About this Location

Facility Overview

The 2nd & Market S Parking Lot, operated by Park ABM, is a centrally positioned open-air surface parking facility in downtown Canton, Ohio. Situated at 137 2nd St SW near the corner of Market Avenue South, this expansive lot provides seamless ground-level parking for daily commuters, court visitors, museum-goers, and event attendees. Because it is an open-sky surface lot, there are no overhead clearance restrictions, making it an outstanding choice not only for standard sedans, crossovers, and minivans, but also for full-sized pickup trucks (such as Ford F-150s and Chevy Silverados), high-roof work vans, SUVs equipped with roof boxes or bicycle racks, and dual-axle passenger vehicles.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in the heart of downtown Canton, the facility places drivers within comfortable walking distance of prime cultural, governmental, and entertainment destinations:

First Ladies National Historic Site: Just a 2-minute walk (1 block) away, encompassing the historic Saxton-McKinley House and Education Center.
Centennial Plaza: A vibrant downtown community gathering space, concert lawn, and digital videoboard pavilion located only 3 to 4 minutes north on foot.
Stark County Courthouse & Canton City Hall: Positioned within a 4-minute walk, making this lot exceptionally convenient for legal professionals, county jurors, municipal staff, and civic visitors.
Canton Palace Theatre: Historic 1926 atmospheric theater hosting films, concerts, and live productions, situated about 6 blocks north (an 8- to 10-minute stroll up Market Avenue).
Downtown Canton Arts District: Home to bustling galleries, local breweries, artisan cafes, and the renowned First Friday block celebrations, accessible within a 5- to 8-minute walk.
Pro Football Hall of Fame: Located approximately 3.5 miles northwest, offering a stress-free downtown parking anchor before catching regional rideshares or shuttles during the annual Enshrinement Festival.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting the 2nd & Market S lot is straightforward. Drivers can access the lot directly from 2nd Street SW or Court Avenue SW, allowing smooth ingress even during peak morning arrival windows. The downtown grid offers quick dispersal onto major arterials, including Market Avenue (Ohio State Route 43), Tuscarawas Street (Route 172), and direct connections to US Route 30 and Interstate 77 (Exits 105 and 106) located less than five minutes away.

For public transit users, the property is situated just three blocks west of the Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA) Cornerstone Transit Center, offering direct regional bus connections across Canton, Stark County, and connecting express routes to Akron and Cleveland.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous maneuvering aisles with unhindered vertical clearance accommodating high-profile and commercial vehicles.
Convenient Self-Pay Options: Contactless mobile payment integration alongside on-site automated payment kiosks supporting major credit and debit cards.
Dedicated Accessible Stalls: ADA-compliant parking stalls marked with clear signage and level access directly connecting to downtown pedestrian sidewalks.
Illuminated Grounds: Well-lit lot perimeters for enhanced visibility and pedestrian comfort during evening theater performances and weekend events.
Central Downtown Access: Avoids congested multi-story parking ramp spirals, allowing quick pull-in parking and immediate post-event departures.

Ideal For

Jurors and Legal Visitors: Anyone with business at the Stark County Courthouse, Stark County Family Court, or local municipal offices.
Downtown Diners and Evening Eventgoers: Patrons attending film screenings at the Palace Theatre, seasonal gatherings at Centennial Plaza, or local dining along Market Avenue.
Daily Commuters: Professionals working in downtown corporate headquarters, banking institutions, and local government offices.
First Friday Attendees: Visitors exploring Canton’s vibrant monthly arts, culinary, and live music street festivals.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When visiting for high-attendance downtown gatherings—such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival, Canton Blues Fest, or First Friday—plan to arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure a prime stall close to the exit lanes. Keep your vehicle license plate number handy when paying at the kiosk or via mobile application, and take note of posted event-rate notices during special municipal happenings.