Posts with tag 'Akron OH'
Subscribe and receive email notifications of new blog posts.
RSS Feed
-
2026 | 1 Posts
- January | 1 Posts
- 2025 | 4 Posts
- 2024 | 25 Posts
- 2023 | 14 Posts
- 2022 | 74 Posts
- 2021 | 75 Posts
- 2020 | 56 Posts
- 2019 | 91 Posts
- 2018 | 93 Posts
- 2017 | 107 Posts
15
Explore These Specialty Food Markets Around Ohio
Elevate your grocery shopping by stopping by one of Ohio's specialty food markets, which sell plenty of delicious and interesting foods. You'll be able to try new foods and make your meals more special and tasty.
Explore these specialty food markets around Northeast Ohio, Columbus, and Cincinnati the next time you shop.
West Side Market
1979 W. 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Opening in 1912, West Side Market is Cleveland's oldest municipally owned market. Its setting is beautiful, with the building designed by renowned architects who included a 44-foot-high tile vaulted ceiling and a 137-foot-tall clock tower. Its eclectic mix of shops includes Theresa's Bakery, known for more than 30 types of fresh, homemade bread and European pastries, including 17 flavors of cannoli. Rita's is another popular market vendor where you'll find a variety of stuffed olives, fresh horseradish and barrel kraut, and fresh-ground peanut butter.
Mustard Seed Market
3885 Medina Rd., Akron, OH 44333
View this post on Instagram
With its motto of "Real food is good food," Mustard Seed Market has followed many stringent ingredient standards since 1981. Its products are free of high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors and flavoring, harmful chemicals and preservatives, saccharin and aspartame, antibiotics and hormones in meats, bleached or bromated flour, and irradiation. Fill your cart with produce from local farmers that's organic whenever possible, fresh-baked bread, pastries, and pies, high-quality, responsibly sourced meat and seafood, bulk foods, and more. And in the grocery department, you'll find affordable, high-quality, natural foods from local suppliers.
Bunker Hill Cheese
6005 County Road 77, Millersburg, OH 44654
Bunker Hill Cheese is a third-generation family-owned company that was established in 1935. The company partners with local farmers and makes over 25 types of cheese, averaging 50,000 pounds a week. Whether you'd like cheese for a snack, to use in a recipe, or to help create a delicious charcuterie board, you can find it here. You'll find A2 milk cheese (easier to digest), cheddar, farmers cheese, fiesta jack marble with jalapeno kick, Bermuda onion, feta, raw milk cheese, and more. And to carry the cheese theme even further, the market sells Heini's cheese fudge in flavors including blueberry, chocolate, and rainbow sherbet.
North Market
59 Spruce St., Columbus, OH 43215
View this post on Instagram
North Market, located in downtown Columbus, has been open for nearly 150 years. The venue houses more than 30 independently owned small businesses where you can pick up a wide variety of fresh produce, meat, poultry, specialty food items, and more. For a delicious snack, stop by American Nut Company, specializing in Bavarian Glazed Roasted Almonds and Pecans with a touch of cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar. For a prepared meal, visit Flavors of India, which serves dishes made with freshly sourced ingredients and healthy herbs and spices.
The Hills Market
7860 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH 43235
The Hills Market is a unique shopping destination where you can shop inside the market or have your groceries delivered. Its departments sell wholesome, fresh foods, including produce from Ohio farmers and family-owned distributors. Its full-service butcher shop features high-quality meat sourced from around Ohio without any growth-promoting hormones or antibiotics. The produce department features hand-selected fruits and veggies from Ohio farmers and family-owned distributors. For added convenience, stop by the Chef's Case for house-made dishes, including the market's popular crab cakes with sherry cayenne dipping sauce.
Carfagna's Market
1440 Gemini Place, Columbus, OH 43240
View this post on Instagram
Carfagna's Market aims to provide the best quality items at the lowest possible price. The market isn't tied to any particular suppliers, so the owners are free to shop around to find and sell the best products from small and family-owned businesses. Its butcher shop sells meats cut fresh daily and sourced from farmers who implement humane practices. You can also treat yourself to a wide variety of fresh, delicious foods, including treats from Columbus' largest homemade Italian cookie selection, homemade cannoli filled to order, organic homemade pasta sauce, and handmade artisan pasta.
Jungle Jim's International Market Eastgate
4450 Eastgate South Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45245
You'll find a unique mixture of specialty grocery items at Jungle Jim's International Market, including colorfully unique sodas where you can try a new root beer or be adventurous and buy Buffalo Wing Soda. If you love coffee or tea, stop by the Coffee Bar, where you'll find over 50 varieties of coffee from local micro-roaster Seven Hills, as well as over 20 varieties of loose-leaf teas. You'll also find dozens of honey varieties and honey-related products like honey candy, butter, or cream. And make sure to stop by the Candy Castle for nostalgic favorites or trendy new candies.
Findlay Market
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
View this post on Instagram
Located just blocks from downtown in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, Findlay Market attracts more than one million visitors a year. You'll find plenty of farm-fresh, locally sourced specialty foods for sale from more than 50 full-time merchants. If you're craving a ready-made meal, stop by Flavors of the Isle, where you'll find dishes with a blend of Southern soul food and Jamaican cuisine. Try the jerk chicken, made with the owner's homemade jerk seasoning and sauce. Or visit Dean's Mediterranean Imports for nuts roasted onsite, many varieties of Lebanese-style yogurt, pita breads, and more.
Remke Markets
6920 Burlington Pike, Florence, KY 41042
Remke Markets has several locations throughout the area and is known for its excellent customer service. In addition to the usual grocery offerings, you'll find a dedicated soup and salad bar as well as a sushi bar. If you'd like to save time and effort but still get the products you love, try the Mobile Market app, where a trained personal shopper selects items from your order and has it waiting for you when you come to the store.
Don't Settle for Ordinary
What specialty food markets do you visit in Ohio, and what items are your favorites to buy?
10
9 Places for Rock Climbing No Matter What the Weather
You don't have to live in the mountains to enjoy rock climbing, and you don't need warm weather either! While the state of Ohio offers some amazing outdoor rock climbing destinations for spring, summer, and fall, the colder months force us to look indoors.
Luckily, there are also some incredible indoor rock gyms all over the Buckeye state! If you're searching for the best indoor rock climbing in Ohio, look no further.
Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym
2020 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115
With two Northeast Ohio locations in Cleveland and Lakewood, Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym offers some of the best climbing facilities in this part of the state. The Cleveland location features 2,000 square feet of climbable space and a Kilterboard with around 8,000 training routes. Beginner, intermediate, and private climbing classes are available, plus a weight room and yoga classes. Affordable day passes and first-timer tours of Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym are available, helping to make it more accessible to those who might be new to climbing.
Cleveland Rocks Climbing
2831 Franklin Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44113
View this post on Instagram
Offering lead climbing, top rope, and bouldering, Cleveland Rocks is a world-class indoor climbing facility that spans 18,000 square feet. The gym is located inside Cleveland's renovated Ohio City Masonic Temple, a historical structure providing a unique climbing venue. Cleveland Rocks offers three separate climbing areas, with roped walls up to 54 feet, and also hosts a wide range of climbing classes and programs for youths and adults. It's one of the best spots for beginner and advanced climbers in Northeast Ohio.
Rock Mill
677 Carroll Street, Akron, OH 44304
Akron's Rock Mill is a great place to climb, but it's also much more. Yoga classes are taught almost every day of the week, and traditional fitness facilities are also open to members and visitors alike. That includes a weight training area and cardio equipment. Rock Mill also offers a well-stocked coffee bar that serves locally sourced coffee, beer, and food. For those just here to climb, you'll find a 6,000-square-foot bouldering hall with 80-plus bouldering problems that are reset every week to consistently provide new challenges.
Chambers Purely Boulders
1165 Chambers Road, Columbus, OH 43212
View this post on Instagram
A cheery indoor bouldering gym near the OSU Campus in Greenview, Chambers Purely Boulders is one of the best places in Columbus for aspiring climbers. With a wide range of weekly programs that teach bouldering and climbing fundamentals, Chambers Purely Boulders makes it easy to get on the wall, even if you've never climbed before. The gym hosts a variety of classes and clinics as well, including weekly yoga classes that are free for members.
Vertical Adventures
6513 Kingsmill Court, Columbus, OH 43229
Open since 1994, Vertical Adventures has been providing an amazing indoor rock climbing experience in Columbus since long before rock gyms became hip or trendy. A staple of the Columbus climbing community, this facility offers over 16,000 feet of terrain that caters to a wide range of climbing styles, including lead, top-roping, and bouldering. Beginner and climbing fundamentals classes are available for anyone who wants to gain some rock climbing experience.
Bloc Garten
512 Maier Place, Columbus, OH 43215
View this post on Instagram
With a welcoming environment and supportive community, Bloc Garten is one of the best bouldering gyms in Central Ohio. With new bouldering problems reset every week on Tuesdays, the gym's dynamic bouldering walls constantly provide new challenges to climbers of all skill levels. Free gear rental is available for your first visit, and the gym offers a 90-minute fundamentals class that helps new climbers find their footing. Regular climbing clinics also provide new insight and instruction for experienced climbers to up their game, both physically and mentally.
Climb Cincy
1708 Blue Rock Street, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Opened in 2020, Climb Cincy is one of the newest indoor rock gyms in the Cincinnati area. The facility is nestled in the beautiful Northside neighborhood of Cincinnati, and the folks who run it make a point of catering to climbers of all experience levels to create an environment where all are welcome. Climb Cincy is a bouldering facility, which means participants climb over padded floors with no ropes or harnesses involved. Walls range from 11 to 14 feet tall, and many routes are beginner-friendly, while others will challenge even the most seasoned climbers.
Mosaic Climbing
9501 Union Cemetery Road, Loveland, OH 45140
View this post on Instagram
No matter what your preferred style of climbing may be and how much experience you may have, Mosaic Climbing offers something for you. Located in the small city of Loveland within the Cincinnati metro area, Mosaic Climbing offers one of the most impressive, wide-ranging climbing facilities in Ohio. In addition to bouldering terrain, Mosaic offers top-rope, auto-belay, and lead climbing, plus a variety of climbing-related training equipment and a complete fitness facility with yoga rooms. Private and group instruction is available for youths and adults.
RockQuest Climbing Center
3475 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241
Located in a renovated industrial space in Sharonville, just north of Cincinnati, RockQuest Climbing Center is one of Ohio's longest-running indoor climbing gyms and a staple of the local climbing community in the Cincy area. RockQuest offers around 15,000 square feet of climbing surface, with roped climbing as well as bouldering. Belay classes are available, teaching essential top rope climbing skills, including knots and techniques.
View From the Top
Where's you're favorite place to climb around Ohio?
27
8 New LoLo Gifts for the New Year
So the holidays are over, and the countdown to spring begins. Happily, the gift-giving continues into January with this month's free offers, courtesy of Cutler Homes and LoLo Gifts.
Will you sample some donuts in Northeast Ohio, savor some pizza in Columbus, or indulge in some chocolates in Cincinnati? Here is this month's line-up of fabulous freebies.
January Gifts:
Cincinnati: Chocolates
Tickled Sweet
317 Main St., Milford, OH 45150
View this post on Instagram
Chocolate makes a bad day good and a good day better. Enjoy one of life's great pleasures with your gift of chocolates from Tickled Sweet.
About Tickled Sweet
Bambi Merz's career path wasn't always lined with sweets, but after a chance visit to a candy and snack expo, she was hooked. After years of mentoring by Randy Auel, Bambi purchased his namesake shop, now known as Tickled Sweet. One thing that hasn't changed is the collection of top-quality fudge, bars, dipped Oreos, and other chocolate treats.
Contact and Hours
513.880.4169
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
Cleveland: Donuts
Jack Frost Donuts
4960 Pearl Rd., Cleveland, OH 44109
Homer Simpson's love of donuts runs so deep that he sold his soul for one in the Treehouse of Horror. While you may not be that extreme, you'll certainly appreciate his emotion after sampling your gift from Jack Frost Donuts.
About Jack Frost Donuts
Since 1937, generations of families have turned to Jack Frost Donuts for their handmade treats. The family that owns and runs the shop has handed down their original recipe over decades. Choose from a rotating daily menu featuring selections from dozens of luscious flavors such as maple bacon, salted caramel, and Fruity Pebbles.
Contact and Hours
216.351.3638
Monday - Sunday: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Columbus: A Pizza Bowl
GoreMade Pizza
936 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43201
View this post on Instagram
Pizza manages to be consistent yet full of variety, which explains much of its appeal. Even if you're a veteran 'za lover, you'll find something new with your free pizza bowl from GoreMade Pizza.
About GoreMade Pizza
Hosting a weekly pot-luck pizza party with friends showed Nick Gore how toppings could make each pie unique. Nick then turned the purchase of a mobile wood-fired pizza oven into a successful catering business, leading to the current brick-and-mortar restaurant. Ingredients such as sausage, banana peppers, and roasted mushrooms are sourced locally for freshness.
Contact and Hours
614.725.2115
Tuesday - Sunday: Noon - 9 p.m.
Medina: Socks
JK Gift Shop
207 S. Court St., Medina, OH 44256
You can never have too many socks. Pick up a free pair of socks that are both fashionable and practical from JK Gift Shop.
About JK Gift Shop
Home decor is all in the family for Julie McNabb and Katie Heinz, owners of JK Gift Shop. The sister duo followed in the footsteps of their mother, Amy Douglass, who founded The Interior Design Studio. Julie and Katie expanded the business by adding the gift shop and its stylish assortment of products.
Contact and Hours
330.725.7623
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
Akron: A Sandwich and Soup
Niko's Sandwich Board
1947 W. Market St. #104, Akron, OH 44313
View this post on Instagram
What's more satisfying than a hearty bowl of soup on a cold winter day? How about a free sandwich to go with your soup at Niko's Sandwich Board?
About Niko's Sandwich Board
Customers flock to Niko's Sandwich Board to enjoy the wide selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches on the menu. The cozy, welcoming dining room atmosphere keeps them coming back for more. If you're short on time, just call ahead and get your Reuben, tuna sandwich, or chef salad to go.
Contact and Hours
330.794.5444
Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Canton: Cupcakes
Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe
1430 W. Maple St., North Canton, OH 44720
Are cupcakes the perfect combination of cake and frosting? Test this theory with your free gift from Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe.
About Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe
Whether you're craving a home-cooked meal or a sweet treat to brighten your day, you'll find it at Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe. The revolving menu of savory items includes dishes such as Southwest chicken salad, Italian wedding soup, and jalapeño popper grilled cheese. The latest addition to their already extensive bakery menu is the cruffin, a cross between a croissant and a muffin.
Contact and Hours
330.933.0767
Wednesday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wooster: Socks
JK Gift Shop
114 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691
View this post on Instagram
Socks have gone from ho-hum accessories to fun and funky fashion statements. Express your personality with a colorful pair of socks from JK Gift Shop.
About JK Gift Shop
Need a gift for a friend or family member, or just looking to treat yourself? Find something for everyone at JK Gift Shop. Owners (and sisters) Julie McNabb and Katie Heinz travel to all the top markets and trade shows to source the unique selection of housewares, jewelry, and other gift items found in their delightful shop.
Contact and Hours
330.725.7623
Monday - Saturday: !0 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Kent/Stow: A Smoothie
Kwench Juice Cafe
100 E. Erie St., Suite 126, Kent, OH 44240
Want a simple and tasty way to add nutrients to your diet? Head to Kwench Juice Cafe for your free smoothie.
About Kwench Juice Cafe
It's hard to believe the delicious products at Kwench Juice Cafe are packed full of vitamins, fiber, and other vital nutrients. In addition to smoothies, freshly-squeezed juices, and açai bowls, the cafe offers a selection of sandwiches and wraps.
Contact and Hours
330.302.1682
Monday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
A Year Full of Gifts
Thanks to our partnership with LoLo Gifts, every month is a holiday! Just contact your Cutler Real Estate agent to get started.
30
Say Farewell to 2022 With These 8 LoLo Gifts
Out with the old, in with the new. Say farewell to 2022 with December's great assortment of freebies from Cutler Real Estate and LoLo Gifts. These monthly offers are a perfect way to introduce you to our region's amazing array of local small businesses.
So what's on the list for December? How about coffee and a pastry in Northeast Ohio, a live plant in Columbus, and a $10 certificate for baked goods in Cincinnati, for starters?
December Gifts:
Cincinnati: $10 Certificate
The BonBonerie
2030 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45208
View this post on Instagram
Will you sit and enjoy a delicious pastry or pick one up to eat on the go? There's no wrong way to use your $10 certificate from The BonBonerie.
About The BonBonerie
Childhood memories inspired Sharon Butler and Mary Pat Pace to open The BonBonerie. For 40 years, they've been turning out incredible baked goods such as eclairs, macarons, and cupcakes. The BonBonerie also serves salads, sandwiches, quiches, and other savory items that are perfect for a relaxing lunch inside the cafe and tearoom.
Contact and Hours
513.321.3399
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cleveland: Coffee & Pastry
Gypsy Beans
6425 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102
Ordering coffee is a bit more complicated than it was in your grandparents' day. Fortunately, the friendly and knowledgeable baristas can help you choose the coffee to go with your pastry at Gypsy Beans.
About Gypsy Beans
Drinking coffee at Gypsy Beans will take you on a figurative trip around the world. Their signature Passport Lattes range from The Berlin, made with caramel, chocolate, and pralines, to Antarctica, featuring vanilla and mint. Pair your drink of choice with a breakfast sandwich, gourmet panini, or fresh salad.
Contact and Hours
216.939.9009
Monday - Sunday: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wooster: A Tea or Shake
Wooster Nutrition
137 N. Market St., Wooster, OH 44691
View this post on Instagram
Good health never tasted so wonderful. Whether you want to jump-start your day or get a quick afternoon pickup, get a burst of energy with your tea or shake from Wooster Nutrition.
About Wooster Nutrition
What makes the beverages at Wooster Nutrition so good for you? They include added protein, vitamins, and minerals that provide health benefits while still letting the yummy flavors shine through. Ordering is simplified with a card that allows you to check off all your desired options, and the cheerful staff members are always ready to help.
Contact and Hours
330.804.0139
Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Kent/Stow: A Pint
North Water Brewing Co.
101 Crain Ave., Kent, OH 44240
Find out why The Beer Connoisseur ranks Ohio in the top 10 states for craft brews. Unwind with friends over your free pint of beer from North Water Brewing Co.
About North Water Brewing Co.
The names alone make it hard to choose among the creative beers at North Water Brewing Co. There's Electric Owl, made with molten lava chocolate cake coffee beans, and Abolitionist, a coconut brown ale with notes of cacao and vanilla. Burn some calories each Saturday at 8 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. with Yoga & Brew. The $15 fee includes two beer tastings or a cup of coffee.
Contact and Hours
330.778.4677
Monday: 4 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday: 4 - 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 1 - 11 p.m.
Sunday: 1 - 8 p.m.
Columbus: A Plant
Yelo Aple
78 Parsons Ave., Columbus, OH 43215
View this post on Instagram
Plants do more than just look good. Did you know that many houseplants can improve the quality of indoor air? Go green with your free plant from Yelo Aple.
About Yelo Aple
What's in a name? For Yelo Aple, pronounced "yellow apple," it symbolizes their philosophy. Everything began with an apple in the Garden of Eden, and yellow is associated with optimism, happiness, and creativity. No time to shop? Just select your plants on their website, and they'll deliver them to your home.
Contact and Hours
614.929.5280
Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
Medina: A Beer Flight
Akronym Brewing Public House
5121 Buehlers Dr., Medina, OH 44256
Akronym Brewing Public House puts a contemporary spin on the traditional taverns of the United Kingdom. Sample their award-winning craft beers with a free flight that will have you coming back for more.
About Akronym Brewing Public House
Even as the founders were opening Akronym Brewing in 2018, they knew they wanted to expand to a spacious and inviting gastropub. September 2022 brought the debut of Akronym Brewing Public House, a 7,000-square-foot facility with a 500-square-foot patio. All food, down to the house BBQ and hot sauces, is made from scratch onsite.
Contact and Hours
330.952.1112
Monday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Akron: A Beer Flight
Akronym Brewing Taphouse
58 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44308
View this post on Instagram
Want to decompress after a tough day at work or catch up with good friends? Your free beer flight from Akronym Brewing Taphouse is a great start for either activity.
About Akronym Brewing Taphouse
The name of Akronym Brewing Taphouse is a clever take on marketing acronyms as well as a display of the taproom's dedication to the Akron community. Brunch is served every Sunday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., and special events include trivia nights and sports viewing parties.
Contact and Hours
330.805.4081
Monday - Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. - midnight
Saturday: Noon - midnight
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Canton: Buckeyes
Waggoner Chocolates
1281 S. Main St., North Canton, OH 44720
Is there anything more iconic in Ohio than buckeyes? Few things are better than the free peanut butter buckeyes you can get from Waggoner Chocolates.
About Waggoner Chocolates
Family-owned Waggoner Chocolates carries on the tradition started by grandparents Harry and Iola Campbell in 1954. Today, the company manufactures more than 100 types of bulk and individually-wrapped candies, including sea salt caramels, turtles, and real fruit gummies.
Contact and Hours
888.591.9842
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
A Year of Freebies
Why not put us on your list of New Year's resolutions? Start by contacting your Cutler Real Estate agent to sign up for our monthly offering of free gifts.
16
The Nutcracker: 8 Places to See It Around Ohio
People around the world love going out to see a performance of The Nutcracker at Christmastime. Whether it's a yearly tradition for your family or something you've always wanted to experience, you don't have to go far from home to see a performance of this classic ballet.
From high-production traditional versions to newer interpretations, there are so many places around Ohio where you can see a live performance of The Nutcracker this Christmas. Let's look at a few of the most popular in greater detail below.
The Nutcracker at the Ohio Theater
39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Every year around Christmas, the Ohio Theater hosts the talented artists of Ohio's BalletMet for a series of performances of The Nutcracker. This year, shows will run from December 8 all the way up to Christmas Eve. This production is extremely well-crafted, boasting gorgeous sets and visual effects as well as world-class dancing from the BalletMet's company dancers and students. With more than two weeks' worth of performances in Columbus' premier theater, you're sure to be able to fit one into your busy holiday schedule.
My First Nutcracker at the Ohio Theater
39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215
View this post on Instagram
Yes, you read that right: The Ohio Theater offers an additional performance of The Nutcracker. This time, it's a special performance called My First Nutcracker, taking place on December 22 at 11 a.m. This show is a slightly abridged version of the full BalletMet version designed to make the experience better for families with young children and people with disabilities like autism. The shorter 1-hour performance time, smaller crowds, dimmed house lights, and quieter music all help make this version much easier for kids to sit through. If your kids do get antsy, audience members are invited to get up and move around during the performance or even leave the theatre if they need to.
The Nutty Nutcracker
182 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308
Looking for a laugh or two this Christmas? On December 2 at 7 p.m., the Akron Civic Theatre will be hosting a performance of The Nutty Nutcracker, a parody version of the classic show. This production is an adults-only campy comedy that still showcases plenty of excellent ballet dancing. It turns the elegant timelessness of the original on its head in a way that veteran Nutcracker fans are sure to appreciate, and if nothing else, it's great for a fun, lighthearted night out during a hectic holiday season.
The Akron Nutcracker
198 Hill Street, Akron, OH 44325
View this post on Instagram
The University of Akron's Dance Institute is partnering with the Verb Ballet's company dancers for a repeat performance of last year's hit new show, The Akron Nutcracker. This adapted version of the original aims to tell the classic story within a recreation of the Akron of the 1930s, complete with iconic local landmarks like Polsky's Department Store and the Stan Hywet estate. This limited-run Northeast Ohio show is being performed Dec. 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. each evening, so it's a great family activity to help you build up to the big day.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
500 Lakeside Avenue East, Cleveland, OH 44114
If you want to see a world-class production of The Nutcracker right here in Ohio, check out this year's performance of Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet on Saturday, December 10 at the Cleveland Public Auditorium Music Hall. This year marks the 30th anniversary of this adaptation of the classic ballet, and its goals of spreading world peace and harmony are more important now than ever. Come see the artistry of some of Ukraine's top ballet dancers as they bring this dazzling show to life – it's an experience you'll never forget.
The Nutcracker at Cincinnati Music Hall
1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
View this post on Instagram
A yearly staple at the Cincinnati Music Hall, The Nutcracker is arguably the most popular show performed by the Cincinnati Ballet. It's a great excuse to watch some of Ohio's most talented dancers practice their craft. And because it's so popular, you can expect high production values that will make the experience even more worthwhile. This year's performances run from December 15 all the way up to Christmas Eve, so find a free day on your calendar and book your tickets!
Nutcracker Hot Chocolate
650 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Telling a familiar story from a new perspective is a great way to make it feel fresh and current again. On December 9 and 10, the Aronoff Center for the Arts will be hosting Nutcracker Hot Chocolate, a modernized version of The Nutcracker that has been adapted to showcase African American performers and culture. Acclaimed dance icon Debbie Allen created the show in 2008 to help inspire young dancers of color to keep pursuing their dreams. It's won a bevy of awards since then and continues to be a favorite of families everywhere.
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
317 East 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
View this post on Instagram
The Nutcracker may be traditionally staged as a ballet, but who says it has to be? The Hip Hop Nutcracker reimagines this classic show as a thrilling hip-hop dance exhibition that is sure to make you think about Tchaikovsky's music in a whole new way. This touring performance will be stopping in Cincinnati for a show at the Taft Theatre on December 1 from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. The tour features rapper Kurtis Blow as the show's MC, as well as a full troupe of talented artists dancing on a set that recreates modern-day New York City with gorgeous graffiti lighting effects.
Dreaming of Christmas
Which of these exciting performances of The Nutcracker will you be seeing this holiday season?
The Cutler Real Estate® word mark is a registered trademark owned by Cutler and Associates, Inc.
Privacy Policy / DMCA Notice / ADA Accessibility
