Plan Your Next Epic Sporting Event in Greater Akron, Ohio!
Looking for the perfect spot to host your next big tournament or championship? Greater Akron has everything you need – and then some! Conveniently located in Northeast Ohio, we're just a quick drive from Cleveland, Columbus and Pittsburgh, and close to both Akron-Canton Airport and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. It's easy to get here and we have affordable accommodations, not to mention exciting activities off the field.
Top-notch venues? We’ve got them! Firestone Stadium, the go-to destination for the OHSAA Softball Championships, the GMAC Softball Championships, and the MAC Softball Championships, just underwent a multi-million-dollar renovation! Canal Park, home of the Akron RubberDucks, hosts the OHSAA State Baseball Championships. The Lee R. Jackson Track & Field Complex at the University of Akron completed a $1.2 million renovation. It has hosted the 2023 Mid-American Conference Outdoor Track & Field Championships and the Annual Pole Vault Convention.
For indoor events, you can't beat Rubber City Sports at Goodyear Gym, part of the Goodyear Hall complex. With facilities perfect for volleyball, gymnastics, futsal, martial arts, and more, this space has everything you need for an unforgettable tournament experience.
Athletes and their families will have a multitude of options for entertainment. Hike through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks. Step back in time and visit Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, the former home of F.A. Seiberling, cofounder of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. For animal lovers, be sure to check out the Akron Zoo. From theaters and museums to shopping and culinary experiences at some of the best restaurants, visitors are bound to have a great time!
Your next sporting event deserves to be spectacular, and Greater Akron is ready to make it happen. Whether it's basketball, baseball, soccer, track and field, cheer and dance, swimming, or any other sport, Summit County provides the perfect stage for athletes to shine. Reach out today for more information on how we can help you make it unforgettable. Come to play in Summit County and let the games begin!
