Weeklong Independence Day Celebration in Akron, Ohio

Akron is located in Summit County in northeast Ohio. Akron knows what to do when July 4th of July lands in the middle of the week. As the saying goes, when life gives you lemons; make lemonade.

Unofficially, the weeklong celebration kicked off June, 29, 2007 at Lock 3 Live, a downtown, family friendly outdoor venue, with a concert featuring Mojo Risin, a Doors Tribute Band. I was there to experience quite possibly one of the best tribute bands I have ever had the pleasure of witnessing. They are known for giving you the entire package, not just the music. From costume to acting to music, Mojo Risin, in my opinion, is The Doors reincarnated.

Fast forward 2 days to Sunday July 1, 2007. Dust off your bikes and rev up your engines for Main Street Saloon's Vietnam Veterans Memorial Poker Run. Any and all vehicles are welcome. Come out and show your support for the Vietnam Servicemen who helped to keep the word independent in Independence Day. This poker run will include auctions, food, and live music after the run.

On July 4th, we are back in downtown Akron for the official Independence Day celebration which will be a 4 day family friendly event. Downtown Main Street will be closed off for the Akron Family Barbeque and a Star-Spangled 4th of July. The celebration kicks off when the gates open at 11:00 am and will run through July 7th. This 4 day long Independence Day outdoor cookout will feature live music, rides for the kids, street vendors, and BBQ chefs from all corners of the USA.

The line up for July 4th in Akron, Ohio will begin with the gates opening at 11:00am. For just a $5 admission charge, let the fun begin!

At 3:00pm, Accent, Ohio's Premier Top 40's Dance Band will kick off the music and get your boogy shoes moving. Accent will take you from the music of the 50's right through the music of today.

At 4:30pm, Classic Albums Live will hit the stage. This unique band has the ability to take the classics and recreate them onstage. They will be performing Fleetwood Mac at 4:30pm followed by The Best of Fleetwood Mac at 6:00pm.