Saturday, January 6, 2024 | 1:00 PM
EJ Thomas Performing Arts Hall
198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, 44325
Join us for a landmark event in Akron's history: the swearing-in of our 63rd Mayor, Shammas Malik. This special ceremony will also feature Mayor Malik's inaugural address, along with speeches from notable local leaders and musical performances. Be a part of this historic moment and witness the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Akron!
Schedule
1:00 PM Performances by Hearts for Music & Akron Symphony Orchestra Gospel Choir
1:45 PM Presentation of Colors, Pledge, National Anthem, Prayer
2:00 PM Guest Remarks
2:25 PM Performance of "A Change is Gonna Come" by Carla Davis & Lauren Marsh
2:30 PM Swearing-In & Remarks by Mayor Shammas Malik
Accessibility Features
Sensory Bags: Provided by the Accessibility Library for guests with sensory sensitivities.
Interpretation Services: Limited headsets available for Spanish and Nepali. Contact Kelly McHood at kelly@togetherforakron.com for reservations.
Parking
Locations: EJ Thomas Parking Deck, Lot #27, and Lot #26 - North Campus Parking Deck.
Notes: First-come, first-served basis.
Driving Directions
From the North
(Cuyahoga Falls/East Cleveland)
Route 8 South. Exit Buchtel Avenue/Carroll Street. Turn right onto Buchtel Avenue. Follow Buchtel Avenue until you reach Thomas Hall and the various parking decks and lots located adjacent to the Hall.
From the West
(Montrose, Summit Mall, Medina, and West Cleveland)
Follow I-76 east (I-77 south) to exit 23B (Cuyahoga Falls), which is for Ohio 8 north. On Ohio 8 north, take the first exit (Exit 1A) for Carroll Street and Buchtel Avenue. Go past Carroll Street. Turn left onto Buchtel Avenue. Follow Buchtel Avenue until you reach Thomas Hall and the various parking decks and lots located adjacent to the Hall.
From the East
(Youngstown)
I-76 West to Route 8 North. Exit Buchtel Avenue/Carroll Street. Turn left at the second light which is Buchtel Avenue. Follow Buchtel Avenue until you reach Thomas Hall and the various parking decks and lots located adjacent to the Hall.
From the South
(Canton)
I-77 North to Route 8 North. Exit Buchtel Avenue/Carroll Street. Turn left at the second light which is Buchtel Avenue. Follow Buchtel Avenue until you reach Thomas Hall and the various parking decks and lots located adjacent to the Hall.