As you gear up for an exciting day in Durham, we're here to ensure your parking experience is smooth and hassle-free. Here are a few key points to keep in mind:
Road Closures and Traffic: Be mindful of traffic restrictions around campus in place to facilitate smooth traffic flow and safety. Keep an eye out for NCDOT and electronic campus signage for guidance. Please refer to each sport below for specific traffic information.
Emergency Contacts: In case of emergencies, contact Duke Police Emergency Dispatch at (919) 684-2444 or dial 9-1-1 for Durham County.
Help Us Keep Campus Clean: We count on you to help us maintain the cleanliness and safety of our parking facilities. Please adhere to all parking rules and regulations, including the proper disposal of trash and recyclables. Compliance with all federal, state and local laws, especially those concerning the use of alcoholic beverages, is crucial.
Game Day Assistance: For assistance during games, text (919) 808-5576 with your issue and location (text-only service, standard rates apply).
Parking Liability: Duke University assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to vehicles and their contents. Parking on campus is at your own risk.
Stay Informed in Real-Time: For up-to-the-minute updates on operations, parking and traffic, follow Duke Game Operations.
We're committed to making your Duke Athletics experience enjoyable. Thank you for your support and enjoy the game!
Duke Game Day Parking & Traffic Alerts
Saturday, Sept. 6
Duke will host several athletic events on West Campus:
Duke Football vs. Illinois at noon on Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium
Rod Myers Invitational at Duke University Golf Club
Duke Football Parking
For full football game day parking details: See Duke Football Game Day Parking Information listed below.
Iron Duke Parking Hours: All Iron Duke lots open at 6 a.m.
RV/OV Parking Hours: GC Valet Lot opens Friday, Sept. 5 from 6–9 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7 a.m. All RV/OV vehicles must be clear by Sunday, Sept. 7 at noon.
General Public Park & Walk Lots: Jogging Trail Lot and Chemistry Lot open at 7 a.m. Circuit Drive and Duke University Road tailgate lots open at 9 a.m. Research Drive Garage opens at 9 a.m.
General Public Courtesy Shuttle Lots: GC Lot and H Lot open at 9 a.m. Shuttle service runs from 9 a.m. until one hour postgame. Stops are located along Yearby Avenue and at Duke Chapel.
General Public Accessible Parking: STATE-ISSUED PLACARD OR PLATE REQUIRED – Blue Zone B-7 and B-4 Lots open at 7 a.m. In the event of overflow, accessible parking will be directed to Level 4 of Science Drive Garage.
Accessible Lift-Equipped Vans: Operate from 9 a.m. until one hour postgame.
Traffic Checkpoints: Will be active at 9 a.m. Iron Duke football parking permit holders must have their checkpoint pass or permit hanging from their rearview mirror. State-issued ADA placards and plates will be permitted access at checkpoints.
Game Day Parking: Only allowed in designated on-campus parking lots. Parking in local neighborhoods, shopping centers, undesignated campus lots or along roadways is prohibited.
DevilsGate and Club Blue Devil on TriBULL: Open at 9 a.m.
Blue Devil Walk: Begins at 9:50 a.m.
Stadium Gates, Blue Devil Tower, and Devils Deck: Open at 10:30 a.m.
Game Day Text Alerts: Text “Dukegameguest” to 67283 to opt in. Guests will receive one text each football game day (excluding critical weather and parking/traffic updates). Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
ACC Huddle Live from DevilsGate
ACC Huddle will broadcast live on Morton Plaza in front of Cameron Indoor Stadium on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon.
Men’s Golf Rod Myers Invitational Parking
Parking is available at Duke University Golf Club off NC 751/Cameron Blvd. Guests are strongly encouraged to arrive prior to 9 a.m., to avoid football game day traffic and congestion.
Accessible parking for guests with disabilities is available for both the general public and Iron Duke members. For more information or assistance, guests should contact Duke Access & Accommodation Services at (919) 668-1267.
ADA parking placards or license plates are required, with a limit of one car per placard.
General Public Accessible Parking:
Located in Blue Zone B-7 and B-4 Lots. Use Wannamaker Drive off of Duke University Road to enter Blue Zone lots.
Accessible drop-off and pick-up point located outside the Wilson Gate in the Blue Zone.
In the event of overflow, accessible parking will be directed to Science Drive Garage on NC 751/Cameron Blvd.
Iron Duke Accessible Parking:
To obtain a parking permit before game day, Iron Dukes should contact the Iron Duke Office at (919) 613-7575.
On-Call Lift-Equipped Vans:
For accessibility assistance to and from the stadium, vans are available from all Iron Duke and general public parking lots.
Vans run on-call and may take 15 minutes or more to arrive.
Designated pick-up points include Blue Zone B-4 Lot, outside the Wilson Gate, Whitford Drive circle and Grounds Lot bus stop.
To request a van from any game day parking lot, text “DUACCESS” to (919) 808-5576 with your location and the number of guests – “DUACCESS Van, B-4 Lot, 4 Guests.” Text messaging service only – standard messaging and data rates may apply.
For additional help, speak to a parking lot attendant.
Buses solely dropping off and picking up guests, without tailgating activities, can park at the Duke University Road 2 Lot at no charge. Bus permits should be reserved in advance via Duke Tickets.
Buses planning group tailgates are classified as RV/OVs and must secure an RV/OV parking permit for the GC Lot, detailed in the RV/OV Parking section. Non-compliant buses will be ticketed and may lose parking privileges.
For specific route information, please consult the Bus Parking & Traffic Map linked above. Buses are authorized to drop off and pick up guests at the roundabout on Towerview Road at Wannamaker Drive. Access is via the intersection of Towerview Road and Duke University Road. After drop-off, buses are directed around the roundabout onto Duke University Road to park in the Duke University Road 2 Lot. To ensure efficient post-game pick-up, buses should be positioned at the roundabout on Towerview Road by the end of the third quarter, with staging directed by Duke Parking and Traffic staff facing Duke University Road for departure.
Duke University and Medical Center faculty, staff and students should use general public parking lots on game days. Parking is free of charge.
For Saturday home games, all vehicles parked in Iron Duke parking lots must be removed prior to 6 a.m. – TOWING ENFORCED. Duke Parking & Transportation Services will send game-specific information to daily permit holders each game week. All vehicles are towed at the owner’s expense.
Enjoy free parking for all regular-sized vehicles (less than nine feet wide and 18 feet long) in our designated lots. To simplify your game day experience, our general public parking lots are color-coded with signage along pedestrian routes:
Pink Zone – Park & Walk
Jogging Trail Lot: Opens at 7 a.m. on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on weeknights, with a six-minute walk to the stadium.
Purple Zone – Park & Walk
Chemistry Lot: Opens at 7 a.m. on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on weeknights, with an eight-minute walk.
Circuit Lots: Open three hours before kickoff on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on weeknights, with a 12-14 minute walk.
Research Drive Garage: Opens three hours before kickoff on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on weeknights, with a 19-minute walk.
Green Zone – Park & Walk
Duke University Road Lots: Open five hours before kickoff on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on weeknights, with a 12-minute walk.
Yellow Zone – Courtesy Shuttle Lots
GC and H Lots – Courtesy Shuttle Service: Ideal for those looking to minimize walking. Courtesy shuttles, accessible for guests with disabilities, operate from three hours before kickoff to one hour postgame, running every 15–20 minutes. Shuttles depart from designated pick-up/drop-off points along Yearby Avenue and drop off at the Duke Chapel, from where it’s a five-minute walk to Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium through the center of campus. Postgame, guests can find shuttle queues at the Duke Chapel for the return journey.
For detailed information on lot locations and pedestrian routes, please refer to the pre-game parking and traffic map. Also, check the game-specific parking and traffic alert at the top of this page for any additional game day parking options and adjustments in lot opening times.
To obtain an Iron Duke parking permit, please visit the Iron Dukes website or call (919) 613-7575.
Iron Duke parking lots open at 6 a.m. on Saturday game days and 5 p.m. for weekday game days.
Parking permits are valid only on the Duke Football game day listed on the permit. Permits must be shown to parking staff upon lot entry and at any time inside the lot upon request.
Parking permits cannot be duplicated for any reason.
Parking permits cannot be combined to park recreational or oversized vehicles (RV/OV) outside the designated lot or to provide space for a tailgate party.
In the event of lot overflow, follow the direction of the parking attendant for the closest available location.
RV/OV parking is designed for vehicles larger than nine feet wide and/or 18 feet long. Parking spaces are 54 feet long and 18 feet wide, are not reserved, and cannot be saved for others. You may bring one tow trailer or vehicle, provided it fits within your assigned space. Duke parking staff will be on hand to assist with all RV/OV parking to ensure efficient use of the lot.
Parking Pricing: $70.00 per vehicle per game. Permits must be purchased online through Duke University Parking & Transportation Services (linked above), including purchases on game day at the lot entrance.
For Saturday Games: Parking is available exclusively in the GC Lot, accessed from Yearby Avenue off Anderson Street. RV/OV vehicles are not permitted to park in other locations. The lot is open from 6–9 p.m. on the Friday before game day and from 7 a.m. on game day, closing at noon on Sunday following the game. We recommend parking your RV/OV at least three hours prior to the game for smooth entry.
For Weeknight Games: Parking is available exclusively in the Duke University Road 2 Lot, accessed off Duke University Road. This is a gravel parking area. RV/OV vehicles are not permitted to park in other locations. Refer to the game-specific parking & traffic alert for RV/OV parking hours on weeknight games.
For a seamless game day experience, here's what rideshare and taxi drivers need to know:
Designated Drop-Off/Pick-Up Location: Services with clearly visible company logos must use the designated zone at the Science Drive Visitors Lot off Science Drive. This is a 20-minute zone for quick drop-offs and pick-ups only, with no parking allowed. Access this area via NC 751/Cameron Blvd. to Science Drive. No staging on Science Drive, including at campus bus stops. Drivers must follow directions from parking and traffic control staff for vehicle staging within the lot.
Traffic Flow: Traffic on Frank Bassett Drive is one-way, entering from Science Drive and exiting onto NC 751/Cameron Blvd., at the Grounds Lot. Drivers must adhere to the directions of game day parking staff for vehicle staging in this area.
Postgame Pick-Up: From the start of the fourth quarter, all rideshare vehicles should access campus via the NC 751/Science Drive intersection and stage inside the Science Drive Visitors Lot. No staging along Science Drive, including at campus bus stops. To avoid post-game traffic delays, it is recommended to stage vehicles by mid-fourth quarter for post-game pickups.
Enjoy a positive game day tailgating experience by following these guidelines:
Location: Tailgating is allowed in surface lots only and not permitted inside parking garages, including the roof.
Space Use: Tailgate items (tents, tables, coolers, games, etc.) must not extend into drive lanes, sidewalks or additional parking spaces and should not impede foot or vehicular traffic. One parking permit equals one space.
Support Green Game Day: Support Green Game Days by using provided trash and recycling bags near portable restrooms. Clean up and tie all bags before leaving them along the curb for post-game pick-up by crews.
Grill Safely: Open flame fires, including fire pits, are prohibited. Use propane and charcoal grills responsibly and attend to them at all times. Extinguish charcoal thoroughly with water and dispose of it in designated containers near portable restrooms.
Alcohol Use: Comply with all federal, state and local laws, including those regarding possession, distribution and consumption of alcoholic beverages. Guests appearing to be impaired or in a diminished capacity may be denied stadium entry. Remember, outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted to enter the stadium.
For smooth traffic flow and safety, please be aware of traffic checkpoints and road closures:
Checkpoints: Operational three hours prior to kickoff, reopening one hour post-game. Checkpoints are located at:
NC 751/Cameron Blvd. and Science Drive
NC 751/Cameron Blvd. and Duke University Road
Duke University Road and Chapel Drive
Duke University Road and Towerview Road
Circuit Drive and Towerview Road
Iron Duke Football Parking Permit holders must display their checkpoint pass or permit. State-issued ADA placards and license plates will be permitted access at checkpoints for accessible parking.
Towerview Road Closure: Closed to all vehicle traffic from Union Drive to the Wannamaker Drive roundabout. The closure will begin three hours prior to each game and end one hour post-game.
Check the game-specific parking & traffic alert for any timing adjustments.
Vehicles requiring ADA parking must display valid ADA parking placards or license plates. Each placard or plate permits one vehicle. For assistance or inquiries regarding ADA parking at Duke events, contact the Duke Disability Management System at (919) 668-1267.
General Public Accessible Parking: Located in the Science Drive Garage off Cameron Blvd., available for $25 per vehicle when purchased in advance or at the lot. This parking area opens two hours before tip-off.
Iron Duke Accessible Parking: To obtain a parking permit before game day, Iron Dukes should contact the Iron Duke Office at (919) 613-7575.
On-Call Lift-Equipped Van: For guests needing wheelchair lift assistance, please inform a parking lot attendant upon arrival or text “DUACCESS” with your request, location, and number of guests to (919) 808-5576 (e.g., “DUACCESS Van, Science Drive Garage, 3 guests”).
For Duke faculty, staff and students attending men's basketball games, parking is available in the general public lots, including the Jogging Trail Lot and both Small and Large Circuit Lots. To ensure a smooth parking experience, we recommend pre-purchasing parking passes at my.parking.duke.edu (NetID or guest signup is necessary). Please be aware that the Jogging Trail Lot operates on a pre-purchase pass basis only and does not accept cash payments.
Parking Availability and Pricing: General public parking is available in the Jogging Trail Lot and both Small and Large Circuit lots, with prices set at $25 per vehicle. We recommend pre-purchasing parking passses at my.parking.duke.edu (NetID or guest signup required). Please note that the Jogging Trail lot operates on a pre-purchase pass basis only and does not accept cash payments.
To obtain an Iron Duke parking permit, please visit the Iron Dukes website or call (919) 613-7575. Permits are non-transferable and cannot be duplicated.
Opening Hours: Iron Duke parking lots open three (3) hours before tip-off.
Checkpoints: To access Iron Duke parking, display your permit — either mobile or physical. Iron Duke members with men's basketball parking permits for the Science Drive Garage should enter and exit exclusively via NC 751/Cameron Blvd. Ensure your checkpoint or parking pass is visible for smooth navigation through traffic checkpoints.
The designated area for rideshare services, including taxis, is the Student Wellness Lot, located on Union Drive.
Enjoy a positive game day tailgating experience by following these guidelines:
Location: Tailgating is allowed in surface lots only and not permitted inside parking garages, including the roof.
Space Use: Tailgate items (tents, tables, coolers, games, etc.) must not extend into drive lanes, sidewalks or additional parking spaces and should not impede foot or vehicular traffic. One parking permit equals one space.
Grill Safely: Open flame fires, including fire pits, are not allowed. Use propane and charcoal grills responsibly and attend to them at all times. Extinguish charcoal thoroughly with water and dispose of it in designated containers near portable restrooms.
Alcohol Use: Comply with all federal, state and local laws regarding alcohol, including those regarding possession, distribution and consumption of alcoholic beverages. Intoxicated guests may be denied stadium entry. Remember, alcoholic beverages are not allowed inside the stadium.
Vehicles requiring ADA parking must display valid ADA parking placards or license plates. Each placard or plate permits one vehicle. For assistance or inquiries regarding ADA parking at Duke events, contact the Duke Disability Management System at (919) 668-1267.
General Public Parking for Guests with Disabilities: Available in Science Drive Garage and Science Drive Visitor’s Lot, opens two hours prior to tip-off, no charge for parking.
Iron Duke Parking for Guests with Disabilities: Available in Whitford Drive Lot, opens two hours prior to tip-off. Contact the Iron Duke Office for permits.
Accessible Drop-off/Pick-up: Provided at Science Drive Visitor’s Lot with shuttle carts to Cameron Indoor Stadium.
For bus parking arrangements, contact the Ticket Sales office at (919) 668-9235.
For Duke faculty, staff and students attending women's basketball games, parking is available in the general public lots, free of charge.
Free parking is available for all women's basketball games in the Science Drive Garage, specifically on Levels 4 to 7. Women's basketball general public parking opens two hours before each game's tip-off.
To secure an Iron Duke parking permit for women's basketball, please visit the Iron Dukes website or call (919) 613-7575. Remember, these permits are unique to the permit holder, non-transferable and must be prominently displayed on your vehicle's rearview mirror. Designated Iron Duke parking is conveniently located in the Whitford Drive lot, Card Gym lot and Science Drive Garage (Levels 2 and 3), opening two hours before each game's tip-off. Ensure you have your permit, either in mobile or physical form, for entry into these lots.
Permitted in designated lots except Science Drive Garage. Follow local laws and dispose of waste properly.
Directions to Parking Lots
For GPS navigation from your starting destination, please use the “Open in Google Maps” option from the following links:
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