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University of Alabama Releases Parking Plans Ahead of A-Day Weekend
Drivers advised to prepare for several parking lot closures starting Friday, April 10.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 4:06pm
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The University of Alabama has announced that several parking lots on the north and west sides of Bryant-Denny Stadium will be closed starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10, ahead of the Golden Flake A-Day game and concert at Saban Field. Faculty and staff who regularly use those lots are advised to find alternative parking in other designated areas on campus.
Why it matters
The A-Day weekend is a major event for the University of Alabama, drawing large crowds to the campus. The parking lot closures are necessary to accommodate the influx of visitors and ensure the safety and smooth flow of traffic, but may cause inconvenience for regular campus users.
The details
The parking lots that will be closed include the Communications Reserved Lot, the Northwest BDS Apron Lot, and the lots on Wallace Wade Avenue. These lots will remain closed through the week of April 13-19. Faculty and staff who normally use these lots are advised to park in the Tutwiler Triangle Lot, Tutwiler Parking Deck, Magnolia Parking Deck, North ten Hoor Deck, and East ten Hoor Lot.
- The affected parking lots will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026.
- The lots will remain closed through the week of April 13-19, 2026.
The players
University of Alabama
The public research university located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, known for its successful football program and hosting the annual A-Day game.
UA Safety
The department responsible for campus safety and security at the University of Alabama, including managing parking and traffic during major events.
The takeaway
The parking lot closures around Bryant-Denny Stadium are a necessary measure to ensure the safety and smooth flow of traffic during the highly anticipated A-Day weekend at the University of Alabama. Faculty, staff, and visitors should plan ahead and utilize the designated alternative parking areas to avoid disruptions.
