The City of Stow is pleased to announce a major milestone in its long-term vision for expanded community entertainment and cultural programming. After months of positive and productive negotiations, the City has officially signed the purchase agreement for the property located at Norton Road and Darrow Road—the future home of Stow’s new outdoor amphitheater - The AMP.
This agreement represents a significant step forward not only for the City’s amphitheater project, but for the revitalization of the surrounding plaza. As part of the negotiated terms, the plaza owners, The Soclofs, have agreed to undertake substantial upgrades to the site, including improvements to the overall property and the recruitment of new restaurants and businesses. These enhancements will help support and complement the amphitheater, creating a vibrant, connected destination for residents and visitors.
“We are thrilled to reach this important milestone,” said Mayor John Pribonic. “This project has always been about creating new opportunities for community connection, live entertainment, and economic growth. Signing the purchase agreement brings us one step closer to making that vision a reality.”
With the agreement now finalized, the City will move into the next phase of the project: seeking competitive bids for the construction of the amphitheater. Design plans have been completed and ready for release, allowing the City to advance quickly into procurement.
Once a construction bid is awarded, the build is expected to begin when weather permits. A community groundbreaking ceremony is planned for early spring, marking the official start of construction and celebrating the collaborative work that brought the project to this point.
“Today marks an exciting new chapter for the City of Stow. The signing of this purchase agreement reflects our shared commitment—between City leadership and City Council—to creating vibrant spaces where our community can come together. The amphitheater will bring new energy, new opportunities, and unforgettable experiences to our residents. We are thrilled to see this vision moving forward and grateful for the teamwork that helped make it possible,” said Mayor John Pribonic.
The City of Stow will continue to share updates on progress, bid announcements, construction timelines, and future programming opportunities as they become available.