The Rialto Theatre

The Rialto Theatre

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Akron's Premier Live Music Venue. Run by Musicians for Musicians and Music Fans. The theatre and its marquee graced the boulevard on the south side.

"Colors we share paint the world more brightly…
Music we celebrate show the heart more clearly"
-Poet THE RIALTO THEATRE
In the teen years of the 1900s, Akron had its own Rialto Theatre. The word “rialto’ is borrowed from the Italians as a good name for a place where people go for marketing and entertainment. For over forty years, our Rialto was loved by the local residents as its neighborhood ga

08/07/2026

TOMORROW RAIN OR SHINE!
August 7 Kenmore First Friday from 6pm-9pm along Kenmore Boulevard between 13th and 15th streets. Free parking is available in public parking lots and along side streets.

🎶 6:00 PM // Ben Gage Trio
🎵 7:30 PM // Hunter Skeens And The Forerunners
🎤Youth Stage programmed by Artists Making Progress and sponsored by Akron Children's
🧒Kids Zone
🧘 Quiet Space & Nursing Mothers Room at the Kenmore Branch Library
🛍️ Vendors
🍺 Beer Garden
🚚 Food trucks include:
Five Star Asian Grill
RaK's BBQ
The Frosty Gator
Taco Veloz
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Fiesta Lemonades

Map and schedule can be found here: https://www.betterkenmore.org/events/

Photos from The Rialto Theatre's post 08/04/2026

Another stacked week at the Rialto. 👀🎶

🍀 Tuesday (8/4)
6:30–9 PM • Irish Jam Session

✍️ Wednesday (8/5)
6:30–9 PM • Angry Cow Poetry featuring Arrie Lane & PTHAPoet

🎸 Thursday (8/6)
5–6:30 PM • Jim Ballard’s First Thursday in the Living Room
7–10 PM • Rachel Osherow & The Hangout with special guest JT’s Spark Trio

🎵 Friday (8/7)
5–7 PM • Glenn Sonoda & Special Guests in the Living Room
7–10 PM • Talk Less featuring Cats Eat Dogs

📼 Saturday (8/8)
7–10 PM • I ❤️ the ’90s Night! Local musicians are taking on all your favorite ’90s hits, so come ready to sing every word.

Whether you’re here to discover your next favorite band, catch up with friends, or just hang out with a drink in hand, we’ve got you covered all week long.

See ya at the Rialto. 🤘

Photos from The Rialto Theatre's post 07/28/2026

🚨 WEEKEND PLANS? We got ’em. 🚨

From stripped down songwriter sets to a Saturday night concert that’ll have you singing every word, the Rialto is where you want to be this week.

🎤 THURSDAY • Marcus Waine • Grace Oddo • Logan Asher

🎸 FRIDAY • Luke Wiggins • Dale Blankenship • Zach Angeloni

✨ SATURDAY
🛋️ 5–7 PM • Molly Conrad in the Living Room
🎶 7–10 PM • Hit Playback Concert by Jim Ballard & The Strangs featuring Austin Walkin’ Cane

Good music. Good people. Cold drinks. No bad seats.

Who’s coming? 👇 Tag your concert crew!

Luke Wiggins Logan Asher ೃ࿔* grace ❀⋆. Marcus Waine Austin Walkin' Cane Jim Ballard Molly Conrad Zach Angeloni Dale Blankenship

07/21/2026

Another week. Another stacked lineup.

Tuesday | 7/22
6:30–10 PM • Swing Dancing

Wednesday | 7/23
7–10 PM • DaisyPusher • Highland Grove • Daniel Rylander • Britney Redpath

Thursday | 7/24
5–6:30 PM • Wylie Green (Fourth Fridays – Living Room)
7–10 PM • Velvet Gentleman • Riley Burke • Rustic Skies

Friday | 7/25
5–7 PM • Terry Lilley
7–10 PM • Super Culture • Akronauts

Whether you’re here to dance, discover a new favorite band, or just hang out for a while, we’ve got you covered this week!
Asa Pilbeam Daniel Rylander Britney Redpath Wylie Green Velvet Gentlemen Riley Burke Rustic Skies

Photos from The Rialto Theatre's post 07/15/2026

🎤 COMEDY OPEN MIC w/ Special Music Guest

Wednesday, July 15 | 7–10 PM

😂 Ready for a night full of laughs and live music? Join us for Comedy Open Mic featuring a special musical guest! Whether you’re taking the stage or cheering from the crowd, it’s the perfect midweek night out.

🎟️ Free admission • Full bar • Great vibes

🎸 Emerging Sounds ft. Your Shrapnel Caress / Remnants / Modern Hubris

Thursday, July 16 | 7–10 PM

⚡ Discover your next favorite band! Emerging Sounds brings together Your Shrapnel Caress, Remnants, and Modern Hubris for an unforgettable night of original live music.

Come support local artists, enjoy great drinks, and experience the energy of live music at the Rialto.

🎶 Britney Redpath in the Rialto Living Room

Friday, July 17 | 5–7 PM

Start your Friday with an intimate performance by Britney Redpath in the cozy Rialto Living Room.

Unwind after work with live music, handcrafted drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.

🎻 The Tenants / Roots Music Trio / Dust Bowl Faeries / Mudhouse Duo

Friday, July 17 | 7–10:30 PM

🎵 One incredible night. Four amazing acts.

Experience an evening filled with folk, roots, Americana, and unforgettable performances from:
• The Tenants
• Roots Music Trio
• Dust Bowl Faeries
• Mudhouse Duo

Bring your friends and celebrate live music with us!

🎼 Jeff Smith & Rusty Pugh – HB Blues!

Saturday, July 18 | 5–7 PM

🎶 Kick off your Saturday with the soulful sounds of Jeff Smith & Rusty Pugh as they bring the blues to the Rialto.

Great music, great drinks, and the perfect way to ease into the weekend.

🤘 The Voodoo Child / Tundra Tuxedo

Saturday, July 18 | 7–10 PM

🔥 Saturday night gets loud!

Don’t miss The Voodoo Child and Tundra Tuxedo for an evening packed with high-energy live music and unforgettable performances.

Grab your friends, order your favorite drink, and spend your Saturday night at the Rialto!

Photos from The Rialto Theatre's post 07/07/2026

Looking for something to do this week?
The Rialto has a little bit of everything!

Tuesday • Irish Jam Session (6:30 Looking for something to do this week? The Rialto has a little bit of everything!

Tuesday • Irish Jam Session (6:30 - 9 PM)
Wednesday • Swing Dancing (6:30 - 10 PM)
Thursday • Blue Radio, Hywater & I’d Like To Go Home Now (7 - 10 PM)
Friday • Glenn Sonoda & Special Guests in the Rialto Living Room (5 - 7 PM)
Saturday • Lunar Sun Theatrics presents Categorical Nonsense Vol. 1 (1 - 10 PM)

Whether you’re into live music, dancing, or catching a fun show, it’s a great week to stop by.

Hope to see some familiar faces!

07/04/2026

HAPPY FOURTH! 🇺🇸🎆

In observation of Independence Day, The Rialto Theatre will be closed.

Wishing everyone a happy, fun, and safe holiday.

See you all soon.

❤️

07/04/2026

Next up.. The Rialto Theatre with Super Culture and Lovely Weather! Saturday July 25.

Photos from The Rialto Theatre's post 07/01/2026

🎉 Hey, freeennnssss! We’ve got another fun week lined up at the Rialto, and we’d love to see your smiling faces! ❤️

Monday (6/29) • The Sullivan Sisters • The Wayfarers • Hunter Skeens & The Forerunners | 7 - 10 PM
Wednesday (7/1) • Angry Cow Poetry featuring Drae Day | 6:30 - 9 PM
Thursday (7/2) • Jim Ballard’s First Thursday in the Rialto Living Room | 5 - 7 PM
Thursday Night (7/2) • Navigale • Rustic Skies • Chad Baker | 7 - 10 PM
Friday (7/3) • Dear Messenger • Sundiver • The Davelles | 7 - 10 PM

Jim Ballard SUNDIVER Dear Messenger Chad Baker Rustic Skies Navingale Keith Allison

Photos from The Rialto Theatre's post 06/23/2026

💃 SWING DANCING @ THE RIALTO
📅 Wednesday, June 24
⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Grab your dancing shoes and hit the floor!

🎸 FOURTH FRIDAYS WITH WYLIE GREEN
📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Kick off your weekend with live tunes in the Rialto Living Room. Wylie Green

🌈 PUNKS FOR PRIDE BENEFIT SHOW
📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Featuring: Wednesday Demonstration • Pretty Pretty Awful • Gosinicc • Skeleton Drive • Girl In The Shade
Support Pride and rock out with an incredible lineup! 🤘🏳️‍🌈

🎤 DAN HOLT
📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
An evening of great music and good company.

🌺 THE LOVE GARDEN PRESENTS: A NIGHT IN BLOOM
✨ The Language of Color ✨
📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Immerse yourself in a vibrant night of art, music, color, and connection.

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1000 Kenmore Boulevard
Akron, OH
44314

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 11pm
Thursday 5pm - 11pm
Friday 5pm - 11pm
Saturday 5pm - 11pm