Events in Akron, United States

The James Hunter Six bringing the soul to The Kent Stage plus - McKinley James - July 10th

Kent Friday, July 10, 2026 1930 - 2300

37.41 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

The James Hunter Six returns with their first album on Easy Eye Sound, delivering another dose of timeless rhythm and soul. British singer, songwriter and GRAMMY-nominated James Hunter has been a legendary fixture in the scene for over three decades with his gritty v ..

Comedian Paula Poundstone at The Kent Stage Saturday June 27th

Kent Saturday, June 27, 2026 1930 - 2300

45.00 USD

Comedy Shows - Events

Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. She regularly plays theaters across the country, hosts a weekly comedy podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and is a regul ..

5 Time Grammy Winning Musician Christopher Cross @ The Kent Stage 6/23!

Kent Tuesday, June 23, 2026 1930 - 2300

70.79 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Christopher Cross burst onto the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album, winning five Grammy Awards, including-for the first time in Grammy history-the "Big Four" most prestigious awards: Record of the Year (for the single "Sailing"), Album of the Year, So ..

A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music and Dance Sensation - June 20

Akron Saturday, June 20, 2026 1930 - 2130

47.35 USD

Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret

Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Direct from Off-Broadway and starring former World Irish dance champions, including performers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, 'A Taste of Ireland' transports the audie ..

Devon Allman's Blues Summit ft. The Devon Allman Project, GA-20, Larry McCray, and Jimmy Hall 6/12!

Kent Friday, June 12, 2026 1930 - 2300

57.90 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Devon Allman's Blues Summit Devon Allman has been immersed in the world of blues and rock his entire life. As the son of the legendary Gregg Allman, Devon grew up surrounded by the rich musical legacy of the Allman Brothers Band, a group that played a pivotal role ..

"Alex Bevan And Friends" bringing his Surfing The Edge Of Legacy tour to The Kent Stage June 6th

Kent Saturday, June 6, 2026 1930 - 2300

30.94 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Join Alex and his small crew of musical sidekicks for an evening of songs from the "Springboard" and "Grand River Lullaby" era combined with more contemporary and new works from Northern Ohio's "Low Tech Troubadour!". Spanning the length of his fifty plus years ..

Steve Earle is bringing his "51 Years Of Stories And Songs tour" to the Goodyear Theater May 28th!

Akron Thursday, May 28, 2026 1930 - 2300

35.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protege of legendary songwriters Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, he quickly became a master storyteller in his own right, with his songs being recorded by Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, J ..

Love Songs and Late Nights The Dave Banks Big Band May 22 Blujazz+ Akron

Akron Friday, May 22, 2026 2000 - 2215

30.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Love Songs and Late Nights comes to BLU Jazz+ on May 22nd! The Dave Banks Big Band brings you the perfect date night event with some great romantic songs recorded by Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra, Whitney Houston, Nancy Wilson, Barbra Streisand, Peggy Lee and more! We ..

CMT's Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks are bringing the comedy to the Goodyear Theater May 22

Akron Friday, May 22, 2026 1930 - 2300

45.00 USD

Comedy Shows - Events

Join Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks for a night of funny, clean stand-up comedy. This all-female tour brings new chics, new stories, and plenty of laughter to every stage. Since the debut of their one-hour comedy special on CMT, this top-grossing tour has ..

An Evening With Michael Martin Murphey coming to The Kent Stage May 20th

Kent Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1930 - 2300

44.86 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Michael Martin Murphey's musical journey has taken many unpredictable paths over the past 50 years. Topping the Pop, Country, Western and Bluegrass charts, Murphey has never been one to rest on his laurels. A loyal American son from Texas, Murphey is best known for h ..

JD Simo and Luther Dickinson team up once again for Do The Rump Tour 2026 @ The Kent Stage 5/18!

Kent Monday, May 18, 2026 1930 - 2300

28.30 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

When JD Simo and Luther Dickinson hit the stage with drummer Adam Abrashoff, it’s not just a show; it’s a greasy, groove-soaked resurrection of Hill Country blues. The trio is a rare convergence of three masters pushing roots music into the now. Their 2024 album D ..

Steamroller brings the music of James Taylor to Kent with The Chagrin Falls Orchestra 5/9!

Kent Saturday, May 9, 2026 1930 - 2130

35.00 USD

Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events

STEAMROLLER - THE JAMES TAYLOR TRIBUTE Since 2019, Sam Hyman has been touring the U.S. with his stage show Steamroller - The James Taylor Tribute. On May 9th 2026 Sam presents the world premiere of his James Taylor Tribute show with full orchestral accompaniment f ..

Original MSB Member Jonah Koslen comes home to The Kent Stage on May 8th!

Kent Friday, May 8, 2026 1930 - 2300

43.10 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Beachwood, Ohio native Jonah Koslen has been active in the music business as a composer, a producer and a performer, since 1973. As an original member of the Michael Stanley Band, Jonah wrote and recorded some of MSB”s most loved songs, “Waste a Little Time On Me”, ..

Foghat and Nazareth team up @ Goodyear Theater in Akron 5/6!

Akron Wednesday, May 6, 2026 1930 - 2300

54.64 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

The world of classic rock will ignite this spring as two of the genre's most storied bands, Foghat and Nazareth, join forces for a co-headlining tour throughout North America in May 2026. This unprecedented lineup brings together decades of chart-topping hits, electr ..

Aloha Star Wars: May the 4th Luau Party

Barberton Monday, May 4, 2026 1730 - 2100

20.00 USD

Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture

Step into EZ BOY's Intergalactic Cantina for a tropical May the 4th celebration in a galaxy not so far away. Aloha Star Wars is a one-night immersive AltFestEvents gathering that blends island rhythms, surf sounds, and space fantasy into a shared experience. This ..

Harvest - The Ultimate Neil Young Tribute Band @ The Kent Stage 5/2!

Kent Saturday, May 2, 2026 1930 - 2300

22.61 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Harvest celebrates the timeless songwriting, electric jams and acoustic artistry of classic-era Neil Young. The band performs 2 long sets of classic Neil Young, from the dynamic vocal harmony and harmonica-driven acoustic stunners to the sizzling extended electric ja ..

Matt Anderson, Colin James, Terra Lightfoot - The Coast to Coast Tour

Kent Friday, May 1, 2026 1930 - 2300

40.83 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

With 21 studio albums, 8 Juno Awards, 31 Maple Blues Awards and multi-platinum record sales, Colin James remains at the top of his game, continuing to challenge himself musically. His current release, Chasing the Sun, finds the blues-rock singer-songwriter's elect ..

Coop's Nightmare brings The Alice Cooper Experience to Kent with Special Guest CREEDENCE 4/25!

Kent Saturday, April 25, 2026 1930 - 2300

25.51 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Coop's Nightmare is a riveting tribute band that pays homage to the legendary shock rock pioneer, Alice Cooper. With an electrifying stage presence and a commitment to authenticity, the band captures the essence of Alice Cooper's iconic performances, thrilling audien ..

Hard Day's Night - A Beatles Tribute returns to The Kent Stage on 4/24!

Kent Friday, April 24, 2026 1930 - 2300

25.51 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Hard Day’s Night is a top rated touring Beatles tribute band. Hailing from the rock and roll city of Cleveland, Ohio, they have been entertaining the masses in America and abroad since 1996. The band has been wowing audiences for years, with their full catalogue perf ..

Celtic Woman: A New Era at Akron, OH

Akron Tuesday, April 21, 2026 2000 - 2200

58.80 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

GRAMMY® nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman returns to North America and Canada in Spring 2026 with their all-new show A New Era. Celebrating their rich musical and cultural heritage with a fresh and contemporary spirit, A New Era marks the beginning of ..

The Baldassare Orchestra turns back the clock with Classic Rock Rewind @ The Kent Stage 4/18!

Kent Saturday, April 18, 2026 1930 - 2300

31.72 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

The Baldassarre Orchestra and its world-class vocalists and musicians performing the greatest hits from 1965-1975 in an exhilarating fusion of rock and symphonic grandeur. Relive the golden era of classic rock featuring songs by The Beatles, The Stones, Queen, Chicag ..

FREE Summit County Home Expo, April 2026

Tallmadge Friday, April 17, 2026 1200 - 1600

Free

Home and Garden Events - Interior Decoration

FREE ADMISSION The Summit County Home Expo is taking place April 17-19, 2026 at the Summit County Fairgrounds Why YOU Will Love the Home Expo - HUGE SAVINGS - Take advantage of exclusive show-only deals from trusted local experts! - LIVE DEMOS - See demonstration ..

Norton High School presents, Grease, the musical! April 16, 17 and 18 at 7 PM

Norton Thursday, April 16, 2026 1900 - 2100

10.00 USD

Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events

The ultimate musical romance will feature Danny Zuko and Sandy Dumbrowski played by The Norton High School Drama Department. Join the T-Birds and Pink Ladies for the Grease Lightning excitement of Rydell High that the whole community can enjoy! Tickets are available ..

Soul Asylum Acoustic

Kent Sunday, April 12, 2026 1900 - 2300

65.61 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Grammy award-winning and multi-platinum selling rock band SOUL ASYLUM started as Minneapolis' punk younger brothers to the Replacements and Husker Dü. Their 1992 breakthrough album Grave Dancers Union featured the international hits "Runaway Train", "Black Gold" and ..

Carbon Leaf - I Want To Be Leaf

Kent Saturday, April 11, 2026 1930 - 2300

43.10 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

For Carbon Leaf, we have instituted a new hybrid seating arrangement. - A combination of Reserve and GA ticket options. There are 200 GA tickets available. The GA section is in front of the Stage with a five row separation between the reserved seats Reserved seats ..

Dave Banks ROCKIN' Big Band Show

Akron Friday, April 10, 2026 2000 - 2230

30.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

The Dave Banks ROCKIN' Big Band Show comes to Blujazz+, 47 E. Market Street in Akron, Ohio on April 10th at 8pm. You will hear classic rock music re-envisioned by the powerhouse, 17-piece Dave Banks Big Band. The band boasts of having the very top players in the Nort ..

In The Heartland brings The Music of Michael Stanley Band to The Kent Stage 4/10!

Kent Friday, April 10, 2026 1930 - 2300

33.79 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

In The Heartland The Music of MSB IN THE HEARTLAND features MSB guitarist Danny Powers on Lead Guitar, Eric Brooke on Guitar and Lead Vocals, Johnny Sustar on Keyboards, Bill March on Bass, Michael Scott Nelson on Drums and Mark Rasnick on Sax. Special occa ..

Here Come The Mummies

Kent Thursday, April 9, 2026 1930 - 2300

55.52 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Here Come the Mummies is an eight-piece funk-rock band of 5000 year-old Egyptian Mummies with a one-track mind. Their "Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave" is sure to get you into them (and possibly vice versa) Since their discovery, HCTM has been direct support ..

Samantha Fish and Tab Benoit bring The Two Tours Collide Tour to Goodyear Theater on 4/1!

Akron Wednesday, April 1, 2026 1930 - 2300

51.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Tab Benoit is renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis-Redding-Esque voice. Samantha Fish is known for her powerful vocals, electrifying slide guitar, and energetic live shows. Together they blend traditional blues with modern rock, soul, Cajun and roots mus ..

Rick Wakeman - Wakeman and Son Tour featuring Special Guest Oliver Wakeman

Kent Saturday, March 21, 2026 1930 - 2300

79.07 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

RICK WAKEMAN AND SON Rick Wakeman and Oliver Wakeman RICK WAKEMAN CBE is pleased to announce he will be touring for the first time ever with his son, Oliver. Although they have occasionally performed together in the past, this will be the first opportunity to s ..

An Evening with Jim Messina

Kent Thursday, March 19, 2026 1930 - 2300

52.21 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, JIM MESSINA's legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits. While acting as producer/audio engineer for Rock and Rol ..

The High Kings: Rocky Road Tour 2026

Akron Thursday, March 19, 2026 1930 - 2300

54.65 USD

Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events

Ireland's leading folk group, The High Kings, are set to excite fans once again with the announcement of their Rocky Road Tour 2026. As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, The High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of folk m ..

Gaelic Storm: A Night at P.J. Murphy's on 17th Mar

Akron Tuesday, March 17, 2026 1930 - 2300

51.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

It's hard to imagine a band just coming into their own after 20 years of success, but that's exactly what makes a true anomaly. Gaelic Storm, a multi-national, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance, and after two decades and over 2000 shows, the ..

Dar Williams: Hummingbird Highway Tour with Special Guest Joy Clark

Kent Saturday, March 14, 2026 1930 - 2300

41.03 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

"It's a highway, filled with deep, exotic colors and beautiful delicate things as well as the perils that come from moving so fast," says Dar Williams, describing modern life. On her 13th album, Hummingbird Highway, out September 12 on Righteous Babe Records, William ..

2026 Official Kent St Patricks Day Bar Crawl By Bar Crawl LIVE

Kent Saturday, March 14, 2026 1300 - 2000

20.00 USD

Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends

When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 1pm-8pm Where: Kent, OH Kent's Best Bars and Nightclubs Partnering Bars*: The Nut House Pub and Grille More Bars and Nightclubs TBA... *This is NOT the Official Digital Bar List. The link to the Official Digital Bar List ..

The Triumphant Return of Albert Lee

Kent Tuesday, March 10, 2026 1930 - 2300

37.41 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Albert Lee has played with everyone from Jerry Lee Lewis to Eric Clapton, to Emmylou Harris. He was a member of The Crickets in the post-Buddy Holly era, and forged an impressive solo career along the way. Albert is out on the road in 2025/26 with a new album, " ..

DARK STAR ORCHESTRA will be in Northeast Ohio on March 9th @ The Goodyear Theater in Akron!

Akron Monday, March 9, 2026 1900 - 2300

51.00 USD

Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events

Performing to critical acclaim for nearly 30 years and over 3300 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. The seven-piece band performs shows based on actual Grateful Dead set lists from their 30 years of touring, or creates uni ..

Britnee Kellogg - From CBS's "The Road" to The Kent Stage!

Kent Saturday, March 7, 2026 1930 - 2200

33.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Direct from "The Road" to "The Stage" - Britnee Kellogg is coming to The Kent Stage! Britnee's love of country music started at just six years old, when she attended a Johnny Cash and June Carter-Cash concert. Smitten from the first note, Britnee knew that she had ..

An Evening with Shawn Colvin

Kent Thursday, March 5, 2026 1930 - 2300

57.90 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

“…extraordinary songs, mesmerizing guitar playing, and a voice that goes effortlessly from bruise-tender to scar-hard in a matter of minutes… her lyrics are crafted and clever, full of subtlety and polished phrases…With delicious sarcasm and acerbic stories, she he ..

Illuminating Lives, Adult Guardianship Services annual gala

Akron Saturday, February 28, 2026 1800 - 2100

125.00 USD

Luxury - Fine Living - Private Club Events

Get your tickets NOW for Illuminating Lives Gala benefiting Adult Guardianship Services! They are going fast and you don't want to miss your chance to honor Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, feast on some scrumptious food, bid on fantastic auction lots, all while supporti ..

Matteo Mancuso

Kent Monday, February 23, 2026 1930 - 2200

42.10 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Matteo Mancuso, born in 1996, a guitar child prodigy, approached the world of music at an early age, thanks to his father Vincenzo. He enrolled in a musical high school where he deepened his studies in classical guitar and founded the trio "SNIPS." With this trio, he ..

Sister Sadie - All Will Be Well Tour

Kent Friday, February 20, 2026 1930 - 2300

30.68 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Titled after their latest album, All Will Be Well, the show is all about Sister Sadie telling their truth - loud, fearless, and free. Expect the typical remnants of bluegrass, but with a much more raw and captivating country Americana feel with gospel grit and storyt ..

JJ Grey and Mofro are coming to Northeast Ohio on Feb 19th @ the Akron Civic Theatre!

Akron Thursday, February 19, 2026 2000 - 2300

44.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

An Intimate Evening With JJ Grey and Mofro at the Akron Civic is a night you will never forget! According to musician, singer and songwriter JJ Grey, "The best songs I've ever written, I never wrote. They wrote themselves. The best show I ever played, played itsel ..

Sam Bush - The King of Newgrass - return to Northeast Ohio - Feb 19th @ The Kent Stage!

Kent Thursday, February 19, 2026 1930 - 2230

47.66 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Bush and his Alliance mates - Walker, Courtney Johnson, and Curtis Burch - formed the New Grass Revival, issuing the band's debut, New Grass Revival. Walker left soon after, replaced temporarily by Butch Robins, with the quartet solidifying around the arrival of bass ..

The Lone Bellow - 2026 Tour

Kent Wednesday, February 18, 2026 1930 - 2300

44.24 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

With their upcoming sixth studio album, "What A Time To Be Alive" , The Lone Bellow embarks on a bold new chapter while honoring the deep bonds that have defined their journey. Written collaboratively for the first time with their full touring band-founding members ..

Tinsley Ellis brings the blues to The Kent Stage 2/17!

Kent Tuesday, February 17, 2026 1930 - 2300

30.68 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

Tinsley Ellis has been immersed in music his whole life. Born in Atlanta 1957 and raised in southern Florida, he acquired his first guitar at age seven, inspired by seeing The Beatles perform on The Ed Sullivan Show. He took to guitar instantly, developing and sharpe ..

Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Akron, OH! On February 15, 2026

Akron Sunday, February 15, 2026 1900 - 2100

35.00 USD

Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret

Timeless. Majestic. Unforgettable. This production features all-new, hand-painted sets and over 200 custom-designed scenery elements, transforming the stage into a dreamlike landscape. With world-renown ballet artists from Italy, Spain, Georgia, Ireland, Turkey, B ..

Fasnacht 2026: What's Love Got To Do With It"

Barberton Saturday, February 14, 2026 1400 - 2300

40.00 USD

Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture

Fasnacht - A Living Winter Gathering Step out of the cold and into a growing winter gathering of live music, masks, noisemakers, and ritual fire. AltFestEvents presents Fasnacht, a family-friendly seasonal celebration inspired by European winter and carnival tradi ..

Sinatra! An Evening of Iconic Love Themes!

Wadsworth Thursday, February 12, 2026 1900 - 2130

17.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

An evening of great music, featuring Don Disantis and the ASW Big Band performing music of Frank Sinatra, and other great "Love Themed" hits from the Swing Era. URL: Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3415082-2?pid=2874 Category: Live Music | Concert ..

LIVE in Streetsboro, Ohio - America's Fleetwood Mac Experience

Streetsboro Saturday, February 7, 2026 1930 - 2130

24.00 USD

Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons

With over 20,000 social media followers you don't want to miss the tribute event that's captivating audiences and selling out venues everywhere it goes! "Fleetwood Mac created some of the most enduring music of the '70s and '80s - from their #1 hit, Dreams, to the ..

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