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Free Two-Hour Parking

Enjoy free 2-hour parking in the South Street Parking Ramp and Transit Center Parking Ramp structures! Whether you’re attending a yoga class, grabbing dinner and drinks, working from a coffee shop, or shopping at the fantastic local businesses and shops, our free 2-hour parking is a simple and convenient way to spend less time parking and more time exploring awesome, historic Downtown Waukesha!

Pay for Parking Online

The way you pay for parking at the city’s parking ramps has changed. Payment for parking is now done using a fully-online payment system. To pay, please visit this website or scan the QR code located on the ramp. To purchase parking, you will need a name, license plate number, address, and email address.

At the parking ramp, license plate scanners will be used. Please note that there is still FREE two-hour parking at both ramps.

3 Easy Ways to Park

When you’re headed out to grab a burger or catch a show, you shouldn’t have to spend a second looking for parking!

Here’s a couple helpful tips for parking in Downtown Waukesha:

  • Use the map above to find a public parking lot
  • Download the PDF map below
  • Grab an on-street parking spot near your destination

Parking Lot Map (PDF)
Street Parking Map (PDF) **Street Parking may be prohibited during special events**

A few upcoming events...

Waukesha Parade Memorial at Grede Park Dedication Ceremony

  • Grede Park (Near 538 Riverwalk Drive)

Waukesha Parade Memorial at Grede Park Dedication Ceremony On Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 4:39 p.m., we will...

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Trivia at North Pillar Brewing Company

  • 212 E North Street

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Mark Sallmann, Live Music- Nice Ash Cigar Bar

  • 323 W Main Street

Calendar – Nice Ash Cigar Bar

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