Parking & Directions

Parking Around Van Andel Arena

This page offers tips and shortcuts to help Griffins fans secure the best parking spot possible and enjoy a remarkable overall experience attending games at Van Andel Arena.
 

• NEW VAA Parking & Accessibility Guide - In collaboration with the City of Grand Rapids, click HERE for our new Van Andel Arena parking guide.
• Ramps & Lots - Downtown has more than 30,000 parking spaces available, so it's easy to find a spot within walking distance to and from the arena:
  • Click here for an interactive map of public parking around the arena
  • Click here for a map of private parking facilities and rates
  • Click here for a parking and mobility access guide
• Reserved Parking - Griffins fans can reserve a parking spot near the Van Andel Arena before heading to the game. Click here to reserve your space.
• Studio Park - Enjoy covered parking across the street from the south end of Van Andel Arena.
• Park and DASH to the Game - The Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) offers a convenient way to get around downtown. DASH buses pass every stop every 15 minutes, and there is a DASH stop right in front of Van Andel Arena. Click HERE to learn more about the schedule, real-time bus updates, connected parking locations, and more.
• Ride the Rapid - Use the Ride Guide to find a Rapid bus stop near you. Every Friday home game is Free Ride Friday! Ride the Rapid to and from the game and enjoy a complimentary fare by showing your ticket.
• Use the Skywalk - Stay out of the cold and skip the traffic around the arena when you park near the Skywalk at ramps just a few minutes' walk to and from the arena.