE BEST OF CLEVELAND—AND INVITES COMPANIES AND ORGANIZATIONS TO PUT THEIR OWN STAMP ON IT WITH BRANDED BOXES AND BAGS.
GOODS A proprietary process ensures flavor profiles you can’t find anywhere else. Pull a rabbit out of your hat with Magic Rabbit chocolate-and-peanut-butter whiskey! NOW THERE’S SOME LOCAL TALENT! FIND GIFTS AND MORE AT THESE FAVORITES
hat better place to get fired up than at a glass making studio? Aspiring glassblowers can make like they’re in Murano to create a one-of-akind souvenir.
This local shop has become synonymous with Cleveland-themed apparel. Stock up on hometown gear and gifts at any of its four locations..
Hop over to Hingetown to browse Cleveland’s hippest local wares in a collection of domed-shaped hangers—where local makers and shakers sell everything from soap to skyline art.