City of Annapolis issued the following announcement on Oct. 3.
Thousands of visitors will descend on downtown Annapolis over the next two weekends for the annual boat shows. The United States Sailboat Show takes place October 4-8 and the United States Power Boat Show takes places October 11-14. Here are a few parking tips:
Plan Ahead: Complete Boat Show parking details are available at http://www.annapolisboatshows.com/united-states-sailboat-show/plan-your-visit/directions-accommodations. Visitors can also explore city-owned parking options at www.annapolisparking.com.
Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium: Visitors can park at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for $10 and take a FREE shuttle downtown EXCEPT on Saturday, October 13, due to the Navy Football game. On that day, Saturday, October 13, a free Boat Show shuttle will be available from the Park-n-Ride located on Riva Road.
City Garages
Regular Parking Rates: There will be no event rates for parking this year at the four city-owned garages, Noah Hillman, Knighton, Gotts Court, and Park Place. Parking prices will remain at normal rates with the exception of a pre-paid option described below.
Online Pre-Paid Parking Option: Visitors who wish to guarantee a parking space downtown can reserve premium parking in advance in the Noah Hillman Garage at 150 Gorman Street. The reserved parking rate is $30 per day (expires at Midnight). Reserve your guaranteed space or explore all other parking options online at www.annapolisparking.com.
Resident Only Parking: To accommodate residents’ parking needs during the event, the following street sections will be designated with signs as “Resident Only Parking:”
- Prince George Street from Craig Street to East Street
- Randall Street from Prince George Street to King George Street
- East Street from Prince George Street to King George Street
- Green Street, Newman Street, and St. Mary’s Street.
Additional Garages: Visitors may also find free parking at the State-owned Garage (aka Calvert Street Garage) at 19 St. Johns Street after 6 pm, Monday-Friday and all weekend. Whitmore Garage located at 25 Clay Street is also available to the public as space allows for a fee after 9 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Whitmore is free to the public every Sunday until 4 pm.
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