Free, outdoor activities for all this summer in downtown Akron.
From Kickboxing to Pilates, roller skating and more, Summer Downtown features free events and activities for all ages and abilities.
Download the 2026 Summer Downtown Schedule. (coming soon)
Wellness on the Plaza
All downtown fitness classes are free to attend and pre-registration is encouraged. All classes take place on Cascade Plaza in downtown Akron. Click on the titles for more information and to register.
Vinyasa Yoga on the Plaza with Yoga Squared
Tuesdays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. | May 19 - September 1
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Kickboxing on the Plaza with Black2Life Fitness Ministry
Tuesdays | 6:40 to 7:20 p.m. | May 19 - July 7
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Line Dancing on the Plaza with JustUs Line Dance Crew
Wednesdays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. | May 20 - September 2
Sundays | 3 - 4 p.m. | May 24 - August 30
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Pilates on the Plaza with PilatiBarre
Thursdays | 6:40 to 7:40 p.m. | May 21 - September 3
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Functional Fitness on the Plaza with Operation Keep It Moving
Thursdays | 6:40 to 7:40 p.m. | July 14 - September 1
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Pop-up Yoga in the Northside District
Join us for Yoga on the Green in the Northside District, led by instructors from Yoga Squared, on these Sundays: June 21, July 19, August 16, and September 6. 10 am - 11 am.
Summit Sports & Social Cascade Cornhole Clash
A weekly Cornhole League on Cascade Plaza
Wednesdays 6 - 8 pm
Session 1 May 27 - June 24 (July 8 rain date)
Session 2 July 15 - August 12 (August 19 rain date)
Teams of 2, or sign up solo! Prizes & cool, weird throwback trophies for champions.
Click here to register as a team or an individual.
Midday on Main Concerts: Wednesdays, noon - 1:30 pm
- May 27 • Lock 3 • Anna Beau
- June 3 • Lock 3 • Matt Zukes
- June 10 • Cascade Plaza • Shelby Olive
- June 17 • Lock 3 • Jeri Lee Sapronetti
- June 24 • Lock 3 • Anna Beau
- July 8 • Cascade Plaza • Rachel Roberts
- July 15 • Lock 3 • Matt Zukes
- July 22 • Lock 3 • Scott Sopata
- July 29 • Lock 3 • Sadhu
- August 5 • Lock 3 • Victor Samalot
- August 12 • Cascade Plaza • Jeri Lee Sapronetti
- August 19 • Lock 3 • Shelby Olive
- August 26 • Lock 3 • Abby Riley
- September 2 • Lock 3 • Bethany Joy
Roller Skating on the Plaza
All downtown roller skating events are free to attend.
Skate Nights: Lace up your skates for some old-school roller-skating action.
- Music provided by DJs
- Skates available to rent for $2/pair, or bring your own (free)
- Food and drinks available for purchase from The Shed
Skating is on the concrete of Cascade Plaza.
Saturdays | 5 - 8 p.m.
2026 Skate Night Dates & Themes:
- June 13 • Space Cowboy
- June 27 • K-Pop
- July 18 • Christmas in July
- August 1 • Back to School Skate
- August 22 • Pride Night
- September 5 • 90s Throwback Night
Downtown Akron Walking Tours
Downtown Akron After-Hours Walking Tour: Join Downtown Akron Partnership for a guided walking tour of downtown Akron. Learn about public art projects, small businesses and downtown developments.
Meets and ends at the entrance to Lock 3 on Main St. Free parking is available in the State Street parking deck, 52 W State St.
Wednesdays • 11:30 am | May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, and October 14.
Saturdays • 12:00 pm | May 30, July 25, August 29, October 31
Free Wi-Fi is available on Cascade Plaza powered by DSI.
Support for summer programming is provided by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
Musicians, performances and cultural events are made possible with support from Ohio Arts Council.