February is an exciting month in Cleveland, and there is a lot going on.
Winter is still in full swing, and although February is the shortest month of the year, there are several holidays to look forward to including Valentine’s Day on February 14th and President’s Day on February 17th.
From food and drink festivals to outdoor activities that will have you braving the cold (looking at you, Polar Plunge!) here are some of the best things to do in Cleveland this month.
Weather in Cleveland in February
The weather in Cleveland in February is unsurprisingly pretty cold. The average high for the month is 37° F and the average low is 24° F.
It snows on average 11 days out of the month in February, and the monthly accumulation of snowfall is over 13.5 inches. Like January, February is another cold and snowy winter month in Cleveland, so bundle up for outdoor activities!
Top 10 Things to Do in Cleveland in February
1. Enjoy a cozy brunch
When: All month long
Where: Various locations
There’s no better way to warm up on a cold January day than with a cozy brunch. Head to one of Cleveland’s best brunch spots such as:
- Juneberry Table
- Lucky’s Cafe
- Luxe Kitchen & Lounge
- The South Side
- Heck’s Cafe
Some restaurants even have private heated igloos that you can rent for a memorable brunch experience.
2. Lake Erie Folk Fest
When: February 15, 2025
Where: Thwing Center at Case Western Reserve University, 11111 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Come and enjoy the 9th Annual Lake Erie Folk Fest at Case Western this year. This annual music festival seeks to promote and preserve the art of folk music, from bluegrass to traditional Celtic and everything in between. The event features daytime music workshops and mini concerts, as well as a larger evening folk concert.
The daytime events at the Folk Fest (from 1-5 p.m.) are free for anyone to attend, while tickets for the evening concert at 7:30 p.m. cost $25 in advance, or $30 on the day of the show. The evening concert will feature students from the Cleveland Institute of Music, along with two national folk bands.
3. Orchids: Love in Bloom
When: February 15-March 30, 2025
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd, Cleveland
The Orchids: Love in Bloom show at Cleveland Botanical Garden is the perfect way to escape winter. This year’s show highlights the “classic charm of love with vibrant displays of heart shaped arrangements and romantic backdrops,” with many exotic orchids on display throughout the indoor gardens and glasshouses.
Tickets for adults are $20, and tickets for children 3-12 years old are $14 (save $1 if you book online in advance). Cleveland Botanical Garden members get in for free.
4. Cleveland Beerfest
When: February 21-22, 2025
Where: Huntington Convention Center, 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland
Cleveland Beerfest offers beer aficionados the chance to sample more than 150 local and craft brews, as well offerings from new craft wineries and distilleries.
Regular admission tickets cost $50-$65 (increasing the closer you get to the event), and early admission tickets for Friday evening or Saturday evening are available for $60 (increasing to $75 by the day of the event). All tickets include 25 beer sample tickets and an 5-ounce souvenir beer mug.
You can upgrade to the Connoisseur Reception for $100 (increasing to $100 on February 3), which includes an exclusive ballroom reception with catered appetizer “bites.” They also offer designated driver tickets for $30, which includes free soft drinks and a $5 food truck coupon.
5. Polar Blast Snow Tubing
When: All month long, Friday through Sunday
Where: 1146 West Highland Rd, Sagamore Hills
Located in Cuyahoga Valley National Park about 30 minutes from Cleveland, Boston Mills Brandywine Resort offers snow tubing during the whole month of February.
The Polar Blast Snow Tubing Park is a fun place for families with tons of tubing lanes to choose from. Tubing costs $34 per person, and kids must be at least 42″ to ride.
In addition to snow tubing, Boston Mills Brandywine Resort also has skiing and snowboarding throughout February.
6. Brite Winter
When: February 22, 2025
Where: West Bank of the Flats, 2014 Sycamore St, Cleveland
Brite Winter is an annual winter music and arts festival in Cleveland. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, February 22, and features a great lineup of local performers and artists.
The goal of this non-profit festival is to bring together people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds in Cleveland to discover new music and art and enjoy their community.
General admission tickets start at just $12.
7. Cleveland Auto Show
When: February 21-March 2, 2025
Where: International Exposition Center, 1 I-X Center Dr, Cleveland
Car aficionados will enjoy the Cleveland Auto Show, a multi-weekend event taking place at the I-X Center in Cleveland.
This event offers a classic car show, an exotic vehicle show, the opportunity to test drive various cars, and multiple car giveaways.
Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for kids aged 7-12, and $12 for seniors over 62.
8. Cleveland Kurentovanje
When: February 22-March 1, 2024
Where: Slovenian National Home, 6409 Saint Clair Ave, Cleveland
For a unique cultural event in Cleveland this February and March, don’t miss Cleveland Kurentovanje. It’s a multi-day “Slovenian Mardi Gras” festival that celebrates the end of winter and the beginning of spring.
There are a number of events occurring around Cleveland throughout the two weeks of the festival, with the Kurent Jump on February 22, and culminating in the Kurent Dash 5k and the 13th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Main Festival and Parade on March 1. The parade begins at noon at the Slovenian National Home.
9. Cleveland Tattoo Arts Festival
When: February 28-March 2, 2025
Where: Cleveland Convention Center, 300 Lakeside Ave, Cleveland
Celebrate the 10th annual Cleveland Tattoo Arts Convention, where you can see and meet national and international tattoo artists, along with related vendors and entertainers.
Tickets are $25 per day, or $50 for a 3-day ticket. Any potential tattoos are extra, and generally need to be booked in advance with artists.
10. Maple Sugaring
When: Weekends in February and March
Where: Farmpark, Rocky River Reservation, and Hale Farm
Late winter in northeast Ohio is all about maple!
At the Lake Metroparks Farmpark, visitors can enjoy a wagon ride to the Woodland Center to witness the process of producing maple syrup beginning with sap collection. You’ll even have the experience of collecting your own sap and learning how to make maple syrup at home. Dates for 2025 are February 22-23 and March 1-2 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and tickets are $9 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $7 for children.
At Rocky River Reservation, guests can also enjoy maple sugaring at Maple Grove Picnic Area. You can take a self-guided hike through the sugarbush, see demonstrations of how syrup is made, and sample some maple syrup. Entrance to Rocky River Reservation is free, and the maple sugaring weekends this year are February 22-23, and March 1-2 and 8-9.
The Western Reserve Historical Society also hosting its annual Maple Sugar Festival and pancake breakfast on weekends in March.
What are you most excited to do in Cleveland in February?
Amanda was born and raised in northeast Ohio, and has always been a fangirl of her home state. Now, she’s sharing her love of the Cleveland area, highlighting all the best things to do, see, and eat in the CLE. She’s been running Cleveland Traveler since January 2019.