The National Cherry Festival is one of the busiest times of the year in Traverse City, and finding parking can take more time than usual. Here are some helpful hints on parking and navigating the downtown Traverse City area during the week of this Northern Michigan festival. And if you have kiddies tagging along with you, it’s always a good idea to know where the public restrooms are. Here’s a list of National Cherry Festival parking and restroom options to help you have a hassle free and enjoyable Northern Michigan vacation.
National Cherry Festival Parking in Traverse City
There are several parking lots throughout downtown Traverse City. Most of the parking spots in the downtown area are metered and either have a two-hour, four-hour or 10-hour maximum. If you have a smartphone be sure to download the ParkMobile app to skip the hassle of feeding your meter by doing it straight from your phone.
The Larry C. Hardy Parking Deck (303 E. State St.) and the Old Town Parking Deck (125 E. Eighth St.) are some of the most affordable parking options in town. The Larry C. Hardy Deck costs $1 an hour with a 10-hour maximum. The Old Town Parking Deck is also $1 an hour with a 10-hour maximum, except for the first floor which is open 24 hours a day and has a four-hour maximum.
The National Cherry Festival website suggests the usage of By The Bay Transportation to get from your hotel or residence to the festival. By The Bay Transportation is a full passenger shuttle service providing quick and easy transportation from your hotel, motel, resort or residence, and all area airports, shopping and attractions. Visit their website for more information.
National Cherry Festival Public Restrooms in Traverse City
- Clinch Park:Â 161 E. Grandview Pkwy.
- Traverse City Convention & Vistor’s Bureau:Â 101 W. Grandview Pkwy. (at Union Street)
- Chamber of Commerce:Â 202 E. Grandview Pkwy. (at Union Street)
- BATA Transit Center:Â 115 Hall St.
- History Center of Traverse City:Â 322 Sixth St.
- Great Lakes Bath & Body: 110 E. Front St.
- Â Espresso Bay: 202 E. Front St.
- Milk & Honey: 240 E. Front St.