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The Cleveland Clinic Akron General Stage has announced its 2016 Lock 3 Live summer concert schedule.

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Updated June 23 at 12:23 p.m.

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- A summer tradition returns to Northeastern Ohio in May with the kickoff of the 2016 Lock 3 Live series of concerts and festivals.

The city of Akron's special celebration for LeBron James takes place June 23, beginning at 7 p.m.

The Rock the Lock concert series kicks off May 27 featuring tribute bands every Friday night with free admission. The Saturday Night series kicks off June 25 with R&B favorites Tony! Toni! Tone!

Gates open at 6 p.m. each night, with shows beginning at 7 p.m.

There are also a number of festivals scheduled, including the Rib, White and Blue Festival (July 1-4); the African-American Festival (June 16-17); and Flair Fest Akron (August 20).

Click here for the complete summer events schedule.