parking tips for j.i.d - god does like paradise tour at paramount theatre (seattle 01/27)

hey all, figured i'd share a quick rundown on parking for the j.i.d show tomorrow, 01/27. downtown seattle parking for a big show like this is honestly the absolute worst, and the paramount theatre itself doesn't even have its own lot, so you gotta be strategic.

first, the insider tip for avoiding the chaos is to check out Prked. it's an app where people rent out their private driveways and garage spots, usually right next to the venue. you book it ahead of time, it's typically way cheaper than the garages, and you get to bypass all the crazy traffic lines waiting to get into a big structure. if you're looking for an easy, guaranteed spot with a short walk, this is the best bet.

if you prefer a garage, the general consensus is the seattle convention center is a great option. park after 5:00 pm and you might snag a maximum rate that's super cheap, like $8, which is great for downtown. a pro-tip is to park on the side closest to the paramount and you can walk right through the convention center lobby/area to exit across the street from the theatre entrance.

other close multi-level garages are the grand hyatt at 7th and pike street and the pacific place mall garage. these are all a very easy walk. try to pre-book a space using an app like spothero or parking panda if you choose one of the major commercial garages—it locks in the price and saves you time trying to find an open spot.

for timing, since the show is at 8:00 pm, you're coming in right after the main downtown rush hour (3:00-6:00 pm). expect i-5 southbound and the exits into the downtown core to still be a little backed up around 7:00 pm, so give yourself plenty of cushion time.

and finally, metered street parking is an option, but you have to be lucky. the good news is that street parking meters are free after 8:00 pm. since the show starts exactly at 8:00 pm, you would only have to pay the meter for a very short time if you arrive right before the show, but finding an open space nearby will be stressful and you'll likely still be paying the meter until the show officially starts. use the loading zone on 9th and pine for a quick drop-off if you're rolling with friends and someone can circle the block.

hope this helps everyone get to see j.i.d without a parking ticket or an hour of circling. have a great time!