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Coliseum Game Day: Parking, Metro, and Rideshare Guide

The LA Memorial Coliseum will host athletics finals, rugby sevens, and the Olympic cauldron—meaning shoulder-to-shoulder crowds and layers of security. Whether you park on-site, ride Metro, or hop a shuttle from Downtown, this plan will get you to your seat (and back to your hotel) without the stress.

Quick hits before you go#

• Download your parking pass or Metro TAP QR code to Apple/Google Wallet—cell service around the Coliseum can bog down pre-event.
• Expect airport-style screening. Gates open 120 minutes before competition; arrive early and soak up the peristyle views.
• Stay hydrated and sun-protected. The Olympic cauldron amplifies the heat; bring a collapsible water bottle to refill once inside.
• Review our Car-Free Olympics playbook if you’re mixing venues and want to minimize car time.

Parking strategy (if you must drive)#

• On-campus lots (A, B, 2, 4): These sell out quickly and require pre-booking through the LA28 spectator portal. Expect $80–$120 depending on session.
• Expo Park overflow: The Expo Center garages and USC structures add inventory for late buyers. Budget a 15-minute walk plus security check.
• Park & Glide: Lots at Dodger Stadium and the LA Zoo bundle parking with express shuttles; perfect if you’re staying in Los Feliz or Burbank.
• Game-day tips: Remain on Figueroa or Vermont until wayfinding staff directs you—cut-through streets are closed and patrolled.

Metro + shuttle options#

• E Line (Expo): Jumps between Santa Monica ↔ Downtown LA. Exit at Expo Park/USC for the south gates or Expo/Vermont for the peristyle.
• B/D Lines: Transfer at 7th/Metro to the E Line if you’re coming from Hollywood, Koreatown, or Union Station.
• LA28 Coliseum Shuttle: Continuous loop from LA Live (Figueroa & 12th) to Exposition Park. Runs three hours before and 90 minutes after events.
• Micromobility: Bike and scooter corrals sit along Exposition Boulevard. Bring your own lock; shared devices must be parked in marked corrals to avoid fines.

Staying near SoFi Stadium? Pair this route with our SoFi hotel guide and ride the K Line north to Expo/Crenshaw, then transfer to the E Line.

Rideshare, drop-offs, and late-night exits#

• Dedicated rideshare lots sit at Flower Street & 37th Place (north) and Vermont & 39th (west). Expect queues; order once you clear security to avoid cancellations.
• Tap the Olympic pin in Uber/Lyft for dynamic wayfinding; surge pricing spikes after medal ceremonies, so consider waiting for the second wave.
• If you’re biking or walking to the Figueroa corridor, stick with the crowd. LAPD adds lighting towers and marshals, but side streets are quiet late.

Where to refuel nearby#

• Within Exposition Park: The Center of Science and the Natural History Museum host pop-up cafes and cooling lounges.
• Figueroa Corridor: Enjoy post-event tacos at El Huero or Mediterranean plates at The Lab. Most kitchens extend hours until midnight during the Games.
• Support stops: CVS at Figueroa & Adams keeps extended hours for OTC meds; Ralphs on Vermont stocks travel snacks and electrolyte drinks.

FAQs#

Q: Can I tailgate in the parking lots?
A: LA28 bans open flames and alcohol in official lots. Plan a picnic in Exposition Park’s designated areas or book a table nearby instead.

Q: What if I have accessibility needs?
A: ADA parking is available in Lots 2 and 4 with advance registration. Metro’s Access Services offers door-to-door rides—book at least 24 hours ahead to secure a slot.