It’s March in Cleveland, and there are lots of things to do in and around the city this month!
Most of this month is (usually) still firmly in winter in Cleveland, but by the end of March, spring weather will be starting to thaw things out.
When it comes to holidays, St. Patrick’s Day is the biggest this month on March 17. There are also several festivals and events occurring this month in Cleveland for everyone from foodies to film buffs.
Weather in Cleveland in March
The average high during the month of March is 45° F and the average low is 31° F. The average snowfall for the month is around 10 inches, with most of that occurring earlier in the month.
By late March, spring weather can start appearing in Cleveland, although it’s usually still chilly. During March in Cleveland, you’ll still want to have your winter coat and other warm clothing.
Top 10 Things to Do in Cleveland in March
1. Cleveland Restaurant Week
When: March 2-14, 2026
Where: Restaurants around Cleveland
Foodies can rejoice because Cleveland Restaurant Week is back for another year! For more than a week this March, you’ll be able to enjoy discounted meals at 35+ participating restaurants around the Cleveland area.
A three-course prix fixe dinner at participating restaurants is just $39 per person, plus tax and tip. There’s no better time to try out new restaurants around the city than during Cleveland Restaurant Week.
2. Winter Warmer Fest
When: March 7, 2026
Where: Windows on the River, 2000 Sycamore St, Cleveland
Warm up this March with the 19th annual Winter Warmer Fest hosted at Windows on the River in Cleveland.
This festival, presented by the Ohio Craft Brewers Association, features more than 55 craft breweries from around Ohio showcasing their winter, seasonal, limited edition, and high-gravity beers.
Tickets include tasting tickets for 20 (yes, twenty!) 4-ounce samples and a souvenir glass. This event usually sells out, so get tickets early if you can.
3. Mac ‘n’ Cheese Throwdown
When: March 7, 2026
Where: TENK West Bank, 2111 Center St, Cleveland
The 10th annual Mac ‘n’ Cheese Throwdown is the ultimate event for mac ‘n’ cheese lovers. There’s no better comfort food to warm up with on a chilly March day than a bowl of mac ‘n’ cheese, and this event allows you to sample dishes from top chefs around Cleveland.
Tickets start at $40 and include all-you-can-eat mac ‘n’ cheese samples from 15-20 different restaurants. You’ll also be able to vote on your favorites.
The event also includes live music and an awards ceremony where one winner will be named the Best Mac in Cleveland.
4. CLE Suhoor Fest
When: February 27th & 28th, and March 6th and 7th
Where: La Villa, 11500 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland
The Islamic holy month of Ramadan lasts from February 17-March 19 in 2026, and local non-profit One Ummah Initiative is once again offering its Suhoor Festival across four nights during Ramadan. During the month of Ramadan, many Muslims fast during the day and eat only once the sun goes down.
Suhoor Fest is a celebration of that breaking of the fast, and has grown into a food festival bringing together the Muslim and non-Muslim community in Cleveland. There will be 80+ vendors this year — and no, you don’t have to be Muslim to attend.
The festival starts each night at 11 p.m. and goes well into the night. Tickets can be purchased at the door, though they recommend buying them online in advance.
5. Towpath Trail Lantern Parade
When: March 7, 2026
Where: Sokolowski’s Overlook, 1203 University Rd, Cleveland
Here’s a fun, family-friendly evening event for you! The Towpath Trail Lantern Parade is taking place along the Towpath Trail in Tremont, and is “a celebration of light, creativity and sustainability welcoming spring.” The parade starts at Sokolowski’s Overlook at 6:30 p.m., and will consist of a 1.5-mile walk along the towpath.
The parade will feature illuminated art made by local artists from recycled materials, and participants are encouraged to come with their own homemade, battery-powered lanterns.
6. 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 2026 are February 28-March 1 and March 7-8 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 28-March 1, and March 7-8.
The Western Reserve Historical Society also hosting its annual Maple Sugar Festival and pancake breakfast on weekends in March.
7. Fan Expo Cleveland
When: March 13-15, 2026
Where: Huntington Convention Center, 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland
Fan Expo Cleveland provides three days of fun fan culture for fans of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, cosplay, and more. Along with vendors and photo ops, there will also be celebrity Q&As, cosplay competitions, workshops, and more.
In 2026, some of the celebrity guests attending include Hayden Christensen, William Shatner, Helen Hunt, James Marsters, Bonnie Wright, a bunch of the cast of Twilight, and more. Find the full guest lineup here.
This is always a HUGE event, so wear your walking shoes!
Single-day tickets are available starting at $30, while a three-day pass starts at $84.
8. St. Patrick’s Day Parade
When: March 17, 2026
Where: Downtown Cleveland
St. Patrick’s Day is a big celebration in Cleveland! And the festivities kick off with the Cleveland St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The St. Paddy’s Day Parade brings in upwards of a half million people and was started in 1867. There are plenty of floats and live music, and loads of people enjoying the festivities.
The parade typically starts at 1:04 pm on March 17 at the intersection of Superior Avenue and East 18th Street. It then goes west and passes through Public Square before turning right on West Roadway and right on Rockwell Avenue. It then ends at the intersection of Rockwell Avenue and Ontario Street. The parade lasts for about two hours.
Be sure to check for road closures ahead of time as these streets and surrounding areas will be blocked off.
READ MORE: A Local’s Guide to Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Cleveland
9. Adult Book Fair
When: March 20, 2026
Where: The Common Ground, 220 N State Rd, Medina
If you loved those Scholastic book fairs in school as a kid, then you’ll want to head to The Common Ground in Medina this month for their Books & Blossoms Adult Book Fair! There will be lots of books, local authors, vendors, and more.
10. Start looking for spring flowers
When: Late March
Where: Daffodil Hill
While many spring flowers don’t start showing their buds until April or May, you may get lucky and spot some spring blooms as early as the end of March.
There are many places to see spring flowers around Cleveland, but Daffodil Hill at Lake View Cemetery is one of the best places to go to see yellow daffodils beginning to bloom.
The daffodils on Daffodil Hill typically bloom between late March and mid-April, depending on weather.
What are you most excited to do in Cleveland in March?
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.