Opportunities in Akron
Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in Akron.
DEADLINE: March 15th, 2026
Ohio Mart ↗
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
The Auxiliary Board of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens invites you to apply for its 59th annual Ohio Mart, northeast Ohio’s premier invitational show of Arts and Fine Crafts, October 1 to 4, 2026. Ohio Mart is a four-day outdoor event, held under large tents, with an average of 16,000 attendees each year. Cash prizes. Early Bird Deadline: February 15, 2026
DEADLINE: March 31st, 2026
Akron Art Expo ↗
Akron Recreation & Parks
Akron Art Expo is seeking artists for their 2026 show Saturday, July 25th & Sunday, July 26th at Hardesty Park (1615 W. Market St).
DEADLINE: April 11th, 2026
Artists of Rubber City Juried Exhibition ↗
Summit Artspace
Artists of Rubber City is seeking artwork entries for its Annual Juried Exhibition from May 14 – July 11, 2026. Cash prizes. Open to Members & Non-members!
DEADLINE: June 15th, 2026
Solo and Group Exhibition Proposals 2027/2028 ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace has calls open for group exhibitions and solo exhibitions to be held between July 2027 and June 2028. They are interested in highlighting a diverse range of artistic skill sets and backgrounds as well as diverse material and critical exploration. Must be 18+ for consideration. Artists must be living in Summit County or contiguous counties. No fee to apply.
Apply for Wall Space or Monthly Display ↗
Art x Love
Local artists are invited to apply for wall space rental or a free monthly display at Art x Love's new downtown Akron studio and gallery space: Forever Changes.
Solo Exhibition Proposals ↗
Curated Storefront
Curated Storefront's Studio Program, located at the Bounce Innovation Hub building in downtown Akron, invites students or recent graduates pursuing a BFA/BA or MFA in studio art at a regional university to show their work. Proposals for exhibitions are accepted on a rolling basis. Please email katie@curatedstorefront.org for more information and to apply.