About this Location

Facility Overview

The Court Ave & 2nd St. South Parking Lot is a centrally positioned, open-air surface parking facility situated in the heart of Downtown Canton, Ohio. Located at 177 2nd St SW, on the corner of 2nd Street SW and Court Avenue SW, this paved lot offers convenient vehicular accommodation directly adjacent to Stark County’s municipal and judicial complexes. Because the lot is an open-air surface facility with no overhead clearance deck, it offers unrestricted vertical clearance, making it an excellent parking choice not only for standard sedans, compacts, and crossovers, but also for lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, commercial service vans, and vehicles equipped with roof cargo boxes or bicycle racks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking lot places drivers within immediate walking distance of downtown Canton’s premier civic, dining, entertainment, and cultural destinations. Key nearby points of interest include:

Stark County Courthouse & Family Court: Located mere steps away, offering the closest convenient parking for legal professionals, jurors, and visitors attending court sessions or county business.
Canton City Hall: Situated just one block north, ideal for attending municipal meetings or conducting civic administration.
Centennial Plaza: A brief 3-minute stroll (approx. 0.2 miles) northeast, hosting seasonal concerts, outdoor movie nights, community rallies, and Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement festival events.
Canton Palace Theatre: Located approximately 5 blocks north along Market Avenue, this historic 1926 atmospheric theater hosts year-round live performances, classic movie screenings, and concerts.
Downtown Canton Arts District: Walking distance to numerous independent restaurants, craft breweries, art galleries, and the popular monthly Canton First Friday community celebrations.
Cultural Center for the Arts & Canton Museum of Art: Located approximately 0.6 miles north along Market Avenue.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress to the lot are simple and efficient, featuring direct curb-cut driveway access along 2nd Street SW and Court Avenue SW. Navigating into the lot is straightforward from major regional thoroughfares: it lies just blocks north of US Route 30 and minutes east of Interstate 77 (via the Tuscarawas Street or 13th Street exits). Public transit users benefit from close proximity to the Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA) Cornerstone Transit Center, located only a few blocks south, facilitating seamless bus transfers across the greater Canton and Stark County metropolitan region.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous headroom with zero height restrictions, accommodating high-roof vans, tall trucks, and rooftop accessories.
Clear Striping & Wide Bays: Distinctly marked single-stall spaces designed for straightforward maneuvering and safe parking.
Nighttime Illumination: Overhead lighting poles covering the parking surface for visibility and safety during evening visits.
Convenient Payment Options: On-site payment signage and digital mobile payment support via popular parking applications or automated pay station kiosks.
Designated Accessible Spaces: ADA-compliant parking stalls marked close to street sidewalks for smooth pedestrian access.

Ideal For

Jurors and Legal Professionals: Quick access to Stark County Courthouse, Canton Municipal Court, and neighboring attorney offices.
Civic Visitors & Commuters: Convenient daily parking for personnel and visitors heading to Canton City Hall and Stark County agency offices.
Event & Festival Attendees: Convenient parking option when attending gatherings at Centennial Plaza, Canton Palace Theatre shows, or First Friday art walks.
Downtown Diners and Shoppers: Effortless hourly access to local eateries, coffee shops, and downtown retail spots.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During weekday mornings, especially on peak court trial days, the lot tends to experience steady commuter traffic, so early arrival before 8:30 AM is recommended for optimal stall selection. If attending large downtown gatherings such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame festival weeks or First Friday festivities, arrive early as surrounding street spaces fill quickly. Always check posted rates and lot signage upon arrival to enter your license plate correctly at the pay kiosk or within the mobile parking application.