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Special Event Parking Regulations

General Rules

Parking meters within walking distance (approximately 0.5 mile) of Petco Park will be subject to Special Event rates during major stadium events beginning Sept. 2, 2025. During special event hours, meters are priced at $10/hour. These regulations help make more parking spots available and reduce congestion by discouraging drivers from circling for free or cheap parking near the stadium.

Current Schedule

The Special Event parking rates will begin about two hours before scheduled Padres games and Petco Park events with over 10,000 attendees. Those rates will remain in effect for the duration of the event. 

Schedule of Special Events

*All event dates and times are subject to change. Always check the meter for current rates.

Event DateEvent NameSpecial Event Rate Hours
June 22, 2026Padres Game5  - 11 p.m.
June 23, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
June 24, 2026Padres Game3:30 - 10:30 p.m.
June 26, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
June 27, 2026Padres Game3:30  - 9:30 p.m.
July 6, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
July 7, 2026Padres Game4:40  - 10:30 p.m.
July 8, 2026Padres Game5 - 11 p.m.
July 9, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
July 10, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
July 11, 2026Padres Game3:30 - 9:30 p.m.
July 21, 2026Ed Sheeran Loop Tour3:30 - 9:30 p.m.
July 28, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
July 29, 2026Padres Game11 - 5 p.m.
July 30, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
July 31, 2026Padres Game4:30  - 10:30 p.m.
August 1, 2026Padres Game3:30 - 9:30 p.m.
August 7, 2026Padres Game4:30 -10:30 p.m.
August 8, 2026Padres Game2 - 8 p.m.
August 10, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
August 11, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
August 12, 2026Padres Game11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
August 15, 2026Rufus Du Sol5:30 - 11 p.m.
August 17, 2026Noah Kahan4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
August 21, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
August 22, 2026Padres Game3:30 - 9:30 p.m.
August 24, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
August 25, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
August 26, 2026Padres Game11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
September 4, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
September 5, 2026Padres Game2 - 8 p.m.
September 8, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
September 9, 2026Padres Game11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
September 12, 2026Pierce the Veil4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
September 18, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
September 19, 2026Padres Game3:30 - 9:30 p.m.
September 25, 2026Padres Game4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
September 26, 2026Padres Game3:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Special Event Parking Map

Special Event Zone Parking Map

Travel Alternatives to Petco Park

Avoid the meter fee by taking another way to Petco Park.

MTS Bus and Trolley Options

Events

Events subject to Special Event pricing include all major events at Petco Park where over 10,000 people are expected to attend. These events – including Padres home games and large concerts – generate significant traffic around the stadium.

Time Limits

Drivers can park at the meter two hours prior to the event start time and for the duration of the event, as long as the meter is paid.

How to Avoid a Parking Ticket

Meters in the Special Event area may charge for parking later in the evening than most other parts of the city. If you do not pay the meter, or if you stay for longer than you paid, you may get a ticket, just like any other meter. Street signs (shown below) indicate meters on the block are subject to Special Event rates and parking enforcement at night.

If you have a Disabled Person parking placard, you are allowed to park for free at metered spaces, including during Special Events.

Special Event Street Sign

Special Event Zone Sign