Infinite Energy Arena will charge for parking starting Feb. 1

Infinite Energy Arena in Duluth holds about 13,000 and in recent years has hosted concerts from such heavyweights as U2, Paul McCartney and Roger Waters.

Infinite Energy Arena in Duluth holds about 13,000 and in recent years has hosted concerts from such heavyweights as U2, Paul McCartney and Roger Waters.

Fans have enjoyed the rare perk of free event parking at Infinite Energy Arena since its arrival in 2003.

But that changes on Feb. 1 when paid parking will be implemented at the Duluth compound.

For events, rates will range from $5-$10 (the Feb. 13 Andrea Bocelli and March 3 Post Malone concerts are both $10). The longstanding valet will be $25 (and free for Mercedes-Benz drivers). Parking rates will go into effect three hours prior to the start of the event and fees can only be paid by credit/debit card (as in, no cash accepted).

Those visiting for reasons other than an event will be granted two hours of free parking, then pay rates of $5 (2-12 hours) and $10 (12-24 hours).

Patrons are encouraged to pre-purchase parking at www.infiniteenergycenter.com or www.axs.com (check the "related links" under the event you plan to attend) and show a mobile version or printout of the pass. Parking fees – again, no cash – can also be paid on site.

In September, a new, 2,400 space parking deck opened on the Infinite Energy Center campus and LAZ Parking was enlisted for deck operations.

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