3 things to do in Cleveland in November
The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are getting cooler here in Cleveland as we head toward the holidays and the end-of-semester crunch at ӰƵ. But there’s still plenty to do in The Land—whether you prefer to keep it cozy indoors or enjoy the crisp autumn air.
We’ve pulled together a few ideas to inspire you, but .
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Fall Film Series
Nov. 6, Nov. 13
Join the to explore the connection between music and comedy at one of two upcoming film screenings. In November, the museum will host screenings of The Blues Brothers and Hairspray to align with its “SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years Of Music” exhibit.
The Blues Brothers (1980) stars John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd in a spinoff from Saturday Night Live’s 1978 recurring musical sketch. The film will be shown Thursday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Foster Theater on Floor 4.
Next up, the museum will screen Hairspray (1988) Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Foster Theater. John Waters’s musical comedy Hairspray was originally released in 1988 and was later adapted into a Broadway musical and later a 2007 version of the film.
Futureland
Nov. 20
Explore what happens when you bring innovation, community and creativity together at the Futureland AI Forward Summit. This one-day event—held Thursday, Nov. 20—is designed to consider ways artificial intelligence can be used for good and position Cleveland at the center.
Attendees will have the chance to hear from panels, engage with immersive art and connect with others.
The event will run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at .
Cleveland Turkey Trot
Nov. 27
Get your body moving on Thanksgiving morning with the annual Cleveland Turkey Trot Nov. 27. Hosted by the Cleveland State University Rec Center and Viking Public House, this year marks the 44th annual event. This family-friendly fitness event centers on fun and memories.
Runners can choose between a 5-mile run or 5K on a course leading through some of Cleveland’s most iconic landmarks. Not a runner? No problem. The event also has a laid-back one-mile walk for those who prefer a different pace.
