Greater Akron/ Summit County, OH

When in Akron, Ohio spend some quality time exploring its cultural scene. At the Akron Art Museum, view impressive collections, including a stunning display of modern art. Also, check out Akron Glass Works and see glassblowers create colorful works. In the evening, catch a performance at the Akron Civic Theatre Everyone will enjoy the nationally recognized Akron Zoo, with more than 700 animals from around the globe. Hop aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, which offers special packages throughout the year, including the popular North Pole Adventure train during the holidays. Choose a dining car or simply take a seat by the window and enjoy breathtaking scenery, impressive bridges and quaint houses while traveling through the heart of Ohio’s only national park—Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Does wine, cheese and chocolate sound like a winning combination to your reunion group? Popular local stops include Sarah’s Vineyard , The Winery at Wolf Creek and Nauti Vine . For some more culinary adventures, groups can participate in the Summit Brew Path , visit Fannie May Candies and shop for tasty treats at Grandpa’s Cheese Barn .

Something for Everyone

Sharing delicious meals is a true reunion tradition. Akron has no shortage of great eats. At MGM Northfield Park, dining isn’t the only thing on the menu. There is also a casino, shows and entertainment galore.

Explore the outdoors at Summit Metro Parks, a network of 16 parks spanning 14,000 acres and 150 miles of trails that have been developed to ensure you experience the best of nature Greater Akron has to offer. Kayak on the Portage Lakes or Ohio and Erie Canal on tours offered by Muddyfoot Kayak Tours and play a round of golf on the 18-hole J.E. Good Park

Looking for some unique shopping finds? Stroll through Greater Akron and patronize the 25 businesses that make up the New Again Akron trail for beautiful antiques and repurposed clothing and vintage jewelry.

LAKE COUNTY: WHY REUNITE HERE

• 60 group-friendly hotels plus 3 resorts, including Illinois Beach Resort – the only resort in the state that is nestled into the shimmering beaches of Lake Michigan offering its guests a unique experience

• Great Wolf Lodge Illinois boasts 414 suites and an 80,000-square-foot indoor water park

• Beautiful venues to enjoy picnic spaces, boat and bike rentals, swimming, shoreline fishing and hiking

• Six Flags Great America, one of the country’s premier theme parks, features 17 roller coasters and Hurricane Harbor Chicago waterpark

• 27 dazzling gardens in the world-famous Chicago Botanic Garden

• Gurnee Mills, Illinois’ largest indoor shopping and dining destination, also includes a theater, ice skating rink and plenty of interactive games