About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 62 is a centrally positioned, open-air surface parking facility situated at 297 S Broadway St in the vibrant heart of Downtown Akron, Ohio. Offering straightforward, ground-level vehicle access, this lot features clearly painted stalls and wide driving aisles designed for seamless maneuvering. Because it is a completely open surface lot with no low-hanging overhead decks or structural height restrictions, Lot 62 accommodates a wide array of passenger vehicles. Standard sedans, crossover utility vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, and high-roof commercial vans or conversion vehicles can park here with complete peace of mind.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located on the southern corridor of Broadway Street, Lot 62 places visitors within comfortable walking distance of major Downtown Akron entertainment, educational, and business landmarks. Key destinations nearby include:

Canal Park Stadium: Home of the Akron RubberDucks (Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians), situated just two blocks west on South Main Street (a quick 4 to 6-minute walk).
Akron Civic Theatre & Lock 3 Park: Downtown Akron’s premier cultural and open-air event spaces, hosting year-round concerts, festivals, and theatrical performances, located less than a 7-minute walk away.
The University of Akron: The western edge of the main UA campus, including administrative halls and student services, is situated roughly 5 to 10 minutes east on foot.
John S. Knight Center: Akron’s primary convention and exposition venue, located just a few blocks north along Broadway Street.
Summit County Courthouse & Government Complex: Readily accessible for legal professionals, county employees, and jurors conducting business downtown.
Downtown Dining & Nightlife: Direct pedestrian access to restaurants, microbreweries, and cafes lining South Main Street and Bowery Street.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot 62 benefits from exceptional vehicular circulation via South Broadway Street, a major arterial running through downtown. Drivers arriving from Interstate 76, Interstate 77, or Ohio State Route 8 can transition directly onto Broadway or High Street with minimal city driving. Exiting the facility post-game or after major concerts is notably smooth compared to multi-level garages that frequently experience bottlenecking at single ramp exits. For public transit users, the METRO RTA Robert K. Pfaff Transit Center is located nearby on South Broadway, providing regional bus lines and seamless connections across Summit County.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous vertical clearance with no overhead height barriers, ideal for tall vehicles, rooftop racks, and full-size trucks.
Simple Ingress & Egress: Wide curb cuts allowing easy entry and exit onto South Broadway Street.
Mobile & Digital Payment: Convenient on-site pay station support and digital mobile pay options via standard parking apps.
Dedicated Accessible Spaces: Marked ADA-compliant stalls positioned for easy curb and sidewalk access.
Nighttime Illumination: High-mast overhead floodlights covering the surface lot for after-dark visibility and safety.

Ideal For

Baseball Fans: RubberDucks attendees seeking quick-in, quick-out parking within easy walking distance of Canal Park.
Arts & Entertainment Patrons: Visitors attending stage productions at the Akron Civic Theatre or outdoor community events at Lock 3.
Downtown Professionals & Jurors: Reliable daily parking for those visiting local law offices, corporate headquarters, and county municipal courts.
University Students & Visitors: Convenient perimeter parking for University of Akron campus visits, lectures, and departmental meetings.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When heading to Lot 62 for weekend baseball games or major downtown festivals, plan to arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes ahead of scheduled start times to secure a prime stall. Have your license plate number ready when paying at the self-service pay station or through mobile payment applications, as enforcement is strictly license-plate-based. If traveling during peak weekday commuting hours, approach via S Broadway St traveling northbound for the easiest right-hand turn into the lot.