About this Location

Facility Overview

The 100 W 3rd St Garage (commonly recognized locally as the Midtown Parking Deck or Third Street Garage) serves as a central multi-level parking facility in the heart of downtown Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Managed under municipal parking oversight, this structured covered garage provides weather-protected parking across multiple elevated tiers alongside ground-level spaces. The facility is engineered to comfortably accommodate standard passenger vehicles, compact cars, crossover utility vehicles, and mid-sized SUVs. Full-size pickup trucks and standard SUVs can easily navigate the wide turning bays and standard stall widths, though drivers of oversized commercial vans, high-roof utility vehicles, and lifted trucks should be mindful of the posted overhead clearance restrictions (typically 6 feet 8 inches to 7 feet depending on the deck level).

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned along the vibrant West 3rd Street corridor, this facility offers immediate pedestrian access to Williamsport’s premier cultural, legal, and entertainment districts:

Community Arts Center (CAC): Located just two blocks away on West 4th Street (a 3 to 4-minute walk), making this garage the go-to parking choice for concerts, touring Broadway productions, and regional symphony performances.
Lycoming County Courthouse & Government Complex: Situated less than a 2-minute walk east, ideal for jurors, attorneys, county personnel, and municipal visitors.
Trade & Transit Centre I & II: Adjacent to the facility, hosting civic meetings, corporate events, and public transit connections.
Downtown Dining & Nightlife: Direct walking access to Pine Square, local breweries, bistros, and historic restaurants along West 4th and West 3rd Streets.
Penn College of Technology & Historic Millionaires\' Row: Within a 5-minute drive or brisk walk west of downtown.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress are smoothly managed via designated entry lanes off West 3rd Street and connecting side streets/alleys, minimizing downtown congestion even during evening events at the Community Arts Center. The facility is directly linked to the River Valley Transit (RVT) network centered at the adjacent Trade & Transit Centre, providing seamless bus connections throughout Williamsport, Montoursville, and surrounding Lycoming County communities. For regional travelers, the garage is conveniently located minutes from Interstate 180 (Exit 27A/27B) and U.S. Route 15, offering rapid highway access for cross-state commuters.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered Multi-Deck Structure: Shields vehicles from winter snow, ice, and intense summer heat.
Accessible ADA Parking: Clearly marked handicap-accessible bays positioned near elevator shafts and ground-level pedestrian exits.
Lighting & Surveillance: Illuminated parking decks, stairwells, and active surveillance systems to support patron safety day and night.
Flexible Payment Systems: Automated pay stations supporting debit/credit cards and cash, alongside integration with municipal mobile parking payment platforms.
Pedestrian Convenience: Well-maintained stairwells and elevators providing quick street-level access to 3rd and 4th Streets.

Ideal For

Theater & Event Attendees: Visitors heading to live stage shows, movies, and galas at the Community Arts Center.
Courthouse & Legal Visitors: Attorneys, clients, and municipal employees needing dependable, all-day covered parking near county administrative offices.
Downtown Commuters & Remote Workers: Professionals and office workers seeking affordable daily or monthly parking passes.
Weekend Diners & Shoppers: Patrons visiting local craft breweries, artisanal cafes, and downtown boutiques.

Visitor & Driver Tips

While the garage provides ample space for everyday business traffic, it fills quickly during major weekend performances at the CAC and downtown festivals like First Friday. Plan to arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes ahead of scheduled curtain times to secure an easy lower-level space and breeze through the entry lanes. Remember your ticket or pay by license plate upon arrival depending on the active pay station instructions, and note your parking level number near the stairwell before heading out to dine or attend an event.