Directions & Parking

More than 10,000 convenient parking spaces are available within a 10-minute walk of Rupp Arena. In addition, all surrounding parking lots and parking garages offer spaces for individuals with disabilities.
A parking fee will be in effect for most all Rupp Arena events.

Cash will not be accepted as a form of payment for paid parking. Acceptable forms of payment include all major credit cards (American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa) and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay).

Prepaid Parking will be available for some events. ParkWhiz is a site and mobile app that displays available lots in the downtown Lexington area. If interested in reserving a spot please visit the ParkWhiz page.

Please note: For UK games, visit the UK GameDay Operations page for the latest information.

General Parking

The Rupp Arena parking lot on West High Street is also open on non-arena event days. On arena event days parking fees vary. Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. Cash will not be accepted as a form of payment for parking. Acceptable forms of payment include all major credit cards (American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa) and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay).

Handicapped Accessible Parking

Accessible parking spaces are available in the High Street parking lot directly across the street from ​Rupp Arena. A valid state-issued handicapped placard or license plate is required. All disability parking is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Metered Street Parking

Metered street parking is available in some areas of downtown Lexington near Rupp Arena. Parking meters are enforced Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Metered spots are free on Saturday and Sunday and designated holidays.

Meters require $1 for 60 minutes or 25 cents for 15 minutes. There are 1 hour, 2 hour and 4 hours meters located throughout the area. The meters are a combination of electronic and mechanical meters. Meters accept nickels, dimes, quarters, and some accept payment via credit card or pre-paid parking cards. For more information on metered street parking, visit http://www.lexpark.org/find-parking

Bike Racks

Bike racks are located at both entrances on Vine Street and High Street for your convenience.

Additional Parking

For an additional downtown parking information please visit LexPark.org or view the LexPark Downtown Parking Map

Prepaid Parking

Prepaid Parking will be available for some events. ParkWhiz is a site and mobile app that displays available lots in the downtown Lexington area. If interested in reserving a spot please visit the ParkWhiz page.

Parking Map

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