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)
Oct 2026
- October 1, 2026 – Padres Game (Pending outcome of Wild Card games – start time TBD)
Nov 2026
- November 7, 2026 – Dia De Los Deftones (1:30–7:30 pm)
Dec 2026
- December 20, 2026 – Temper Festival (1:00–7:00 pm)
- December 31, 2026 – Proper Festival (1:00–7:00 pm)
Jan 2027
- January 15, 2027 – San Diego Rodeo (5:00–11:00 pm)
- January 16, 2027 – San Diego Rodeo (5:00–11:00 pm)
- June 26, 2027 – Luke Combs (3:30–9:30 pm)
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!
Pay with your phone
Pay using your phone at any meter displaying the blue Park Smarter sticker!
Download the app here: https://www.parksmarter.com/
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 a $10 flat rate from 6 PM to 3 AM Friday-Saturday. 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.