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Akron Events 2026-2027
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.Upcoming Confirmed Events 287
- Oct1020263:30 PMSatCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLBest ValueWeekend EventAkron Zips vs. Eastern Michigan EaglesSumma Field At Infocision Stadium
427 Nash Ave, Akron, OH 44304, US427 Nash Ave, Akron, OH 44304, USFrom $13Avg. price ~ $28Tickets Available: 98Select Seats - Oct1020266:00 PMSatFAIRS / FESTIVALSWeekend EventKiller Video Presents: Akron Independent Horror Short Film FestivalKiller Video Presents: Akron Independent Horror Short Film FestivalAkron Civic Theatre • 5000 seatsAkron Civic Theatre182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $22Avg. price ~ $2616 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1020267:30 PMSatTHEATREWeekend EventDinner Theatre RejectsWild Oscar's182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $23Avg. price ~ $2712 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1020267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventDeathtrapWeathervane Playhouse1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, USFrom $62Avg. price ~ $7112 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1020267:30 PMSatConcertWeekend EventThe Rush Experience - A Tribute to RushGoodyear Theater1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305, US1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305, USFrom $21Avg. price ~ $46Tickets Available: 396Select Seats
- Oct1020267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventEvil Dead - The MusicalJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $30Avg. price ~ $43Tickets Available: 78Select Seats
- Oct1120262:30 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventEvil Dead - The MusicalJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $29Avg. price ~ $4722 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1120266:00 PMSunCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) SOCCERWeekend EventAkron Zips Soccer vs. Creighton BluejaysFirstEnergy Stadium - Cub Cadet Field289 S Union St, Akron, OH 44304, US289 S Union St, Akron, OH 44304, USFrom $21Avg. price ~ $469 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1520267:30 PMThuCOUNTRY / FOLKLucero - BandMusica51 east market street, Akron, OH 44308, US51 east market street, Akron, OH 44308, USAvg. price ~ $9708 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1520267:30 PMThuInto The Mystic: A Tribute to Van MorrisonJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $35Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 80Select Seats
- Oct1520267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYDeathtrapWeathervane Playhouse1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, USFrom $57Avg. price ~ $7127 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1520267:30 PMThuCOMEDYDemetri MartinGoodyear Theater1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305, US1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305, USFrom $86Avg. price ~ $1339 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1620267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYEvil Dead - The MusicalJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $28Avg. price ~ $63Tickets Available: 122Select Seats
- Oct1620267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYDeathtrapWeathervane Playhouse1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, USFrom $57Avg. price ~ $7122 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct1720267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventDeathtrapWeathervane Playhouse1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, USFrom $57Avg. price ~ $75Tickets Available: 37Select Seats
- Oct1720267:30 PMSatCLASSICALWeekend EventAkron Symphony Orchestra: Symphonie FantastiqueAkron Symphony Orchestra: Symphonie FantastiqueE.J. Thomas Hall • 2955 seatsE.J. Thomas Hall198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, US198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, USFrom $32Avg. price ~ $90Tickets Available: 406Select Seats
- Oct1720267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventEvil Dead - The MusicalJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $28Avg. price ~ $66Tickets Available: 113Select Seats
- Oct1820262:30 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventEvil Dead - The MusicalJohn, James and Clara Knight Stage182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, USFrom $28Avg. price ~ $60Tickets Available: 170Select Seats
- Oct2120267:30 PMWedFILMHigh DemandBehind the Scream - A Live Conversation with David ArquetteBehind the Scream - A Live Conversation with David ArquetteE.J. Thomas Hall • 2955 seatsE.J. Thomas Hall198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, US198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, USFrom $43Avg. price ~ $137Tickets Available: 1551Select Seats
- Oct2220267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYDeathtrapWeathervane Playhouse1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, USFrom $57Avg. price ~ $83Tickets Available: 78Select Seats
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Akron Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
This Month
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.
Akron Zips Football
427 Nash Ave, Akron, OH 44304
Upcoming Events: 7
Oct 10, 2026 3:30 PM
The Akron Independent Horror Short Film Festival
182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308
Upcoming Events: 1
Oct 10, 2026 6:00 PM
The Rush Experience - A Tribute to Rush
1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305
Upcoming Events: 1
Oct 10, 2026 7:30 PM
Dinner Theatre Rejects
182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308
Upcoming Events: 1
Oct 10, 2026 7:30 PM
Evil Dead - The Musical
182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308
Upcoming Events: 66
Oct 10, 2026 7:30 PM
Deathtrap
1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313
Upcoming Events: 20
Oct 10, 2026 7:30 PM
Akron Zips Soccer
289 S Union St, Akron, OH 44304
Upcoming Events: 2
Oct 11, 2026 6:00 PM
Into The Mystic: A Tribute to Van Morrison
182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308
Upcoming Events: 1
Oct 15, 2026 7:30 PM
Lucero - Band
51 east market street, Akron, OH 44308
Upcoming Events: 4
Oct 15, 2026 7:30 PM
Demetri Martin
1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305
Upcoming Events: 10
Oct 15, 2026 7:30 PM
Akron Symphony Orchestra
198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325
Upcoming Events: 9
Oct 17, 2026 7:30 PM
Behind The Scream A Live Conversation With David Arquette
198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325
Upcoming Events: 4
Oct 21, 2026 7:30 PM
Neil Zaza
1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305
Upcoming Events: 1
Oct 23, 2026 7:30 PM
Puppy Pals
1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305
Upcoming Events: 7
Oct 24, 2026 3:00 PM
Fake News - A Tribute to Huey Lewis and The News
198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325
Upcoming Events: 2
Oct 24, 2026 7:30 PM
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.
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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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Events Near Akron
Here's what's happening nearby.
Oct
10
2026
Rootstown, OH
The Dusty ArmadilloSat7:00 PM
Events: 9
Oct
10
2026
Kent, OH
The Kent StageSat7:30 PM
Events: 47
Oct
15
2026
Tallmadge, OH
Summit County Fairgrounds - OHThu4:30 PM
Events: 10
Oct
17
2026
Wadsworth, OH
The Celestia Theater At Wadsworth SquareSat8:00 PM
Events: 13
Oct
22
2026
Hartville, OH
Hartville KitchenThu7:00 PM
Events: 2
May
20
2027
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Blossom Music CenterThu7:30 PM
Events: 1
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