We love the Padres, we love Petco Park, and we love East Village! However, the City of San Diego has rolled out Special Event parking meter rates within about a half-mile of the ballpark. That means the parking meters near Quartyard will jump to $10/hour during Padres games and other large Petco Park events . For more info on this visit sandiego.gov/specialevents.
We want to share some tips and info with you to help save time and money.
When Do Special Event Rates Apply?
- They kick in about 2 hours before the start of the game or concert.
- They last until 4 hours after the event begins.
- Example: If a concert starts at 7:00 PM, the $10/hour rate will run from 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Tip: Always check the meter before you pay. Event times change and so do enforcement hours.
Here’s a list of upcoming dates this applies to:
(Full list available on https://www.sandiego.gov/parking/specialevents)
March 2026
- March 21 – Savannah Bananas (5:00–11:00 pm)
- March 26 – Padres Game (11:00 am–5:00 pm)
- March 27 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- March 28 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- March 30 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
April 2026
- April 1 – Padres Game (11:00 am–5:00 pm)
- April 9 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- April 10 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- April 11 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- April 14 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- April 15 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- April 16 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- April 27 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- April 28 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- April 29 – Padres Game (11:00 am–5:00 pm)
May 2026
- May 1 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 2 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- May 7 – Padres Game (5:00–11:00 pm)
- May 8 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 9 – Padres Game (2:00–8:00 pm)
- May 18 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 19 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 20 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- May 22 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 23 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 26 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- May 27 – Padres Game (11:00 am–5:00 pm)
(playoff games not included)
Parking Hacks to Save You Time & $$$
1. Free After 6 PM (Yellow Curb)
Most yellow curbs are free after 6 PM until 6 AM the next day and on Sundays.
2. Watch the 20-Foot Rule
California’s new daylighting law means you can’t park within 20 feet of an intersection crosswalk. Tickets run about $107, so it’s worth the extra look before you lock. More info here.
3. Don’t Risk It
Red, white, or blue curbs = don’t park unless you’re properly permitted. Not worth the tow or ticket!
Other Ways to Get to Quartyard
Trolley & Bus
The 12th & Imperial Transit Center is the closest trolley stop to Quartyard — just about a 7-minute walk.
- Standard MTS fares: $2.50 (one-way) / $6 (day pass).
- Plan your trip: sdmts.com
Park It on Market
Located at 7th & Market, this garage offers hourly rates and is just a short stroll to Quartyard. More details: Park It on Market
Rideshare Tips
Uber & Lyft can be your best friend!
- Pro move: book your ride in advance to avoid surge pricing.
- Got a Chase Sapphire card? You might already get $10/month in Lyft credits.
Bottom Line
Bottom line, plan ahead. Increased meter rates suck, and so do parking tickets. Walk, rideshare, or snag a trolley ride to save yourself the parking stress.