Lock 3 Park Update: July 17

Akron Civic Commons will be releasing regular "hard hat" video updates regarding the ongoing construction for the Akron Civic Commons 2.0 Lock 3 Park Project. We are excited for the transformed park to reopen in the Fall of 2024. The redevelopment of Lock 3 Park will include shaded seating, landscaped gardens, artwork, skating areas, and the world-class Maynard Performance Pavilion. Located in the center of Akron, and along the 101-mile Ohio & Erie Canalway and Towpath Trail, Lock 3 Park will be transformed into a premier park that is accessible, equitable, and welcoming for residents and visitors through the Lock 3 Vision Plan. The Lock 3 Vision Plan is a key component of the resident-led Akron Civic Commons 2.0 project that plans to build on the success of Lock 3 Park as an event, concert, and festival public space and develop a year-round park that is a destination for residents, guests, hikers, and bicyclists along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.

The reserved seating area directly in front of the Maynard Performance Pavilion is beginning to take shape, which will also serve as one of two ice skating rinks during the wintertime. The serpentine walkways are progressing across the park, which will include some benches and will be accessible for all visitors. The decking on the Frances and Richard Buchholzer Balcony is being installed around 16 newly installed trees. Project managers, partners, and community members are excited for the completion of the redeveloped Lock 3 Park this Fall.