10th Annual Harvard Cultural Fest

We do not own the rights to any music played by the live bands or used as background music. Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, the Ohio Arts Council, and City of Cleveland Ward 1 Councilman Joe Jones sponsor the 10th Annual Harvard Cultural Fest. Thanks to their funding, the Harvard Community Services Center was able to host its largest Festival to date with a lineup of amazing local bands: 🎶 Our Incredible 2026 Lineup Five phenomenal local bands lit up the stage and kept the crowd moving from afternoon to evening— a full day of music, unity, and Cleveland pride. Carlos Jones & The PLUS Band — Cleveland’s legendary reggae heartbeat Forecast — jazz‑fusion energy with hometown soul Hubb’s Groove — smooth, sophisticated, and unmistakably Cleveland The Band With No Name — crowd‑moving rhythm and raw musical fire Reflectionz with Savon Bass — hometown harmonies that set the tone for the day 🎉 The Vibrant Zone — Where the Crowd Came Alive! While Brenda Lee Simpson — The Line Dance Queen kept the crowd dancing from the first beat to the final bow, the festival grounds were bursting with nonstop excitement and community joy. Families and friends jumped right into the Hula Hoop Fun with Gerri McCully, danced along with DJ Big B, and enjoyed the smooth coordination of Sober Sounds throughout the day. A huge shout‑out to: Master of Ceremonies Chuck Conway Jr. — keeping the energy high and the crowd engaged; Carl Perkins and his security team — ensuring a safe, smooth festival experience; every vendor and every food truck — bringing flavor, creativity, and local pride; Park Play Party — lighting up the kids’ zone with full‑life characters: Spider‑Man, Hello Kitty, and colorful face painting; Photographers Lewis Burrell III and Israel Lovechild — capturing the magic of the day through every lens Graphic Designer Robb “FrostByte” King — delivering sharp, vibrant fliers to promote and market the Festival And of course… 💛 A Heartfelt thank you to each of Our VOLUNTEERS! 💛SPECIAL SHOUT OUT TO OH SEW POWERFUL INC. (free arts & crafts for all ages) 💛The Archbishop Lyke School (use of the parking and additional land) 💛 Big thanks to Cleveland Neighborhood Progress for powering the fun with their Love Cleveland Neighborhoods, Land Line. To the left is one of the highlight videos. We will share more video highlights in our August newsletter.