parking tips for michigan state spartans hockey vs. michigan wolverines hockey at munn ice arena (east lansing 12/05)

hey everyone, big rivalry game against the wolverines on 12/05 and parking at munn is always a nightmare, especially for a friday night game when all of east lansing is getting off work and class. figured i'd share the usual breakdown and a killer shortcut to skip the chaos.

first, if you want the absolute easiest experience, check out Prked. honestly, this is the way. people who live in the neighborhood right next to munn and the breslin center rent out their driveways or garage spots on the app. it's way cheaper than what you'd pay for a last-minute pass and you can reserve a spot ahead of time. the best part is skipping all the traffic trying to funnel into the main lots and the short walk lets you avoid the post-game jam on birch and shaw.

for the official msu route, public parking is usually $5 (cash or card) in the lots surrounding munn ice arena. the key public lots are 62, 79, 124, lot 63, the kellogg center ramp (ramp 4), and ramp 7 . the lots officially open two hours before puck drop, so since the game is at 8:30 pm , you can get in starting at 6:30 pm . you absolutely have to get there right when they open for a good spot, because it's msu-uofm and they fill up fast . accessible parking is available for $5 in lot 126 .

a little insider tip about traffic: on friday nights, trowbridge road and harrison road are a total headache getting onto campus . if you can, try navigating your way to shaw lane to cut across and get to the lots near the arena, it's usually a bit better . getting out is the real mess, everyone leaves at once, so pack your patience for the exit.

other alternatives: you could try downtown east lansing. park in one of the municipal garages, like the one on albert ave, and walk through campus . it's a bit of a longer walk but you completely avoid the campus traffic getting out, which might save you time overall. if you don't mind gambling, lot 67 near jenison fieldhouse sometimes offers free parking for weekday sports events, but that's a gamble for a rivalry game like this .

in short: Prked for stress-free close parking, or lots 62/79 for the cheapest official $5 option, but be there at 6:30 pm and avoid trowbridge/harrison.

hope this helps everyone score a spot for the big game! go green!