Downtown Akron is alive and thriving with many exciting entertainment, dining, shopping, and attractions for the entire family. Choose from among the best things to do in Downtown Akron in the following list.
Akron Art Museum
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The recently renovated and expanded Akron Art Museum is 12,000 sq feet of galleries containing art collections dating back to 1850 until today. Revolving art exhibits are also on display. There are exciting and enlightening programs available for every age group. Facilities include a gift shop, café, auditorium, children’s gallery, and classroom. The museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am – 5pm, Thursday 11am – 9pm Pricing: Adult $7, Students & Seniors, $5, Kids 12 and under are free.
Akron Art Museum
One S. High St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-376-9185
Akron Art Museum
One S. High St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-376-9185
Lock 3 Park
(courtesy of Lock 3 Park)
Lock 3 Park is your entertainment headquarters year-round in downtown Akron. During the summer, enjoy Lock 3 Live! concerts & festivals in the outdoor amphitheater and Homegrown Saturdays for locally grown products, plants, and flowers. During the Winter, enjoy outdoor skating and festivals including the popular German Christmas Market.
Lock 3 Park
200 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-375-2877
Lock 3 Park
200 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-375-2877
John S. Knight Center
(courtesy of the Akron Convention and Visitors Bureau)
The John S. Knight Center is the downtown Akron destination for concerts, shows, lavish galas, and more year-round. The facility is well laid out with three stunning exhibit and ballroom spaces. Popular shows include the Akron Home & Flower Show, Holiday Tree Festival, and Healthy Baby Fair.
John S. Knight Center
77 East Mill St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-374-8900
John S. Knight Center
77 East Mill St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-374-8900
E J Thomas Hall
(courtesy of the Akron Visitors Bureau)
Enjoy world-class entertainment in downtown Akron’s E.J. Thomas Hall. The performing arts complex and cultural center is home to a variety of performances year-round including Broadway musicals, ballets, comedies, lectures, entertainers, and special events. It is also home to The Akron Symphony Orchestra, Tuesday Musical Association, Children’s Concert Society, and Akron Youth Symphony.
E J Homas Hall
198 Hill St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-972-7570
E J Homas Hall
198 Hill St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-972-7570
Akron Civic Theater
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The Akron Civic Theater is one of the last theaters in the country that is atmospheric, where you experience the twinkling star-lit sky and moving clouds on the ceiling. It is an ornate, gorgeous hall that is host to a variety of shows, concerts, ballet, films, and events throughout the year. It's rumored to be haunted, too.
Akron Civic Theater.
182 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-253-2488
Akron Civic Theater.
182 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-253-2488
Akron Aeros Baseball
(courtesy of the Akron Aeros)
Catch an Akron Aeros baseball game in downtown Akron’s Canal Park. This minor league team has held the “Team of the Year” title by "Baseball America" and has won Eastern League Championship five times (most recently in 2003 and 2005). You will be entertained by an all-star team in a convenient small-town setting. Pricing: adults $10, kids 12-under $8
Akron Aeros
300 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-253-5151
Akron Aeros
300 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-253-5151
Big City Chophouse
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You can’t go wrong by beginning or capping off your trip to downtown Akron with a trip to Big City Chophouse. You will be pampered with the attentive staff and delighted by the menu of tender, juicy steaks; Italian dishes; and fresh seafood. The dining room is elegant and inviting, as is the seated bar. Big City Chophouse is a destination all in its own. Hours are Monday – Thursday from 11amto 10pm, Friday 11am to 10pm, and Saturday 4pm to 11pm.
Big City Chophouse
45 E. Market St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-535-6410
Big City Chophouse
45 E. Market St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-535-6410
Chrissie Hynde’s Vegi Terranean
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Make reservations at Chrissie Hynde’s Vegi Terranean for your next trip to downtown Akron. This is a trendy hot spot for delectable, all-organic, vegan food. The menu is all vegan, with an Italian flair and features burgers, salads, pasta, appetizers, and desserts.
Chrissie Hynde's Vegi Terranean
21 Furnace St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-374-5550
Chrissie Hynde's Vegi Terranean
21 Furnace St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-374-5550
The Lockview
The Lockview is fast becoming a favorite ‘after event’ for Akronites. The eatery markets themselves as a casual, relaxing gathering place for authentic traditional foods, with an impressive selection of wines and imported beers. Stop by after your next event in downtown Akron. The Lockview is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday from 11am to midnight, and Saturday from 4pm to 2am. The bar is open until 2am daily. Prices start at under $10.The Lockview
207 South Main St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-252-5128
Crave
Eat, drink, and crave in downtown Akron’s CRAVE. Crave is all about enjoy favorite foods in a casual, yet fun and eccentric setting. With two chefs, they have combined their talents to provide you with all of the foods you crave with a new, flavorful twist. Crave is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 10pm, Friday from 11am to 11pm, and Saturday from 5pm to 11pm. Prices range from $5 to $18.Crave
57 E. Market St.
Akron, OH
Phone: 330-253-1234
