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Farming While Black

2 p.m. / The Nightlight

4 p.m. - 6 p.m. / Akron-Summit County Public Library

After Hours Downtown Akron Walking Tour

4:30p.m. / Lock 3

March Jazz Jam Session ft. Nick Paparone, Zaire Darden & Jordan McBride

7 p.m. / BLU Jazz+

The Penguin Lessons

5:30 p.m. | 8 p.m. / The Nightlight

The 39th Annual Akron Antiquarian Book and Paper Show

5 p.m. - 8 p.m. / John S. Knight Center

Featured Business

Sweet Modern

Sweet Modern is a fine vintage mid-century furniture and decor store with pieces finished and ready for your home.

2 N Summit St
Second floor
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 923-9230

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Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation Announces National Interstate Insurance Company as Returning Presenting Sponsor for the 8K & 1 MileThe Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation, organizers of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health, proudly welcomes back National Interstate Insurance Company (National Interstate) as the presenting sponsor of the National Interstate 8K & 1 Mile, taking place June 27–28. With just 100 days until race weekend, planning is in full swing.

Exciting Spring Exhibitions Open at Summit Artspace on Apr. 11, 2025Five exhibitions open at Summit Artspace (140 East Market Street, Akron, Ohio 44308) on Friday, April 11, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Spring exhibitions will be open during public hours on Fridays from Noon to 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through Friday, June 14, 2025.

Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau Opens Voting for Annual Zenith AwardsGet ready to cast your votes! The Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau (ASCVB) has opened voting for its 22nd Zenith Awards, an annual celebration recognizing hospitality industry partners within Summit County, ranging from attractions and restaurants to hotels and shops.

In addition to funding from downtown business and property owners, Downtown Akron Partnership receives support from the following philanthropic organizations.