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October 27, 2026
Halloween bar crawls, a drag brunch, a haunted bus tour, the Screw Factory's fall art market and more things to do in Lakewood, Rocky River, Ohio City, Gordon Square and beyond, Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.
🎃 Halloween lands on a Saturday this year, so your costume isn't a one-night commitment. It's a five-day lease.
Here's everything worth leaving the couch for on the west side this week (plus a few downtown picks worth the drive).
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Washington Wizards
Rocket Arena, Downtown Cleveland | 7 p.m.
The Cavs are back on their home court against the Washington Wizards. A little midweek basketball never hurt anybody.
Plant Bingo!
The Winchester, Lakewood | 7 p.m.
Bingo gets a botanical twist, with plant-themed prizes and a little friendly competition. This week's game has support from Variegate Design and Wonder Lust Concepts.
Autumn Sip & Shop Soirée
Elizabeth Vintage, Rocky River | 5 to 8 p.m.
A witchy evening of vintage finds, mini tarot readings and permanent jewelry. There's even a charm-bag-making station for anyone feeling a little supernatural. A little retail witchcraft
Mahjong Guided Play + Open Play
Flight Cleveland, Gordon Square | 6 to 9 p.m.
Already know your way around the tiles but could use some practice? Mahjong IRL is hosting guided games, with support for newer players and open tables for the more experienced crowd. Mahj on
Crow Party
Flame & Fable, Lakewood | 7 p.m.
Bring your shiniest little treasures to The Sass Pot's Halloween trinket swap, where charms, oddities and other curious finds are up for trade. Costumes encouraged (especially if you're going for mysterious neighborhood crow). Shiny things this way
A Nightmare on 14th Street
The Elliot, Cleveland | 8 p.m. to midnight
SugarBooth's annual Halloween costume contest and dance party returns to The Elliot's Rosehip Room, complete with a photo booth and flash tattoos. Time to see who actually committed to their costume this year. Dress to distress
Fall Foliage Sightseeing Cruise
GOODTIME III, Downtown Cleveland | 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Catch Cleveland's autumn colors from the water. The afternoon cruise pairs changing leaves with Lake Erie views and a little music along the way. Leaf it to the lake
History Happy Hour: Wicked History with Worts & Wards
Great Lakes Brewing Co., Ohio City | 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The October edition of Great Lakes' monthly History Happy Hour gets into the Halloween spirit. Settle in at the brewpub for a little wicked history with your beer. History with a twist
Fall Art Market
Screw Factory Artists Lofts, Lakewood | Friday 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Screw Factory opens its doors for a two-day fall market with resident artists and guest makers. Expect plenty of original artwork and handmade finds inside one of Lakewood's most creative buildings. Art you glad it's Friday?
Strange & Spooky Cleveland Haunted Bus Tour
West Side Market, Ohio City | 6:30 to 11 p.m.
Paranormal author William G. Krejci leads a tour through Cleveland's haunted history, with stops at eerie landmarks and stories of the city's ghostly past. Some of those old buildings might look a little different afterward. Ghosts of Cleveland past
Cleveland's Haunted Hop
Jukebox, Hingetown | 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
A costumed crawl through Jukebox, Pins Mechanical Co. and other participating bars, with a live crawl map to help you keep track of the night's whereabouts. Hop to it
Boos & Booze Halloween Drag Brunch
The Winchester, Lakewood | 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The Winchester is serving Halloween with a side of drag: an afternoon of costumes and performances. This one's for the grown-up ghouls (18 and over). BOOzy brunch
Cleveland Monsters vs. Milwaukee Admirals
Rocket Arena, Downtown Cleveland | 2 p.m.
The Monsters take on Milwaukee for their Halloween-themed Monster Mash game. The first 2,500 kids 14 and under get trick-or-treat bags, with themed entertainment all afternoon.
Lakewood Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl
Around the Corner Saloon & Cafe, Lakewood | 4 to 10 p.m.
Lakewood's third annual Halloween bar crawl brings costumed crowds through more than five neighborhood bars. There's a costume contest, too, so maybe don't leave the outfit planning until Saturday afternoon. Crawl before you walk
Boos & Views: Halloween at Bar 32
Bar 32, Downtown Cleveland | 7 p.m. to midnight
Halloween with a skyline backdrop, 32 stories above downtown. The rooftop party has themed cocktails, festive bites and a costume contest. Ages 21 and up. Boo with a view
Cheese, Wine & Chocolate Fest: Halloween Edition
Gordon Green, Gordon Square | 7 to 11 p.m.
Dozens of cheese and wine varieties, chocolate tastings and live music, plus a contest for the evening's best dressed. Say cheese
The Early Start: Haunted at The Heit
Fahrenheit Cleveland, Downtown Cleveland | 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Fahrenheit's rooftop Halloween party has music from DJ JK Dubaku and Zion, plus a late-night costume contest. There's an optional dinner beforehand if you want to make a whole evening of it. Raise the roof
American Mahjong 101 & Open Play at Meraki
Little Meraki Market, Avon | 1 to 4 p.m.
The Cleveland Mahjong Collective brings beginner lessons and open-play tables to Meraki House. New players learn the tiles and rules before trying a guided game, while experienced players settle in for an afternoon at the table. Meet your mahj match
Mats and Minis
Forte Women's Wellness Sanctuary, Lakewood | 2 to 4 p.m.
Pilates for moms and their littlest workout buddies. Babies stay close during class, followed by a dirty soda bar and a chance to meet other local moms. Best for crawlers and younger babies. Little workout buddies
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What is there to do on Cleveland's west side this Halloween weekend?
Highlights include the Lakewood Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl and the Boos & Booze Halloween Drag Brunch at The Winchester (both Saturday, Oct. 31), the Strange & Spooky Cleveland Haunted Bus Tour at the West Side Market and Cleveland's Haunted Hop in Hingetown (both Friday, Oct. 30).
When is the Lakewood Halloween bar crawl?
Lakewood's third annual Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl runs 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Around the Corner Saloon & Cafe and more than five participating neighborhood bars. There's a costume contest.
When is the Screw Factory Fall Art Market in Lakewood?
Friday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Screw Factory Artists Lofts.
Are there kid-friendly Halloween events in Cleveland this weekend?
Yes. The Cleveland Monsters' Monster Mash game at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Rocket Arena gives trick-or-treat bags to the first 2,500 kids 14 and under.
Where can I play mahjong on the west side?
Mahjong IRL hosts guided and open play at Flight Cleveland in Gordon Square from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29. The Cleveland Mahjong Collective offers beginner lessons and open play at Little Meraki Market in Avon from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1.
