FAQ/ Contact Us
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Location
200 S. Main St
Akron, OH 44308
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Contact Us
Phone: 330-375-2877
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Frequently Asked Questions
YES! The Lock 3, Cleveland Clinic Akron General Stage will be temporarily relocated behind the previous stage, next to the Akron Civic Theatre. Enter from W. Bowery St. Location Map
You’ll find several convenient parking decks and metered parking spaces around Lock 3. Location Map
The closest parking deck is the State Street Deck located at 51 W. State St. Other nearby parking decks also include:
The city has HANDICAP PARKING in the State Street deck and the Cascade Plaza deck. For State street exit out level P2 to State Street follow the sidewalk west to Water Street and then north on Water street to the backyard site. Cascade take the elevators to the Cascade Plaza level and exit to Bowery Street and follow Bowery Street down to the site.
You can also find additional downtown Akron parking details here.
(Thanks, Downtown Akron Partnership!)
The closest parking deck is the State Street Deck located at 51 W. State St. Other nearby parking decks also include:
- Summit County Deck (200 S. High St.)
- Cascade Deck (10 W. Mill St.)
- CitiCenter Deck (132 S. High St.)
The city has HANDICAP PARKING in the State Street deck and the Cascade Plaza deck. For State street exit out level P2 to State Street follow the sidewalk west to Water Street and then north on Water street to the backyard site. Cascade take the elevators to the Cascade Plaza level and exit to Bowery Street and follow Bowery Street down to the site.
You can also find additional downtown Akron parking details here.
(Thanks, Downtown Akron Partnership!)
YES! During events taking place at the LOCK 3 Stage on W. Bowery, motorcycle parking will be on Quaker St, enter from Ash St.
METRO has put together some information to make your trip a smooth one. We encourage visitors to download the Moovit App or visit AkronMetro.org to plan your trip to Lock 3.
Also check out DASH–downtown Akron's free weekday shuttle service!
The DASH runs every 10 minutes from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and every 15 minutes from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. It is a loop route that travels in a circle from our Transit Center, around downtown and to The University of Akron. Did we mention it's free? Let's DASH!
Lock 3 concerts, movies, and festivals are free of charge in the summer.
There are fees for ice skating, other activities and events such as Breakfast with Santa and Dinner with the Grinch during Winterfest.
There are fees for ice skating, other activities and events such as Breakfast with Santa and Dinner with the Grinch during Winterfest.
Yes, please park in the deck above Lock 3 (51 State St.) and take the elevator to the basement.
Not at this time.
We accept cash, MasterCard, and Visa.
Yes! We serve an assortment of beer, wine, hard seltzers, Peppermint Schnapps, and Bailey’s.
No explorers here (lame Dora the Explorer joke, we know!). The DORA allows patrons of one of the participating restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues to carry up to 16 oz. of an open alcoholic beverage in a designated cup within the designated DORA boundaries. Find out more at downtownakron.com/explore/downtown-akron-dora
You are welcome to bring your own food to concerts. Outside alcohol is not permitted except for designated DORA cups. Water and pop must be factory sealed.
Yes, but all bags and coolers are subject to search. Outside alcohol is not permitted except for designated DORA cups. Water and pop must be factory sealed.
Yes - we have hot food, snacks and cold drinks, as well as food trucks during concerts and festivals.
Yes, contact Kim Reese Glover at kreese-glover@akronohio.gov or call 330-375-2877 to book your party or shuffleboard courts.
Here is our list of Downtown Akron eateries offering carryout and delivery options, thanks to Downtown Akron Partnership! https://www.downtownakron.com/explore/dining-update
Yes, except during concerts and festivals. Dogs must be on a leash and please clean-up after your pet to keep the park clean for everyone to enjoy.
Yes, we will have a designated area.
Yes, inside the building near The Akron Children's Museum.
For our concerts and festivals, we will have porta potties located at our temporary space.
For our concerts and festivals, we will have porta potties located at our temporary space.
Please send any band submissions to?APPLY HERE.
We open at 6 pm on concert nights. Featured opening act is at 7 pm.
Yes, we will have chairs for rent at $3 each. You are welcome to bring your own chairs to enjoy the concert.
We have open seating to bring your own chair or blanket.
Summer Season
Yes - we are rain or shine, except for Sunday Movie Series. In the case of severe weather, concerts may be delayed. Check our Facebook or website for any updates.
Winter Season
Yes - if you have made reservations online for bumper cars, etc., you may change your reservation 24 hours in advance.
Click Here to apply to be a food vendor for the 2023 summer season.
Lock 3 hosts many concerts, festivals, 5k’s, outdoor movies, and many other exciting events. We also have shuffleboard courts available for your next party! (To reserve, contact Kim Reese Glover at kreese-glover@akronohio.gov or call 330-375-2877).
Click here to find our applications tab. Food, non-food, festival, as well as entertainment applications can be found here. Job applications can also be found here if you would like to become part of our team!
It is highly recommended, especially before the first of the year, as most activities sell out. You can book in person if there is availability, but we do not set aside space for walk-ups.
Skates are available in kid sizes 11-4 and adult sizes 5-13. We do not have half sizes; it is advised to go up a size and wear heavy socks.
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Yes! They have space heaters and are sanitized between uses.
No, not at this time.