About this Location

Facility Overview

The Collier Street Parking Lot, professionally operated in partnership with LAZ Parking and the City of Binghamton, is a dedicated open-air surface parking facility situated at 73 Collier Street in the heart of Downtown Binghamton, NY. Offering approximately 83 well-marked parking spaces, this lot provides an accessible, quick-turnaround ground-level parking alternative to crowded multi-level garages. The facility features a straightforward, flat layout with clear vehicular drive aisles and pedestrian access directly out onto Collier Street and nearby State Street.

Because the Collier Street Lot is an outdoor, open-sky parking area, it features no overhead height restrictions. Standard passenger cars, crossover utility vehicles, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and rooftop cargo carriers can navigate and park with complete ease. Unlike low-clearance downtown garages, drivers of high-roof vans, commercial light-duty work trucks, and specialized transport vans will appreciate the obstruction-free vertical headroom.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically situated just south of Court Street, the Collier Street Parking Lot places visitors within immediate walking distance of downtown Binghamton's civic, entertainment, and dining centerpoints:

Visions Veterans Memorial Arena: Located just a 6-to-8 minute walk (0.4 miles) across the Court Street bridge, making this surface lot a premier choice for Binghamton Black Bears hockey games, high-energy concerts, and arena events without the bottleneck gridlock of arena-adjacent structures.
The Forum Theatre: Broome County’s historic performing arts theater on Washington Street is an easy 5-minute walk away, perfect for Binghamton Philharmonic performances, Broadway touring shows, and stand-up comedy specials.
Court Street & State Street Dining Hub: Steps from popular eateries, gastro pubs, and nightlife, including The Colonial, Lost Dog Café & Lounge, 205 Dry, Dillinger's Celtic Pub & Eatery, and Stone Fox.
Binghamton University Downtown Center (UDC): Situated just 3 blocks west (a 5-minute walk), providing convenient off-campus parking for students, faculty, and academic visitors.
Civic & Government District: Moments from Binghamton City Hall, the Broome County Office Building, Family Court, and the New York State Office Building.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via Collier Street, with easy pass-through connections toward State Street and Court Street. Drivers navigating to the lot benefit from fast arterial access via the Brandywine Highway (NY-363), connecting seamlessly to Interstate 81, Interstate 86 (NY-17), and NY-434. The surface layout permits swift post-event departures, avoiding the long wait times often experienced when exiting elevated parking ramps after arena games or theater curtain calls.

For regional and local transit connections, the Greater Binghamton Transportation Center (BC Junction) on Chenango Street is less than a 10-minute walk north. This centralized hub hosts local Broome County Transit (BC Transit) bus routes as well as intercity transit carriers including Greyhound, Trailways, Coach USA, and Megabus.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: 83 surface parking bays offering zero overhead clearance obstacles.
Modern Payment Flexibility: Convenient on-site automated kiosks supporting credit/debit card transactions and mobile app payment integration via LAZ Parking and local parking platforms.
ADA Accessibility: Designated barrier-free accessible parking spaces conveniently positioned near pedestrian sidewalks.
Well-Lit Grounds: Perimeter illumination across the lot for safety and visibility during evening dining and nighttime events.
Affordable City Rates: Highly economical hourly and evening flat rates compared to major metropolitan parking costs.

Ideal For

Sports & Entertainment Fans: Tailored for attendees headed to Visions Veterans Memorial Arena or the Forum Theatre seeking easy escape routes after events.
Downtown Commuters & Municipal Visitors: Ideal for county employees, court visitors, and city professionals seeking daytime parking close to government offices.
Nightlife & Weekend Diners: Conveniently located directly off State and Court Street for bar-goers, restaurant guests, and weekend socializers.
University Commuters: Excellent off-street staging ground for students and guest lecturers attending classes or events at the Binghamton University Downtown Center.

Visitor & Driver Tips

While the Collier Street Lot is accessible around the clock, parkers should note that the City of Binghamton strictly enforces seasonal winter maintenance regulations; overnight parking is prohibited between 4:00 AM and 6:30 AM from December 1st through March 15th to facilitate snow removal. For high-attendance arena concerts or playoff hockey games, aim to arrive 30 to 45 minutes prior to scheduled start times to claim one of the 83 spaces. Keep your license plate number handy when paying at the kiosk or through the app, as the lot utilizes modern pay-by-plate digital enforcement.