Events
UX Akron is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) user experience community. We host a variety of events supporting the UX community throughout the year.
Our events are free and open to the public, and we do not charge membership fees.
As a non-profit, we rely on donations from people in the community like you! Donations are tax-deductible, always appreciated, and help support our mission to connect, educate, and grow the UX community in Northeast Ohio. Click here to visit our Donations page.
Upcoming Events
UX + Tech Spring Mixer
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM EDT [in-person]
It’s UX + Tech Happy Hour with UX Akron!
In-person event on Wednesday, April 16th at Missing Falls Brewery.
Join UX Akron and friends at Missing Falls Brewery for a fun spring social event! Let’s hang out, meet new people, catch up with old friends, and enjoy good food and drink.
Who will be there?
AIGA Cleveland
AIGA is the professional association for design. AIGA Cleveland is committed to enhancing Northeast Ohio through engaging programs, events, and initiatives that drive positive change and foster collaboration across the creative community.
Cleveland AI and Data
The Cleveland AI & Data is dedicated to building the community and support for those interested in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data applications.
Cleveland Product Meetup
Cleveland Product is for Product enthusiasts involved with designing, building, and marketing cool technical products in Northeast Ohio.
NEOWIT
Northeast Ohio Women in Tech’s vision is to inspire women and minorities to excel and discover opportunities in the tech industry through the creation of a connected, supported community of shared resources.
We’ll be at Missing Falls Brewery in Akron, Ohio, see you there!
Food/Drink is available to order
Attendees: You are responsible for your bar tab/drink and food orders.
This is an in-person event.
Other Events of Interest
UX Akron curates events happening in the greater UX community (Akron and beyond) and shares those that may be of interest to our community. Sharing events does not imply endorsement.
UX in Real Life: Live Stream on YouTube - Gearing up for IAC25
Thursday, March 27, 2025 8:00 PM EDT
Event by: UX in Real Life
The Information Architecture Conference (IAC) is coming up in early May, and we’re getting the inside scoop now! Join us live for a conversation with Ashley Brewer, IAC25 co-chair, and Kyle Soucy, Career Center coordinator, as we talk about what’s in store for this year’s conference, why gathering in-person is critical in 2025, and how first-time attendees can make the most of their experience.
KaizenUX Rendezvous with Darren Hood
Saturday, March 29, 2025 12:15 PM to 3:00 PM EDT
Event by: KaizenUX Consulting & Education
Join KaizenUX to connect with UX professionals from all over the world for basic monthly, coffee-house styled discussion.
- Doors (online) will open at 12 noon EST.
- Pick a table to join a conversation once you enter the room.
- You can move between tables during the event.
- If a table is full, you may need to access a different table (until a spot opens).
- Consider this a safe space to talk about ANYTHING you like regarding UX
Tent Talks – Tyler Quackenbush: Bridging Design and Development: Making Agile Work for UX Teams
Monday, April 7, 2025 6:00 PM EDT
Event by: Chicago Camps
Tyler Quackenbush shares her journey from UX design to project management, offering insights on how designers can expand their roles and thrive in Agile environments. She’ll discuss the real-world challenges of integrating design into Agile workflows, the practical strategies that help teams move beyond outdated waterfall processes, and how to keep creativity alive in fast-paced iterations
