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Parade the Circle and Circle Village

Presented by The Cleveland Museum of Art & University Circle Inc.

Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:00AM —
Saturday, June 14, 2025 4:00PM

Parade the Circle and Circle Village

Join Us!

Saturday, June 14, 2025
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Wade Oval
10820 East Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44106

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The 33rd Annual Parade the Circle and Circle Village is BACK to kick off summer in the Circle!

The Parade, which begins at Noon at the north entrance of the museum, fills Wade Oval with colorful costumes, puppets, masks, and more created by local individuals and groups. Returning this year is the addition of Lead Artist Héctor Castellanos Lara.

This year’s theme, “Magical Allure: A Vibrant Celebration of the Snowy Owl,” addresses the wisdom and exploration we undertake while undergoing the process of change. The CMA invites everyone to celebrate this mystical messenger, a creature that enchants us with its ethereal presence and silent flight and reflects the fact that big changes in our lives are imminent and that, as we search for answers, we undergo a process of deep exploration, seeking awareness and spiritual guidance.

The day’s festivities begin at 10 a.m. with Circle Village, presented by University Circle Inc. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in interactive activities offered by esteemed institutions such as The Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Botanical Garden, and The Music Settlement. Attendees can also enjoy culinary delights from local vendors and listen to Councilman Conwell & The Footprints live on the Kulas Stage. Curious about an artist’s process or want to connect with artists following the event? New this year, a selection of Parade artists will remain on the Oval following the event to engage with event attendees. Come prepared with questions for artists and see costumes and floats up close! The fun continues until 4:00 p.m. at Wade Oval in University Circle.


Parade the Circle, Presented by The Cleveland Museum of Art

For questions or more information regarding Parade the Circle 2025, email commartsinfo@clevelandart.org or visit CMA's website here.

Join parade artists in creating art for the Cleveland Museum of Art’s annual Parade the Circle! Participants can create vibrant costumes, masks, and giant puppets made with the assistance of staff artists at up to 11 public workshops in the parade tent. All materials for this workshop are provided. To participate in parade tent public workshops, a one-time fee is required. This fee entitles you to attend all workshops and includes parade registration for all pass holders.  

  • Saturdays and Sundays, May 10–June 8, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 10, 6:00–9:00 p.m.

    Circle Village on Wade Oval, Presented by University Circle Inc.

    Entertainment

    Councilman Conwell & The Footprints

    • 10:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
    • After the parade ends to 4:00 p.m.

    Activity Partners

    • The Music Settlement
    • The Cleveland Orchstra
    • Holden Forests & Gardebs
    • Greater Cleveland Aquarium
    • Cleveland Museum of Natural History
    • Piano Cleveland
    • Cleveland Institute of Art
    • Cleveland Public Library Book Box
    • Poetry Free Cleveland
    • Hawken School
    • Cleveland Institute of Music
    • Cuyahoga County Health & Human Services
    • The Intergenerational Schools
    • The Centers
    • P.A.L.S. for Healing
    • University Circle Inc. in Partnership with the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning

    Food Vendors

    • Kernels by Chrissie
    • Deal's Fresh Lemonade
    • Bailey's Boardwalk Fries
    • Odd Dog Coffee
    • Delish Mobile Kitchen
    • Pop Culture
    • Blasian Fusion
    • Glacier Concessions
    • Rascal House Pizza
    • Barrio Tacos

    Transportation Information

    Temporary street closures for the event will be in place surrounding Wade Oval from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visit the "Getting Here" section for more information.

    Photography Notice

    Photography and/or videos are taken during events for promotional use. Please click here to read our disclaimer.

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