Events
Arrange parking for your event at Cal Poly Maritime Academy or reserve spaces for your guests.
Plan Ahead
- Full lot buyouts: at least one week’s notice.
- Reserved spaces: at least 72 hours’ notice.
- Event permits: at least 72 hours’ notice.
Lot A is not available for buyout during business hours. Confirm lot availability with Parking Services before making event arrangements.
On This Page
Event Permits and Rates
Use the Event Parking Permit Request Form to arrange parking for a scheduled event. Submit permit requests at least 72 hours in advance.
| Parking option | Per permit / space |
|---|---|
| Evening event · after 5 p.m. | $5 |
| Up to 8 hours | $7 |
| Reserved space · up to 8 hours | $10 |
| 24 hours | $10 |
The current notice periods on this page supersede older deadlines in the event form and buyout schedule.
Reserved spaces require at least 72 hours’ notice. Include setup and end times so the requested parking period covers your guests’ stay.
Download event request form (PDF)Where will guests park?
Weekday event parking is normally assigned to Lots B, D, and O.
Lot O may provide daytime overflow parking; the current buyout schedule identifies it as a construction area. Check availability with Parking Services.
Permit pickup
Permits may be delivered if time allows. Otherwise, collect them at the Police Department front window.
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Reserved Spaces and Lot Buyouts
Reserved spaces / partial lot reservations
Reserve a group of spaces without buying out the entire lot. Reserved spaces cost $10 per space for up to 8 hours and require at least 72 hours’ notice. Use the event request form and include the requested lot and number of spaces.
Full lot buyouts
Request exclusive use of an eligible lot. Allow at least one week’s notice so Parking Services can coordinate required 72-hour advance lot notification. Lot A is not available for buyout during business hours.
| Lot | Spaces | Business hours Up to 8 hours | Evening after 5 p.m. / weekend day* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot A | 90 after business hours | Not available | $450 |
| Lot B | 34 | $300 | $150 |
| Lot D | 80 | $800 | $400 |
| Lot E | 131 | $1,300 | $650 |
| Lot F | 55 | $550 | $250 |
| Lot G | 87 | $850 | $400 |
| Lot I | 30 | $300 | $150 |
| Lot J | 22 | $200 | $100 |
| Lot L | 22 | $200 | $100 |
| Lot M | 50 | $500 | $250 |
*Weekend day rate covers up to 8 hours.
24-hour buyouts: contact the Police Department for pricing. Lot O: construction area, contact the Police Department; additional support costs apply. Lot P: buyout unavailable. Rates are subject to change at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
What’s included in a buyout?
- Advance entrance notification and event directional signage
- Lot identification in place of individual parking permits
- Active patrol and convenient access to the event venue
Parking supervision is not included. Consider a volunteer student worker to help guests park and find the venue.
Download the lot buyout rate schedule (PDF)Lot buyout rate schedule: accessible text version (TXT)
The attached schedule lists Lot A rates and a 72-hour buyout request minimum. Current policy on this page supersedes those entries: Lot A is unavailable for buyout during business hours; full lot buyouts require one week’s notice.
Lot D only · $100 per day
Request food truck parking through the event form. This rate is separate from the $10 reserved-space option.
The schedule includes a space reserved before 6 a.m. and barriers or signage if required. Overnight food truck parking and lawn parking are prohibited. Confirm timing and availability with Parking Services.
Batch Permits for Department Visitors
Batch permits are for departments with recurring visitors or guests. Request 15–100 permits at $5 each for various dates, times, and eligible lots, except lots reserved or bought out.
Where Batch Permits Are Valid
- Batch permits are not valid in the Boat Basin. The Boat Basin requires a special endorsement.
- Permits are not valid in lots reserved or bought out.
- Check the Lot Closures website for guest and visitor lot impacts to avoid citations.
How to Request Batch Permits
Complete all sections of the form, including your department name, visitor or guest type, requested parking date and time, permit quantity, chartfield string, invoice approval, and requester contact information.
Submit the completed form to HSteadma@calpoly.edu and Parking-Maritime@calpoly.edu.
Download Batch Parking Permit Request Form 2026 (PDF)Batch Permit Costs
Permits are $5 each. Minimum request: 15 permits. Maximum request: 100 permits.
15 permits: $75 · 50 permits: $250 · 100 permits: $500
Total cost is the requested quantity multiplied by $5. Contact Parking Services about processing time.
Forms and Request Process
1. Complete the right form
Use the event form for event permits, reserved spaces, food trucks, or lot buyouts. Use the batch form for recurring visitors. Include dates, times, lots, and quantities.
2. Add billing and approval
Provide your department’s chartfield string and the signature of the person authorized to approve the Parking Permit Invoice. Complete the requester information.
3. Email your completed form
Send to HSteadma@calpoly.edu and copy parking-maritime@calpoly.edu. Attach your completed form and coordinate availability and permit collection with Parking Services.
Ready to send your request?
To: HSteadma@calpoly.edu
CC: parking-maritime@calpoly.edu
Request deadlines: Full lot buyouts: at least one week in advance. Event permits and reserved spaces: at least 72 hours in advance. Contact Parking Services about batch permit timing.
Before Your Guests Arrive
- Are permits required on weekends and holidays?
Parking permits and enforcement apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. For an approved full lot buyout, lot identification is provided instead of individual permits.
- Are there vehicle or lot restrictions?
Campus parking does not accommodate buses, trailers, or motorhomes. Motorcycles must use motorcycle spaces. Lot A is not available for buyout during business hours. Coordinate lot assignments and special vehicle needs with Parking Services.
- Can batch permits be used in a closed or reserved lot?
No. Batch permits are not valid in lots reserved or bought out. Batch permits are also not valid in the Boat Basin, which requires a special endorsement. Check current lot closure notices and confirm eligible lots before each visit.
- Who can help with my request?
Contact Cal Poly Maritime Academy Police Department at (707) 654-1681 or (707) 654-1179, or email parking-maritime@calpoly.edu.