Lock 3

Lock 3
Location	Akron, Ohio
Address	200 S. Main St, Akron, OH 44308
Opened
Closed
Capacity	“≈ 550 (chairs near pavilion) / lawn & general-admission variable”
Primary genres	Various (concerts, festivals, community events)
Owner(s)	City of Akron
Operator	City of Akron / Lock 3 management
Website	https://lock3live.com

Lock 3 is a public outdoor venue and park space in downtown Akron, Ohio, hosting concerts, festivals, and community events each year.

Overview

Lock 3 is located at 200 S. Main Street in downtown Akron, adjacent to the Akron Civic Theatre.<ref> Lock 3, Downtown Akron Partnership. Retrieved 2025-12-03.

</ref> The venue operates as part of the city’s public-space offerings, providing family-friendly entertainment, summer concerts, festivals, and seasonal activities.<ref> Lock 3, City of Akron. Retrieved 2025-12-03.

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Facilities and Capacity

The main performance area (the pavilion) offers seating for approximately 550 reserved chairs. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} Additional seating consists of lawn or general-admission space, accommodating variable crowds depending on the event.

Activities and Events

Lock 3 hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year — from summer concerts and festivals to winter holiday displays and seasonal community activities. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} Recent years have seen a renovation under the “Lock 3 Vision Plan,” aiming to develop the space as a year-round destination for residents, visitors, and those using the nearby canal and towpath trail. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

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