STM Football Parking FAQ

STM Football Parking FAQ

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1. What do the colors on the parking map signify?

•  Yellow - lot can be accessed via Arboretum Road or Lasuen Street
•  Green - lot can be accessed via El Camino Real
•  Blue - lot can be accessed via Galvez Street
•  Cardinal - lot can be accessed via Galvez Street or Arboretum Road

2. What parking lots are available on Stanford football gamedays?

Season Ticket Member Exclusive - Cardinal Lots #3 & #10 Parking
Available only to Season Ticket Members, Cardinal Lot permits allow access into Lots #3 & #10. Cardinal Lot parking permits do not allow access into other premium lots, but are accepted at all General Parking Lots. RV parking is available in Cardinal Lot #10 with the purchase of a special Cardinal Lot RV parking pass.

Lot #1/Sunken Lot - Blue
Lot #1/Sunken Diamond parking permits allow access to Lot #1/Sunken Diamond and all General Parking Lots (#4, #7, #8, #9, & #13).

Lot #2/El Camino Grove Parking - Green
Lot #2/El Camino Grove parking permits allow access to Lot #2 and all General Parking Lots.

Toyon Grove - Blue
Toyon Grove parking permits allows access into Toyon Grove and all General Parking Lots.

Masters Grove - Green
Masters Grove parking permits allow access to Masters Grove and all General Parking Lots.

Galvez Lot - Blue
Galvez Lot parking permits allow access to Galvez Lot and all General Parking Lots.

Track Lot - Blue
Track Lot parking permits allows access to Track Lot and all General Parking Lots.

VIP Lot - Blue
VIP Lot permits allow access into VIP Lot. VIP Lot parking permits do not allow access into other premium lots.

General Lot - Green/Yellow
A General Parking permit will provide access to any General Parking Lots (#4, #7, #8, #9 & #13). RV parking is available in General Parking Lots #2, #7, #8, & #9 with the purchase of a special RV parking pass.

3. How do I pay for parking on game day?

If you do not purchase a season ticket parking pass, all General parking lots (Lots 4, 7, 8, 9, and 13) will have dedicated cashiers collecting money (cash only) and distributing receipts to be used as game day parking passes. Cashiers will be able to distribute change, but exact change ($40 for premium games; $30 for all other games) is appreciated. All other lots are designated reserved parking lots and require advanced purchase parking passes.

4. Do I need to purchase a parking pass when I renew my season tickets, or can I purchase it later?

It is highly recommended that Season Ticket Members purchase a parking pass during the renewal process, as most of the reserved lots will sell out.

5. Which lots are available for overnight parking?

Lot #2 / El Camino Grove is the only parking lot available for overnight parking and requires a Lot #2 / El Camino Grove overnight parking pass. Lot #2 / El Camino Grove will open beginning at 3:00 p.m. two days prior to each home game (e.g. Thursday at 3:00 p.m. for a Saturday home game).

1. What are the different costs for football gameday parking at Stanford?

Gameday parking is $40 for premium games and $30 for non-premium games, cash only, at the entrance to General Parking lots. Purchasing a parking pass ahead of time provides a $5 discount, and passes can be printed at home or delivered straight to your phone.

2. As a Season Ticket Member, which parking lots will I have access to?

The Cardinal Parking Pass is valid for Lots 3 and 10, which will only be accessible by those who purchase the season Cardinal Parking Pass. The General Parking Pass is valid for all General Lots (Lots 4, 7, 8, 9, and 13).

3. How many premium lot parking passes may I purchase?

Season Ticket Members may purchase one (1) parking pass for every four (4) season tickets. For example, if you have one to four (1-4) season tickets you will have the option to purchase one (1) season parking pass in a premium parking lot. If you have five to eight (5-8) season tickets, you will have the option to purchase up to two (2) season parking passes for premium parking lots.

4. I had a General Lot parking pass in 2016. How can I upgrade my parking to one of the premium lots?

Fans who purchased parking passes in premium lots in 2016 will have first right of refusal to renew parking in these lots. Therefore, there are currently no parking passes available to accommodate new fans. In the event that parking passes become available in these lots, persons interested in upgrading to these lots may be added to a waitlist through the online renewal form or by attaching a note to a hardcopy renewal. Because parking is based on availability, requesting a change does not guarantee an upgrade.

NOTE: Parking upgrades will be based on parking availability and an individual's level of engagement with Stanford Athletics and Stanford University as measured by the following criteria:
•  Years of season ticket purchase for all season-ticketed sports;
•  Stanford alumnus/a;
•  Former Stanford student-athlete;
•  Volunteer service on an athletic or university board;
•  Lifetime gifts to the athletic department;
•  Lifetime gifts to the university;
•  Annual gifts to the Buck/Cardinal Club.

5. Will I be guaranteed a parking spot?

If you have a Lot #2 / El Camino Grove, Masters Grove, Toyon Grove, Sunken Diamond, Track, VIP, Galvez or Cardinal parking pass you will be guaranteed entrance to that specific lot. General Parking lots (Lots 4, 7, 8, 9, & 13) are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

1. Which parking lots will be available for RVs?

Lot #2, Cardinal Lot #10, and General Parking Lots #7, #8, and #9 can accommodate RV parking. Only General Lots #7, #8, and #9 are available for day-of-game drive-up RV parking. Gameday RV parking in those 3 lots is available on a first-come, first-served basis and will cost $60/game for all games except marquee games, which cost $80/game (cash only). A limited number of season parking passes for RVs are available in Lot 10 only by purchasing the season Cardinal Parking Pass, and in Lots 7, 8, and 9 by purchasing the season General Parking Pass. Both of those season passes will cost $216 for RVs.

1. Which parking lots are available for patrons with a Handicapped Parking Placard?

Patrons with disabilities can park in the H Lot and the Sunken Lot (Lot #1). A current, valid disabled parking placard is required, in addition to any parking pass, and will be checked upon entry into lots. Please have your valid handicapped placard available.

1. Is tailgating allowed in all parking lots?

Patrons may park and tailgate in any of the designated football parking lots around Stanford Stadium. Stanford's shaded groves and ample lawns all contribute to a great gameday experience.

2. When will parking lots open for tailgating?

All parking lots will open five (5) hours prior to kickoff or noon - whichever is earlier, except Lot 2 which will open at 6 AM on gameday. Lot 2 overnight parking passes allow fans to arrive at 3 PM two days prior to the home game.

3. Do you accommodate group tailgates?

Group tailgate areas are located on various plazas and fields around the Stadium area. Cost varies based on size, location, and amenities. For typical groups of 20-50, the cost is generally around $125 and includes one single game, General Lot parking pass. Larger areas are priced higher. Areas may be reserved online at gostanford.com/tickets, by calling (800)-STANFORD (Option 3) for the Group Sales team, or by emailing groupsales@stanford.edu.

4. I don't wish to tailgate prior to the game. Is there a place my family can go to purchase food before Stanford Stadium gates open?

Yes. Stanford Football's Fan Fest offers live entertainment, kids activities and food/beverage for purchase prior to every home football game. Fan Fest admission is FREE and opens 2.5 hours prior to kick off. Fan Fest is located in the Hammer Throw Area between Stanford Stadium and Cobb Track and Angell Field.

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