Shopping, Dining and Entertainment in Hudson

Historic downtown Hudson features a variety of shopping and dining options at First and Main, as well as the award-winning Hudson Library and Historical Society. Throughout the year, Hudson hosts events such as monthly Art Walks, the Art on the Green, Summer Music Nights, Movie Nights, the Hudson Farmers Market, Concerts on the Green, the Hudson Wine Festival, and the Hudson Holiday Walk.

Outside of downtown, shopping, dining and entertainment options abound in other areas of town. These include a movie theater, fine and casual dining, and many local businesses that provide personal and retail services.

Public Schools

Pre-K through 12th grade is offered through the Hudson City School District (HCSD), which is consistently rated among the best in the state. In 2020, US News and World Report ranked Hudson High School within the top 15 high schools in the state, with a 97% graduation rate, and a 75% participation rate in Advanced Placement (AP) classes. At other grade levels, HCSD provides a high-quality education in core academic subjects and a vibrant range of arts and athletics programs.

Private Schools and Academies

A variety of private schools also serve the community: 

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (7-12) Cuyahoga Falls

Heritage Classical Academy (PreK-5) Peninsula

Hudson Montessori School (PreK-8) Hudson

Old Trail School (PreK-8) Cuyahoga Valley

Seton Catholic School (K-8) Hudson

Walsh-Jesuit High School (9-12) Cuyahoga Falls

Western Reserve Academy (9-12) Hudson

Public Parks, Bike Trails and Golf

Nearby parks include the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, several Summit County Metroparks and facilities maintained by the City of Hudson.

NGE is located directly on the Summit County Bike and Hike Trail, which is part of a larger network of trails connecting Summit, Cuyahoga and Portage counties.