ROC in CLE

May 19 and 20

After a party to remember featuring Grammy-award winning band Train in 2021, Western Reserve Land Conservancy is once again partnering with Scott and Julie Mawaka and the Mawaka Charitable Foundation to benefit our Reforest Our City program. Rock Hall of Fame inductees Lynyrd Skynyrd will entertain us as we raise awareness about trees and the important role they play in a healthy and equitable environment now and for future generations. ROC in CLE 2023 is our signature fundraising event, with proceeds benefiting our efforts that have so far resulted in 15,000 trees planted and distributed throughout our region. It features three incredible events:

On May 19, gather at our award-winning, nationally renowned Conservation Center in Moreland Hills for breakfast and a panel discussion with experts representing Cleveland’s major healthcare institutions. They will discuss how the environment and trees shape our physical, mental, and spiritual health
On May 20, we invite you to join the party as a VIP at a red-carpet concert event at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica, in the heart of Downtown Cleveland. You will enjoy complimentary valet parking, catered gourmet food, signature cocktails, an exclusive VIP Party, and a front row experience of performances by opening act Brother Trouble and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees LYNYRD SKYNYRD! VIPs will be only a few feet away from the stage as the band performs some of their classic hits like “Gimme Three Steps”, “Freebird”, and “Sweet Home Alabama.”
For Earth Day, we invite our sponsors and friends to join us to plant trees in the City of Cleveland and experience the great work being done by Western Reserve Land Conservancy’s efforts to Reforest Our City!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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FRIDAY, MAY 19
8:30 – 10:00AM

Gather at our award-winning, nationally renowned Conservation Center in Moreland Hills for breakfast and a panel discussion with experts representing Cleveland’s major healthcare institutions who will discuss how the environment and trees shape our physical, mental, and spiritual health

SATURDAY, MAY 20
ROC in CLE Concert, Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica

5 PM

VIP Ultimate ticket holders will enjoy complimentary valet parking, catered gourmet food, signature cocktails, an exclusive VIP Party, and an up-close, center-stage floor seat.

7 PM

Doors open for General Admission, Gold, and Reserve Skybox

8 PM

Brother Trouble

9:15 PM

Lynyrd Skynyrd

Sponsorship

Once known as the Forest City, Cleveland trees are dying at a record pace due to disease and age. We are looking for corporate sponsors, performing artists, local businesses, and many others to join our cause.

In 2021, Western Reserve Land Conservancy and the Mawaka Foundation, led by Scott and Julie Mawaka, partnered to raise over $500,000 to directly fund tree planting and restoring the Cleveland tree canopy. Over their lifetime, the trees we planted last year as part of ROC in CLE will:

Sequester over 12,800 pounds of carbon dioxide, the main cause of climate change;
Intercept more than 89,000 gallons of stormwater runoff
Remove 49 pounds of toxic air pollutants that can cause respiratory illness such as asthma
Help reduce the heat island effect in urban populations of Cleveland
Reduce noise pollution and improve the quality of life for thousands of Clevelanders for generations to come!

We’re expecting ROC in CLE 2022 to make an even greater impact. Contact us today for more details on sponsoring ROC in CLE.

Contact us:

Megan Quinn

216.246.0060

mquinn@wrlandconservancy.org

FAQ

General

What is ROC in CLE?
- ROC in CLE is a two-day event that includes a corporate breakfast, community tree plantings, and an evening VIP event and concert with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees LYNYRD SKYNYRD! It will be our biggest fundraising event ever. We have partnered with Scott and Julie Mawaka and the Mawaka Charitable Foundation to raise awareness of the connection between land, people, and community to ensure a healthy and equitable environment for generations.
Event Details
- Corporate Breakfast: 9 AM at Western Reserve Land Conservancy Conservation Center
- ROC in CLE Concert at Jacobs Pavilion, 2014 Sycamore St, Cleveland, OH 44113
  - VIP Ultimate Party – 5:00 PM
  - General Admission – 7:00 PM
- What happens if it rains?
  - ROC in CLE will go on rain or shine. If conditions are unsafe shows may be delayed or canceled. You will be informed of any weather-related updates by email, to the email address you used when purchasing your tickets.
- Attire
  - Outdoor concert chic- practical shoes and weather-appropriate attire encouraged.
- Food options
  - We will have a wide variety of food options for those with dietary restrictions.
  - General admission will have access to the concession stands.
- Smoking
  - Smoking is prohibited.
- What are the security protocols of Jacobs Pavilion?
  - All guests entering the venue are subject to a security screening. The purpose of the inspection is to detect prohibited items. Please click this link to see the list of prohibited items:
    - https://www.jacobspavilion.com/venue-info/

Parking

Where do we park for the concert?
- VIP Ultimate tickets include valet parking.
- Parking is available for general admission guests at 1200 Elm Street, Cleveland, OH 44113.
- It is recommended that guests arrive in plenty of time for events in order to avoid congestion or delays – parking will be open several hours prior to the start of the event.

Getting to Jacobs Pavilion is a breeze, with many different transport options to choose from, including walking, bicycling, public transport (bus and light rail) and driving. Taxis or rideshare companies (i.e. Uber or Lyft) also operate in Cleveland and are a quick and convenient option.
NOTE: The Center Street Bridge is closed for repairs and is expected to remain closed through October 2022.

COVID Protocols

The ROC in CLE event will be guided by CDC guidelines https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/home. We ask if you are feeling ill to please stay home and while at the event to practice social distancing.