Where the Arts

Live, Work, Play & Stay

The Orange

Zone

Highland Square

The Blu

Zone

Downtown Akron

The Green

Zone

North and Howard

Where creativity finds a home.

The Orange

ZONE

The Highland Universal Gathering Place— The HÜG Place—is bringing new life into one of Akron’s most historic buildings: the Temple on Merriman. For generations, this place was a driving force for peace, compassion, and unity. And now, that spirit is once again being illuminated through the arts.

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The Blu

ZONE

BLU Jazz+ is a stunning live music venue & photography gallery in downtown Akron, Ohio which has been designed & crafted from the ground up with the presentation of live jazz in mind. BLU Jazz+ is an upscale yet accessible destination with a uniquely metropolitan vibe, offering a “retro” mid-century modern feel & captures the intimacy of the famous New York City jazz clubs.

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The Green

ZONE

The Trailhead, located on the edge of the Towpath Trail, Cascade Locks Park, and Downtown Akron, combines natural charm, rustic elegance, and a thoughtful spirit – all personally crafted for you and your unique event. The Trailhead is perfect for weddings, corporate, and social events, with accommodations for 25-175 guests.

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