Things to do this weekend: Martin Luther King Jr. Day events, TheatreFest at Weathervane

It's never too early to plan your weekend because, let's be honest, we're looking forward to it as soon as the week begins. From concerts to festivals to farmers markets to comedy shows, we've got a regional list of events from Akron to Cleveland and more. Whether you're planning a girls' night out, a date night or a family-friendly activity, we've got you covered.

Here are the events coming up this weekend into the following weekend that are worth highlighting:

Ohio RV Supershow at I-X Center

Runs through Sunday at I-X Center, 1 I-X Center Drive, Cleveland. Hundreds of brand new 2024 RVs. Tickets at the door are $18 for visitors 12 and older. Children 12 and under are free. www.ohiorvshow.com.

8X10: The Eileen Moushey TheatreFest

Opens 7:30 p.m. Thursday, continuing through Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron. $16-$24. www.weathervaneplayhouse.com.

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Akron Urban League hosts annual MLK Breakfast 2024

8-9:30 a.m. Monday, Akron Urban League hosts at the Akron/Fairlawn Hilton at 3180 W. Market St. Keynote speaker Dr. Rachel Talton. www.akronurbanleague.com.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Akron Art Museum

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at the Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St. Free public hours with related photographs from the collection, registration requested. www.akronartmuseum.org.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Akron Zoo

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday at Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Ave. Admission free for all guests. www.akronzoo.org.

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Cleveland Boat Show at I-X Center

Jan. 18-21 at I-X Center, 1 I-X Center Drive, Cleveland. Hundreds of boats and over 300 booths. Online tickets are $18 for visitors 7 or older or a family four-pack for $60. Tickets at the door are $20 for visitors 7 or older or $15 for seniors and military. Children 6 or younger are free. clevelandboatshow.com,

John Oliver at the Akron Civic Theatre

Rescheduled from Oct. 11. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St. $64.50-$124.50. All tickets for canceled Oct. 11 show will be honored. akroncivic.com.

Cleveland Cavaliers home games for January

All games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, 1 Center Court, Cleveland.

• Monday, Jan. 15 vs. Chicago Bulls

• 7:30 p.m., Jan. 17 vs. Milwaukee Bucks

• 7 p.m., Jan. 29 vs. Los Angeles Clippers

• 7 p.m., Jan. 31 vs. Detroit Pistons

Here are other events in the area through this weekend into the following weekend:

Heart Gallery: Through Feb. 11 at Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E. Stark County Job & Family Services' Heart Gallery is an art exhibit that pairs local artists with children waiting to be adopted from foster care. massillonmuseum.org.

Taylor Swift Brunch with The Ladies Night Band: Noon Sunday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Yacht Rock Brunch with Still Standing: Noon Sunday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Concert 2024: 3 p.m. Sunday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

Tim Dillon: 7 p.m. Sunday at MGM Northfield Park, 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield. ticketmaster.com.

Ernie Krivda Quartet featuring Erin Keckan: 7 p.m. Sunday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

Make ’em Laugh Monday: Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the Grog Shop, 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights. $5 in advance, $10 day of show. grogshop.gs.

Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music: 7 p.m. Tuesday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

The Steel Wheels: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Jen Maurer and Mike Lenz: 7 p.m. Wednesday at Jilly’s Music Room, 111 N. Main St., Akron. jillysmusicroom.com.

Brent Kirby’s 10x3 Songwriters/Band Showcase: 7 p.m. Wednesday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

Open Mic Night: 8 p.m. Wednesday at Funny Stop Comedy Club, 1757 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls. funnystop.com.

A New Perspective on Millionaire’s Row: 7 p.m. Thursday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Found Footage Festival Vol. 10: Popcorn Classics: Doors open at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Grog Shop, 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights. $16. grogshop.gs.

Terry McNeely: 8 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Funny Stop Comedy Club, 1757 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls. funnystop.com.

Ron White: 8 p.m. Thursday at MGM Northfield Park, 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield. ticketmaster.com.

"The truth is out there (No, really ...)": Jan. 19-March 16 in the KSU Downtown Gallery, 141 E. Main St., Kent. Artist Christine Zuercher offers 15 cyanotypes and a video projection. Free. kent.edu.

Mike Wade Quartet: 7 p.m. Friday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

Storm: 8 p.m. Friday at Jilly’s Music Room, 111 N. Main St., Akron. $5-$10. jillysmusicroom.com.

Van Morrison Night: 8 p.m. Friday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Drag Bingo: 8 p.m. Friday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Jazz Jam Sessions: 10 p.m. Friday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

Canton Symphony Orchestra MasterWorks III: Celtic Celebrations: 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Umstattd Hall, Zimmermann Symphony Center, 2331 17th St. NW, Canton. Tickets start at $10. ovationtix.com.

Maria & The Balance: 8 p.m. Saturday at Jilly’s Music Room, 111 N. Main St., Akron. jillysmusicroom.com.

Into The Blue: Tribute to ELO: 8 p.m. Saturday at Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron. $20-$25. goodyeartheater.com.

All You Need Is Love: Celebration of The Beatles Arrival in America: 8 p.m. Saturday at MGM Northfield Park, 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield. ticketmaster.com.

Ronell Regis: 8 p.m. Saturday at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

Karibe Son: 9 p.m. Saturday at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Beatles Brunch with The Sunrise Jones: Noon Jan. 21 at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Cleveland Polka Association Lounge Party: Doors open at noon Jan. 21 at the Holiday Inn at 6001 Rockside Road, Independence. Music by Jody Maddie’s UpTown Sound from 1-5 p.m. Cost is $14. Food and beverages available. cpapolkas.com.

Apollo’s Fire: The Wandering Minstrels: 12:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at Music Box Supper Club and Concert Hall, 148 Main Ave., Cleveland. musicboxcle.com.

Pete Cavano & Joe Hunter: 5 p.m. Jan. 21 at Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland. themusicsettlement.org.

This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Things to do in Akron this weekend: MLK Day events, TheatreFest