Get ready to kick off the month of May with a big weekend. Several events are planned, most notably May the Fourth, Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby.
Whether you're going to place your bets, binge on tacos or re-watch "The Force Awakens," there's an event to appeal to all interests this weekend.
Check out our list of 10 things to do in Northeast Ohio:
Ali Wong
What: Comedian Ali Wong has been igniting laughs ever since her "Baby Cobra" Netflix special dropped in 2016. She followed up with "Hard Knock Wife" last year, chronicling her adventures in motherhood. She'll perform at the Masonic Auditorium for one show Friday. Get tickets here.
Where: Cleveland Masonic Auditorium, 3615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
When: Friday 7:30 p.m.
Bald Eagle Fest
What: Explore the majestic bald eagle with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History at Mentor Marsh. Hike to see the marsh's eagle nest, shop local vendors and learn all about eagles for free. Learn more and register for a hike here.
Where: Carol H. Sweet Nature Center, 5185 Corduroy Road, Mentor
When: Sunday 12-5 p.m.
Batman's 80th anniversary film screening
What: Celebrate Batman's 80th anniversary with a special screening of the 1989 Michael Keaton classic. Cedar Lee Theatre will show the film for just $7. Get tickets here.
Where: Cedar Lee Theatre, 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights
When: Saturday 1 p.m.
Cinco de Mario Kart
What: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with some Mario Kart 64. Compete for Yuzu gift cards and enjoy Dos Equis samples as you race your way to become the champ. Learn more here.
Where: Yuzu, 13603 Madison Ave., Lakewood
When: Sunday 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Family Day at International Women's Air & Space Museum
What: Head to the museum for a free family day, complete with games, crafts and special meet and greets with police and fire responders. Learn more here.
Where: International Women's Air & Space Museum, 1501 N. Marginal Road, Cleveland
When: Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kentucky Derby
What: Break out your big hat and mix up some mint juleps. The 145th Kentucky Derby takes place Saturday and you can watch it on Channel 3 at 6:50 p.m. You can also celebrate at the Black and Gold Derby Party, sponsored by WKYC. Reporters Jasmine Monroe and Tiffany Tarpley will emcee the event, and it's all for a good cause as the fundraiser generates scholarship money. Get tickets here.
Where: FirstEnergy Stadium, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland
When: Saturday 4-10 p.m.
lovelytheband
What: If you're feeling broken, head to House of Blues for lovelytheband, the indie pop band best known for the single "Broken." They'll be joined by supporting acts Flora Cash and Jagwar Twin. Get tickets here.
Where: House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
When: Friday 7 p.m.
May East Fourth Be With You Race & Bar Crawl
What: Gather your fellow Star Wars fans for this May 4 race and bar crawl. The 1 1/4 mile run begins at 10:30 a.m., then you'll spend the day on E. 4th Street at bars including Zocalo, Butcher and Brewer and Corner Alley. Learn more and register here.
Where: E. 4th Street, Cleveland
When: Saturday 10:30 a.m.
New Kids on the Block
What: Throw it back this weekend with New Kids at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Supporting acts include Salt n Pepa, Naughty by Nature, Tiffany and Debbie Gibson. Get tickets here.
Where: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, 1 Center Court, Cleveland
When: Saturday 8 p.m.
Taco & Tequila Crawl
What: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a day early at this bar crawl perfect for margarita lovers. Make your way through downtown Cleveland's bars and enjoy complimentary tacos, drink specials, a party shuttle and a rooftop party. Get tickets here.
Where: Downtown Cleveland
When: Saturday 12-6 p.m.
