At The Battleground, not only do we offer delicious traditional Mexican food – we also host live music, immersive cooking classes, salsa dancing, and other events that immerse you in Mexican culture, build a more connected community, and support our values.
Make plans to join us for any (or all!) of our upcoming open and ticketed events. We can’t wait to see you at The Battleground!
- SAT, MAY 28: John Reynolds & Jack DiAlesandroJohn Reynolds and Jack DiAlesandro bring an evening of string band music blues and jazz to the Battleground. With acoustic guitar and mandolin Jack and John present an evening that’s sure to be virtuosic and entertaining.
- THU, JUN 2: Tina Bergmann & Bryan ThomasTina Bergmann and Bryan Thomas are a northeast Ohio husband and wife duo playing American Old Time, Celtic, and South American Music on hammered dulcimer and bass. Tina is a virtuoso hammered dulcimer player known for her driving energy, syncopated rhythms, and fine musicality. Described by Pete Seeger as “the best hammered dulcimer player I’ve heard in my life,” she’s also been promoted as the “Diva of the Dulcimer” by Apollo’s Fire, Cleveland’s Baroque Orchestra. Bryan Thomas is a dynamic and conversational double bassist, sought for his ability to embrace tradition but defy convention. Together Tina and Bryan create a surprising and wonderful musical experience that has enthralled audiences throughout the United States.
- SAT, JUN 4: Jon MoseyBattleground favorite Jon Mosey returns to the patio for an evening of foot stomping acoustic blues and roots music. Jon’s virtuosic Piedmont Blues/Ragtime guitar playing and unique voice blend perfectly in his energetic performances. Jon’s songwriting draws from his experiences playing many different styles of music including blues, ragtime, old-time, and bluegrass. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Mosey’s special blend of roots music live.
- THU, JUN 9: Si Se Puede Release PartyJoin us for the Si Se Puede Beer release party with LUCHA’s Alejandra Gomez and Tomás Robles Jr., two of the country’s leading voices for immigration reform. Check out their recent piece in the NY Times.
Living United for Change in Arizona (LUCHA) is an organization led by changemakers fighting for social, racial, and economic transformation. LUCHA is committed to human dignity, inclusion, equity and collective growth, and works to reclaim our shared power alongside our families and community.
- SAT, JUN 11: Guy Pernetti
- SAT, JUN 18: Tina Bergmann & Bryan ThomasTina Bergmann and Bryan Thomas are a northeast Ohio husband and wife duo playing American Old Time, Celtic, and South American Music on hammered dulcimer and bass. Tina is a virtuoso hammered dulcimer player known for her driving energy, syncopated rhythms, and fine musicality. Described by Pete Seeger as “the best hammered dulcimer player I’ve heard in my life,” she’s also been promoted as the “Diva of the Dulcimer” by Apollo’s Fire, Cleveland’s Baroque Orchestra. Bryan Thomas is a dynamic and conversational double bassist, sought for his ability to embrace tradition but defy convention. Together Tina and Bryan create a surprising and wonderful musical experience that has enthralled audiences throughout the United States.
- SAT, JUN 25: Eric Noden
- SAT, JUL 2: Jon MoseyBattleground favorite Jon Mosey returns to the patio for an evening of foot stomping acoustic blues and roots music. Jon’s virtuosic Piedmont Blues/Ragtime guitar playing and unique voice blend perfectly in his energetic performances. Jon’s songwriting draws from his experiences playing many different styles of music including blues, ragtime, old-time, and bluegrass. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Mosey’s special blend of roots music live.
- SAT, JUL 9: John Reynolds & Jack DiAlesandroJohn Reynolds and Jack DiAlesandro bring an evening of string band music blues and jazz to the Battleground. With acoustic guitar and mandolin Jack and John present an evening that’s sure to be virtuosic and entertaining.
- SAT, JUL 16: Tina Bergmann & Bryan ThomasTina Bergmann and Bryan Thomas are a northeast Ohio husband and wife duo playing American Old Time, Celtic, and South American Music on hammered dulcimer and bass. Tina is a virtuoso hammered dulcimer player known for her driving energy, syncopated rhythms, and fine musicality. Described by Pete Seeger as “the best hammered dulcimer player I’ve heard in my life,” she’s also been promoted as the “Diva of the Dulcimer” by Apollo’s Fire, Cleveland’s Baroque Orchestra. Bryan Thomas is a dynamic and conversational double bassist, sought for his ability to embrace tradition but defy convention. Together Tina and Bryan create a surprising and wonderful musical experience that has enthralled audiences throughout the United States.
- SAT, JUL 23: Jim Ballard & One Strang
- SAT, JUL 30: Bobby Selvaggio Jazz DuoRenowned saxophonist and composer Bobby Selvaggio brings his jazz duo to the Battleground’s backyard patio. In the words of pianist Kenny Werner, “Bobby is among the best of players out there,” and legendary saxophonist Joe Lovano praises Bobby by calling him “one of the few young saxophonists on the scene today that captures you with his strong presence, focus, and sound.” Selvaggio is also director of Jazz Studies at Kent State University.
- SAT, AUG 6: Jon MoseyBattleground favorite Jon Mosey returns to the patio for an evening of foot stomping acoustic blues and roots music. Jon’s virtuosic Piedmont Blues/Ragtime guitar playing and unique voice blend perfectly in his energetic performances. Jon’s songwriting draws from his experiences playing many different styles of music including blues, ragtime, old-time, and bluegrass. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Mosey’s special blend of roots music live.
- SAT, AUG 13: Jim Ballard & One Strang
- SAT, AUG 20: Andy Cohen & Eric Noden
- SAT, AUG 27: Tina Bergmann & Bryan ThomasTina Bergmann and Bryan Thomas are a northeast Ohio husband and wife duo playing American Old Time, Celtic, and South American Music on hammered dulcimer and bass. Tina is a virtuoso hammered dulcimer player known for her driving energy, syncopated rhythms, and fine musicality. Described by Pete Seeger as “the best hammered dulcimer player I’ve heard in my life,” she’s also been promoted as the “Diva of the Dulcimer” by Apollo’s Fire, Cleveland’s Baroque Orchestra. Bryan Thomas is a dynamic and conversational double bassist, sought for his ability to embrace tradition but defy convention. Together Tina and Bryan create a surprising and wonderful musical experience that has enthralled audiences throughout the United States.
- SAT, SEP 3: Jon MoseyBattleground favorite Jon Mosey returns to the patio for an evening of foot stomping acoustic blues and roots music. Jon’s virtuosic Piedmont Blues/Ragtime guitar playing and unique voice blend perfectly in his energetic performances. Jon’s songwriting draws from his experiences playing many different styles of music including blues, ragtime, old-time, and bluegrass. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Mosey’s special blend of roots music live.
- SAT, SEP 10: Tina Bergmann & Bryan ThomasTina Bergmann and Bryan Thomas are a northeast Ohio husband and wife duo playing American Old Time, Celtic, and South American Music on hammered dulcimer and bass. Tina is a virtuoso hammered dulcimer player known for her driving energy, syncopated rhythms, and fine musicality. Described by Pete Seeger as “the best hammered dulcimer player I’ve heard in my life,” she’s also been promoted as the “Diva of the Dulcimer” by Apollo’s Fire, Cleveland’s Baroque Orchestra. Bryan Thomas is a dynamic and conversational double bassist, sought for his ability to embrace tradition but defy convention. Together Tina and Bryan create a surprising and wonderful musical experience that has enthralled audiences throughout the United States.
- SAT, SEP 17: Eric Noden
- SAT, SEP 24: Bobby Selvaggio Jazz DuoRenowned saxophonist and composer Bobby Selvaggio brings his jazz duo to the Battleground’s backyard patio. In the words of pianist Kenny Werner, “Bobby is among the best of players out there,” and legendary saxophonist Joe Lovano praises Bobby by calling him “one of the few young saxophonists on the scene today that captures you with his strong presence, focus, and sound.” Selvaggio is also director of Jazz Studies at Kent State University.
- FRI, JUN 24: Tequila Tasting$25.00Join us for our second tequila tasting, Friday June 24th at 5:30pm! We will be sampling seven different tequilas accompanied by an appetizer. You will learn about the history of tequila, the different types of tequila, and explore a variety of flavors. This event will be held on the backyard patio (in case of rain, we will move inside).
- Friday July 22nd Tequila Tasting$25.00Join us for our third tequila tasting, Friday, July 22nd at 5:30pm! We will be sampling seven different tequilas accompanied by an appetizer. You will learn about the history of tequila, the different types of tequila, and explore a variety of flavors. This event will be held on the backyard patio (in case of rain, we will move inside).