Weapons of Mass Creation

Eight years ago, Cleveland-based design firm Go Media launched Weapons of Mass Creation Fest as the region's premier design conference. In the years since, the festival has grown and evolved. Moving this year to Mahall's in Lakewood, WMC Fest brings artists, designers, illustrators, art directors, freelancers and students to Northeast Ohio for three days of inspiration, networking and exchanging ideas. The weekend-long event commences at 10 a.m. today with a Cleveland Studio Tour and concludes at 6:30 on Sunday with "closing announcements and tearful goodbyes." In between, expect talks, music, virtual reality experiences and, of course, bowling. Weekend passes are $110; individual day tickets range from $40 to $65, and some workshops require an additional fee. As usual, tickets, especially three-day passes, are expected to sell out quickly. For more information, a complete schedule, and ticket purchase, visit the website. (Usmani)