
Whether you're taking the train, driving, or using a rideshare service, we've got you covered. Choose the option that works best for you and start planning your visit today.
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Getting to Ravinia is simple! The Metra Union Pacific North Line stops right at our front gate during the summer, making arrival easy and hassle-free. We’re also easily accessible from major highways, with plenty of parking available. Plan your trip and enjoy a seamless experience!
Whether you're taking the train, driving, or using a rideshare service, we've got you covered. Choose the option that works best for you and start planning your visit today.
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In partnership with Metra, all trains on the Union Pacific North Line—running from Chicago (Ogilvie Transportation Center) to Kenosha, WI—will honor Summer 2024 Ravinia tickets as train fares. Guests can show their dated concert ticket for a free train ride to and from the park on the performance date.
In the fall, winter, and spring, trains stop at the nearby “Braeside” station, only a quarter-mile walk from the South Gate into the park, next to Bennett Gordon Hall. During the summer concert season, Metra trains stop right at the front gate of Ravinia*. The train is a highly convenient way to get to and from the park and avoid traffic!
* The “Ravinia Park” stop is made only during evenings from early June through late September. The nearby “Braeside” stop is recommended outside of those dates.
Ravinia is in a residential neighborhood bordered by single-lane streets, so traffic may be slow when the park is opening and closing for highly attended performances.
Parking and pickups/dropoffs on the residential streets around Ravinia is strictly prohibited, and Highland Park Police will issue fines to violating drivers.
From Chicago
From Milwaukee and northern Chicago suburbs
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From Indiana
Take I-90 or I-80/94 to I-94 northbound to Chicago, then follow the directions from Chicago, above.
Summer Events
Ravinia’s main public parking area during the summer is the West Parking Lot at 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park, IL.
For the most accurate directions, enter “Ravinia West Parking Lot” as the destination in your map service or GPS. A search for “Ravinia” or “Ravinia Festival” may direct you to the middle of the park, which is not accessible by car!
For performances in Bennett Gordon Hall, unless otherwise noted, parking is available only in the South Parking Lot at 201 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL.
Fall/Spring Events
Ravinia’s main public parking area during the fall and spring is the South Parking Lot at 201 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL.
Summer Events
When the West Parking Lot is filled, guests will be redirected to the surface lots and multi-level structure at 1710 St. Johns Avenue, the “Highland Park” Metra station in nearby downtown Highland Park. Shuttle buses start to run from Park and Ride 30 minutes before gates open at Ravinia, and continue to operate throughout the evening. Park and Ride operates for select performances only, depending on attendance. Availability is listed in the parking information on each performance’s webpage.
Fall/Spring Events
Park and Ride shuttles and remote parking lots do not operate outside of the summer season. Onsite parking can accomodate all guests at fall/spring performances.
Main Parking Lot (West Lot)
Ravinia's main public parking area is located at 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park, IL, which we refer to as the West Lot (see map below). That lot can can reach capacity quickly. When filled, cars will be directed to a Park and Ride lot.
The West Lot is closed during the Fall/Spring series of concerts.
TIP: Do not simply type "Ravinia" into Google Maps or GPS. Instead type in "Ravinia West Parking Lot"
Fall/Spring Series and BGH Concerts
Public parking is FREE for Fall/Spring Series and BGH concerts and is available in our South Parking Lot located at 201 St. Johns Ave which is adjacent to the venue.
View more details about BGH parking and directions.
Note: The West Lot is closed for Fall/Spring Series and BGH concerts.
Parking Details
No Street Parking
Please remember that Ravinia is located within a residential neighborhood. Parking on the residential streets surrounding Ravinia is strictly prohibited. Highland Park Police will issue tickets to violators. The fine is $100.
Drop-Offs / Rideshare
General Public Drop Offs
*Please note, taxis, limos and ride share services must comply with the drop off instructions below.
On most nights, patrons can be dropped off at the following locations, however Highland Park Police and Ravinia staff may need to redirect for various reasons. Please follow those instructions.
For Fall/Spring Series:
Buses
Paid parking nights:
Free parking nights:
Donor (Opus level and above) and Accessible Drop-Offs
*Please note, taxis, limos and ride share services must comply with the drop off instructions below. Patrons utilizing these services must present the appropriate credentials to gain access to the Priority Parking Lots.
Donors holding a Priority Parking Pass and patrons holding disabilty parking placard can be dropped off at the following locations, however Highland Park Police and Ravinia staff may need to redirect for various reasons. Please follow those instructions.
Park and Ride Shuttle Service
When our main lots fill up, please consider using our free Park and Ride lots. Shuttle buses start to run from the remote lots 30 minutes before the opening of the Park each evening, and continue to operate throughout the evening. Park and Ride is available for select performances only depending on attendance. Be sure to check the webpage for your performance for availability.
Park and Ride Locations