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 […]
Pilobolus Aug 8, 9 Lock 3 Park (200 S. Main St., Akron, Ohio 44305) https://pilobolus.org/ Sponsored by the City of Akron, The Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival has been established to honor the legacy of the legendary founding Artistic Director of Ohio Ballet, and continues the tradition of free public performances by respected dance companies, […]
The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k brings the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet for a unique and unforgettable racing experience. Set a personal record on Goodyear’s Proving Grounds before making your way past the company’s historic World Headquarters and campus. More info here.
Your neighbors in Highland Square invite you to Civic Saturday Akron -- a joyful neighborhood gathering to celebrate community and shared civic power! Join us Saturday, August 9, on the corner of W Market & N Rose Blvd for a morning of music, inspiration, coffee, and conversation! 10 AM coffee, donuts, Civic Matchmaking 10:30 seated gathering begins featuring keynote speaker Dominic Moore-Dunson […]
Pilobolus Aug 8, 9 Lock 3 Park (200 S. Main St., Akron, Ohio 44305) https://pilobolus.org/ Sponsored by the City of Akron, The Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival has been established to honor the legacy of the legendary founding Artistic Director of Ohio Ballet, and continues the tradition of free public performances by respected dance companies, […]
Swing for Education — Support Education & Equity The Akron NAACP invites you to our 2025 Scholarship Golf Outing on Monday, August 11, 2025, at the beautiful Turkeyfoot Lake Golf Links. Enjoy a fun-filled day on the course while helping us raise critical scholarship funds for local students pursuing higher education. Whether you're a seasoned […]
Join us for the next installment of the Forgotten History Forum Series presented by FirstEnergy Foundation, and in partnership with our exclusive media partner, PBS Western Reserve. Spaceflight historian and museum professional Matt Polner discusses the remarkable story of the Mercury spacesuit, forged in Akron and launched into the cosmos. Experience the trials and tribulations […]
PorchROKR, which takes place in the Highland Square Neighborhood, is a one-of-a-kind outdoor music festival experience, showcasing some of the best musical talent from around the region. With a variety of genres represented and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s an event you won’t want to miss. Come and enjoy a day of music, food and fun! […]
A Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Marcus Garvey Akron Rites of Passage Institute presents The Village Ball, a fundraising effort for the Akron African American Cultural Community Center & Museum Complex. Marcus Mosiah Garvey Jr. was a Jamaican political activist. He was the founder and first President-General of the Universal Negro Improvement Association […]
Join the Akron Art Museum for a surf-themed party featuring: Outdoor event Screen printing Beach themed cocktails Outdoor games (cornhole, limbo, jenga) More details to come.
Celebrate Akron LGBTQ+ Pride 2025 in Downtown! Enjoy local and national entertainers, exhibitors, interactive children's area, food trucks, nosh and so much more! The annual Equity March begins at 10:00 am. For more information, click HERE.
The Akron Art Museum is free for all on Saturday, August 23rd from 11am-5pm to celebrate the Akron Pride Festival.
