USDThe Georgia World Congress Center at 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW shares a campus with Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park, which makes parking simple on a quiet weekday and chaotic when a trade show and a stadium event collide. This guide covers the official decks and lots, what they cost, how stadium events change the math, and when to skip driving altogether.
Where can you park on the GWCC campus?
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority operates several parking facilities directly on campus: the Red, Gold, Green, and Silver parking decks, the open-air Blue and Yellow lots, and the Marshalling Yard at 362 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. The Red Deck is the most centrally located deck on the campus and the one GWCCA recommends most for visitors heading into the main exhibit halls.
Rates and availability are set per event and are subject to change based on event times and how many events are running in the buildings at once, so the same deck can cost noticeably more on a busy multi-show day. GWCCA strongly recommends pre-purchasing a spot at gwccparking.com for most events.
How do the GWCC decks and lots compare?
| Facility | Type | Best for | Pricing notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Deck | Garage | Most central deck; closest to main exhibit halls | Event-based pricing; pre-purchase recommended |
| Gold Deck | Garage (about 310 spaces) | Smaller overflow deck near Building A | Event-based pricing |
| Green & Silver Decks | Garages | Alternatives when Red fills; check which buildings your event uses | Event-based pricing |
| Yellow & Blue Lots | Open-air surface lots | Budget option; also used heavily on stadium event days | Event-based pricing |
| Marshalling Yard | Open-air, oversized-friendly | RVs, buses, trucks; about 600 oversized + roughly 250 standard spaces, patrolled 24 hours | $30 for most events for standard vehicles; $100 per day for oversized vehicles such as RVs and buses |
Because GWCCA prices by event rather than posting one flat daily rate, always check gwccparking.com for your specific dates. As one reference point, a recent convention offered pre-sale parking at $11.30 including tax and fees versus $15.00 drive-up per day – pre-paying is consistently the cheaper and safer move.
What happens when Mercedes-Benz Stadium has an event the same day?
This is the single biggest variable in GWCC parking. The stadium sits on the same campus and draws from the same pool of decks and lots, so on Falcons game days, Atlanta United matches, and stadium concerts, the Yellow Lot, Marshalling Yard, and nearby decks are sold as stadium event parking – usually at higher prices, and often sold out in advance.
If your convention overlaps a stadium event: pre-purchase your GWCC pass early, arrive before stadium gates open, and expect heavy traffic on Northside Drive and Andrew Young International Blvd around kickoff or doors. Without a prepaid pass, assume drive-up spots will be scarce and expensive – plan on MARTA instead.
Can you take MARTA or rideshare to the GWCC instead?
Yes, and it is often the smartest option. The GWCC/CNN Center station – recently renamed the Sports, Entertainment and Convention District (SEC District) station – is on MARTA's Blue and Green lines and sits at the western edge of downtown, within a short walk of the GWCC, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena, and Centennial Olympic Park.
Vine City station, also on the Blue and Green lines, serves the west side of the campus and is roughly a 15–17 minute walk to Building C, which can actually be closer if your event is in Building C or you are heading to the stadium's west gates.
Rideshare works well on normal days – have your driver drop you on Andrew Young International Blvd near your building entrance. On stadium event days, expect surge pricing and closures; getting dropped a few blocks east downtown and walking in is usually faster.
How do you pre-purchase GWCC parking?
Go to gwccparking.com, select your event and date, and buy a pass for a specific deck or lot. Pre-purchase guarantees your space, typically at a discounted rate compared with drive-up pricing, and lets you skip the payment line at the gate. GWCCA calls pre-purchase highly recommended for most events; on big show days it is effectively required for a specific deck.
Frequently asked questions
How much does parking at the Georgia World Congress Center cost?
There is no single posted rate – pricing is set per event and changes with demand. The Marshalling Yard runs $30 for most events for standard vehicles, and pre-sale convention rates have been as low as roughly $11–$15 per day. Check gwccparking.com for your exact dates.
Which deck is closest to the exhibit halls?
The Red Deck is the most centrally located deck on the GWCC campus and the one the Authority recommends most for visitors.
Where do RVs and buses park?
The Marshalling Yard at 362 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd handles oversized vehicles at $100 per day, with about 600 oversized spaces, and it is patrolled 24 hours by GWCCA Public Safety.
Can I park overnight for a multi-day convention?
Multi-day pre-purchase options are offered for many shows through gwccparking.com; overnight rules vary by facility and event, so confirm when you buy your pass.
What MARTA station is closest to the GWCC?
The GWCC/CNN Center (SEC District) station on the Blue and Green lines is a short walk from the convention center; Vine City station is the alternative on the campus's west side.
Is GWCC parking shared with Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
Yes – the same campus decks and lots serve both venues, which is why prices rise and availability tightens whenever the stadium has a game or concert.