make a spectacle of yourself

make a spectacle of (oneself)

To attract attention by foolish or conspicuous behavior. Katie made a spectacle of herself at the New Year's Eve party by confronting her ex-boyfriend in front of all the other guests. Darren's so clumsy that he tends to make a spectacle of himself everywhere he goes.
See also: make, of, spectacle
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

make a ˈspectacle of yourself

draw attention to yourself by behaving or dressing in a ridiculous way in public: He made a spectacle of himself by shouting at the barman.
See also: make, of, spectacle
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • allowance
  • make a spectacle of (oneself)
  • make allowance
  • have a run-in
  • have a run-in with (someone)
  • have a run-in with somebody
  • have a run-in with someone/something
  • beat a (hasty) retreat
  • beat a hasty retreat
  • hasty