About this Location

Facility Overview

The Kress Lot is a centrally positioned open-air surface parking facility situated in the historic commercial heart of Downtown Youngstown at 111 W Federal Street. Named after the historic footprint of the classic S.H. Kress & Co. property, this paved surface lot offers clean, accessible ground-level parking right in the middle of Youngstown\'s revitalized central business district. Because the lot is an open surface facility without overhead clearance restrictions, it comfortably accommodates a wide range of personal and commercial vehicles, including standard sedans, compact cars, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and high-roof passenger or trade vans that cannot navigate low-clearance downtown parking decks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated directly along West Federal Street, the Kress Lot provides prime walkability to Youngstown\'s top arts, entertainment, cultural, and governmental landmarks:

DeYor Performing Arts Center & Powers Auditorium: Located just a 2-minute walk (less than 0.1 miles) away, making this lot one of the most convenient staging grounds for symphonies, broadway tours, and theater events.
Covelli Centre: Approximately 0.4 miles away (an easy 8- to 10-minute stroll), ideal for Youngstown Phantoms hockey games, major touring concerts, and family shows.
Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre & Raymond John Wean Park: About an 8-minute walk (0.4 miles) south, offering hassle-free access to summer concerts, food festivals, and community celebrations along the Mahoning River.
Downtown Dining & Nightlife: Direct doorstep access to West Federal Street\'s vibrant corridor of pubs, bistros, and restaurants, including Bistro 1907 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Avalon Downtown Pizzeria, and local taprooms.
Civic & Legal Centers: Within a 3- to 5-minute walk of the Mahoning County Courthouse, Youngstown City Hall, and the Thomas D. Lambros Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse.
Youngstown State University (YSU): Located approximately 0.5 miles to the north, reachable within a 10- to 12-minute walk, providing spillover parking for campus events and guest lectures.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The Kress Lot features clear curb cuts and smooth vehicular ingress and egress directly from West Federal Street, with secondary access points facilitating fluid circulation. Its central location allows drivers to quickly exit the downtown core after concerts or hockey matches without facing the gridlock typical of garage ramps. The lot is conveniently positioned near major highway arterials, providing rapid access to the Himrod Expressway (US-62), I-680, and SR-711. Transit commuters benefit from proximity to the Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) Federal Station multimodal transfer center, situated only two blocks west, linking the facility to local and regional bus routes.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Layout: Unobstructed vertical headroom suitable for high-profile vehicles, roof racks, and utility vans.
Paved Surface & Striping: Standard-width marked parking bays, including clearly identified accessible (ADA) spaces.
Lighting & Visibility: Ground-level lighting providing evening visibility and clear sightlines across the lot.
Self-Service Digital Payment: Convenient on-site mobile payment or pay-by-plate options for hourly, daily, and special event rates.
Pedestrian Friendly: Direct step-out access to wide, well-maintained downtown sidewalks along West Federal Street.

Ideal For

Theater & Concert Attendees: Patrons visiting DeYor Performing Arts Center, Powers Auditorium, and the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre.
Arena Sports Fans: Visitors heading to hockey games, wrestling matches, or arena shows at Covelli Centre.
Downtown Commuters & Jurors: Employees, attorneys, jurors, and visitors with business at the Mahoning County Courthouse, Youngstown City Hall, or federal offices.
Evening Diners & Weekend Socializers: Guests enjoying downtown Youngstown\'s bars, breweries, and casual eateries.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During major arena concerts at the Covelli Centre or sold-out theater nights at DeYor, surrounding surface parking fills rapidly; arriving 30 to 45 minutes ahead of curtain or puck drop ensures your choice of space. If visiting for courthouse business or morning appointments, arriving before 8:30 AM provides the smoothest entry and parking selection. Keep an eye out for event-rate signage on arena dates, as flat event pricing may replace standard hourly meters during peak weekend occasions.