Events

Join us as Chief Magistrate Steve Elliott of Summit County Probate Court presents on how you can protect your family and heirs.

RSVP to (330)-867-5511 or foundation@summitmetroparks.org by Sunday, February 1st.

We’re excited to bring back the world-class Wild & Scenic Film Festival to Akron to celebrate the beauty of nature and the importance of conservation. All proceeds benefit the Summit Metro Parks Foundation.

Join us at the 2, 2:30, 6, or 6:30 p.m. showing to celebrate nature and be inspired! Can’t join us on the 21st? Purchase a virtual ticket and we will send you a link to view the films between March 21st and 27th at your location. All showings will have the same collection of films.

Purchase tickets today at https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/2026WildScenicFilmFestival

Register for the 15th Annual Mother’s Day 5K at Munroe Falls Metro Park on Sunday, May 10, 2026! Proceeds benefit the Summit Metro Parks Foundation.

The event is held rain or shine. Refunds are available through May 1st, but not after. The course is not fully ADA-compliant, but wheelchair participants and jogging strollers are welcome. If you plan to use an adaptive device on the course, please contact us in advance. The course surface is asphalt.