Annual Events & Festivals in Greater Akron 

As the region awakens, spring festivals in Akron bloom with culture and color. Don’t miss the Downtown Akron Sakura Festival, a celebration of Japanese heritage and cherry blossoms held along the Towpath Trail in Downtown Akron. Visitors can enjoy traditional performances, food and family-friendly activities. 

Spring also marks the start of the Akron RubberDucks baseball season at Canal Park Stadium. This Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians brings big-league energy with themed game nights, fireworks, great food, and family-friendly fun all season long. It’s the perfect way to kick off springtime in the city

Summer in Greater Akron is packed with must-see events. The FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby is a nationally and globally celebrated youth racing event held every July at Derby Downs. Twins Days Festival in nearby Twinsburg draws thousands of twins from around the world for one of the most unique gatherings anywhere. 

Don’t miss the Summit County Fair, a summertime staple at the fairgrounds with livestock shows, truck and tractor pulls, live entertainment and so much more. Meanwhile, Lock 3 in downtown Akron pulses with weekly concerts, food festivals and movie nights all summer long.

Autumn paints the region in vibrant colors and brings a festive lineup of seasonal fun. Celebrate local agriculture at the Harvest Festival at Hale Farm & Village each October, head to Boo at the Zoo at Akron Zoo or get spooky with haunted houses and Halloween events in all the surrounding communities. 

From fall craft shows to downtown festivals, this is the perfect time to explore the scenic beauty and community spirit of Summit County.

Winter brings warm cheer with festive holiday events like light displays, historic lantern tours, seasonal markets and North Pole adventures. Cozy up with indoor performances, hot cocoa and winter-themed family fun throughout the county. 

No matter the season, you’ll find unforgettable events in Akron and Summit County. Be sure to check our events calendar for up-to-date details and plan your visit around the best festivals in Akron.