Free pop-up clinic in Cleveland will offer dental, vision and medical services February 28-March 1

A two-day event aims to expand access to basic care with no insurance or identification required

A free pop-up health clinic is scheduled to operate in Cleveland on Feb. 28 and March 1, 2026, offering no-cost dental, vision and medical services on a first-come, first-served basis. The clinic will be hosted at John Hay High School, 2075 Stokes Blvd., in Cleveland’s University Circle area.

The event is organized by Remote Area Medical (RAM), a nonprofit known for temporary clinics that provide basic health services to people who face barriers to care, including lack of insurance or difficulty paying out-of-pocket costs. The Cleveland clinic is open to everyone, and patients will not be asked to provide insurance or identification to receive services.

What services will be available

Organizers say the clinic will provide three main categories of care:

• Dental services, including cleanings, fillings and extractions.

• Vision services, including eye exams and eyeglasses.

• Medical services, described as general health evaluations and screenings.

Due to time and staffing limitations typical of pop-up clinics, patients may need to choose between dental and vision services. Medical services are expected to be available to patients attending the clinic.

How the clinic will operate

Clinic doors are expected to open at 6 a.m. each day. The patient parking lot is scheduled to open by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, and remain open overnight for those arriving early. RAM notes that dental and vision lines can fill quickly and that closing times can change depending on patient volume, volunteer availability and weather conditions.

Organizers recommend patients bring food and water, necessary medications and warm clothing, especially for those arriving overnight. Bathrooms are expected to be available on site.

Context: pop-up care and ongoing local options

Pop-up clinics are often designed to deliver high-demand services—particularly dental and vision care—that can be difficult to access quickly without insurance or available appointments. In Greater Cleveland, several community organizations also provide ongoing low-cost or free services through fixed clinics and periodic community events, creating multiple entry points for residents seeking basic care, screenings and navigation help.

Practical guidance from organizers: arrive early, expect lines, and prepare for the possibility that services may be limited by capacity.

Residents considering the clinic are encouraged to plan for wait times and to monitor for operational updates as the event date approaches.