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Summit Metro Parks Foundation is excited to bring back the world-class Wild & Scenic Film Festival to Akron to celebrate the beauty of nature and the importance of conservation. All proceeds will benefit the Summit Metro Parks Foundation’s work in supporting the park district’s mission to conserve, sustainably manage, and value natural resources for the health and enjoyment of our community, and inspire people to connect with nature through clean and safe parks.
Join us at either the 2 p.m. or 6 p.m. showing to celebrate nature and be inspired! Can't join us on the 8th? Purchase a virtual ticket and we will send you a link to view the films between February 8 and 14 at your location. All showings will have the same collection of films.
The 120-minute compilation will feature family-friendly, inspiring stories from around the US and the world.
Purchasing your tickets ahead of time is recommended as both showings are anticipated to sell out. Tickets can only be purchased through this website and are not available at The Nightlight box office. There is no selection of seating within the theater. Handicapped seating is available, please contact us in advance. Refunds will be available until Friday, January 31 at 11:59 pm.
The films will be shown at The Nightlight (30 N. High St., Akron), an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit movie theater dedicated to connecting our community through the shared cinema experience.
Parking can be found on surrounding streets as well as within the High Street Parking Garage.
The theater will open 30 minutes before showtimes for concessions and drinks. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
South Yuba River Citizens League’s Wild & Scenic Film Festival inspires environmental activism and a love for nature–through film. Wild & Scenic shares an urgent call to action, encouraging festival-goers to learn more about what they can do to save our threatened planet.
National sponsors of the Wild & Scenic Film Festival include: HHMI Tangled Bank Studios, Earthjustice, Sierra Nevada, Nia Impact Capital, American Rivers.
Summit Metro Parks Foundation
Summit Metro Parks Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established in 1991 to help donors create a lasting legacy by supporting the goals and mission of the park district. The Foundation offers long-term continuity and steadfastness, helping to create and maintain our thriving park district. The Foundation not only funds ongoing work for trails and physical facilities, but we also help park visitors engage by supporting these capital projects, conservation work and educational programs.
2025 Sponsor
Thank you to our 2025 event sponsors!
