Big Mama Music Venues

In a town that is known as the birthplace of rock and roll it is only fitting that Cleveland Plus is home to edgy music venues hosting some of the hottest local and national acts. The women who own or operate are rock stars in their own way, as they consistently propel local bands to the national spotlight and keep show prices affordable for the fans.

Beachland Ballroom

After a career in journalism and communications, co-owner Cindy Barber decided it was time to do something a little different. So, she headed to the Waterloo district and purchased the empty Croatian Liberty Home, a social center for the large Slavic community in the area, and transformed it into the Beachland Ballroom. While the space has remained largely the same with original design elements, signage and images from the 1950's, the venue has become one of Cleveland's most diverse live music venues. Guests can enjoy a delicious, all-American meal while being serenaded by an awesome artist/band.

Beachland Ballroom & Tavern

• 15711 Waterloo Road
• Cleveland OH 44110
• Phone: 216.383.1124

Nationally acclaimed concert club, Beachland's the real Cleveland experience with two venues (tavern and ballroom) in a former Croatian social hall, great beer selection and awesome jukebox.

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Grog Shop

The Grog Shop, located in the hipster neighborhood of Coventry, is an independent concert venue known for consistently booking up-and-coming bands and bringing them to national spotlight. Owner Kathy Simkoff Blackman has established herself in a male-dominated field, and earned extensive recognition for her efforts in the industry, including an award from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum for her achievements in music and was named one of the Top 10 Women Business Owners by the Cleveland chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners. The laid-back atmosphere features one of the best places in the region to see big bands at a little price tag.

Grog Shop / B-Side Liquor Lounge

• 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd
• Cleveland Heights OH 44106
• Phone: 216.321.5588

An independent music venue featuring national & local acts of every genre. Downstairs is the lounge, highlighting electronic dance music.

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The Harp

Karen O'Malley, owner of The Harp in Ohio City, is able to make her visitors truly feel like they're in Ireland. As guests sip on Irish spirits, they can dine on boxty cakes, shepherd's pie and other traditional Irish foods. Brimming with Irish charm, this pub even has live music on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

The Harp

• 4408 Detroit Ave.
• Cleveland OH 44113
• Phone: 216.939.0200

Old world charm meets city life. Menu includes traditional Irish favorites such as boxty & shepherds pie. Live bands, beer on tap, breathtaking views of downtown.

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Prosperity Social Club

Located in an original 1938 barroom, Tremont's Prosperity Social Club is owned by Bonnie Flinner. This hipster hangout offers an extensive beer list and menu, a retro bowling machine, a well-loved jukebox and live music throughout the week.

Prosperity Social Club

• 1109 Starkweather Ave.
• Cleveland OH 44113
• Phone: 216.937.1938

1938 Tavern - a true Cleveland experience. Eclectic clientele with an unpretentious vibe. Upscale bar food, late-night dining, live music, patio, jukebox, bowling machine, comfortable atmosphere.

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