CLEVELAND — We're staring down another weekend of staying tucked in safe at home in Ohio, and there's lots of options to stay entertained while we do it.
For one thing, there's a global virtual concert happening, airing right here on 3News and featuring incredibly performers.
This moment also makes for a great time to get creative about how we think about movie night, and thankfully that powers that be are providing us with lots of options to do it.
Read on for things to do that will bring you joy between now and Monday morning, when we start the race to Friday all over again.
Lady Gaga's 'One World: Together at Home' concert
What: Lady Gaga is getting all of her friends together to put on an incredible show that's being called the largest (virtual) gathering of major artists and influencers since Live Aid in 1985. The event will entertain and encourage giving while the world battles the COVID-19 coronavirus. Produced by Global Citizen, the "One World: Together at Home" concert will support frontline healthcare workers and the World Health Organization. Performers will include Lady Gaga, Rolling Stones, Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Celine Dion, Oprah Winfrey, Alicia Keys, Usher, Stevie Wonder, Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney, Eddie Vedder, Billie Eilish, Lizzo, John Legend, Pharrell Williams, LL Cool J, Amy Poehler, Andrea Bocelli, Kacey Musgraves, Ellen DeGeneres, Awkwafina, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Camila Cabello, Chris Martin, David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, Finneas, Idris Elba and Sabrina Elba, J Balvin, Keith Urban, Kerry Washington, Maluma, Lupita Nyong'o, Lang Lang, Sam Smith, Matthew McConaughey, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Shah Rukh, Khan, Shawn Mendes, and Burna Boy.
Where: Watch the performance on 3News, and a digital stream will be available on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Amazon Prime Video, TIDAL, Yahoo, Apple platforms and Twitch.
When: Saturday, starting online at 2 p.m. and on TV at 8 p.m. Eastern
Take a virtual hike with Cleveland Metroparks
What: Cleveland Metroparks is inviting guests to celebrate opening day for trails virtually this season. CEO Brian Zimmerman and expert trail builder Ralph Protano will be live on Facebook, sharing what’s new and what’s next on Cleveland Metroparks trails.
Where: Cleveland Metroparks on Facebook Live
When: Saturday at 10 a.m.
Cleveland International Film Festival
What: The Cleveland International Film Festival is back on… online! Stream this year’s features for $8 each, or become a “Film Buff” member and see them all for $75.
Where: Visit CIFF Streams here
When: Now through April 28
Have a Netflix Party
What: Speaking of movies, the streaming giant finally took the hint, and now you can sync up your movie night with an on-screen group chat with Netflix Party, a free add-on if you already have the service.
Where: Netflixparty.com
Crash John Krasinski's virtual prom
What: Do you have a high school senior or junior in the house who is bummed about missing their prom? Did you miss yours in the past, and have been dying for a chance to make it up? John Krasinski has come to the rescue with a virtual dance party on his new YouTube show, Some Good News, to be DJed by him and friends. We're willing to bet his guests on the turntables will all be a pretty big deal.
Where: Join the party here
When: Friday at 8 p.m. Eastern
AirBNB launches Online Experiences
What: Now you can take a virtual trip with the newest addition to AirBNB, where you can book one of a kind online experiences. Options include yoga sessions, wine and coffee master classes, and guided meditaion just to name a few.
Where: Connect with hosts from around the world here.
