The United Center is home to the NBA’s Chicago Bulls and NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks. The United Center can hold over 20,000 fans sporting events and concerts. Here you can find information on how to reserve a parking space in a nearby garage ahead of time! Whether you’re looking for the closest parking space possible or the best deal in the area, this guide has everything you need to know about United Center parking.
Reservations | Lots & Garages | Parking Map | Handicap Parking | Public Transportation | Directions | Resources
United Center Online Parking Reservations
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Parking At The United Center
The United Center has 12 official parking lots just outside of the arena. Prices are $22 for general parking if paid in advance on the United Center website. Traffic at these lots and immediately around the arena is expected to increase with construction at the United Center currently underway. All parking lots open 2 hours prior to event time. View the table and map below for more information on official United Center parking.
Where to Pay
Ticketmaster
On-Site Payment
Lot H
N/A
$40
Lots C & K
$27
$29
Other Lots
$22
$24
Bus
N/A
$40
*Parking Rules
- There are no in/out or re-entry privileges allowed.
- No overnight parking is allowed unless it is pre-approved and related to event activities at the United Center.
- No solicitation is allowed.
- Alcohol consumption is prohibited in the lots and in parked vehicles.
- Tailgating and similar activities are prohibited.
United Center Parking Map
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United Center Handicap Parking
Vehicles with a valid handicapped place card are permitted to park in the United Center’s Lot G South, which is located at the intersection of Damen Avenue and Monroe Street. The Chicago Transit Authority provides transportation to and from the United Center to guests with disabilities. More information can be found in the United Center’s accessibility guide.
Public Transit to United Center
CTA
Take the Orange, Green, Purple, or Brown lines to Madison.
Take #20 Madison buses west.
To the United Center: #19 United Center Express Bus runs on game days. The bus runs 90 minutes before the game and runs every 10 minutes until 30 minutes before the start of the game. Boarding is southbound on Michigan and Randolph.
The #20 Madison bus runs west on Madison St., starting downtown at Wabash St. It makes all stops to the United Center
From North: Take I-90 East to the Madison Street exit and turn right. The stadium will be on the left.
From South: Take I-55 North to the Damen exit and turn left. After driving northbound for about 7 minutes, the stadium will be on the right.
From East: Take Madison Street west from the loop.
From West: Take I-290 to Exit 28 (Damen Avenue). Take Damen Ave. north to Madison Street. Turn right onto Madison Street, and the stadium will be on the right.
United Center Parking Resources
Official United Center Page Official homepage for the United Center.
SpotHero Compare parking options near United Center and book a guaranteed parking space in advance with SpotHero.
Official United Center Parking Page Official parking information, directions, and map.
United Center FAQ Frequently asked questions about the United Center.