Cash-only parking lots are located at:
- 1813 Market St
- 1828 Market St
- 1913 Market St
- 2011 Market St
- 1819 Postoffice St
- 1918 Postoffice St
There is also metered street parking.
A taxi stand will be located on 23rd and Market for pickup and drop off of guests to the entertainment district.
Seawall Parking Rules for Mardi Gras
The Mardi Gras countdown is on! Weekend one begins February 21. Here's a friendly reminder about the Seawall parking guidelines for Mardi Gras:
Overnight parking is allowed on the Seawall beginning Thursday at 5 a.m. until Sunday at 5 a.m. during the first weekend of Mardi Gras only. The spaces are available first-come, first-serve beginning Thursday morning.
Before Thursday, overnight parking is not allowed, and there are increased fines ($250) associated with parking overnight on the Seawall in the days leading up to Mardi Gras to discourage the practice while crews prepare for the weekend parades.
Remember that paid parking along Seawall Boulevard remains in effect during Mardi Gras. Paid parking is enforced per licensed vehicle; vehicles and trailers parked along Seawall Boulevard must display a license plate and pay for parking ($2 per hour) between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. seven days a week. Please note towing will be enforced.
Available parking spots along Seawall Blvd. are likely to fill up quickly on Thursday in anticipation of the first weekend parades. The Galveston Police Department reminds residents and visitors:
- Do not try to cover space with anything other than a properly registered vehicle or trailer
- Cones, chairs, ropes, chains and the like will be removed at the owners’ expense
- Please keep Seawall sidewalk pathways clear of any obstacles to allow free access to pedestrian traffic
There will be areas along the Seawall designated as no parking zones or restricted access areas marked off so please follow traffic signage. We’re looking forward to a safe and fun Mardi Gras celebration.