NORFOLK, Va. – The City of Norfolk, Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) and Norfolk State University (NSU) are teaming up again this fall to provide free parking and transit options for college football fans.
With parking limited on campus and restricted in nearby neighborhoods, fans can park for free on game days in MacArthur South and North Garages. NSU buses will queue at MacArthur South Garage to shuttle fans to William “Dick” Price Stadium. The free shuttle buses will be available two hours before and after each game.
Additionally, fans parking at the garage can catch The Tide light rail at MacArthur Station for the free ride to the stadium. Or park for free at the Newtown Road Station or Military Highway Station park-and-ride lots and take the train to avoid the hassles of driving.
Complimentary rides are available two hours before and after each game. Patrons should show their game tickets if asked on board.
The closest station to the stadium is Ballentine/Broad Creek Station, which now includes a new walkway to enhance pedestrian access and safety when railroad crossing gates are down. Schedule of The Tide light rail times and stops.
To help fans plan their game day trips, an online map is available showing parking areas and garages as well as the light rail route.
HRT reminds fans to be safe around tracks. Use designated crosswalks and sidewalks to reach the station. Scooter and bike riders are reminded to follow the rules of the road and golf carts are not legal on City streets. Fans should abide by the posted “No Parking” signs as ticketing and towing will be enforced.
Fans should arrive at least 90 minutes before kickoff to avoid last-minute crowds. Tailgating begins four hours before kickoff. Tailgating guidelines are available online here. Only clear bags are allowed in the stadium and tailgate area. Gates open two hours before kickoff.
Norfolk State Football Home Game Schedule:
- Saturday, Aug. 29, 6 p.m. vs. Winston-Salem State.
- Saturday, Sept. 19, 4 p.m. vs. Hampton University (Battle of the Bay)
- Saturday, Oct. 10, 2 p.m. vs. Virginia University of Lynchburg (Homecoming)
- Saturday, Nov. 7, noon, vs. North Carolina Central
- Saturday, Nov. 21, noon, vs. Howard
Learn more at www.norfolk.gov/NSUfootball.
About HRT
HRT’s mission is to connect Hampton Roads with transportation solutions that are reliable, safe, efficient and sustainable. For more information on transit services, visit gohrt.com.
Media Contact:
Thomas Becher, APR
Manager, Communications
Cell: (757) 354-0564
tbecher@hrtransit.org
August 17, 2026