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Parking Options for Large Group Events

Summary: Read about guest parking options for special events of more than 200 people.

In the right place? See other parking services, including those for smaller groups, on Special Events Parking Rates and Services. To arrange event parking at UCSD Medical Center — Hillcrest, contact Bill Schaefer, (619) 471-0553.

Permit option		Explanation and instructions
	Buy and distribute parking permits before the event.	Departments can obtain discounted One Day or One Night parking permits for event guests. Departments are responsible for issuing permits to their guests. To obtain discounted permits: Submit a Parking Permit Recharge Request Form (Word file) to the Gilman Parking Office, Mail Code 0040 or fax (858) 534-3043. Allow at least 3 working days to process request. Discounted permit fees: One Day: $5 One Night: $2 Develop a system for distributing permits to your guests.
	Hire parking attendants to sell permits to event guests.	For high-volume events, parking attendants can sell One Day or One Night Permits to guests on site. This option reduces traffic and helps direct guests to specific lots or structures. To hire attendants: Contact Jennifer Rodgers to obtain event parking approval. Special Events Parking Services will recharge your department for the attendants' time. The number of attendants depends on the event. At least 2 attendants are required.
	Use the permit flier service.	A parking attendant can issue complimentary permit fliers to guests. Especially useful for high-profile guests, this service allows guests to park quickly for events. To use the permit flier service: E-mail Special Events to obtain event parking approval. Work with Special Events Parking staff to develop the event flier. Special Events Parking Services will recharge your department for the permit cost and the attendant's time.