Free & Cheap Things to Do in Akron, OH

  • The list below includes 165 free or cheap things to do in or near Akron, Ohio, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Bowling and Breweries.
  • From Public Library to BARC Akron Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Akron and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Peninsula, Medina and Massillon.
  • The list below includes 165 free or cheap things to do in or near Akron, Ohio, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Bowling and Breweries.
  • From Public Library to BARC Akron Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Akron and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Peninsula, Medina and Massillon.
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Drivers get behind the wheel of a Lamborghini or Ferrari with an instructor for laps around an autocross car-control course
6.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 500 W Hopocan Avenue, Barberton, OH 44203 MoreLess Info
Lake Anna YMCA is a YMCA that features a gym, a pool, a therapy pool, and special events such as raffle nights. The center has a summer camp for children and also has a swim team.
6.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 3300 Darrow Road, Stow, OH 44224 MoreLess Info
Centered around a relaxing creek, Adell Durbin Park features a large hand-carved totem pole to distinguish it from other city parks. There is even an on-site rustic lodge facility that can be rented for private events.
6.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 588 W Tuscarawas Avenue, Barberton, OH 44203 MoreLess Info
Situated next to Lake Anna, Lake Cinemas 8 shows the latest movie releases with 4K projectors and RealD 3D technology. Inside the theater, there is a vintage movie projector available for viewing.
7.1 Miles
72% 322 votes
Music Venue 1145 West Steels Corner, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 MoreLess Info
Built on 800 acres of land, Blossom Music Center is the outdoor home for the Cleveland Orchestra. Featuring a pavilion that accommodates over 5,000 seats and lawn seating for another 13,000, attend a concert or show under the stars.
7.2 Miles
50% 4 votes
Bowling 4190 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 MoreLess Info
Legend Lanes is a premier bowling and sports destination in Cuyahoga Falls. The bowling alley features bowling, outdoor sand volleyball, a lounge, 35 flat screen televisions and Keno.
7.4 Miles
89% 18 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, OH MoreLess Info
Located in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Beaver Marsh is a prime spot for visitors to watch wetland wild life. The marsh lies just off the trail head, and offers views of many different kinds of birds and land animals.
8.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 100 Denise Drive, Kent, OH 44240 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of a local baseball coach, Al Lease Park is important to the residents of Kent County. Along with walking trails, it features a lake for fishing and many activities for youth including baseball, soccer and basketball facilities.
8.7 Miles
95% 63 votes
Farms & Ranches 4563 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264 MoreLess Info
Originally started as a vegetable farm in 1931, Szalay's Sweet Corn Farm is a sweet corn farm that also offers a variety of fruits and vegetables. The farm has a corn maze that is open during the fall months.
8.9 Miles
87% 23 votes
National & State Parks 4570 Akron Peninsula Road, Peninsula, OH 44264 MoreLess Info
Located just forty minutes from Cleveland is the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The park offers recreational activities for those seeking adventure or leisure. Visitors can enjoy hiking, picnicking or visiting Brandywine Falls. 
9.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 497 Middlebury Road, Kent, OH 44240 MoreLess Info
Kent City Parks & Recreation manages the park, building facilities, and recreation programs for the City of Kent. Programs offers include summer programs, babysitting training, fun runs, art events, and triathlons.
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