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Akron Events 2026
Your guide to live events and things to do in Akron, OH, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Akron throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Akron events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Akron Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Akron
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.250 Upcoming Confirmed Events
- May1520266:30 PMFriRAP / HIP HOPHigh DemandKid CudiBlossom Music Center • 23000 seatsBlossom Music Center
44223, 1145 W Steels Corners Rd Cuyahoga Falls, OH, US44223, 1145 W Steels Corners Rd Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $218Tickets Available: 464Select Seats - May1520267:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYFiddler on the RoofFiddler on the RoofJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, US44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, USFrom $32Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Available: 75Select Seats
- May1520267:17 PMFriMinors (AAA)Best ValueAkron RubberDucks vs. Chesapeake Baysox7 17 Credit Union Park44308, 300 South Main St. Akron, OH, US44308, 300 South Main St. Akron, OH, USFrom $10Avg. price ~ $34Tickets Available: 343Select Seats
- May1520267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYArsenic and Old LaceWeathervane Playhouse44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, US44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, USFrom $53Avg. price ~ $65Tickets Available: 50Select Seats
- May1620266:05 PMSatMinors (AAA)Best ValueWeekend EventAkron RubberDucks vs. Chesapeake Baysox7 17 Credit Union Park44308, 300 South Main St. Akron, OH, US44308, 300 South Main St. Akron, OH, USFrom $11Avg. price ~ $24Tickets Available: 348Select Seats
- May1620267:00 PMSatConcertWeekend EventChris Collins - John Denver TributeThe Celestia Theater At Wadsworth Square • 900 seatsThe Celestia Theater At Wadsworth Square44281, 151 Main Street Wadsworth, OH, US44281, 151 Main Street Wadsworth, OH, USFrom $29Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 45Select Seats
- May1620267:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventFiddler on the RoofFiddler on the RoofJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, US44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, USFrom $37Avg. price ~ $95Tickets Available: 89Select Seats
- May1620267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventMatilda - The MusicalPlayers Guild Theatre44702, 1001 Market Ave N Canton, OH, US44702, 1001 Market Ave N Canton, OH, USFrom $60Avg. price ~ $78Tickets Available: 33Select Seats
- May1620267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYNarrow Price RangeWeekend EventArsenic and Old LaceWeathervane Playhouse44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, US44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, USFrom $61Avg. price ~ $6515 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- May1720261:05 PMSunMinors (AAA)Best ValueWeekend EventAkron RubberDucks vs. Chesapeake Baysox7 17 Credit Union Park44308, 300 South Main St. Akron, OH, US44308, 300 South Main St. Akron, OH, USFrom $10Avg. price ~ $23Tickets Available: 315Select Seats
- May1720262:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventMatilda - The MusicalPlayers Guild Theatre44702, 1001 Market Ave N Canton, OH, US44702, 1001 Market Ave N Canton, OH, USFrom $62Avg. price ~ $21416 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- May1720262:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventFiddler on the RoofFiddler on the RoofJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, US44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, USFrom $273Avg. price ~ $37718 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- May1820267:30 PMMonPOP / ROCKJD SimoThe Kent Stage • 642 seatsThe Kent Stage44240, 175 East Main Street Kent, OH, US44240, 175 East Main Street Kent, OH, USFrom $31Avg. price ~ $49Tickets Available: 100Select Seats
- May2020267:30 PMWedCOUNTRY / FOLKMichael Martin MurpheyThe Kent Stage • 642 seatsThe Kent Stage44240, 175 East Main Street Kent, OH, US44240, 175 East Main Street Kent, OH, USFrom $45Avg. price ~ $61Tickets Available: 267Select Seats
- May2120264:30 PMThuGarden Bros Nuclear CircusMontgomery County Fairgrounds - OH45429, 1043 South Main Street Kettering, OH, US45429, 1043 South Main Street Kettering, OH, USFrom $18Avg. price ~ $77Tickets Available: 132Select Seats
- May2120267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYArsenic and Old LaceWeathervane Playhouse44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, US44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, USFrom $53Avg. price ~ $65Tickets Available: 51Select Seats
- May2120267:30 PMThuGarden Bros Nuclear CircusMontgomery County Fairgrounds - OH45429, 1043 South Main Street Kettering, OH, US45429, 1043 South Main Street Kettering, OH, USFrom $18Avg. price ~ $80Tickets Available: 130Select Seats
- May2220264:30 PMFriGarden Bros Nuclear CircusMontgomery County Fairgrounds - OH45429, 1043 South Main Street Kettering, OH, US45429, 1043 South Main Street Kettering, OH, USFrom $36Avg. price ~ $87Tickets Available: 128Select Seats
- May2220267:30 PMFriCOMEDYRiver ButcherJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, US44308, 182 S Main Street Akron, OH, USFrom $35Avg. price ~ $46Tickets Available: 242Select Seats
- May2220267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYArsenic and Old LaceWeathervane Playhouse44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, US44313, 1301 Weathervane Lane Akron, OH, USFrom $53Avg. price ~ $64Tickets Available: 74Select Seats
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Akron Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming by season, weekend, and date.
January
Events in January 2027
February
Events in February 2027
March
Events in March 2027
April
Events in April 2027
May
This Month
Events in May 2026
June
Events in June 2026
July
Events in July 2026
August
Events in August 2026
September
Events in September 2026
October
Events in October 2026
November
Events in November 2026
December
Events in December 2026
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Akron events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Akron. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Venues Hosting Events in 2026
Explore Akron venues where concerts, shows, sports, and live events take place throughout the year.
7 17 Credit Union Park
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
51 Upcoming Events
Akron Civic Theatre
Akron, OH
Theatre
15 Upcoming Events
Akron Fulton Airport
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
2 Upcoming Events
Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Entertainment Venue
41 Upcoming Events
Dix Stadium
Kent, OH
Stadium
6 Upcoming Events
E.J. Thomas Hall
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
4 Upcoming Events
Firestone Country Club
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
5 Upcoming Events
Goodyear Theater
Akron, OH
Theatre
12 Upcoming Events
Hartville Kitchen
Hartville, OH
Entertainment Venue
2 Upcoming Events
John, James and Clara Knight Stage
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
20 Upcoming Events
Lock 3 Live
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
5 Upcoming Events
Montgomery County Fairgrounds - OH
Kettering, OH
Entertainment Venue
12 Upcoming Events
Norton High School Stadium
Barberton, OH
Stadium
1 Upcoming Events
Players Guild Theatre
Canton, OH
Theatre
8 Upcoming Events
Summa Field At Infocision Stadium
Akron, OH
Stadium
8 Upcoming Events
The Celestia Theater At Wadsworth Square
Wadsworth, OH
Theatre
14 Upcoming Events
The Dusty Armadillo
Rootstown, OH
Entertainment Venue
2 Upcoming Events
The Kent Stage
Kent, OH
Entertainment Venue
14 Upcoming Events
Weathervane Playhouse
Akron, OH
Theatre
25 Upcoming Events
Wild Oscar's
Akron, OH
Entertainment Venue
3 Upcoming Events
Akron venues range from large arenas and stadiums to theaters and intimate showrooms. Each venue hosts a rotating schedule of concerts, shows, sports events, and live performances throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Akron right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Akron rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Akron?
Yeah — Akron doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Akron?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Akron, OH. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
Browse Events by Category
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