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How to Arrange Event Parking
Summary: If you are planning an on-campus event and require parking for more than 25 vehicles, please call the Special Events office in Parking Services as soon as possible to make arrangements.

How to Arrange Event Parking for More Than 25 Vehicles

The Special Events office assures that parking is available and convenient for your guests. Any on-campus event with 25 or more cars expected is considered a special event. Your event will appear on the Parking Services event sheet so that attendees can obtain their permit on the day of the event.

For larger events, Special Events also arranges for attendants to distribute passes at the parking area entrance, provides signage to direct your guests to the parking and event sites and arranges for traffic direction, if needed.

Number of Vehicles Expected Services Provided Minimum Timeframe
26-499 Varies depending on events 2 weeks*
500-2,499 Varies depending on events First event: 6 weeks*
Recurring event: 2 weeks*
2,500+ Varies depending on events 6 weeks*

*25% non-compliance surcharge if minimum timeframe is not met


How to Arrange Courtesy Parking for 25 Vehicles or Less 

Please call Courtesy Parking at the number below at least 48 hours prior to your event. If you are making arrangements on behalf of a UCLA department, please use our online reservation system.

You may also make your special event and courtesy parking requests by calling the Special Events office in Parking Services below.

Number of Vehicles Expected Services Provided Minimum Timeframe
0-25 Parking provided from kiosk;
no signs or additional staffing
1 business day


Helpful UCLA Resources for Your Event  
  • BruinCar Vehicle Rentals: Rent a car, truck or van for a day or longer (only available for UCLA student groups and departments paying through the UCLA recharge system).
  • BruinBus Driver & Charter Services: Arrange driver services for VIP guests or charter a bus (only available for UCLA student groups and departments paying through the UCLA recharge system).
  • UCLA Events Office: Obtain expertise on how to plan a successful event at UCLA.

Parking Services: Special Events
Phone: (310) 825-1286

Courtesy Parking
Phone: (310) 825-3169

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