Lakewood Summer Meltdown returns to downtown Lakewood for its 16th year from 4-10 p.m. Sat., July 20 with events for all ages: including a 5K race, beer garden live music and more.
As one of the region’s biggest community events, the Lakewood Summer Meltdown brings together nearly 15,000 attendees from across Northeast Ohio for a celebration of community spirit. Taking over Detroit Avenue between Marlowe and Arthur Avenues, this free event is hosted by local businesses and nonprofits.
A festival highlight is the 5K race and 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk with proceeds benefiting LakewoodAlive. You can save money by pre-registering for the 5K race for $30. Day-of 5K registration is $35, and the 1 Mile registration is $15. Registration for both races is at runsignup.com/
Thirsty? Don’t miss the Gary K. Bish Memorial Beer Garden, sponsored by First Federal Lakewood, offering local craft beers from Immigrant Son Brewery and canned cocktails. As the sun sets, the Beer Garden Stage will come alive with the sounds of the local band Front Porch Lights.
Also taking the stage will be Jul Big Green, a genre-blending artist, native to Cleveland, with his upbeat music influenced by hip-hop, rock, pop, and jazz.
For more details about the Lakewood Summer Meltdown, visit lakewoodalive.org/meltdown.
