This entertainment home that is spread over less than one acre of land, is the Akron Civic Theatre, which was previously referred to as Loew's Theater. Built using the Italian Renaissance style, the theater is said to be an excellent example of the great movie palaces of the early days i.e. the 1920s. Serving the visitors as the first theater of the County, the theater appeals to the public through its Broadway shows, dance performances and other shows.
The Canton Palace Theater was the brainchild of architect John Eberson and is constructed in the Spanish Baroque style using terracotta. Built in 1926, it is part of the National Register of Historic Places and hosts movies, events and even ghost-hunting sessions.
Lions Lincoln Theatre, originally built as a movie theater in 1915, is now a performing arts theater that plays host to a wide range of theatrical productions, concerts and comedy shows on a regular basis. This historic building was restored in recent years ensuring its existence for the many years to come. Lions Lincoln Theatre also plays host to various classic films from different parts of the world, attracting movie buffs from across the city in large numbers. This venue stands as the cultural, artistic and historical pride of the city.
Named after Major League baseball champion Thurman Munson, the eponymous stadium is home field to the Ohio Men’s Senior Baseball League , the Canton McKinley Bulldog Baseball team and also hosts district & regional playoffs for the Northeast region. Having won quite a few accolades, one of them being the Professional Diamond of the Year in 1996, this sprawling stadium has the best playing surface in all of Ohio. The Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium is also used for hosting private events.
Set on West Market Street, Akron Highland Theatre is an old cinema hall from the 1930s. This single-screen theater offers movie tickets at reasonable prices. The concession stand serves a number of typical eats like popcorn, soda and candy. They also serve a selection of spirits and draft beers. This spacious cinema hall is a great place to catch up on movies.