Join EANDC and the community for the 50th anniversary of the East Akron Labor Day Parade! The Parade kicks off at 10:00 a.m. at the intersection of 7th Avenue and S. Arlington Street!
The 50th annual East Akron Labor Day parade is Monday, September 1, 2025. This beloved tradition celebrating music, culture, and community takes place in East Akron, along South Arlington Street between 7th Avenue and Archwood Avenue, and features a vibrant array of costumes, dance, music and community fellowship. This year’s theme, “Bringing Community Together: 50 Years of Celebration” addresses the diversity and strength of Akron’s neighbors.
The East Akron Neighborhood Development Corporation, who is the sponsor and fiscal agent of the parade, invites everyone to come together to celebrate the heritage, unity and strength of our community.