3rd Thursday highlights downtown destinations

3rd Thursday is a monthly excursion highlighting arts, culture, cuisine and entertainment in downtown. The goal is to introduce visitors to independent destinations, events and activities that establish downtown Akron as an arts and culture destination every day of the week. Due to circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak, 3rd Thursday continues to over a mix of in-person and virtual experiences.

Check out the 3rd Thursday flyer for a list of restaurants offering dine-in, carry out and delivery services, retail businesses and virtual downtown events you can enjoy.

For more information about ways to support downtown businesses at this time, click here.

Bonus digital content:

Recommended books from the Akron-Summit County Public Library and the University of Akron Press:

- Picture books with African-American characters

- Children's books by Black authors and/or Illustrators

- Young Adult books by Black authors

- Teen books by Black authors that can be checked out digitally from the Akron-Summit County Public Library

- Books by Black authors published by The University of Akron Press

For more information on how to purchase or borrow these books, visit the Akron-Summit County Public Library and The University of Akron press websites.

Spotify Playlist: Check out the 3rd Thursday Akron playlist on Spotify featuring all Akron musicians.

Please like our 3rd Thursday Facebook page and stay up-to-date on each month's event. Also follow the event on Instagram