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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National Travel & Tourism Week 2023

20th annual Zenith Awards & 17th annual Hospitality Scholarship Golf Tournament!

2023 Zenith Awards

Art & Culture

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

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Summit Brew Path 2023

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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The Drip Drive - Greater Akron Coffee Experience

Shift from idle into overdrive while exploring Greater Akron's 4th annual coffee experience tour

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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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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.

SEE WHAT GREATER AKRON HAS TO OFFER

PLEASE NOTE: 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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  • A Death Cafe in Downtown Akron

    June 8, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

  • Riverfront Irish Festival

    June 9, 6/9/23 5p-11:30p; 6/10/23 12p-11:30p; 6/11/23 Mass@11a; Festival open 12:30p-7p

  • Bath Art Festival

    June 10, 10 am - 5 pm

  • Step Into Autism

    June 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Riverfront Irish Festival

Riverfront Irish Festival

6/9/2023 12:00:00 AM , 6/9/23 5p-11:30p; 6/10/23 12p-11:30p; 6/11/23 Mass@11a; Festival open 12:30p-7p

Free Irish Heritage Music Festival June 9-11, 2023

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 June 2 - June 4

Play Eat Shop June 2 - June 4

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

Play Eat Shop May 26 - May 28

Play Eat Shop May 26 - May 28

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

Play-Eat-Shop May 19- May 21

Play-Eat-Shop May 19- May 21

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

Play-Eat-Shop May 12- May 14

Play-Eat-Shop May 12- May 14

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 14th most-visited park in the U.S. in 2022. 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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