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DESIGN, DINING & LIVE MUSIC
Northside
Just beyond the downtown core, Northside packs contemporary design, local flavor and a creative streak into one compact district.
AKRON / NORTHSIDE
THE FEEL
Meet the
neighborhood.
This pocket of Akron feels urban but relaxed: adaptive reuse, modern gathering spaces and the green edge of the valley all meet within a few walkable blocks.
MAKE A DAY OF IT
Three ways
to find its rhythm.
No rigid itinerary required. Use these as starting points, then leave room to wander.
Make it dinner
Northside works especially well as an evening stop, with dining and drinks close enough to explore on foot.
Follow the music
Check the calendar for performances and events that give the district its after-dark energy.
GOOD FOR
- Local makers
- Date nights
- Live entertainment
- Modern Akron
KEEP EXPLORING
Walk or ride south into downtown, or head toward the Towpath and Cascade Valley for a quick change of scenery.
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