Akron OH Theater & Comedy

Guide to Live Events in Akron: Concerts, Sports and Shows Near You

Akron, Ohio, boasts a vibrant lineup of live events, including concerts, theater productions, major sporting events, and music festivals. Whether you’re cheering on your favorite team or catching a chart-topping artist in person, Vivid Seats makes it easy to secure your tickets.

Things to Do in Akron This Week

Akron locals can crank up the energy with Pierce the Veil live at Blossom Music Center just a short drive away, then slow the pace with classic hits as Barry Manilow takes over Rocket Arena. Comedy fans will find laughs with Adam Ray at Playhouse Square - Keybank State Theatre or catch UK sensation Sarah Millican at Playhouse Square - Connor Palace. Jazz aficionados can groove to Buddy Guy at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica while sports enthusiasts cheer on the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

Things to Do in Akron Next Week

Just a drive from Akron you can catch rising country star Megan Moroney or folk favourites Caamp at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica in Cleveland on June 12 and 14 followed by pop sensation Halsey at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls on June 13. Sports fans can cheer on the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on June 11 before heading downtown for an intimate R&B night with SiR at House of Blues Cleveland that evening. For a full day festival vibe The Country Fest at Clays Park and Resort brings country’s biggest names to North Lawrence on June 14.