Summit Artspace Grand Reopening Party

Date and Time

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026 5pm - 9:30pm

Location

Details

Join us in celebrating a new chapter for Summit Artspace at our Grand Reopening Party on April 9. Attendees will enjoy a curated event of food, music, dancing, along with arts activities and experiences throughout the refreshed spaces in our three-story historic building. Visit our amazing resident artists and view our winter exhibitions.

Our neighbors, The Green Dragon Inn, will be on-site as food and drink vendors, with specialty cocktails and menu items for sale.

EVENT TIERS

VIP Cocktail Hour | 5-6 PM | $50 or FREE for donors at $250+

Enjoy a special moment in the new space and preview temporary art installations with Summit Artspace staff, Board, and resident artists. VIPs will receive complimentary food and two drink tickets.

General Admission | 6-8 PM | $15

Experience an entire building full of unique arts experiences, including:

Performances from local musicians Uno Lady and Rent for Cheryl

On the 3rd floor site-specific Resident artist Maddie McSweeney will create a site-specific performance art piece for our 2nd-floor Forum Gallery.

Andrew Izold will perform a live sound and video installation in the historic wood paneled stairwell between the 1st and 2nd floors.

Resident artist Althea Jones will conduct a hands-on art activity on the 1st floor.

More to be announced!

Dance Party | 8-9:30 PM | $5

Complete the evening fun with a dance party to a DJ set by Brainwreck on the 3rd floor.

Ticket sales go towards paying the participating artists, performers, and bands taking part in the event.

Thank you to our event sponsors who helped make our building renovations and this special event happen!

Summit County Executive's Office
Summit Building Services
Summit Construction Company
Akron Recording Company
Acme Fresh Market