What’s Happening

There's Lots to do on the Summit

We've done our best to collect events from all our cities, townships and municipalities. Browse below for a taste of the great city & rural events happening on the Summit.

Pints & Paint Summer Nights
05/28/2026 to 05/28/2026 -

PINTS & PAINT: SUMMER NIGHTS AT HOPPIN’ FROG BREWERY

Thursday, May 28 | 6:00 PM | $25 per person

Tickets available now

Join us for a creative summer evening at Hoppin’ Frog Brewery with our next Pints &

Taste of Ethiopia Cultural Coffee & Food Experience at Cafe Bereka
05/24/2026 to 05/24/2026 -

This experience invites guests into the heart of Ethiopian culture through a live traditional coffee ceremony, where green beans are freshly roasted, ground, brewed, and served right before your eyes.

AOH Akron Feis
05/23/2026 to 05/23/2026 -

Join us for a lively celebration of Irish culture, rhythm, and talent! Watch dancers of all ages showcase their skills in an exciting and spirited competition.

Western Reserve Playhouse presents CRY HAVOC — thirteen women, one dugout, and a war that wasn't supposed to be theirs.
05/22/2026 to 05/31/2026 -

Directed by Abbey Marshall, Cry Havoc brings together a cast of WRP returnees and newcomers to tell the story of the women of World War II. The title comes from Shakespeare's Julius Caesar: "Cry

Arts Alive Awards Gala
05/20/2026 to 05/20/2026 -

Since 2002, the Arts Alive Awards have recognized gifted artists, talented arts educators, and change-making advocates who bring art to life and help shape our community’s culture.

This evening, we are

ACCESS State of the Shelter Breakfast
05/19/2026 to 05/19/2026 -

Join us for our 20th annual State of the Shelter Breakfast as we celebrate ACCESS's achievements over the past year and discuss the critical needs facing women and children experiencing homelessness

Master Singers Chorale 25th Anniversary - classical music plus a modern premiere
05/17/2026 to 05/17/2026 -

Master Singers Chorale of Northeast Ohio, with orchestra, will present its 25th Anniversary performance of classical works by Brahms, Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart, Rutter and Faure, plus a world

Master Singers of N.E.Ohio 25th Anniversary -classics and a modern premiere
05/17/2026 to 05/17/2026 -

Master Singers Chorale of Northeast Ohio, with orchestra, will present its 25th
Anniversary performance of classical works by Brahms, Beethoven, Schubert,
Mozart, Rutter and Faure, plus a world premiere

Akron Pregnancy Services Walk for Life
05/16/2026 to 05/16/2026 -

Captain a team or join one of the other teams. You’ll be given a link where friends, co-workers and family members can donate online leading up to walk day. Then join us at the Robinson House on May

Music at Bath FREE Concert Series / U4U Ukrainian Folk Pop/Rock Band
05/16/2026 to 05/16/2026 -

U4U (Uniting for Ukraine) is a Cleveland-based folk pop/rock band founded by talented Ukrainian and American ally musicians who joined after the start of the war. More than just a band, their mission

Native Plant Festival
05/16/2026 to 05/16/2026 -

Celebrate the start of summer at the 5th Annual Native Plant Festival, presented by Wayside Furniture! Discover how to create a thriving habitat for wildlife by incorporating beautiful, beneficial

Shandy Fest 2026
05/16/2026 to 05/16/2026 -

🍋 SHANDY FEST AT HOPPIN’ FROG
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Shandy Fest is here—our most anticipated tradition, reimagined as a full brewery, festival-style experience.
Explore a wide variety of refreshing

Steely Dan Tribute feat. The FM Project
05/15/2026 to 05/15/2026 -

House Three Thirty’s live music and entertainment presents an unforgettable night of classic rock with the FM Project’s Steely Dan Tribute show. From timeless Top-40 hits like Reelin’ In The Years, My

Dancing with the Stars Live at Akron Civic Theatre
05/13/2026 to 05/13/2026 -

Akron, 2026 is about to become the best year of your life in every way possible!

Whether you yourself are not the greatest of dancers and just adore the beauty of it, attempt a little mambo or salsa

Heart to Heart Leadership 33rd Annual Breakfast
05/12/2026 to 05/12/2026 -

Heart to Heart Leadership will host its 33rd Annual Breakfast on May 12, 2026, at the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron. This inspiring morning gathering brings together community members,

$6 Pints Every Monday!
Starting 01/20/2025 -

Come and enjoy $6 pints and Barrel-Aged beer 1/2 pints every Monday from 3PM to 9PM! Monday's are Fundays at Hoppin' Frog Brewery!!

Mother's Day 5K
05/10/2026 to 05/10/2026 -

Register for the 15th annual Mother’s Day 5K at Munroe Falls Metro Park on Sunday, May 10, 2026! The certified course is jogging stroller-friendly. Proceeds benefit the Summit Metro Parks Foundation.

Mother's Day Brunch
05/10/2026 to 05/10/2026 -

Mother’s Day Brunch at Hoppin' Frog Brewery 💐

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch worth gathering for at Hoppin' Frog Brewery.

Join us on Sunday, May 10 for a special Mother’s Day Brunch featuring

Dragons Love Tacos Street Fiesta
05/09/2026 to 05/09/2026 -

🌮🎉 Street Fiesta! – May 9th, 4–6 PM
Join us outside the Magical Theatre Company for a Street Fiesta! Come for the fun and stay for the party — we've got piñatas, delicious El Tule Tacos, salsa

Stow Symphony Orchetra's Spring Concert
05/09/2026 to 05/09/2026 -

This concert will Feature:
 Five Movements From Bizet’s ‘The Carmen Suites’
 Marche des Contrebandiers
 Intermezzo
 Les Dragons d'Alcala
 Habanera
 Séguedilla

 Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No.

Building and Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting Agenda
Event date: May 11, 2026
Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location:
3760 Darrow Road
Stow, OH 44224
Euchre
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Euchre
Event date: May 19, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Euchre
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Ping Pong
Event date: May 6, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Ping Pong (May/Jun)
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Ping Pong (May/Jun)
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Ping Pong (May/Jun)
Event date: May 19, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
TRIP: Tour the Goodyear Airship Hanger
Event date: May 8, 2026
Event Time: 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Location:
3760 Darrow Road
Stow, OH 44224
Lunch and a Movie Matinee
Event date: May 18, 2026
Event Time: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
VIA: Team Up 2 Clean Up
Event date: May 16, 2026
Event Time: 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
3870 Darrow Rd.
Stow, OH 44224
Hiking: Spring Spree for All
Event date: May 15, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
3760 Darrow Road
Stow, OH 44224
Royally Amused Presents: The Royal Jewelry Box
Event date: May 7, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Garden Club: Native Plants
Event date: May 18, 2026
Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Dominos Mexican Train
Event date: May 19, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Dominos Mexican Train
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Dominos Mexican Train
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
The Body - Mobility Class
Event date: May 7, 2026
Event Time: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
The Body - Mobility Class
Event date: May 14, 2026
Event Time: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224
Line Dancing (May/Jun)
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
5344 Fishcreek Road
Stow, OH 44224

Adult Tap Dance Class
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location:
1717 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Tap Dance Classes
Adult Tap Dance Class
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location:
1717 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Tap Dance Classes
Ballroom Dance Class
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Location:
1717 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Ballroom Dance Classes
Ballroom Dance Class
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Location:
1717 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Ballroom Dance Classes
The Summit 93.1 Music and Movement Program
Event date: May 16, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
4224 Massillon Road
Green, OH 44720
The Summit 93.1 Music and Movement Program
Event date: May 7, 2026
Event Time: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Location:
4224 Massillon Road
Green, OH 44720
Line Dance Classes
Event date: May 18, 2026
Event Time: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Location:
1795 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Line Dancing Classes
Line Dance Classes
Event date: May 11, 2026
Event Time: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Location:
1795 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Line Dancing Classes
Charter Review Commission Meeting
Event date: May 18, 2026
Event Time: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Location:
1755 Town Park Blvd.
Green, OH 44685
Civil Service Commission
Event date: May 13, 2026
Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location:
Green, OH 44232
Parks & Recreation Board Meeting
Event date: May 6, 2026
Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location:
1755 Town Park Blvd.
Uniontown, OH 44685
Design Review Board
Event date: May 6, 2026
Event Time: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Location:
1755 Town Park Blvd.
Uniontown, OH 44685
Veterans Advisory Commission Meeting
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Location:
1755 Town Park Blvd.
Uniontown, OH 44685
Fishing Derby
Event date: May 9, 2026
Event Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
5300 Massillon Road
Green, OH 44720
Description:
Put your fishing skills to the test! Ages 12 and under only.
Toddler Snack-tivity Series Event Sponsored by Sicily's Italian Icebox
Event date: May 13, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
1795 Steese Road
Green, OH 44720
Drug Task Force Meeting
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Location:
Corner of Massillon Road and Steese Road
Green, OH 44720

Community Events
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Finger Printing
information and prices for fingerprinting
Parks
Visit the many parks located throughout New Franklin.
Zoning & Planning
The Zoning Department is responsible for reviewing all structural, site and subdivision plans.
Zoning, Building, and Short Term Rental Permits
Short Term Rentals
Short Term Rental Ordinance, Permit, and Information
Dispatch Interview
Dispatch Center
City Council
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Rates
View the rates for services provided by Republic Services.
South Summit Council of Governments (SSCOG)
The South Summit Council of Governments (SSCOG) was formed in 2020 between the City of New Franklin and the City of Green.
Summit Soil & Water Conservation District
Homeowner guidance for stormwater, soil, watershed, pond management
Transient Vendor Licenses
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Bid Postings
Find current bid postings for projects in the City of New Franklin.
Service Department
The Service Department has the task of maintaining all of the roads within the City.
Cemeteries
Learn more about the cemeteries governed by the City of New Franklin including history, locations, and rules and regulations.
Home
Income Tax
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Economic Development and Business
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Ordinances
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Fun at First & Main - Princesses/Superheroes
Event date: May 19, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
First Street
Hudson, OH 44236
Description:
Each event features FUN, FREE, interactive activities for kids, music, giveaways and more! Held once a month on Tuesdays with the rain date on Thursday of the same week in May, June and July and with a special summer finale planned for Saturday, August 15, each event has a unique theme that will allow for fun in the sun for kids and parents alike! Visit us at www.firstandmainhudson.com for more details or follow us on social media!
All About Mom
Event date: May 9, 2026
Event Time: 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Location:
First Street
Hudson, OH 44236
Description:
First & Main will host a day dedicated to “Mom” with activities for children.
Military and Veterans Commission Meeting
Event date: May 6, 2026
Event Time: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Location:
1140 Terex Road
Hudson, OH 44236
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Event date: May 13, 2026
Event Time: 07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Location:
27 E. Main Street
Hudson, OH 44236
The Follies by Hudson Players
Event dates: April 24, 2026 - May 16, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Location:
41 South Oviatt Street
Hudson, OH 44236
Description:
A group of former showgirls reunite in their crumbling old theater, confronting nostalgia, regret, and the cost of clinging to the past. Featuring iconic songs like "Broadway Baby", "I'm Still Here", "Too Many Mornings", "Could I Leave You?", and "Losing My Mind". Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and Book by James Goldman.
City Council Meeting
Event date: May 19, 2026
Event Time: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
27 E. Main Street
Hudson, OH 44236
City Council Workshop
Event date: May 12, 2026
Event Time: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
27 E. Main Street
Hudson, OH 44236
City Council Meeting
Event date: May 5, 2026
Event Time: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
27 E. Main Street
Hudson, OH 44236
Planning Commission
Event date: May 11, 2026
Event Time: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
27 E. Main Street
Hudson, OH 44236
Park Board Meeting
Event date: May 18, 2026
Event Time: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
1140 Terex Road
Hudson, OH 44236

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