Tampa Bay Rays Postseason Parking Guide

Tampa Bay Rays Postseason Parking Guide

October 1, 2026 - Postseason baseball is back in St. Pete! As the Tampa Bay Rays make their playoff run, downtown will be buzzing. Game 1 will be played on Saturday, October 3 at 6:30 p.m., and Game 2 will follow on Monday, October 5 at 8 p.m. Here's everything you need to know to get around, get to the game, and enjoy the excitement.

General Parking and Traffic Tips

Expect heavy traffic. Plan on taking extra time to travel and park for all playoff games.

On-site parking will be 100 percent prepaid, so if you don't buy a parking pass from the Rays in advance, plan on avoiding the roads immediately around the ballpark and drive straight to off-site parking. Many lots and garages will be available within walking distance, including a new 540-space garage recently opened at 1301 Central Ave., directly across from Ferg's Bar & Grill, and don't forget overflow parking downtown with a free baseball shuttle (more info below). Find additional parking options at www.stpete.org/Parking .

Other Transportation Options

Baseball Shuttle

The Baseball Shuttle will be operating for every playoff game. The shuttle service starts two hours before the game and continues until one hour after the game ends, approximately every five minutes.

Buses and trolleys will be providing the shuttle service. Trolleys are equipped with a wheelchair lift. The shuttle is free to ride.

Shuttle Stop Locations

See routes here: https://www.loopertrolley.com/events/baseball-shuttle

The SunRunner

Catch a ride with the SunRunner, PSTA's Bus Rapid Transit service. With service from St. Pete Beach through west and central St. Pete downtown every 15 minutes at peak times, PSTA will be adding additional buses in anticipation of increased use. The SunRunner is a quick, easy, and affordable way to get to playoff games. Service runs until midnight.

Stations near Tropicana Field

Find the schedule, stops, and more information at https://www.psta.net/SunRunner.

E-Scooters

E-scooter options are available for rent at designated corrals across downtown. E-scooters offer a fun, car-free way to get around and experience downtown St. Pete. Download the smartphone apps to get started. More info at www.stpete.org/Scooters .

Bike Share

Lime bikes are a convenient option to get around downtown St. Pete. Learn more about St. Pete's bike share program at www.stpete.org/BikeShare .

Ride Share

Uber/Lyft drop-off and pick-up locations will be at 4th Ave. S by Lot 7 and 17th St. S by Lot 3.