Lock 3
| Lock 3 | |
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| 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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