Council of Italian American Societies of Summit County

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Voted “Beacon’s Best Festival” for 10 years in a row! Please join us for the Summit County Italian American festival at Lock 3!

You will not be disappointed when walking down the scented filled streets of Gnocchi, Cavatelli, Pizza Fritta, Italian Sausage and so much more! You can dance the night away with excellent entertainment all weekend long! Don’t miss our Saturday night fireworks display!

06/23/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹

Take your taste buds on a Mediterranean adventure with delicious Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, featuring fresh flavors and savory favorites that perfectly complement all the Italian classics you'll find throughout the festival.

While you're exploring the festival grounds, be sure to stop by Berry's Treasures for one-of-a-kind items, handcrafted treasures, and special finds you won't want to miss! 🛍

06/22/2026

🚂🇮🇹 All aboard for family fun at the Summit County Akron Italian Festival! 🇮🇹🚂

Hop on the Little Roaming Railroad and enjoy a memorable train ride through the festival grounds. It's the perfect activity for kids and families looking to add a little extra fun to their festival experience! 🎟️✨

A special thank you to Ohio State Waterproofing for sponsoring the Little Roaming Railroad and helping create unforgettable memories for our youngest festival guests. ❤️

Be sure to stop by, take a ride, and enjoy all the excitement the festival has to offer—from delicious food and live entertainment to games, activities, and more!

See you at the station! 🚉🎉

06/21/2026

🇮🇹❤️ A special thank you to DeVitis Italian Market for their continued support of the Summit County Akron Italian Festival! ❤️🇮🇹

For generations, Devitis Italian Market has been a cherished part of our community, bringing authentic Italian flavors, traditions, and hospitality to families throughout the region.

Their support helps us continue celebrating the rich culture, heritage, and traditions that make our festival so special.

Be sure to show your support for the businesses that support our community. Thank you, Devitis Italian Market, for being part of our festival family! 🇮🇹🍝✨

06/20/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹

📻 A heartfelt thank you to our incredible radio partners for helping spread the word about the Summit County Akron Italian Festival! 📻

Your support and enthusiasm help us share the excitement of this beloved community tradition with listeners across the region.
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Be sure to tune in to your favorite local stations and support the businesses and organizations that support our community!

06/19/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹
🎟️🇮🇹 Festival Raffle Time! 🇮🇹🎟️

Don’t miss your chance to win big at the Summit County Akron Italian Festival!

🎫 3 tickets for just $10

Amazing prizes include:
💰 $2,000 Grand Prize
💵 $500 Second Prize
💵 $200 Third Prize

It’s an easy way to support the festival and possibly walk away a winner! Be sure to grab your raffle tickets while you’re enjoying all the food, music, and fun throughout the weekend. 🎶🍝✨

Good luck—and thank you for supporting the festival! ❤️🤍💚

06/18/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹

Be sure to stop by Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard for a refreshing Italian ice or creamy frozen custard—the perfect way to cool off during a day of festival fun. 🍧🍦

Looking for even more excitement? Test your skills, win prizes, and create unforgettable memories by playing fun games provided by Otterbacher Bros. 🎡🏆🎟️

From delicious desserts to exciting games, there’s something for everyone at the Italian Festival. Come hungry, bring your competitive spirit, and get ready for an amazing weekend! 🎶❤️💚

06/17/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹
The deadline is quickly approaching to purchase a Memorial Slide for the festival! Honor the memory of a loved one with a special Memorial Slide featured on the large video screen on the side of the Akron Civic Theater during this year's festival. ❤️

These Memorial Slides are a meaningful tribute to celebrate their life, legacy and connection to family and tradition! 🇮🇹

DEADLINE: JUNE 25, 2026

To purchase a Memorial Slide and help keep your loved ones memory shining bright, please visit the link below. ⬇
https://it-am.org/summit-county-italian-american-festival/

06/16/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹

🚗 A special thank you to Park Ford for being a proud sponsor of the Summit County Akron Italian Festival! 🚗

The support of community partners like Park Ford helps us continue our tradition of celebrating Italian heritage through incredible food, live entertainment, family fun, and unforgettable experiences.

For more festival information, visit the link below ⬇️
https://it-am.org/summit-county-italian-american-festival/

06/15/2026

🇮🇹 Summit County Italian-American Festival at Lock 3, Akron 🇮🇹

Get ready to sing along to all your favorite hits, including "American Girl," "Learning to Fly," "Refugee," and, of course, "Free Fallin’ with the BEST Tom Petty Tribute Band, "Free Fallin"! This high-energy tribute show captures the spirit and sound of Tom Petty for an unforgettable night of live music. 🎸

For more festival information, visit the link below ⬇️
https://it-am.org/summit-county-italian-american-festival/

06/14/2026

🇮🇹 Our local clubs are working hard to prep some delicious food for the festival! Be sure to stop down July 10 & 11 to enjoy a homemade meal! 🍝🍕

Address

South Main Street
Akron, OH
44308

Website

http://www.it-am.org/

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