Downtown Akron Partnership

Burgess & Niple is a nationally recognized engineering and architecture firm dedicated to improving communities with practical infrastructure solutions and a concern for quality of life, safety and sustainability.

164 S Main St
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 376-5778

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Voting Opens for 2026 Zenith Awards Celebrating Summit County’s Tourism IndustryGet ready to cast your votes! The Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau (ASCVB) has opened voting for its 23rd Zenith Awards, an annual celebration recognizing tourism industry partners within Summit County, ranging from attractions and restaurants to hotels and local stores.

METRO RTA Expands METRO NEXT Pilot to Increase Transit Access Across Summit CountyMETRO Regional Transit Authority is proud to announce the expansion of METRO NEXT, a pilot program designed to serve members of Summit County that do not have direct access to traditional bus service. METRO NEXT provides convenient travel options allowing passengers to book rides in advance by phone or through an app, improving access to public transit. This pilot program will run weekdays from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Downtown Akron Sakura Festival Returns April 4, 2026Downtown Akron Partnership (DAP) announces the sixth annual Downtown Akron Sakura Festival along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail on Saturday, April 4, from 1 to 7 pm, with activity planned at Lock 2, Lock 3, the Towpath Trail near Spaghetti Warehouse, the Mustill Store Museum and James R. Williams Tower.

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