Akron Party Bus & Charter Bus Rentals
Fill out one quick form and compare vehicles and all-inclusive rates from providers serving Akron and Summit County in seconds! Whether you need an Akron party bus rental for a RubberDucks game at Canal Park, a bachelorette crawl through Highland Square, or a summer concert at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, Daytonpartybuscompany.com makes it fast and easy to find the right bus for your group. Call 326-212-7620 to get started or use the online tool for quotes in under 30 seconds!
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Compare Party Bus Rentals in Akron
Daytonpartybuscompany.com is a comparison and quote-request website built for groups in Akron looking for the right ride in Northeast Ohio. Instead of calling five different companies and waiting for callbacks, you fill out one form — or dial 326-212-7620 — and get vehicle options, amenities, and all-inclusive rates back fast, all in one place.
That process means you get real choices. A 14-passenger Sprinter limo for a small group heading to a wedding reception at Greystone Hall. A 25-passenger party bus for a birthday night through downtown Akron.
A 56-passenger charter bus for a corporate shuttle between your hotel block on East Market Street and the John S. Knight Center during a multi-day conference. The right vehicle depends on your headcount and itinerary — and comparing options side by side is how you find it.
Daytonpartybuscompany.com makes it easy to compare transportation options serving Akron, Summit County, and all of Northeast Ohio, so you can find what fits without the guesswork. Call 326-212-7620 any time for help comparing vehicle options and putting together a package from the first question to the final detail.
Party Bus & Charter Bus Rentals in Akron
Akron groups can compare 14-passenger Sprinter limos, Sprinter vans, 15- to 50-passenger party buses, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, and 40- to 56-passenger charter buses all in one place. Browse the full selection of bus types or call 326-212-7620 any time for a free, all-inclusive price quote on the vehicle that fits your group!
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Akron Bus Amenities Built for Comfort
For groups who want the celebration to start the moment everyone boards, a 15- to 50-passenger party bus brings a full-length bar, color-changing LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating all in one package. Sprinter limos and Sprinter vans step things up for smaller groups with leather seating, individual USB charging at every seat, and tinted privacy windows. Full-size charter buses handle the logistics-heavy trips: reclining seats, climate control, overhead storage, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and undercarriage luggage bays — everything your group needs for a long haul north on I-77 to Cleveland or a multi-day corporate run.
Amenities vary by vehicle, but comparing your options through this site is fast and free!
Air-conditioning
Wraparound Leather Seats
AUX / Bluetooth Sound System
LED and Fiber Optic Lighting
Built-in Bar Areas With Cup Holders and Storage
TVs and Entertainment Systems
Amenities listed above are just common types of features available on party buses. Exact vehicle features vary by provider and availability. After you submit your quote request, you will see a results page to browse your available options. To confirm the exact amenities included on a specific bus, simply call 326-212-7620.
How Much to Rent a Party Bus in Akron?
Getting a price quote in Akron takes under 30 seconds using the online tool on this site. To give you a ballpark: 14-passenger Sprinter limos typically run $150–$300/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $175–$340/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $200–$380/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $250–$440/hour; and 40–56 passenger charter buses run $130–$280/hour or $1,100–$2,200/day. Those figures shift based on the date, your itinerary, and the specific vehicle — a Saturday night in July when the Soap Box Derby has hotel blocks sold across Summit County is a different market than a Tuesday afternoon in February.
These are example figures to help you plan, not locked-in rates. Check out the Akron party bus prices page to learn more, or call 326-212-7620 for a personalized quote built around your exact dates and headcount.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
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| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $170 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $187 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $340+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $113 – $246+ | $147 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $158 – $327+ | $162 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. These figures are not current market data, exact quotes, or guaranteed ranges. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 326-212-7620. | |||
The Right Bus for Your Akron Group Is Here
Finding group transportation in Akron usually means calling company after company, describing your trip over and over, and trying to compare quotes that never quite line up on the same page. Daytonpartybuscompany.com cuts that process down to a single form. You share your trip details once — date, group size, pickup and drop-off — and get vehicle options and all-inclusive rates from providers serving Akron and Northeast Ohio side by side.
It means you are not limited to one company’s inventory or schedule. When you want to rent a party bus for a bachelorette night crawling through Highland Square and the Lock 3 corridor, or when you need a 56-passenger charter bus to move a corporate group between the John S. Knight Center and a South Main Street hotel block, the comparison process is the same: fast, online, and without obligation. Multiple bus types, multiple suppliers, one form.
Custom packages include one-ways, round trips, and multi-day arrangements to match whatever your group has planned. And when you would rather talk it through, call 326-212-7620 any time — you can work through your itinerary, review vehicle options, and put a package together that fits your group and your budget.
Party Bus Rental Services in Akron
From airport shuttles at Akron-Canton Regional and campus trips to the University of Akron, to wedding shuttles, bachelorette parties, prom, sporting events, concerts, corporate shuttles, and school field trips — whatever brings your group together in Akron, there are vehicle options ready to compare. Call 326-212-7620 to get your group moving today!

Akron Airport Shuttles & Transportation
Getting a large group through baggage claim is stressful enough without also juggling rides in separate cars. Akron-Canton Regional Airport (CAK) serves the metro area from its location in Green, Ohio — roughly 11 miles south of downtown Akron along the I-77 corridor — and operates ground transportation curbside on the Arrivals level outside baggage claim. Have your full group assembled and bags in hand before calling for the bus to pull up, since commercial vehicles cannot idle at the curb indefinitely.
Review the official CAK ground transportation page before your group lands to confirm current pickup procedures.
For groups flying into Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) instead — which handles more airlines and more nonstop routes — the run north on I-77 is about 40 miles from downtown Akron. A charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays moves the whole group and all their bags in one coordinated transfer instead of a scramble across multiple rideshare cars. Check the official Cleveland Hopkins ground transportation page for current commercial pickup zones before your flight lands.
Call 326-212-7620 to set up your Akron airport shuttle today!

Akron Bachelor & Bachelorette Transportation
Akron’s Highland Square neighborhood — anchored along West Market Street in the Wallhaven area — is the city’s most concentrated corridor for a big night out, with a mix of dive bars, craft beer spots, and live music venues packed into walkable blocks. The downtown Akron scene around South Main Street and the Lock 3 corridor adds more stops for a pub crawl that can run as late as your group wants.
A party bus keeps your whole crew together from the first pickup to the last round. No splitting up to coordinate rideshares between bars, no one getting separated at Thirsty Dog Brewing Company while the rest of the group is already three blocks away at the next stop. The full-length bar, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound on a 15- to 50-passenger party bus mean the celebration does not pause between venues — it just moves.
And when the night wraps up, the bus handles the ride home, so nobody has to cut the evening short to be the responsible one in the group. Call 326-212-7620 to get started on your Akron bachelorette party bus!

Akron Birthday, Sweet 16, & Quinceañera Party Bus Rentals
A party bus arrival is one of the most memorable entrances you can make for a milestone birthday — and Akron has no shortage of great venues to pull up to in style. Whether the celebration is heading to an event hall in Fairlawn, a dinner spot along Merriman Road in Cuyahoga Falls, or a private party at a home in Bath Township, a birthday party bus seating 15 to 50 gives every guest a real experience from the first pickup to the last drop-off.
For Sweet 16s and quinceañera celebrations, you can request white, black, or silver buses to match your color theme, and the LED lighting customization keeps the atmosphere exactly right all night. For adult milestone birthdays where the crew wants a real night out, a party bus takes your group through Highland Square and downtown Akron without anyone worrying about how they’re getting home. Use the online quote tool to check availability and compare pricing for your date, or call 326-212-7620 to start planning!

Akron Concert Transportation & Shuttles
Blossom Music Center (1145 W Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223) is the biggest concert draw near Akron — a 19,000-capacity outdoor amphitheater that hosts the Cleveland Orchestra’s summer season and major touring acts from May through September. The logistics reality on a sold-out show night: W Steels Corners Road backs up in both directions well before gates open, SR-8 northbound clogs approaching the venue exit, and parking in the adjacent lots fills fast. Groups relying on rideshares after the encore face surge pricing and long queues in the exit corridor.
A party bus or charter bus rental handles all of it — your group gets a preset pickup, rides over with the energy already building, and gets picked up right after the show without anyone hunting for a car on a dark Ohio summer night. For evenings that also include the Akron Civic Theatre (182 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308) or E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall on the University of Akron campus, the bus moves your group between stops while you handle the fun. See the Nutter Center bus rental guide if your concert circuit extends down to Dayton-area shows.
Call 326-212-7620 for a quote on your Akron concert transportation!

Akron Corporate Event Transportation
Akron’s largest conference and convention facility, the John S. Knight Center (77 E Mill St, Akron, OH 44308), sits in the heart of downtown and draws regional business events year-round. Getting your team between the Knight Center and the hotel blocks on South Main Street or across the busy I-76/I-77 interchange during a multi-day conference is exactly where the logistics get complicated — and where a minibus or charter bus makes everyone’s day simpler.
A 15- to 35-passenger minibus handles executive transfers between the Knight Center and nearby hotels cleanly, with reclining seats, WiFi, and climate control making the ride feel like a productive extension of the workday rather than a commute. For large-scale conventions moving dozens of attendees at once, a full-size charter bus runs a clean shuttle loop on your schedule instead of leaving your team negotiating app-based surge pricing. Call 326-212-7620 to discuss group rates and recurring shuttle arrangements for your Akron corporate event transportation!

Akron Private Event Transportation Services
The All-American Soap Box Derby at Derby Downs draws tens of thousands of spectators to the Copley Road corridor each July — one of the largest annual gatherings in Summit County. Roads around Derby Downs and Copley Road get heavy with traffic on race days, street parking in the surrounding residential neighborhoods fills up early, and rideshare availability in that part of Akron tightens considerably mid-event. A charter bus handles all the coordination: your group gets dropped at the entrance instead of hiking from a remote lot, and the bus stages off-site until everyone is ready to leave.
The same setup works for family reunions at Summit Lake Park, group outings to Cuyahoga Valley National Park, or day trips down to Kings Island with a larger group of friends or colleagues. For any private gathering where coordinating a dozen cars is more headache than it is worth, Akron private event transportation is one quick form away. Call 326-212-7620 to put together a package for your group!

Akron Homecoming & Prom Party Bus Rentals
Prom season in Summit County runs late April through May, and it is the single busiest stretch of the year for party bus rentals across Akron, Barberton, Cuyahoga Falls, and the surrounding area. High schools across the county — Archbishop Hoban, Firestone, Buchtel, Coventry, Tallmadge — all hold their proms within a compressed 6-week window, and demand spikes hard. For prom: book by January or plan on paying peak rates or finding nothing left.
A typical 6-hour prom package for 20 students — school pickup, a pre-prom photo stop at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, venue drop-off at a Cuyahoga Falls event center, and after-party return — might run $1,400–$1,800 all-inclusive when booked 4–5 months ahead, but climb to $2,200–$2,800+ when booked in the final weeks before prom night. That is a real difference just for waiting. Those are example figures to give you an idea, not a locked-in quote.
Compare Akron prom party bus rentals through the online tool or call 326-212-7620 to get started on your group’s date early!

Akron School Event & Field Trip Transportation
The Akron Zoo (500 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH 44307) is one of the most popular field trip destinations in Summit County, and a minibus keeps the whole class together for the quick run from school to Edgewood Park without relying on parent carpools. For trips further out — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, or the Akron Art Museum (1 S High St, Akron, OH 44308) — a full-size charter bus brings onboard TVs, a PA system, overhead storage for lunchboxes and bags, and undercarriage bays, making the ride part of the experience rather than just logistics.
ADA-accessible buses are available — just mention it when you request your quote. Teachers and chaperones will appreciate that comparing bus sizes and pricing on this site is fast, and 326-212-7620 is one call away to help work through pickup timing and routing. Akron school field trip transportation does not have to be complicated — one form gets the whole process started!

Akron Sporting Event Transportation
Akron RubberDucks fans know Canal Park (300 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308) as one of the best minor league ballparks in the country — and downtown Akron game nights are considerably more fun when your group rides together instead of fighting for street parking on South Main. The RubberDucks play a full home schedule from April through September as the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, and a 15- to 35-passenger minibus is the right fit for most fan groups heading into downtown.
For University of Akron Zips football at InfoCision Stadium on the UA campus, parking in and around the university fills fast on game days, and post-game rideshare pickups in that area are never smooth. A charter bus or party bus drops your group at the stadium and handles the exit efficiently. For fans making the 40-mile run north on I-77 to Cleveland — Browns games at Huntington Bank Field, Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, or Guardians at Progressive Field — a full-size charter bus is the right call.
Check the official Akron Zips athletics page for home game schedules. Call 326-212-7620 for a quote on your Akron sporting event transportation!

Akron Wedding Transportation & Shuttle Service
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (714 N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303) is a National Historic Landmark and one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Northeast Ohio — a 65-room Tudor Revival manor on 70+ acres of formal gardens and event lawns in the Wallhaven neighborhood. On a busy May or June Saturday, North Portage Path sees significant wedding traffic, and guests who are unfamiliar with the area can miss the turn or end up in the wrong lot entirely. A wedding shuttle bus runs a clean loop from your hotel block, drops guests at the Stan Hywet entrance, and returns for pickup when the reception ends, so nobody has to navigate the neighborhood roads after the reception winds down.
Planning the big day is stressful enough without worrying about guest transportation logistics — a wedding shuttle in Akron arranged through this site handles pickup windows, staged departures, and routing so your timeline stays tight from ceremony to reception. For the bridal party itself, a 14-passenger Sprinter limo makes a clean vehicle for moving between the salon, first-look photos, and ceremony. Call 326-212-7620 to get started on your wedding shuttle before your date fills up!

Akron Winery Tour & Pub Crawl Transportation
Northeast Ohio’s craft beer scene is strong, and Akron sits in the middle of it. Thirsty Dog Brewing Company (529 Grant St, Akron, OH 44311) is a downtown staple with a tap list that rotates year-round. Hoppin’ Frog Brewery (1680 E Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH 44306) has built a national reputation for barrel-aged and strong ales.
Pair those stops with the Highland Square bar corridor along West Market Street and you have a full evening without ever needing a car.
A pub crawl party bus in Akron keeps your entire group moving together from tap room to tap room — no one volunteers as the sober navigator, no one gets separated between stops, and the bus handles parking that would otherwise eat your budget at every location. If you want to extend the run into the Cuyahoga Valley wine country or add a stop at a northern Summit County winery, the bus takes you there too. Use the online tool to compare options and pricing for your group’s date, or call 326-212-7620 to build the itinerary!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Akron Party Bus Rentals
How does this website work?
Daytonpartybuscompany.com helps you compare bus rental options in one place. Fill out the quick form or call the number on this page, then compare vehicle options, amenities, and estimated prices side by side to find what fits your group.
What is Daytonpartybuscompany.com?
Daytonpartybuscompany.com is a comparison and quote-request website for group ground transportation. It lets you compare party bus, charter bus, minibus, and Sprinter limo options from providers serving Akron, Summit County, and Northeast Ohio through one online form — so you can weigh prices and vehicles side by side and find what fits your group.
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Enter your trip details into the online form — date, group size, and pickup and drop-off locations — and you’ll see options from bus providers serving your area. Compare pictures, amenities, and estimated prices in one place, then move forward with the option that fits your headcount and budget. No account required to view quotes.
How much does a party bus cost in Akron?
Akron party bus prices vary based on vehicle size, the date, and how long you need the bus. To give you an idea: small party buses (15–20 passengers) run $175–$340/hour; mid-size (20–30 passengers) run $200–$380/hour; large party buses and minibuses (35–50 passengers) run $250–$440/hour; and full-size charter buses run $130–$280/hour or $1,100–$2,200/day. The fastest way to get a number for your specific date and itinerary is to call 326-212-7620.
Check out the Akron party bus prices page for more detail on what affects your quote!
How can I get a price quote for a bus in Akron?
Getting an all-inclusive price quote in Akron takes under 30 seconds using the online tool on this website — no account required. If you prefer to talk through your trip first, call 326-212-7620 for a custom quote built around your exact headcount, travel dates, and destinations across Akron and Summit County.
When is the busiest time of year for party bus rentals in Akron?
Prom season (late April through May) is the single busiest stretch for party bus rentals across Summit County, followed closely by the Soap Box Derby in July and Blossom Music Center’s summer concert season (May through September). If your date falls in any of those windows, booking at least 3–5 months ahead keeps your options open and your rate lower. Outside peak season, 4–6 weeks of lead time is generally workable — but the earlier you compare and commit, the better.
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No. Daytonpartybuscompany.com does not own any vehicles. It is an advertising and comparison website that helps you find options from providers serving the Akron area. Fill out the online form to compare vehicles, amenities, and estimated prices side by side and find what fits your group.
Popular Akron Party Bus Destinations
An Akron party bus itinerary can stretch from downtown Canal Park and the Civic Theatre to Stan Hywet, Derby Downs, and Blossom Music Center across the Summit County region. Here are six of the most popular destinations that Akron bus groups visit — with the local logistics that actually matter for your group.

Blossom Music Center
Blossom Music Center (1145 W Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223) is the summer concert home of the Cleveland Orchestra and one of the most recognized outdoor amphitheaters in the Midwest, with a covered pavilion seating roughly 5,700 and a lawn that swells total capacity to around 19,000 for major touring acts. Getting there on a sold-out night means navigating W Steels Corners Road and the SR-8 corridor, which sees significant backup in the hours before showtime. Parking in Blossom’s own lots is available but fills up fast, and post-concert rideshare demand spikes the moment the final song ends as tens of thousands of fans pour out simultaneously.
A bus handles all of it — your group arrives together, and picks up right after the show without the post-concert lot crawl. For summer concert dates, book at least 6–8 weeks ahead; major headliner nights sell out buses considerably faster. Address: 1145 W Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223

Canal Park — Akron RubberDucks
Canal Park — home of the Akron RubberDucks, the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians — sits right in the heart of downtown Akron at 300 S Main St, putting your group in the middle of the city’s entertainment district. The RubberDucks play from April through September, and while the ballpark itself is consistently ranked among the best in Double-A, parking on South Main Street and the surrounding downtown blocks fills quickly on sellout nights. The city’s paid surface lots and garages near the stadium run $10–$20 depending on the event, and downtown Akron’s one-way street grid makes dropping off a group and meeting back up post-game more complicated than it looks.
A minibus handles the pickup and drop-off cleanly, stages off-site during the game, and returns exactly when your group is ready — no meter hunting, no post-game scramble. Address: 300 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308 Phone: (330) 253-5151

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (714 N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303) is one of the largest historic house museums in the United States — a 65-room Tudor Revival manor completed in 1915, surrounded by 70+ acres of formal English gardens, a Japanese garden, a birch allee, and wooded grounds. It is open for public tours and seasonal events, and it hosts some of the most sought-after weddings, corporate events, and garden parties in Summit County year after year. Getting to Stan Hywet from downtown Akron means navigating the Wallhaven neighborhood’s residential streets off West Market Street, which can disorient out-of-town guests who are unfamiliar with the area after dark.
Group visits and events require advance coordination with the Stan Hywet events team, and bus parking is available on-site for pre-arranged arrivals — confirm logistics directly with the venue before your visit. Address: 714 N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303 Phone: (330) 836-5533

Akron Civic Theatre
The Akron Civic Theatre (182 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308) is one of the most beloved performing arts venues in Northeast Ohio — a 1929 atmospheric theater that has been painstakingly restored, hosting concerts, comedy shows, film screenings, and community events in a downtown Akron location with a seating capacity of roughly 2,700. Performance nights on South Main Street can feel congested, especially when the RubberDucks have a home game running simultaneously a block away at Canal Park, which causes parking to tighten across the entire downtown grid. Bus drop-off on South Main puts your group directly at the venue entrance.
A minibus or Sprinter limo is the right vehicle for a smaller group dressed for an evening at the theater, while a charter bus handles larger organizational outings. After the show, the downtown Akron bar scene along South Main and the Lock 3 corridor is right at your doorstep. Address: 182 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308 Phone: (330) 253-2488

InfoCision Stadium — Akron Zips Football
InfoCision Stadium is the home of University of Akron Zips football, located on the UA campus near Exchange Street in Akron with a capacity of roughly 30,000. On game days, UA campus parking is a consistent challenge — student, faculty, and event visitor spaces all compete for a limited supply, many of the nearby surface lots require advance permits, and rideshare pickups post-game tend to cluster in awkward spots far from the stadium gates. A charter bus or party bus sidesteps the headache: your group rides together, unloads close to the entrance, and the bus handles the post-game exit without your crew navigating the campus lot crunch on foot.
For Zips tailgate groups, the party starts well before kickoff with the LED lights and the bar running on the ride over. Check the official Akron Zips athletics page for current home game schedules and any event-specific parking guidance before your visit. Address: University of Akron campus, Akron, OH 44325

Lock 3 Park
Lock 3 Park (200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308) is downtown Akron’s outdoor gathering hub — an open-air entertainment venue right in the Canal Park district that hosts summer concerts, the Akron Marathon start and finish area, holiday events, and community festivals throughout the year. During major events at Lock 3, South Main Street and the surrounding downtown blocks see heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and street parking fills up fast. When the RubberDucks also have a home night game and Lock 3 has a concert running concurrently, downtown Akron’s parking supply tightens to the point where circling for 30 minutes is not unusual.
A party bus or minibus handles the transportation cleanly — your group gets dropped at the entrance and picked up exactly when the night winds down, without the post-event parking scramble. Lock 3 is also a natural anchor for a downtown Akron pub crawl that extends west into the Highland Square bar corridor along Market Street. Address: 200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308