Meet Cleveland’s Next Wave

Up Next CLE shines a light on the city’s emerging creators, entrepreneurs, and artists shaping tomorrow’s Cleveland.

A vibrant street scene in Cleveland featuring diverse young creators collaborating outdoors.
A vibrant street scene in Cleveland featuring diverse young creators collaborating outdoors.
Our Mission
Community Focus

We connect local talent through storytelling and events, building a hub where creativity and collaboration thrive.

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Up Next CLE truly captures the heartbeat of our city's creative spirit.

J. Lee

Portrait of a smiling young artist in a vibrant Cleveland studio.
Portrait of a smiling young artist in a vibrant Cleveland studio.

Their stories shine a light on the people making Cleveland’s future bright.

M. Davis

Photo of a community event with diverse creators sharing ideas in Cleveland.
Photo of a community event with diverse creators sharing ideas in Cleveland.
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