Facility Overview

The East Garage at LM Montclair (situated at 2 S Willow Street in the heart of downtown Montclair, New Jersey) is a modern, structured multi-level parking facility built to serve the vibrant Seymour Street Arts and Entertainment District. Offering secure, covered parking across multiple well-lit tiers, this facility provides an exceptional parking solution directly adjacent to the Wellmont Arts Plaza. The garage features wide drive aisles, generous stall dimensions, and clear directional wayfinding, making it suitable for standard passenger sedans, crossovers, mid-size pickup trucks, and full-size SUVs. Drivers of lifted trucks, oversized commercial vans, or vehicles equipped with rooftop cargo boxes should check posted overhead clearance warnings at the entrance (standard garage clearance is approximately 7 feet) before proceeding inside.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located immediately south of Bloomfield Avenue, the East Garage offers unrivaled proximity to downtown Montclair’s top cultural, dining, and retail destinations:

• The Wellmont Theater: Located less than a 2-minute walk away (approx. 200 feet), making this garage the primary parking choice for concertgoers and live show attendees.
• Wellmont Arts Plaza & Seymour Street: Direct step-out access to public gathering plazas, seasonal outdoor markets, art installations, and community events.
• Downtown Montclair Dining & Nightlife: Direct pedestrian access to celebrated Bloomfield Avenue and Church Street eateries, including Faubourg, Raymond’s, Samba, and numerous craft cafes and cocktail lounges.
• The Clairidge Cinema: Approximately a 4-minute walk away for indie and documentary film screenings.
• Montclair Art Museum (MAM): Just under a mile west down Bloomfield Avenue, easily reached via a 15-minute stroll or a quick 3-minute rideshare.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are positioned along South Willow Street, easily accessible off Bloomfield Avenue, Glenridge Avenue, or Elm Street. The facility features automated gates and clear exit lanes engineered to handle discharge surges following sold-out shows at The Wellmont Theater. For regional commuters and day-trippers, the garage is well-situated near major transportation arteries:

• NJ Transit Rail: Walnut Street Station and Bay Street Station (Montclair-Boonton Line) are both approximately 0.7 miles away (12 to 15 minutes on foot), offering direct transit access to Hoboken and New York Penn Station.
• Bus Connections: Steps away from Bloomfield Avenue stops serving NJ Transit bus routes 11, 28, and 29.
• Road Highways: Convenient access via Route 23, Route 3, the Garden State Parkway (Exit 148), and Route 46/Interstate 80 corridors.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Multi-level, fully covered parking providing weather-protected parking year-round.
• Energy-efficient high-visibility LED lighting throughout all decks and stairwells.
• Passenger elevator access and clean pedestrian vestibules serving all levels.
• Designated ADA-accessible parking spaces located in close proximity to elevator cores.
• Automated contactless payment kiosks and support for mobile parking applications such as ParkMobile.
• 24/7 security surveillance cameras and regular security patrols.

Ideal For

• Concertgoers and event patrons heading to The Wellmont Theater and the Wellmont Arts Plaza.
• Visitors enjoying weekend dining, shopping, and entertainment along Bloomfield Avenue and Church Street.
• Guests and patrons of Two South Willow residential and retail establishments.
• Business professionals and daytime commuters seeking convenient daily covered parking in central Montclair.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Due to high demand during concert nights at The Wellmont Theater, traffic along Bloomfield Avenue and South Willow Street can slow down significantly. Drivers attending evening performances are encouraged to arrive 45 to 60 minutes prior to showtime to easily secure a spot and avoid queueing at the entrance gates. Take note of your parked floor and space number or take a quick photo of the nearest elevator bay signage. If paying via mobile parking apps like ParkMobile, make sure to enter your accurate license plate details prior to leaving the vehicle.