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)
Aug 2026
- August 7 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 8 – Padres Game (2–8 pm)
- August 10 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 11 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 12 – Padres Game (11 am–5 pm)
- August 15 – Rufus Du Sol (5:30–11 pm)
- August 17 – Noah Kahan (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 21 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 22 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- August 24 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 25 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- August 26 – Padres Game (11 am–5 pm)
Sept 2026
- September 4 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- September 5 – Padres Game (2–8 pm)
- September 8 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- September 9 – Padres Game (11 am–5 pm)
- September 12 – Pierce the Veil (4:30–10:30 pm)
- September 18 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- September 19 – Padres Game (3:30–9:30 pm)
- September 25 – Padres Game (4:30–10:30 pm)
- September 26 – Padres Game (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!
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.