Parking
Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard), with discounted event-day rates available when booked in advance.
We strongly recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are subject to availability. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event.
Parking Rates
Parking rates vary depending on whether it’s an event day or a non-event day. Save 30% by pre-booking by midnight the night before the event.
Event day rates are $20 for pre-booked parking and $30 for drive-up, while the non-event day rate is a flat $7.50.
To find out which rate applies to your visit, check the upcoming events schedule.
Other Parking Options
If parking is sold out or unavailable, several private operators are located nearby:
Limited on-street parking is available along the Yarra River at the Royal Botanic Gardens.
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking must be pre-booked via Ticketek and can be secured online when you purchase your ticket.
If this option is not available for your event, please contact Ticketek’s Accessible Bookings Hotline on (03) 9286 1208, or submit a request to be contacted here.
Parking on-site is limited, and we strongly recommend booking in advance.
Please note, that there are a limited number of accessible parking bays located in front of John Cain Arena on Olympic Boulevard.
Parking Frequently Asked Questions
Is licence plate recognition used for entry and payment?
Yes. When you pre-book a car park, our system uses licence plate recognition to let your vehicle enter and exit. The system automatically activates your booking using the licence plate number you entered at the time of booking.
We take payment for pre-bookings at the time of booking. If you overstay, we’ll charge you for the additional time in line with our Car Park Terms and Conditions.
If you haven’t pre-booked, the system records your licence plate when you enter the car park and uses it when you exit to calculate the fee you owe, based on the fees displayed in the car park at the time.
What should I do if I will be arriving in a different vehicle to the one used in my pre-booking?
Log in to your account and update your registered licence plate number up to one hour before your scheduled arrival.
What should I do if I am having issues modifying my booking?
If you have any issues with your booking, please email [email protected] or call (03) 9286 1575.
What should I do if the licence plate number isn’t recognised when I try to enter the car park?
If the system doesn’t recognise your licence plate, speak to one of our attendants or press the help button at the entry gate. They’ll help you retrieve your booking and grant access.
Is there a grace period for entry and exit if I’ve pre-booked parking?
Yes. You may arrive and leave within one hour of your nominated booking time.
Can I leave and re-enter if I’ve pre-booked parking?
No. Your booking only allows one entrance and one exit.
How do I cancel my booking?
If you pre-booked online, log in to your account to manage your booking. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the event, in line with our Car Park Terms and Conditions.
