City Reviewing Downtown Parking Management
The City of Fort Collins is reviewing how downtown parking is managed, including time limits, permits and pricing. Community members will have opportunities to learn more and share feedback at upcoming open house events. For more information and to subscribe for updates visit Our City Fort Collins page.
Notice Regarding Parking Services Availability
Due to current staffing levels, you may experience delays in our response times to phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries. Additionally, our office will be closed from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM daily for staff lunch breaks, and we may also be closed at intermittent hours throughout the week to accommodate staff meetings.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience. We will respond to all inquiries as promptly as possible.
Thank you for your understanding.
Free Parking Days For Downtown Parking Structures
Parking Services is pleased to announce free parking in City parking structures on Saturdays and holidays this year, making it the perfect chance to explore downtown shops and dine at your favorite restaurants!
Parking in structures is always free on Sundays and City holidays. Plus, free Saturday parking begins on Saturday, November 29, 2025, and continues through Saturday, January 3, 2025.
On other days, the first hour is free and it is $1 for each additional hour. A parking session must be initiated regardless of duration of stay.
The City has three public parking structures available:
- Firehouse Alley Parking Structure
- Old Town Parking Structure
- Civic Center Parking Structure
2025 CSU Football Schedule/Game Day Enforcement#
CSU Rams Football Schedule - Times subject to change
| Date | VS. | Enforcement Starts |
Kickoff Time |
| Saturday September 6, 2025 | Northern Colorado (UNC) | 1:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday September 20, 2025 | USTA | 3:30 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| Saturday September 27, 2025 | Washington State | 1:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
| Friday October 10, 2025 | Fresno State | 3:00 p.m. | 7:00 p.m. |
| Saturday October 18, 2025 | (Homecoming) Hawaii | 1:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday November 8, 2025 | UNLV | 3:30 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| Friday November 28, 2025 | Air Force | 9:00 a.m. | 1:00 p.m. |
*Please be aware that on-street parking is restricted during stadium events and vehicles parked without the appropriate permit will be issued a parking citation. When parking in residential neighborhoods, please be sure to pay close attention to any signage that may indicate additional parking restrictions in place specific to CSU Stadium Events.
For more information about the Residential Parking Permit Program specific to CSU Stadium Events, please visit our Stadium Events page.
Civic Center Parking Garage Stairwell Closure - Update
The southeast stairwell at the Civic Center Parking Garage (Laporte & Mason) is closed for a full replacement due to structural issues. Construction began in July 2025, but previously unknown structural challenges were discovered, extending the project timeline. Completion is now expected in March 2026.
We understand the inconvenience this has caused and appreciate your patience as we ensure the new stairwell meets safety and accessibility standards. In the meantime, we recommend using the elevator next to the closed stairwell or the nearby stairwell at the southwest corner of the garage.
Parking Services#
Citation or Permit Payments:
- Pay online
- Call 970-221-6617
- Visit us during walk-in hours
- Cash Payments:
- Use Parking drop box located at 215 N. Mason Street in the parking lot North of the building
Contact Us#
| Walk-In Hours: | Contact Us: | Mailing Address: |
|
215 N. Mason St. 1st Floor Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED Closed on holidays |
Phone: 970-221-6617 Phone Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday (Voicemail is available for messaging after hours) Email: ParkingServices@fcgov.com Fax: 970-416-2452 |
City of Fort Collins Parking Services PO Box 580 Fort Collins CO 80522-0580 |
Additional Parking Information#
Want to save time at parking structures? Use ParkMobile App!#
https://app.parkmobile.io/zone/start
Drivers can use the free ParkMobile app to pay for parking at any of the City's three structures! The app can store vehicle and payment information, making transactions a breeze!