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Holiday Express Information

Dear Guest,

Thank you for purchasing tickets for the 2024 edition of Holiday Express at Pullen Park!

Please review the important information below regarding your visit to the park:

• The event gates will open at 4:30 PM each day (on December 7^th + 15^th,  5pm).
• A very limited number of experiences will be available at 4:30pm, with the remainder of the event opening at 5:00pm.
• Please arrive to the train station at your designated train time, including heading straight to the train if your ride is the first one for the day.
• Your event ticket grants you access to the entire evening of activities, not just your train ride!
• In the event of inclement weather, please check the website for an update on the event status at Noon on the day of the event.

For event questions, please contact HolidayExpress@Raleighnc.gov

Parking Details and Free Permit:

• Main parking for Holiday Express will be free and located at the Coliseum Parking Deck on the NC State University Campus.

• The deck can be accessed via Western Boulevard in either direction by heading towards Pullen Road and then turning onto Dunn Ave. 

Please note that sections of the deck may be unavailable, and you should abide by the signage posted. 

• This location is a short walk from the back of Pullen Park where the event entrance is located. 
• Accessible parking and spaces for those with mobility needs are available at the Pullen Park lot located at 520 Ashe Avenue. 
• Rideshare/drop-off should enter the Pullen Park lot located at 520 Ashe Avenue and then make a left towards the main entrance. 
• Other vehicles may be turned away at this location.

Free Parking Permit Details

• Please claim your parking pass only when you are at the deck and ready to park, as it becomes active immediately upon claiming.
• The permit will show 90 minutes. This is OK and all you will need for valid parking during the entirety of the event. Please return to your cars by 10:30 p.m.

1. Visit Pullen Park Holiday Express Coliseum Deck Parking 
2. Ensure you are not logged into your parking account.
3. Enter your license plate number and state when prompted.
4. Select Add

Important Parking Information

• Remember, the permit is virtual, your license plate is your permit.
• The permit is only valid for the one vehicle entered.
• The permit is not valid in pay-by-plate locations.
• Do not back-in or pull-through to park without a front plate.
• The License Plate must face the traffic lane.
• For assistance please call the NC State University Transportation Office at 919-515-3424.

Learn More at

parks.raleighnc.gov