City Stages 2024

Move and groove at City Stages, the CMA’s famous block parties that take place in front of Transformer Station. This year, the series occurs on three Wednesdays: July 10, July 17, and July 31. Each performance begins at 7:30 p.m.

Arrive early and grab dinner and a drink at one of Ohio City’s bars or restaurants, or visit one of the local shops. On City Stages Wednesdays, members receive 10% off at Verbena Free Spirited Shoppe, Jukebox, and Patron Saint with proof of a current CMA membership through digital or physical cards.  Please check with each location regarding available hours during the performance dates. 

Seating is limited—bring camp chairs and enjoy an evening of music and dancing in the street.

Free parking is available in the Lutheran Hospital lot located at West 28th Street and Franklin Boulevard.

Transformer Station is located at 1460 West 29th Street (at the corner of Church Avenue), Cleveland, OH 44113. Transformer Station remains open until 9:00 p.m. during City Stages.

City Stages Schedule

Wednesday, July 10, 7:30 p.m.
Pahua (Mexico)

Pahua, which in Nahuatl means sweet fruit or avocado, is the brainchild of Paulina Sotomayor, a Mexican DJ, producer, percussionist, and vocalist who bridges the gap between alternative electronic music and Latin rhythms. 

Wednesday, July 17, 7:30 p.m.
Wesli (Canada/Haiti)

Born Wesley Louissaint in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Wesli is a prolific songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose music links Haitian voudou and rara with roots, Afrobeat, and hip-hop. 

Wednesday, July 31, 7:30 p.m.
Bia Ferreira (Brazil)

Bia Ferreira, a Brazilian singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, stands out for her innovative approach to combining Afrodiasporic rhythms—like soul, R & B, reggae, and rap—with Brazilian music—such as samba and repente. She is known for her lyrics addressing racism, women’s rights, and LGBTQIAP+ rights.