If it’s your first time visiting Cleveland, it’s easy to settle for turning your car into the first parking lot you see close to Progressive Field. While there’s technically nothing wrong with this plan, it will almost certainly result in you spending more money than you need to. Despite Progressive Field’s location in downtown Cleveland, parking for an Indians game isn’t astronomical.
There are a ton of open-air and covered parking lots around the stadium. If you close your eyes and turn in any direction, you’re almost certain to be aimed at one. The covered lots cost a little more than their open-air counterparts, and the closest lots typically charge between $10 and $15 on game days. It’s noteworthy to know that these prices usually drop as first pitch gets closer. So, if you see a lot charging $15, it might drop to $12 or $10 in the half-hour or so before the game begins.
If you want to be close to the stadium, try the large, covered lot on E. 9th Street between Prospect Avenue and Bolivar Road. When you exit this lot, you’re less than two blocks from Progressive Field’s Gate C, which is the gate that opens first. If you’re nervous about walking at night after the game, the route between this garage and the stadium will be crowded enough with fans that you’ll feel secure.
To save yourself a few bucks and increase your odds of avoiding post-game traffic snafus, try to park a few blocks away. Believe it or not, that’s what the Indians even suggest on their website. There’s a large lot bordered by Prospect Avenue, E. 6th Street, Huron Road East and E. 4th Street, a huge parking structure north of Prospect Avenue and along E. 8th Street and several lots in the vicinity of Prospect Avenue and E. 18th Street. Many of these lots change their prices depending on whether it’s a weekday or weekend, but they’re all affordable and ideal if you don’t mind walking a few blocks. Most of these lots charge between $5 and $10, depending on the day.
The Ballpark Guide recommends booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservations app. To reserve your parking spot, visit the Progressive Field SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.
Parking at Progressive Field FAQ
Is there on-site parking at Progressive Field?
Fans can park at the Gateway East Garage when visiting Progressive Field. You have the option of adding a parking pass when you buy your game ticket online.
How much does it cost to park at Progressive Field?
While the exact price that you’ll pay depends on where you park, you can generally expect to spend between $10 and $25 to park at Progressive Field for a Cleveland Guardians game.
Is it easy to find parking near Progressive Field?
Progressive Field’s downtown location means that there are dozens of parking lots situated just a short walk from the ballpark.
What’s the best way to park at Progressive Field?
Booking your parking spot through an app in advance will save you money and time on game day.