About this Location

Facility Overview

The 2018 Market Street Parking facility is a prime, open-air surface parking lot positioned in the heart of Denver\'s historic Lower Downtown (LoDo) and Ballpark neighborhoods. Situated along Market Street between 20th and 21st Streets, this location delivers effortless drive-up accessibility in one of the city\'s most energetic entertainment corridors. Because it operates as an outdoor surface lot without low-clearance overhead structures, it is extraordinarily accommodating for a wide variety of vehicle profiles. Standard sedans, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and commercial vans equipped with ski boxes, roof racks, or elevated equipment can park without the vertical clearance concerns common to underground or multi-level downtown garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking destination is virtually unbeatable for sports and entertainment enthusiasts visiting central Denver. Coors Field, the iconic home of Major League Baseball\'s Colorado Rockies, is situated just two short blocks away (a quick 3- to 4-minute walk), making this lot one of the premier staging grounds for game days. Visitors can also explore the following destinations within easy walking distance:

McGregor Square: Just a 4-minute stroll away, offering outdoor screen events, dining halls, boutique retail, and entertainment plazas.
The Dairy Block: Located 5 minutes away, featuring the acclaimed Denver Milk Market food hall and artisanal cocktail lounges.
LoDo Nightlife & Dining: Directly surrounded by Denver\'s highest concentration of sports taverns, craft breweries, rooftop lounges, and live music venues along Market and Blake Streets.
Denver Union Station: Approximately an 8- to 10-minute walk, providing access to historic architecture, upscale dining, and regional rail lines.
RiNo (River North Art District): Less than a 15-minute walk or 3-minute rideshare northeast, renowned for urban murals, craft cideries, and trendy culinary spots.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via Market Street, connecting directly to Denver\'s downtown grid. Outbound drivers can easily navigate north along 20th Street to quickly join Interstate 25 (Exit 212C) or Park Avenue West to connect with Interstate 70, bypassing much of the congested financial district traffic after high-attendance events. For commuters and visitors utilizing public transit, the lot sits within short walking distance of the RTD Free MetroRide and multiple central bus routes, while the Denver Union Station transit pavilion provides swift access to RTD commuter rail (including the University of Colorado A-Line directly to Denver International Airport) and regional light rail corridors.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodates high-roof vehicles, large pickups, and rooftop accessories.
Contactless Mobile Payments: Quick pay-by-phone and digital payment integration supported via major parking apps (such as ParkMobile or QR-code scan-to-pay kiosks).
Well-Lit Grounds: Equipped with perimeter and overhead flood lighting for added visibility and comfort during late-night returns.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible spaces situated near street entry points for smooth pedestrian transitions.
24/7 Access: Continuous around-the-clock availability, making it suitable for overnight hotel guests, evening revelers, and early-morning workers.

Ideal For

Coors Field Baseball Fans: Beat stadium garage queues and enjoy a swift, two-block walk to the main entry gates.
Weekend Nightlife & Dining Patrons: Secure parking right in the epicenter of the Ballpark and LoDo hospitality districts.
Downtown Commuters: Convenient weekday parking options within walking distance of central downtown creative agencies, co-working hubs, and tech offices.
High-Profile & Oversized Vehicles: An optimal alternative for drivers of tall trucks and vans unable to fit into height-restricted downtown garages.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Due to its close proximity to Coors Field, parking rates frequently shift to event-based flat rates during Colorado Rockies home games, concerts, and stadium festivals. Spaces fill up rapidly on game days, so arriving 60 to 90 minutes prior to first pitch or reserving parking in advance via affiliated mobile apps is highly advised. When exiting post-game, turning northwest onto 20th Street offers the quickest route to I-25 North and South.