Downtown Akron Partnership

The Akron Symphony Orchestra is committed to providing quality symphonic an choral music, through performances and educational programs, to the largest number of people possible in the greater Akron area.

92 North Main Street
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 535-8131

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Grace Barnard Promoted to Magistrate Position at The Akron Municipal CourtOn Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Attorney Grace Barnard was sworn-in as a Magistrate by Akron Municipal Court Judge Ron Cable. This is a promotion as they were a Judicial Attorney prior to being named a Magistrate.

Open Tone Music, NCCAkron & Clayton Bailey’s World of Wonders Collaborate to Bring a Second Line Procession to the Akron Bicentennial ParadeA brass band, dance and arts ensemble called "Akron's Second Line Procession" will bring the vibrant spirit of New Orleans to downtown Akron as part of the city's Bicentennial Downtown Parade on Saturday, July 5, 2025. The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. and will make a mile-long loop around downtown.

The Groundhog Show Popping Up for Its Fifth YearThe Groundhog Show, founded in 2021, is an annual pop-up art exhibition celebrating northeast Ohio artists and creators. The heart of the show is celebrating art and life, the weird, bad, good, ugly. Over the years it has become incredibly popular among artists and art enjoyers alike with significant participation from the LGBTQ+ community with an emphasis on creating a safe and inclusive environment for all in all stages of their creative journeys. This year The Groundhog Show has been able to expand to feature over 170 artists and 230+ pieces of art, including two community interactive works.

In addition to funding from downtown business and property owners, Downtown Akron Partnership receives support from the following philanthropic organizations.