While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.
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August 2025
Maria’s Field of Hope Opens in Avon
Take in the beauty of thousands of sunflowers while honoring the lives of children gone too soon at Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon, opening Friday, Aug. 29.
Find out more »Waves of Appreciation Weekends @CLEAquarium
In appreciation for their dedication to the wellbeing of our communities, general admission and parking (with validation) is FREE for active-duty military, veterans and first responders* on Fourth of July, Labor Day and Veterans Day Waves of Appreciation Weekends. Eligible guests must present appropriate ID. Appreciation offer is only available in-person. Please do not purchase tickets online if you intend to take advantage of this offer. It cannot be combined with other discounts or offers.
Find out more »Urban Birding Walk @CLEAquarium
Join an Aquarium Educator on an Urban Bird Walk. We’ll find as many birds as possible and contribute to citizen science as we log the data in real-time using the eBird app. Compare bird species in the industrial flats to lakefront property at Metroparks’ Wendy Park. We’ll provide binoculars and a guide to common birds in the area. Please dress for the weather, this event takes place outside. Recommended for ages 8 and older.
Find out more »Akron Pizza Fest
A 2-day Food and Music Festival featuring pizza parlors from throughout the Akron area. Each Pizza vendor will be selling individual slices and whole pies. Live music, Corn Hole Tournament, pizza-eating contests, kids activities and much. 2-10 p.m.
Find out more »Mario Kart Band
Members of the audience can join a queue to play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe while the 9-piece band plays the soundtrack and even sound effects from the game. 7 p.m.
Find out more »ABC Chalk Adventure
A playful parent-child (ages 2-4) class using chalk to explore letters, shapes, and animals. 11-11:30 a.m.
Find out more »Made in Ohio Arts & Crafts Festival
Ohio artisans, local food and entertainment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »The Lion King: Live in Concert
Unforgettable music by a notable team of Oscar and Grammy winners, including superstar Elton John, lyricist Tim Rice, and more.
Find out more »Stow Summer Sunset Blast
Fireworks, community picnic, games and more. 5-10 p.m.
Find out more »September 2025
Stark County Fair
Rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, horse racing and more.
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