The Akron Civic Theatre is a robust, active, cultural center and a magnificent, lavish wedding venue in Akron, Ohio. Pretty much since the day it opened in 1929, it has been dubbed "The Jewel on Main Street" and has long been recognized as one of the touchstones for quality entertainment and live performances in the Buckeye State. Its design is elegant and timeless, based on original Spanish Moorish architecture, and is an ideal location for events of all kinds, from ceremonies and graduations to cocktail receptions and other popular social gatherings. Speaking of the location, the theatre resides less than 40 miles from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, and just 15 miles from Akron-Canton Airport, making travel easy for out-of-town guests.

Facilities and Capacity

Full buyout of the Akron Civic Theatre is available for large-scale, luxurious celebrations. With 20,000 square feet of space, it can welcome wedding parties while also providing a number of smaller areas and theatres for more intimate gatherings. One of the most prominent places to celebrate the event is the Theatre Auditorium, a spot where many concerts and performances have been held. It can accommodate up to 2,500 people sitting in the Auditorium, and, along with the Goodyear Theatre (1,400 people), is one of the two biggest venues they rent. Meanwhile, the Knight Stage, providing room for 200 standing, 150 for Theater-Style Seating, or 80 for table seating, is a popular destination thanks to its beauty, historic architecture, and wonderful ambiance.

Services Offered

The Akron Civic Theatre employs a talented staff of dedicated professionals who will work with each couple to design the wedding day of their dreams. Every detail, no matter how minute, will be decided upon after collaboration between the team and their nearlyweds to ensure a flawless planning experience throughout. There are no preferred caterers at the Civic Theatre, allowing couples to choose their own personal dining outlet to cook up the kind of meal that loved ones will talk about long after the big day.