About this Location

Facility Overview

The Morgantown Event Center Parking Garage is a premier covered parking structure conveniently situated at 2 Waterfront Place in Morgantown, West Virginia. Located directly in the bustling Wharf District along the eastern bank of the Monongahela River, the garage was purpose-built to serve the Morgantown Event Center and the adjoining Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place. The multi-level facility offers approximately 300 covered parking spaces designed across tiers that take advantage of the waterfront's natural hillside grade, featuring convenient lower and upper access points. A direct enclosed concourse seamlessly links the parking decks to the 23,000-square-foot event venue and the hotel, allowing visitors to reach conferences, banquets, and performances completely protected from the elements.

Regarding vehicle suitability, standard passenger sedans, compact crossovers, minivans, and mid-to-full-size SUVs navigate the facility with ease. The covered decks maintain a standard interior vertical clearance typical of modern commercial structures (approximately 7 feet), so motorists driving lifted pickup trucks, commercial cargo vans, or rooftop-box equipped vehicles should take care to check the entrance clearance signage before entry. For oversized vehicles, buses, and RVs, ground-level surface parking areas are available adjacent to the property perimeter.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in one of Morgantown’s most picturesque and dynamic corridors, this garage puts motorists within effortless walking distance of top cultural, scenic, and academic destinations:

Morgantown Event Center & Grand Ballroom: Connected directly to the garage via an enclosed pedestrian walkway, making this the single most convenient parking option for gala attendees, trade show delegates, and concertgoers.
Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place: Steps away, serving hotel guests, conference attendees, and diners visiting the on-site dining and coffee venues.
Caperton Rail-Trail: Immediately borders the garage and event center, providing scenic riverside pedestrian and bicycle connections along the Monongahela River.
Hazel Ruby McQuain Riverfront Park & Amphitheater: Located an easy 5- to 7-minute stroll north along the rail-trail, hosting community festivals, seasonal celebrations, and outdoor concerts.
Wharf District Dining: Within a 2- to 6-minute walk, discover beloved local dining spots including Mountain State Brewing Company, Oliverio's Ristorante on the Wharf, Table 9, and Flour & Feed.
Downtown Morgantown & High Street: A brisk 10- to 12-minute walk uphill brings you to the heart of downtown retail, independent bookstores, cafes, and nightlife venues.
West Virginia University (WVU) Downtown Campus: Approximately a 12- to 15-minute walk to Stewart Hall, Reynolds Hall, and the downtown academic core.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Arriving at the Morgantown Event Center Parking Garage is straightforward from regional highway arteries. Motorists arriving via Interstate 68 can take Exit 1 onto US-119 North, proceeding straight along Don Knotts Boulevard directly into the Wharf District. Drivers can enter from Waterfront Place at the signalized intersection or navigate around to the secondary access approach along Warren Street. The two-tier layout helps distribute inbound flow smoothly even during large-scale banquet or convention arrivals.

Exiting following high-capacity events is well organized, funneling motorists quickly onto Don Knotts Boulevard and University Avenue. For public transit connections, the Morgantown Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) Walnut Street Station is roughly a 10-minute walk away, linking passengers to WVU's Evansdale, Health Sciences, and Engineering campuses in minutes. Mountain Line Transit Authority city buses also service nearby stops along University Avenue, offering dependable municipal transit coverage.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Direct Enclosed Access: Fully sheltered pedestrian walkway connects straight into the Morgantown Event Center and Marriott conference facilities.
Multi-Level Weather Protection: Covered parking decks shield vehicles from West Virginia winter snow, summer heat, and rain.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces positioned closest to elevators and concourse access corridors.
Safety & Monitoring: Bright overhead LED lighting throughout all driving lanes and pedestrian areas, complemented by surveillance monitoring and emergency contact call stations.
Automated Payment Options: Convenient pay stations and gate ticket validators accepting all major credit and debit cards.
Electric Vehicle Charging: Level 2 EV charging stations available on-site within the Waterfront Place campus.
Trailhead Proximity: Direct ground-level access straight onto the Caperton Rail-Trail for walking and running.

Ideal For

Event & Conference Attendees: The premier parking deck for corporate conferences, trade expos, trade associations, and formal receptions hosted at the Morgantown Event Center.
Hotel Guests & Diners: Overnight guests and restaurant patrons visiting the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place.
Wharf District Diners & Nightlife Goers: Convenient covered parking for an evening out at nearby waterfront eateries and craft taprooms.
Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater Patrons: A comfortable parking base for summer riverside concerts and festivals.
WVU Visitors & Commuters: University guests, visiting faculty, and interviewees seeking reliable parking near the Downtown campus.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To ensure a frictionless visit, plan to arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes prior to scheduled start times for major ticketed concerts, banquets, or regional conferences, as the garage can reach full capacity during sellout gatherings. Keep your entry ticket in a safe and dry place inside your vehicle or wallet, and consider paying at the walk-up pay stations inside the lobby concourse prior to returning to your car to accelerate your exit through the departure gates. If you are navigating by GPS, setting the destination specifically to '2 Waterfront Place, Morgantown, WV' will guide you directly to the primary complex entrance off Don Knotts Boulevard.