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About John S. Knight Convention Center

Located in downtown Akron, the John S. Knight Convention Center is a versatile, multi-purpose venue ideal for trade shows, conferences, and community events. Boasting approximately 123,000–129,000 square feet of total space, the center features a sizable theater, a large exhibit hall, and expansive ballroom and meeting areas. Whether you’re attending a trade show, conference, or special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining.

When you’re planning a visit, secure your seats through our trusted network, and take advantage of nearby hotel and restaurant partners to complete your trip. The Knight Center’s location at 77 E Mill St places it in easy reach of major highways I-76, I-77, and SR 8, with Akron METRO serving downtown and convenient access from the Transit Center at 631 S Broadway St. Nearby lodging includes Courtyard Akron Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Akron, with a variety of dining options to satisfy every taste. For events like consumer shows, conferences, and community gatherings, you’ll find plenty of space, modern facilities, and dependable service at this long-standing Akron venue.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 77 E Mill St, Akron, OH 44308.
  • Venue type: multi-purpose convention center / convocation center in downtown Akron.
  • Total space: approximately 123,000–129,000 square feet of total space.
  • Banquet/ballroom space: around 15,000 square feet; exhibit space around 28,000–30,000 square feet.
  • Theater capacity: about 3,700 seats.
  • Largest meeting room: about 40,318 square feet (varies by source).
  • Exhibit space: 28,000 square feet (second-floor exhibit hall) per planning sources.
  • Parking: connected Broadway Garage and a Knight Center Parking Lot (35 spaces); other city decks nearby.
  • Transit: served by Akron METRO; Transit Center at 631 S Broadway St; downtown access via major highways (I-76, I-77, SR 8).
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard Akron Downtown (about 0.4 miles away) and Hilton Garden Inn Akron (a short drive away).
  • Notable events hosted: trade shows, consumer shows, conferences, and events like the Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree Festival.
  • Renamed/demolished: no; the center remains active as the John S. Knight Center.