First & Main Hosts Superhero and Princess Dress-Up Event

Family-friendly activities, character meet-and-greets, and giveaways at the downtown Akron event

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:23am

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An extremely blurred and abstracted scene of children in colorful superhero and princess costumes playing and interacting with costumed characters, captured in a soft, dreamlike wash of warm light and color.The vibrant weekend celebration of First & Main's Superhero and Princess Dress-Up event will bring joy, imagination, and community connection to downtown Akron.Akron Today

First & Main in Akron, Ohio is hosting a Dress Up! Superheroes & Princesses event on May 19th from 10 AM to 12 PM, featuring interactive activities, character meet-and-greets, and special guests like storyteller Halle Bo Bally. Families can enjoy bounce houses, vendor tables, glitter tattoos, and chances to win prizes like tickets to local attractions.

Why it matters

This free, family-friendly event kicks off a summer of fun programming at First & Main, a popular downtown Akron destination, drawing families to the area and supporting local businesses and community resources.

The details

At the Dress Up! Superheroes & Princesses event, children can meet and interact with beloved characters like Miles Morales and Princess Elsa, take photos, and participate in hands-on activities. Families can also enjoy glitter tattoos, bounce houses, vendor tables, giveaways, and more. The event features special guest Halle Bo Bally, an engaging storyteller who brings stories to life through music, singing, and movement.

  • The Dress Up! Superheroes & Princesses event will take place on May 19, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
  • This event kicks off a summer of Fun at First & Main, including a Talent Show on June 16, a Water Party Fun event on July 14, and a Back to School Bash on August 15.

The players

First & Main

A popular downtown Akron destination that is hosting a series of family-friendly events this summer.

Miles Morales

A superhero character that children can meet and interact with at the event.

Princess Elsa

A princess character that children can meet and interact with at the event.

Halle Bo Bally

An engaging storyteller who will bring stories to life through music, singing, and movement at the event.

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What’s next

Families can register for the Dress Up! Superheroes & Princesses event on the northeastohioparent.com website. By signing up, they'll have a chance to win prizes, including tickets to local attractions.

The takeaway

A vibrant celebration of childhood imagination and community connection at First & Main's Superhero and Princess Dress-Up event.