Bicentennial

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330 Day Concert with The Summit FM

Akron Civic Theatre 182 S Main St, Akron, OH, United States

The Summit FM is proud to present the 8th annual 330 Day Concert on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the Akron Civic Theatre. This year’s event promises to be a memorable one, featuring an exciting lineup of beloved 330-area musicians performing iconic hits by legendary Ohio artists. The 330 Day Concert, a free, all-ages event, celebrates the vibrant […]

Interweaving Sacred Prayers Collaborative

Summit Artspace 140 E. Market St., Akron, OH, United States

Join us for an evening of faith, collaboration, and creation with Women's Interfaith Spiritual Heritage and Akron Area Interfaith Council.

Akron History Center Grand Opening

Akron History Center 172 S Main St, Akron, OH, United States

After three years of designing , fabricating and installing more than 60 exhibits showing more than 100 relics of Akron’s Past, the Akron History Center is ready for the public to be inspired by 200 years of our city’s History. Public Opening: 1:00 - 5:00 pm Private Opening Ceremony (by invitation only): 11:00 am

Downtown Akron Sakura Festival

Downtown Akron Akron, OH, United States

Downtown Akron Partnership presents the 2025 Downtown Akron Sakura Festival along the Towpath, including Locks 1, 2 and 3, the Towpath Trailhead at Spaghetti Warehouse, the James R. Williams Tower in Ohio & Erie Canal Park, and The Mustill Store. The festival is free and open to all. For more information, click here.  

Light the Locks

Downtown Akron Akron, OH, United States

Due to weather conditions affecting the safety of the canal, the Akron Bicentennial Light the Locks ceremony has been postponed until late summer/early fall. We will share more updates once the rescheduled event date is confirmed.

Citywide Communion Worship

The House of the Lord 1650 Diagonal Road, Akron, OH, United States

Join us for this special Citywide Communion Worship Service, presented by the Greater Akron Fellowship of Clergy, at The House of the Lord.

The University of Akron JazzWeek 25: Abundance – April 7

Blu Jazz 47 E Market St, Akron, OH, United States

Once known as the vibrant Jazz Corridor of the Midwest, Akron has a deep-rooted musical heritage that continues to thrive today. To celebrate this rich history, The University of Akron will host JazzWeek 25: Abundance from April 7 to April 11, 2025. This week-long festival will take place on and around the university campus, uniting […]

The University of Akron JazzWeek 25: Abundance – April 8

EJ Thomas Hall 198 Hill St, Akron, OH, United States

Once known as the vibrant Jazz Corridor of the Midwest, Akron has a deep-rooted musical heritage that continues to thrive today. To celebrate this rich history, The University of Akron will host JazzWeek 25: Abundance from April 7 to April 11, 2025. This week-long festival will take place on and around the university campus, uniting […]

The University of Akron JazzWeek 25: Abundance – April 9

Sandefur Theatre in Guzzetta Hall 228 E Buchtel Ave, Akron, OH, United States

Once known as the vibrant Jazz Corridor of the Midwest, Akron has a deep-rooted musical heritage that continues to thrive today. To celebrate this rich history, The University of Akron will host JazzWeek 25: Abundance from April 7 to April 11, 2025. This week-long festival will take place on and around the university campus, uniting […]

The University of Akron JazzWeek 25: Abundance – April 10

Musica 51 E Market St, Akron, OH, United States

Once known as the vibrant Jazz Corridor of the Midwest, Akron has a deep-rooted musical heritage that continues to thrive today. To celebrate this rich history, The University of Akron will host JazzWeek 25: Abundance from April 7 to April 11, 2025. This week-long festival will take place on and around the university campus, uniting […]

E3 Male Summit: Empower, Elevate & Excel

University of Akron

Reading Between the Lines and Beyond the Pages: Embracing Diversity of Thought The “E3 Male Summit” stands for Empower, Elevate, and Excel Male Summit. This new name replaces the former Black, Brown, and Beyond Male Summit, reflecting the evolving needs of our current social and political climate. The updated title adopts a neutral and inclusive […]

Summit Artspace Spring Exhibitions Opening

Summit Artspace 140 E. Market St., Akron, OH, United States

Summit Artspace Spring Exhibitions opening: Betty and Howard Taylor Main Gallery | The Bottom of Reality | Michael Marras Welcome Gallery | Congressional High School Art Competition Intersections Gallery | Impressions and Expressions | Group 10 Member Exhibition Forum Gallery | Artists of Rubber City Juried Exhibition | Artists of Rubber City Horizon Gallery | New Chapter | Janoi Daley   Exhibitions will open April 11 and will […]