Parking at RIM Park, Waterloo
All parking at RIM Park is free. The lots sit by the Manulife Sportsplex and Healthy Living Centre, beside the east sports fields, and across University Avenue East by the ball diamonds. On big tournament days parking is first come, first served.
Facts checked October 6, 2026
Official parking
| Lot or garage | Where | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sportsplex lots[1] | Manulife Sportsplex and Healthy Living Centre, 2001 University Ave E: by the entrance loop and on the east side by field AF1 | FreeThe Sportsplex is open 6 a.m. to midnight. |
| East field lots[2] | By turf fields AF1 and AF2 and grass fields F7 to F10 | Free |
| Ball diamond lots[2] | Across University Ave E along Country Squire Lane, by diamonds D1 to D6, the bike park and the beach volleyball court | Free |
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Street parking and rules
- Parking at big tournaments is first come, first served and can be limited.[4]
- Accessible parking is available at the outdoor sports and recreation areas.[1]
- The lot layout here is from the City’s 2020 park map and may have changed.[2]
- Overnight parking isn’t covered: the City’s overnight registration applies only to streets and three uptown lots.[6]
- On City streets, the limit is 3 hours unless signs say otherwise.[5]
Free parking
Getting there without a car
- GRT route 202 iXpress stops at University Ave. / R.I.M. Park (stops 3765 and 3752).[3]
- Route 202 starts at Conestoga Station on the ION line; the RIM Park stop comes right after Northfield Technology Park, 6 to 8 minutes from Conestoga.[3]
- On weekdays it runs about every 10 minutes at peak times, 15 minutes midday and 30 minutes in the evening; every 30 minutes on weekends.[3]
- The Walter Bean Grand River Trail runs 11 km through the park.[1]
- Fares: $3 with the GRT Pay app or an EasyGO card, $4 cash; a day pass is $8.[7]
Common questions
Is parking free at RIM Park?
Yes. All parking at RIM Park is free.
Where do I park at RIM Park?
By the Manulife Sportsplex for the arenas, gyms and field house; beside the east fields for the turf and grass fields; and along Country Squire Lane, across University Avenue East, for the ball diamonds.
Is parking busy during tournaments?
It can be. Parking is first come, first served, so arrive early or take route 202.
Which bus goes to RIM Park?
GRT route 202 iXpress, from Conestoga Station on the ION line, stops at University Ave. / R.I.M. Park.
What are the Sportsplex hours?
The Manulife Sportsplex and Healthy Living Centre is open from 6 a.m. to midnight.
Have a driveway near RIM Park?
Listing is free. Set your own price and hours, and Parkeas pays you out every week.
Sources
- City of Waterloo: RIM Park
- City of Waterloo: RIM Park map, 2020 (PDF)
- GRT: Route 202 schedule, September 7, 2026 (PDF)
- Volleyball Canada: RIM Park venue information (PDF)
- City of Waterloo: Parking rules and bylaws
- City of Waterloo: Register for overnight parking
- GRT: Fare prices
- City of Waterloo: Accessible parking
Rates and rules change. Check the official page before you park; these were last checked October 6, 2026.
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