Akron Events December 2026

Concerts, sports, comedy shows, Broadway performances, and live events across Akron, OH.

Updated: November 12, 2026

Explore upcoming events in Akron in December 2026, including concerts, sports events, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across the city and nearby areas. Browse events by date, venue, category, and neighborhood throughout the month.

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Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value: Akron Zips vs. Ball State Cardinals at Rhodes Arena, 373 Carroll St, Akron, Akron, OH 44325, US. From $15, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $38, Tickets Available: 52. Select Seats

Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Annie at Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US. From $57, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $73, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats

Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at John, James and Clara Knight Stage, 182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $34, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $102, Tickets Available: 186. Select Seats

Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Annie at Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US. From $55, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $66, Tickets Available: 67. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Ballet Theatre of Ohio: The Nutcracker at Akron Civic Theatre • 5000 seats, 182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $48, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $99, Tickets Available: 1903. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Ballet Theatre of Ohio: The Nutcracker at Akron Civic Theatre • 5000 seats, 182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $48, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $102, Tickets Available: 1819. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at John, James and Clara Knight Stage, 182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $31, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $97, Tickets Available: 280. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Dinner Theatre Rejects at Wild Oscar's, 182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $21, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $26, Tickets Available: 31. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Annie at Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US. From $57, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $69, Tickets Available: 63. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Magical Motown Christmas at Goodyear Theater, 1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305, US. From $32, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $77, Tickets Available: 1153. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Ballet Theatre of Ohio: The Nutcracker at Akron Civic Theatre • 5000 seats, 182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $48, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $99, Tickets Available: 1496. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at John, James and Clara Knight Stage, 182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $25, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $105, Tickets Available: 192. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 2:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Annie at Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US. From $59, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $68, 5 tickets remaining! Select Seats

Dec 08, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — DANCE, High Demand: We Three Kings - The Irish Dance Christmas Sensation at E.J. Thomas Hall • 2955 seats, 198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, US. From $38, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $93, Tickets Available: 561. Select Seats

Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — THEATRE, High Demand: Cirque Dreams: Holidaze at E.J. Thomas Hall • 2955 seats, 198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, US. From $76, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $144, Tickets Available: 2025. Select Seats

Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — CIRCUS, High Demand: Santa Circus at Akron Civic Theatre • 5000 seats, 182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $39, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $97, Tickets Available: 766. Select Seats

Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Annie at Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US. From $58, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $71, Tickets Available: 58. Select Seats

Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at John, James and Clara Knight Stage, 182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, US. From $34, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $98, Tickets Available: 523. Select Seats

Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: Akron Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops at E.J. Thomas Hall • 2955 seats, 198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, US. From $31, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $89, Tickets Available: 296. Select Seats

Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Annie at Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313, US. From $58, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $69, Tickets Available: 68. Select Seats

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About Events in Akron During December 2026

December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Akron and nearby OH areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.

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Akron Zips Basketball

373 Carroll St, Akron, Akron, OH 44325

Event Dates 40

Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM

Annie

1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313

Event Dates 386

Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM

A Christmas Carol

182 S Main Street, Akron, OH 44308

Event Dates 1826

Dec 04, 2026 7:00 PM

The Nutcracker

182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308

Event Dates 2169

Dec 05, 2026 2:00 PM

Dinner Theatre Rejects

182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308

Event Dates 1

Dec 05, 2026 7:30 PM

A Magical Motown Christmas

1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305

Event Dates 6

Dec 05, 2026 7:30 PM

We Three Kings - The Irish Dance Christmas Sensation

198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325

Event Dates 8

Dec 08, 2026 7:30 PM

Cirque Dreams: Holidaze

198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325

Event Dates 58

Dec 09, 2026 7:30 PM

Santa Circus

182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308

Event Dates 1

Dec 10, 2026 7:00 PM

Akron Symphony Orchestra

198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325

Event Dates 8

Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM

Champagne and Candlelight

1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305

Event Dates 1

Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

1201 East Market St., Akron, OH 44305

Event Dates 15

Dec 13, 2026 3:00 PM

Helen Welch

198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325

Event Dates 1

Dec 13, 2026 4:00 PM

Straight No Chaser

182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308

Event Dates 43

Dec 13, 2026 7:00 PM

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

182 South Main St, Akron, OH 44308

Event Dates 32

Dec 18, 2026 7:30 PM

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What events are happening in Akron during December 2026?

Akron hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.

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Are concerts happening in Akron during December 2026?

Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Akron and nearby OH areas.