Lock 3 is located in downtown Akron and is home to many events as well as activities. Lock 3, especially around Christmas, has lots to do.

Activities

Ice Skating

Starting in November following the annual Christmas parade, lock 3 opens their outdoor ice rink. The ice rink is open all winter long and is pretty large where they play Christmas music . It only costs $3 to rent skates and you have to sign a waiver to rent and skate.

Reindeer run

Newer to the Lock 3 winter activities is their reindeer run. This is three big slides on a hill that you sled down on. They recommend being 14 or younger, however they do let older teens go on. It costs $3 for a half hour of unlimited sledding.

Mini Golf

They mini golf is located indoors and is Christmas themed. There is 9 holes in total of unique winter wonderland theme. This also cost $3 to play all of the holes.

Shops

Outdoor

During the winter season Lock 3 has many huts open selling a variety of different things. They sell things such homemade crafts, Christmas candy, and Christmas merchandise. These huts are only open at certain times and are a bit pricey, however.

Indoor

Lock 3 has concessions inside by where they sell the ice skates. The concessions are inexpensive and range from actual food such as nachos and hotdogs to sweet treats. Their most popular items are their smore bites and hot chocolate.

Events

There are many events that take place at Lock 3 all year round. Towards Christmas they usually have more winter related events, while in summer they host things such as concerts. The winter includes things such as the tree lighting, light walk, and breakfast with Santa. On their website they keep an up to date calendar of all of their events and downtown Akron’s as well.

Overall, Lock 3 has lots to do, especially in the winter. It is very inexpensive and has lots to do that you can spend the day there enjoying the winter festivities.