Rubber Bowl, Akron

Name: Rubber Bowl
Address: 800 George Washington Blvd, Akron, United States

#56 among attractions in Akron

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The Rubber Bowl is an abandoned and partially demolished stadium located in Akron, Ohio, that was primarily used for American football. From its opening in 1940 until 2008, it served as the home field of the Akron Zips football team of the University of Akron prior to the opening of InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field. Throughout its history, it also hosted concerts, professional football, high school football, and other events. It was named after the predominance of the tire industry in Akron. The stadium had a seating capacity of 35,202 and is located in southeastern Akron next to Akron Fulton International Airport and Derby Downs, about 6 miles southeast of downtown. ()

Opened: 1940 (84 years ago)Capacity: 35.2 thous.Coordinates: 41°2'21"N, 81°27'22"W

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800 George Washington BlvdElletAkron United States

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Rubber Bowl – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Firestone Country Club, InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field, Firestone Stadium, E. J. Thomas Hall.

3.4 miSW
Golf, Outdoor activities
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field, Akron
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3.6 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Firestone Stadium, Akron
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4.1 miNW
Nightlife, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
E. J. Thomas Hall, Akron
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4.2 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
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Church
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4.3 miNW
Church
Wesley Temple AME Church, Akron
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3.4 miNW
41°4'13"N • 81°30'28"W
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Church
St. Elia the Prophet Orthodox Church, Akron
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4.2 miNW
Neo-renaissance architecture
Summit County Courthouse, Akron
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3.9 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Akron, Akron
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