San Diego Trolley Enhancements for wild Horses Music Festival: Your Complete Guide
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit system (MTS) is preparing for notable crowds attending Saturday’s Wild Horses Music Festival at Petco Park.Headlined by Grammy Award-winning Mumford & Sons, the festival also features acclaimed artists like Lord Huron, Sierra Ferrell, and Lily Meola. To ensure a smooth and safe experience, MTS is boosting trolley service before and after the event.
This guide provides everything you need to know about utilizing the trolley for the festival, including schedules, parking options, and important service updates.
Why take the Trolley?
Choosing the trolley is a smart move for several reasons. It avoids the hassle and expense of parking downtown, reduces traffic congestion, and offers a reliable transportation option. Plus, it’s an environmentally friendly way to enjoy the festival!
Enhanced Trolley service: What to Expect
MTS will be running more frequent service on all lines to accommodate festival attendees. Regular service will operate with trolleys arriving at stations every 15 minutes or better. Here’s a detailed breakdown of post-concert service:
* UC San Diego Blue Line: Trolleys will depart downtown for San Ysidro every 15 minutes until 12:07 a.m.Additionally, four extra trips will run to UTC until 11:40 p.m.
* Green Line: Trolleys will depart downtown every 15 minutes. Extra trips will be added from the gaslamp Quarter Station as needed to manage crowds.
* Orange Line: Service will run every 15 minutes after the festival ends, continuing until crowds subside.
* Copper Line: Trolleys will operate every 15 minutes in both directions,with additional trips scheduled until 12:25 a.m.
You can find the most up-to-date facts and plan your trip at https://www.sdmts.com/rider-info/events/wild-horses-festival-featuring-mumford-sons.
Park & Ride Options: Save on Parking
Avoid downtown parking fees by utilizing MTS’s convenient Park & Ride lots. These lots offer free parking and easy access to the trolley system. Consider these locations:
* Old Town Transit Center: Over 400 spots available, serving the Green Line and UC San Diego Blue Line. An overflow lot with 300+ spaces is located across the street at the Caltrans District 11 office (4050 Taylor St.).
* Morena/Linda Vista: 200 spaces available, accessible via the Green Line (parking primarily off Friars Road).
* Grossmont Transit Center: 220 spots available, serving the Green and Orange Lines.
* El Cajon Transit Center: 400+ spots available, also serving the Green and Orange Lines.
A complete list of parking locations is available at https://www.sdmts.com/transit-services/transit-station-parking. Planning ahead can save you time and money.
Important Service Update
Please note that the MTS customer service office and Transit Store were closed on Christmas Day. All support services have resumed normal operations as of Friday.
resources for Your Trip
* MTS Website: https://www.sdmts.com/
* Wild Horses Music festival: https://www.wildhorsesfest.com/
By utilizing the MTS trolley system, you can enjoy a stress-free and convenient experience at the Wild Horses Music Festival. Remember to plan your trip in advance and check for any service updates before you travel.