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Akron Marathon Wellness Challenge

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Celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial! It's free to participate! Set a personal goal: Complete 200 wellness activities from January 7 – December 6 Choose your activity: Biking Hiking PT/OT Swimming Strength Training […]

Akron Bicentennial Signature Celebration Week

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Join us for Akron’s Bicentennial Signature Week! From the high-energy Bicentennial Concert Series and the show-stopping Downtown Parade presented by Goodyear, to the vibrant Heart of Akron Festival and Homecoming Feature the Future Exhibition presented by Bridgestone, this is the ultimate tribute to 200 years of Akron pride. The  Heart of Akron Festival, taking place  […]

Heart of Akron Festival

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  This Independence Day, Akron turns 200—and we’re throwing a birthday party like no other! The  Heart of Akron Festival, taking place July 3, 4, and 5 at Lock 3, invites the community to gather for a three-day celebration packed with live music, mouth-watering food, dazzling fireworks, a special  Sample the City tasting event, and Akron’s […]