Downtown Akron Partnership | Akron, OH

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Akron Symphony Chorus Presents: Broadway Karaoke Experience

7 p.m. - 9 p.m. / Jilly's Music Room

Psychology & Music

7 p.m. - 8:30p.m. / Guzzetta Recital Hall - The University of Akron

Man of LaMancha

8 p.m. / Ohio Shakespeare Festival

Mozart & Vivaldi

7:30p.m. / E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron

Guitar Center Spring Student Showcase

12 p.m. - 5 p.m. / Jilly's Music Room

Taco Tuesday Paint & Sip: Mysterious Sky

6 p.m. / El Patron Tequileria & Cuisine

Featured Business

Luigi's

Luigi’s, an Italian Restaurant located in Downtown’s Northside, and is an Akron favorite that’s been around for over 55 years.

105 N Main St
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 253-2999

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Akron Soul Train Launches Anniversary Season with Together, Here, an Alumni and Members Exhibition, and Solo Installation by 2026 Emerging Series Artist Maddie McSweeneyAkron Soul Train (AST) announces Together, Here, a group exhibition featuring alumni artists and past members, opening March 11 as part of the organization’s anniversary season. Presented concurrently is a solo installation by 2026 Emerging Series Artist Maddie McSweeney.

City of Akron’s Lock 3 Seeking Input for Summer 2026 ProgrammingFollowing a successful 2025 season featuring a wide range of concerts, events, and festivals, Lock 3 has launched a community survey to gather feedback from both past and future attendees.

Akron/Summit CVB’s Drip Drive Returns to Support Summit County’s Local Coffee SceneThe Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau (ASCVB) is brewing up excitement once again with the launch of the annual Drip Drive, kicking off Feb. 28, 2026. This year, 22 locally owned coffee shops across Summit County are inviting residents and visitors to sip, explore and support local.

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