- 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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No green thumb is required to design a terrarium at this out-of-the-ordinary creative social event
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Situated in Downtown Akron, Lock 3 Park hosts many festivals, like the Hamburger Festival in the summer and Holiday Fest in the winter. The park offers ice skating and sledding in the cold months and a concert series in the warmer ones.
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As a neighborhood bar, Old 97 Cafe offers visitors an expansive cocktail menu and live entertainment from local performers. During the weekend, the outdoor patio hosts bocce ball and ping pong games.
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A 64-lane bowling center, Bill White's Akron Lanes offers open and league bowling with Qubica scoring. The center also provides flat-screen televisions, a grill with food and drinks, pool tables, cosmic bowling nights and a game room.
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With Art Deco architecture, Interstate Park Cinema 14 offers visitors screening of the latest movies in its digital projector auditoriums. The theater accepts mobile tickets and has upgraded its seats to stadium seating.
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Covering 860,000 square feet, the Chapel Hill Mall was first opened in 1967, and now houses more than 100 stores, including in here the Sears and the Macy's.
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A microbrewery that has received some national attention via the Food Network, the Ohio Brewing Company makes a variety of beers, including seasonal selections. They welcome visitors for tastings and tours.
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With digital projectors, Regal Montrose Movies 12 has showings for the latest films in its auditoriums. The movie theater accepts mobile tickets and offers a self-service ticket kiosk so visitors don't have to wait in line at the ticket booth.
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Gorge Metro Park is a 155 acre park popular for its premier hiking and fishing. The park features picturesque picnic areas with access to fishing docks, grills for BBQ use and extensive hiking trails.
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With a full slate of weekly events and special guest comedians, the Funny Stop Comedy Club has something for everyone. The club offers a full restaurant menu and even family-friendly events such as magic shows.
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With beautiful landscaping and over 29 acres of land, Babb Run Park is a scenic park that is great for picnicking and relaxing. Amenities include trails, paved paths, picnic equipment, and foot bridges.