Featured Events in Akron in January, 2025 (August Updated)

Experience an unforgettable evening of music at The Michael Austin Project in Akron. The event will take place at the prestigious John, James, and Clara Knight Stage, located at 182 S Main St., Akron, OH, 44308. Mark your calendars for January 4, 2025, and immerse yourself in a captivating performance that showcases the talents of Michael Austin and his team. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a truly remarkable musical experience in the heart of Akron.

Read below and choose the right workshop for you or register for the combo and join us for the full day to experience how we put our training principles in practice across modalities! Kettlebell 101: Simple & Sinister™Accept no compromises. Between power and conditioning. Between strength and flexibility. Between being an athlete and looking like one. Enter the kettlebell—the only training tool able to deliver all aspects of extreme fitness with no compromises. No-one knows how to wield this tool better than StrongFirst, the kettlebell ground zero. Taking the Kettlebell 101 workshop is like walking into the pages of Pavel’s ground-breaking book Kettlebell Simple & Sinister. You will learn the kettlebell exercises that deliver great gains while having the steepest learning curve: The Swing—build a back of steel, sprinter’s glutes, fighter’s conditioning, and a blue-collar gripThe Get-up—forge resilient shoulders and bullet-proof absThe Goblet Squat—develop a killer blend of strength and flexibilityKettlebell safety and other boring stuff that pros swear by and amateurs ignore at their own riskInsider strategies for long term sustainable training to reach your goalsPavel’s “Alt-S&S” programming—totally in line with the book, yet with unique wrinklesThe day after the workshop you will be able to hit the ground running towards your goals. Sign up and power to you! Barbell 101: Power to the People! Either you never touched the barbell, or you dabbled in the past. Now you choose to be strong and to do it right. At our Barbell 101 workshop you will learn: Develop total body strength with just two highest yield lifts (Fact: some of the strongest athletes in the world are ultra-minimalists)The Deadlift—the most “functional” strength exercise and the most hardcore lift of all timeThe Bench Press—the undisputed champion for building upper body strength faster than any other exerciseThe Bridge Floor Press—a favorite of old-time strongmen and wrestlers, it is a bench press with no benchPerform these lifts like a pro—with techniques perfected for maximal strength and longevityKeep gaining strength non-stop for up to a year with state-of-the-art programming that blends Soviet science and American ingenuityBuild quality muscle “organically”—along with strengthExperience minimal fatigue and soreness—because you need energy outside the gymPower to the people! Sign up and power to you! INSTRUCTOR TEAM Analisa Naldi, StrongFirst Certified Senior Instructor, StrongFirst Elite Mark Valenti, StrongFirst Certified Team Leader, StrongFirst Elite Serenity Messner, StrongFirst Certified Elite Instructor in collaboration with our team of StrongFirst Certified Instructors. SCHEDULE: Saturday, 18 January 2024: 8:00am - 12:00pm | StrongFirst KB 101: Simple & Sinister * student check-in from 7:30am -7:55am 1:00pm - 5:00pm | StrongFirst BB 101: Power to the People * student check-in from 12:30pm -12:55pm REGISTRATION: Single Workshop | $125 EARLY BIRD (all tickets purchased on or after 24 December 2024 will be $160) Combo Ticket (both workshops) | $200 EARLY BIRD (all tickets purchased on or after 24 December 2024 will be $275) CONTACT: This workshop is organized and licensed by Analisa Naldi. Email all registration and other questions to analisa@analisanaldi.com. Registration Cancellation by Participant: Registration fees are non-refundable. No refunds will be granted. Exceptional circumstances will be reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis by Analisa and team. Registrants may transfer their registration to another person for no fee. Please email analisa@analisanaldi.com directly to complete this action. Please note if you are purchasing tickets for multiple attendees: Enter the full name and email address of every student who will be in attendance so we can ensure all StrongFirst Workshop information reaches everyone. Important notice re COVID-19: Please note any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19 and we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed while in attendance at the event. Eventbrite is not responsible for the health and safety of this event. We encourage you to follow the organizer’s safety policies, as well as local laws and restrictions. If you have specific questions about our COVID-19 protocols for this event, email analisa@analisanaldi.com directly. Information Source: Analisa Naldi | eventbrite

Set a Goal today for a 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Half-Marathon with a Virtual Run where you can run Stress-Free anywhere, anytime and submit your results. When you finish your run, you'll get a limited time Free Invite into one of our local Running Clubs near you! Sign-up to run or walk, but also join the journey of thousands of others near you who want to live a healthier life through running (or walking!). Intro to your Virtual Run: https://youtube.com/shorts/YfBqrej80T4?si=RkSl61EB95jnQ6on Step 1: Choose a Time and Place to run! Step 2: Get your Virtual Packet Step 3: When you finish, you can submit your results. What You Get with our Virtual Run: Virtual Packet with Digital Tools (Music Playlist, Training Plans, Online Results)Certificate of CompletionInvitation to Join our Strava Run ClubsOur Run Clubs will also have special events, free giveaways, and a Community of other runners to support your run journey. You can Add-On: Commemorative Shirt + MedalWe look forward to greeting you at the virtual finish line! Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

Experience an unforgettable musical journey with "One Night in Memphis" at E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron in Akron, Ohio. This tribute concert will take place on January 26, 2025, featuring legendary hits from icons like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. Immerse yourself in the magic of rock and roll history as talented performers bring these timeless classics to life on stage. Don't miss this opportunity to relive the glory days of Sun Records and witness the raw energy of the birth of rock and roll.

Experience The Kings of Queen - Queen Tribute live in Akron at the prestigious E.J. Thomas Hall, located at 198 Hill St, Akron, OH, 44325, on January 30, 2025. This thrilling tribute event honors the iconic rock band Queen, featuring incredible performances of their greatest hits. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the legendary music of Queen, performed with passion and precision. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of music and nostalgia.