Game Day Parking Guide
Head to Boone for a Big Game
Autumn and Appalachian State football go together like the Blue Ridge Parkway and scenic views.
The 2024 season schedule includes home games on August 31 and September 19 and 28, October 26, and November 2 and 23.
For more on how to prepare for the game, visit our Game Day Planning Page.
HEADS UP:
Please be aware that the Town of Boone has an open container law that prohibits open alcoholic beverages on public property including streets and sidewalks in downtown Boone. Appalachian State University also has similar policies on campus property. However, many parking areas permit tailgating, and some permit alcoholic beverages.
Ride for FREE:
The AppalCART is a FREE bus system you can take on weekend Game Days in Boone.
- Find Game Day route schedules at AppalCART.com
- Two paratransit vehicles and one bus will shuttle passengers from the Hill Street (Disability Parking) lot to the Stadium and back.
PARKING AREAS:
(Prices and Policies are subject to change). Prices are per parking spot. Scroll down for an interactive map.
PRO TIPS:
- When you enter a parking lot before paying, ask if they allow tailgating. If tailgating is allowed, make sure you ask if they allow grills and alcoholic beverages on the property.
- There is a Clear Bag Policy at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Be sure to leave any other bags in the car.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - 375 W. KING STREET
$30 Parking Donation
Tailgating Allowed - No Charcoal Grills
Open: Saturday mornings at 8 am (no overnight parking); 1 pm for evening games
Contact: First Baptist Church (828) 264-2441 (First come, first serve; no reservations)
HARDIN STREET - UPPER LOT @ 135 HARDIN STREET
$$ Parking Fee
Tailgating Allowed
Open: Saturday mornings at 9 am (No overnight parking)
Alcohol policy not specified - please ask
CORNER OF CHERRY DR. & KING STREET
$$ Parking Fee
Tailgating Allowed
Open: Saturday mornings at 9 am (No overnight parking)
Alcohol policy not specified - please ask
THE HOPE CENTER - 208 HOWARD STREET
$30 Parking Fee
First Come, First Serve (no reservations)
Open: Anytime on Game Day
LOT NEXT TO EARTH FARE - 116 & 140 W. KING STREET
$300 Full Season Parking Pass Only
Sofield Rentals - 828-743-8246
Call to pre-purchase only: first come, first serve. Tailgating allowed - no overnight parking.
LOT BEHIND EARTH FARE - 178 W. KING STREET
$50 Parking Fee
Sofield Rentals - 828-743-8246
Call to pre-purchase only: first come, first serve. Tailgating allowed - no overnight parking.
OAK STREET PARKING - 142, 196, AND 170 OAK STREET
$30 - 300 Parking Fee - Single Game and Season Parking passes
Sofield Rentals - 828-743-8246
Call to pre-purchase: first come, first serve on game day. Tailgating policies vary - please ask!
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH - 115 E. KING STREET (ACROSS FROM DAN'L BOONE INN RESTAURANT)
Donation-based
Tailgating allowed - no alcohol & no large grills
Open: 5 hours prior to the Game (No overnight parking; no reservations)
Contact: Grace Lutheran Church (828) 264-2206
AUSTIN & BARNES FUNERAL HOME LOT - 194 QUEEN STREET
$20 Parking Fee
Tailgating Allowed - No grills & no public restrooms
Open: Saturday mornings about 9 am (around 5 pm for evening games); Subject to change depending on funeral schedule
ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - 170 COUNCILL STREET
$20 Parking Fee
No Tailgating Allowed - No Restrooms
Open: FIVE (5) hours before kickoff (see schedule here)
Contact: (828) 264-8943 (First come, first serve; no reservations)
TOWN OF BOONE - QUEEN STREET PAY LOT (ALONG THE STREET)
Normal enforcement 8 am - 5 pm. $1.00 per hour, up to eight hours
Parking only; no tailgating or alcohol allowed
Contact: McLaurin Parking 828-264-2645
TOWN OF BOONE - KING STREET PAY LOT @ 567 W. KING STREET
Normal enforcement hours 8 am - 5 pm; $1 per hour, up to eight hours
Tailgating allowed - No Alcohol
Contact: McLaurin Parking 828-264-2645
TOWN OF BOONE - DEPOT STREET PAY LOT (IMMEDIATELY BEHIND MELANIE'S FOOD FANTASY)
Normal enforcement hours are 8 am - 5 pm; $1 per hour, free after 5 pm.
Tailgating allowed - No alcohol
Contact: McLaurin Parking 828-264-2645
PARKING SPACES AROUND THE COURTHOUSE & WATAUGA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
There are about 80 parking spaces around the Courthouse and County offices. Most of these parking lots are accessible off of Queen street or Water Street. The spaces are currently free. Tailgating is allowed, but no alcohol is allowed in these lots. No overnight parking.
TOWN OF BOONE METERED SPACES & KIOSK PAY LOTS
Downtown Boone has 200 smart meter parking spots available first come, first serve for $1.00 per hour. All metered parking is available for UP TO 2 HOURS (not a good option for the game, but a great option if you're planning to watch the game at a local restaurant). All kiosk-paid parking lots allow UP TO 8 HOURS of parking. Use this Interactive Downtown Boone Parking Map to locate town metered and kiosk spaces.
