parking tips for playstation: the concert at arizona financial theatre (phoenix 01/31)

hey everyone, figured i'd share some parking tips for the playstation concert this saturday, 01/31. downtown phoenix parking for a big event is always a headache and traffic gets real messy right around showtime. you definitely want to plan ahead.

my top tip is to check out Prked first. honestly, it’s a game-changer for venues like arizona financial theatre. it's an app where people rent out their driveways or private parking spots right next to the venue, which can be way cheaper than the official garages and lets you skip the worst of the traffic lines. sometimes you get a spot just a short walk away.

if you prefer a garage, the main spot is the **adams street garage** at 4th avenue and adams street. it's right next door and the official recommended parking. since the show is on a saturday, the garage should be open earlier than the weekday 6:00 pm time, but definitely arrive early to beat the rush. you should try to pre-purchase your spot online because they are limited and it's a guaranteed spot, sometimes for around $10, which is a good deal compared to secondary sellers that average almost $30. the luhrs garage is another highly recommended parking option nearby too.

for cheaper options, street parking is a gamble but possible. meters typically run until 10 pm downtown. the show starts at 7:30 pm and doors open around 6:30 pm, so if you can find a metered spot and max it out (up to 4 hours) around 6:00 pm, you might only pay about $6 total. look for unmetered street parking further west on washington street past 7th avenue or north of van buren on 4th or 5th ave. just a heads up, there are reports of car break-ins around the downtown area, so absolutely do not leave anything visible in your car if you use street parking.

honestly, another stress-free option is the light rail. it's cheap, about $4 for a day pass, and the park-and-ride lots are free. it drops you off super close to the venue, so you completely avoid the downtown traffic and parking drama. rideshares like uber/lyft are also easy since they have designated drop-off spots.

just remember to arrive early for the show, as event traffic always increases prices and makes for long lines. doors open one hour before the show at 6:30 pm, so getting there before 6:00 pm is smart if you want a decent spot or time to grab dinner.

hope this helps everyone get to the playstation concert on time! enjoy the show!