Discover Our Rich Heritage

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens - Former Estate of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co-founder, F. A. Seiberling

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Live Entertainment Takes Center Stage

Live performance venues offer audiences an eclectic season of plays, musicals and other stage productions throughout Greater Akron.

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Art & Culture

Museums, galleries, public art & iconic artforms converge for an eclectic experience throughout Greater Akron.

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Summit Brew Path 2022

Explore this year's official brewery stops - each offering their own take on classic, modern & experimental brews.

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Ohio's Only National Park

Explore the Cuyahoga Valley National Park's 33,000+ acres for an outdoor recreational experience like no other!

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Climb Aboard to Explore

The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad passes through Ohio's only national park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Your seat promises an exclusive view.

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The Drip Drive - Greater Akron Coffee Experience

Shift from idle into overdrive while exploring Greater Akron's 3rd annual coffee experience tour

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City Life. Outdoor Life. Grab Life Right Here!

Hot metropolitan places alongside cool outdoor spaces. You decided which vibe will satisfy - we'd like to think you'll enjoy it all.

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PLEASE NOTE: Due to the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, please check with each attraction, venue and business for their current hours of operation and event schedules.

What's Happening Around Town

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  • Summit Metro Parks' Touch-A-Truck

    August 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm

  • Punk Rock Flea Market

    August 13

  • Hale Farm Civil War Reenactment

    August 13

  • Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k

    August 13, 6:30 am

What to do around Akron/Summit County

Akron/Summit County is a place where you can hit the trails and hike through beautiful landscapes, or see it all from the comfort of a train. It’s a place for people who want to enjoy a night at the theatre, or for those jamming along at a live concert. It’s a place where you can sit down to creative international cuisine, or you can indulge on local favorites like jojos and pizza, hamburgers, and more. If you're wondering what to do, Akron/Summit County has your answer!

Play Eat Shop August 12 - August 14

Play Eat Shop August 12 - August 14

What should you do this weekend? We have a couple of ideas for you.

Play Eat Shop August 5 - August 7

Play Eat Shop August 5 - August 7

What should you do this weekend? We have a couple of ideas for you.

Play Eat Shop July 29 - July 31

Play Eat Shop July 29 - July 31

What should you do this weekend? We have a couple of ideas for you.

Play Eat Shop July 22 - July 24

Play Eat Shop July 22 - July 24

What should you do this weekend? We have a couple of ideas for you.

More to Explore

Here's the place we'll be sharing special programs, partner initiatives and must-have information!

Music, art, theatre and more! Find events happening all over Greater Akron with the SummitLive365 event calendar.

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Experience Akron/Summit

Ohio's Only National Park

The Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Ohio's only national park - boasts 33,000 acres of natural treasures and was the 7th most-visited park in the U.S. in 2020. Gaze upon the gorgeous Brandywine Falls, ride the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad through the heart of the park, and reconnect to nature by enjoying your favorite outdoor activities!

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