Where to Park for a Live Oak Bank Pavilion Concert

The most important thing to know: There is no parking at Live Oak Bank Pavilion. Not a little. Not some. Zero. Here's where everyone actually parks.

Your Two Best Options

Skyline Center Garage (The Metropolitan Parking Deck)

Right next to the venue on Harnett Street. About a 5-minute walk to the entrance. $20 on show nights. This is the closest deck and fills first. If you want this one, arrive early.

Cotton Exchange Lot

About a 10-minute walk from the venue, closer to the heart of downtown. $35 on show nights. More expensive but puts you right in downtown's restaurant and bar district, which makes the pre-show dinner and post-show drinks plan easier.

Pre-Book Through ParkWhiz

The venue has partnered with ParkWhiz to let you reserve a deck spot in advance. If you don't want to gamble on availability, book ahead. Especially for sold-out shows.

Street Parking

Metered street parking on surrounding streets. Enforcement varies by location and time. Good for a smaller weeknight show. Don't count on it for a sold-out Saturday. Note from the venue map: roads around the venue close during shows, so street parking closest to the venue may not be accessible.

Rideshare

Drop-off is at the corner of Harnett and 3rd Street. Signage and a traffic controller will be there. After the show, walk a few blocks away before requesting a ride for a shorter wait and lower surge.

Accessible Parking

First-come accessible spots on Harnett and Nutt Street marked by blue traffic cones. Accessible drop-off at the main entrance on Harnett Street with a tent and chairs. Guests can wait while the driver parks at a nearby deck.

The Best Move: Park Downtown and Walk

1. Park in any downtown deck around 5-6 PM
2. Eat dinner at a downtown restaurant
3. Walk the Riverwalk to the venue
4. After the show, walk back downtown
5. Grab a drink and let the post-show traffic clear

Getting Out After

7,500 people all leaving at once. Budget 15-20 minutes. If you parked in a deck, expect a line to exit. Or hang downtown for a drink at Hi Wire or Wilmington Distillery and let it clear.

For the full venue layout including sections, restrooms, and concessions, see the official venue map.

For the full venue guide check our Live Oak Bank Pavilion: Complete Guide.