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Things to do in Akron
160 upcoming events. Akron, OH, United States.
Updated October 30, 2026 · October 2026 listings
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160 upcoming events
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Talks & Lectures
Dominate the Storm: An Evening with Reed Timmer
Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30 PM
E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron
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Plays & Musicals
MTP Presents: Evil Dead The Musical
Oct 30, 31 and Nov 1, 2026
John, James and Clara Knight Stage
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Sports
Akron Zips Womens Basketball vs. South Alabama Jaguars Womens Basketball
Mon, Nov 2 · 6:00 PM
James Rhodes Arena
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Sports
Akron Zips Football vs. Ohio Bobcats Football
Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 PM
InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field
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Concerts
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox: The Future Is Vintage World Tour
Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 PM
Goodyear Theater
Nov7Sat
Concerts
Neko Case: Neon Grey Midnight Green Tour
Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 PM
E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron
Nov7Sat
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Artists & shows in Akron
Akron Zips Womens Basketball 20University of Akron Zips Mens Basketball 16Akron Symphony Orchestra 8The Wiz 4Deathtrap 3Akron RubberDucks 3Akron Zips Mens Basketball 3University of Akron Zips Football 3Cirque Dreams Holidaze 2Kent State Golden Flashes Womens Basketball 2A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical 2Akron Zips Womens Volleyball 2Evil Dead the Musical 2Destroyer 2Neko Case 2Helen Welch 2
Venues with the most dates in Akron
- James Rhodes Arena31 events
- E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron26 events
- Akron Civic Theatre25 events
- Goodyear Theater23 events
- John, James and Clara Knight Stage14 events
- EJ Thomas Hall12 events
- Rhodes Arena10 events
- Musica5 events
- Weathervane Playhouse5 events
- InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field3 events
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Akron at a glance
Right now 160 events are coming up in Akron, with 13 on this weekend.
Sorted by category: concerts (65), then sports (47) and plays & musicals (31).
Among the first dates up is Eyes of the Nile: Tribute to Iron Maiden on October 30.
Most of the action happens at James Rhodes Arena, E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron and Akron Civic Theatre, the venues with the longest lists of dates.
About Akron
Akron is a city in Summit County, Ohio, United States, and its county seat. It is located in Northeast Ohio along the Little Cuyahoga River, approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of Cleveland. Akron had a population of 190,469 at the 2020 census, making it the fifth-most populous city in Ohio. The Akron metropolitan area has an estimated 702,000 residents.
Akron events: FAQ
What's happening in Akron this weekend?
There are 13 events in Akron this weekend. Across the whole calendar, the biggest category is concerts. See the full weekend line-up on our Akron this weekend page.
Which venues in Akron have the most events?
By number of upcoming dates: James Rhodes Arena (31), E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron (26), Akron Civic Theatre (25), Goodyear Theater (23) and John, James and Clara Knight Stage (14).
What kind of events are on in Akron?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (65), Sports (47), Plays & Musicals (31), Dance (6) and Comedy (5).
Where can I buy tickets for events in Akron?
Each event page links to the organiser or the ticket seller that lists the event. Buying from the official seller is the safest way to make sure your tickets are valid.