Akron Public Schools May Festival of the Arts 2025

Akron Rubber Ducks Game – Bicentennial Bobblehead Night

Canal Park 300 S. Main St., Akron, OH, United States

Join us for the Akron Rubber Ducks game at Bicentennial Bobblehead Night, as the Ducks take on the Erie SeaWolves. Be one of the first 1000 fans to receive a bobblehead of Judith Resnik, Akron native and Astronaut.

History on Two Wheels: Lost Entertainment of Akron

Cascade Plaza 122 S Main St, Akron, OH, United States

Explore some of Akron’s bygone past, from the thriving jazz clubs on Howard Street to the “Million Dollar Playground” at Summit Lake. Where were these places and where did they go? The ride will start from Cascade Plaza, and be about 7 miles on mostly flat terrain, almost entirely on the Towpath Trail and Main Street […]

75th Annual Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3

Lock 3 200 S Main St, Akron, OH, United States

The Council of Italian American Societies of Summit County presents the 75th Annual Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3. 2025 Festival Dates: Thursday, July 10 | Friday, July 11 | Saturday, July 12 For more information, CLICK HERE.

Akron Art Museum – Downtown@Dusk: Wishgarden

Akron Art Museum 1 South High Street, Akron, OH, United States

The Downtown @ Dusk concert series will return to the Bud and Susie Rogers Garden for its 41st season. This year’s series will take place on Thursdays with four concerts from Thursday, July 10 through Thursday, July 31. Each week, watch as local performers light up the Downtown@Dusk stage with their musical talents from 6:30–8:30 […]

Forgotten History Forum Series Presented by FirstEnergy Foundation

Akron Summit County Public Library Auditorium 60 S High St, Akron, OH, United States

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. Jon Miller, Director of the University of Akron Press, moderates a discussion of the new Akron history anthology debuting Summer 2025. The anthology features 27 authors, with several […]

Akron Art Museum – Downtown@Dusk: 15 60 75 Numbers Band

Akron Art Museum 1 South High Street, Akron, OH, United States

The Downtown @ Dusk concert series will return to the Bud and Susie Rogers Garden for its 41st season. This year’s series will take place on Thursdays with four concerts from Thursday, July 10 through Thursday, July 31. Each week, watch as local performers light up the Downtown@Dusk stage with their musical talents from 6:30–8:30 […]

45th Annual Akron African American Festival

Lock 3 200 S Main St, Akron, OH, United States

Akron African American Cultural Association presents the 45th Annual Akron African American Festival July 18-20, 2025 at Lock 3.

Akron Art Museum Free Family Day & Free Admission For All

Akron Art Museum 1 South High Street, Akron, OH, United States

Family Day: Water – 11:00 am-2:00 pm, free admission is all day from 11:00 am-5:00 pm. Looking to beat the heat this summer? Bring the family to experience a creative splash zone in the Museum’s garden! Families will jump into water-inspired art activities, while cooling off in sprinklers, kiddie pools, and slip & slides. Wear […]

Akron Art Museum – Downtown@Dusk: The Surfrajettes

Akron Art Museum 1 South High Street, Akron, OH, United States

The Downtown @ Dusk concert series will return to the Bud and Susie Rogers Garden for its 41st season. This year’s series will take place on Thursdays with four concerts from Thursday, July 10 through Thursday, July 31. Each week, watch as local performers light up the Downtown@Dusk stage with their musical talents from 6:30–8:30 […]

Akron Children’s-Summa Health Mother, Baby and Family Health Fair

Perkins Square Park, Akron Children’s Hospital, Akron Campus W Exchange St, Akron, OH, United States

Join Akron Children’s and Summa Health for a free, three-hour Mother, Baby and Family Health Fair with activities, entertainment and more! Meet our providers for mother and baby services, find out how to keep your kids healthy and safe, and enjoy summer fun downtown. We will host Touch-a-Truck, Meet the Mascots, food trucks, music and […]

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad Safety Day

Akron Northside Station 27 Ridge St, Akron, OH, United States

Come out to Akron Northside Station on July 29 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm for Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad Safety Day . This free, fun-filled event aims to raise awareness about railroad safety and offers engaging activities for all ages. More information coming soon!