Parking at St. Mary’s Catholic Center

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Welcome!

Whether you're here for Mass, a visit with a friend, or just curious about the big church across from campus—here’s everything you need to know about parking at St. Mary’s Catholic Center in College Station.

We know campus parking can feel a bit overwhelming, so we've worked to keep it simple: free parking for church and student center visitors, plus affordable hourly and daily parking rates through the ParkMobile app for anyone who needs a spot while on TAMU's campus or visiting Northgate.

Please note: All paid parking is now managed through the ParkMobile app. St. Mary’s long-term parking permits are no longer offered.

Coming for Mass?

We’re honored to have you join us. Here’s how parking works depending on when you attend:

Weekend & Evening Mass Parking Guidelines

  • Parking is always free for daily evening Mass and all weekend Masses. No payment or validation required.

  • You can park in any maroon-marked area on our parking map:

    • Main church lot

    • Breen Lot - adjacent to sand volleyball court/behind Subway

    • Nagle St. Head-In spaces

    • Cross St. Head-In spaces

    • 505 Church Avenue building - rear lot (across Stasney St.)

    • College Main Garage(free on Sundays from 6 AM–2 PM)

    • Not shown in image: Gravel lot at Cross & Nagle (open Sundays only — Enter lot from Stasney St.)

We encourage carpooling when possible, as space can be limited during busy liturgies. If you live nearby, consider walking over with your roommates and friends — no need to worry about parking, and a great way to start your Sunday together.

PARKING MAP

Wednesday & Friday Mass at 12:00 PM

If you’re attending our 12:00 PM Mass on Wednesday or Friday parking is still free, but please note:

  • You must sign in with your license plate # at the iPad located in the Church Narthex or Student Center front desk to validate your parking and avoid a fine notice.

  • Park in the maroon Visitor area or the Green area if there are no visitor spots available.

Wednesday and Friday 12:00 PM Mass falls within regular business hours, weekend Mass parking guidelines do not apply.

Parking at St. Mary’s?

We’re so glad you’re here!

If you’re visiting St. Mary’s any time during business hours (Monday–Friday, 7:00AM–4:00 PM) - for Mass, prayer, study, or a meeting - it’s free, but we ask you to validate your parking by signing in at the iPad with your license plate #:

  • Kiosk located in the Church Narthex and Student Center Main Lobby

  • Takes 10 seconds

  • Good for 3 hours (you can renew if needed)

  • Please park in the 4 rows signed as “Visitor Parking” near the main entrance

If you’re parking here but going elsewhere during business hours (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM) - to class, campus, or a coffee shop - you’ll need to use the ParkMobile app to pay for a parking session (Zones 40951, 40952, or 40953)

If you’re parking in one of St. Mary’s lots outside of business hours (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM every day of the week) - you’ll need to use the ParkMobile app to pay for a parking session (Zones 40951, 40952, or 40953)

Parking Sections:

  • Maroon Section: Reserved for visitors and volunteers only

  • Green Sections: For parkers with validated parking or an active ParkMobile session

  • Yellow Sections: Reserved strictly for staff - please do not park here at any time during business hours (Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 4:00PM)

If the maroon visitor section is full, visitors may park in the green sections as long as they have validated their parking or have an active ParkMobile session.

**To avoid parking fine notices, always make sure your parking is validated or you have paid for a ParkMobile session within 15 minutes of entering any St. Mary’s parking lot.

**A quick note on fines: St. Mary’s uses a license plate recognition system to keep our lots open and fair.

There is a 15-minute grace period when you arrive. After that:

  • If you haven’t validated your parking by signing in or started a ParkMobile session, you may receive a fine notice on your windshield or by mail from Parking & Transportation Compliance, Inc.

  • Visitors who feel they have received a fine notice in error may dispute the notice by visiting paymyparkingnotice.com.

Hourly & Daily Parking

***Starting August 15th 2026***

Daytime Parking Rates

Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

  • $1.00 per hour

  • $5.00 Day Pass (recommended for stays longer than 5 hours)

Parking sessions may be started through the ParkMobile app upon arrival.

Please note: Daily night time parking rates differ from day time rates and are displayed in the ParkMobile app.

View Parking Guide (PDF)

Need to park for a class or meeting on TAMU’s campus, Midnight Yell, or a visit to Northgate**?

Here’s how to use ParkMobile, a quick app that lets you pay for parking by the hour or by the day.

  1. Download the ParkMobile app on your phone or visit https://parkmobile.io/ and click “Park Now”

  2. Choose the zone where you’ve parked:

    • Zone 40951: Main lot off Nagle & Cross (except first 4 visitor rows)

    • Zone 40952: Breen Lot behind Subway between Stasney and Nagle St.

    • Zone 40953: Head-in spots on Nagle Street

  3. Enter your license plate and payment info.

  4. You’re good to go!

**When is paid parking through ParkMobile required while parking in one of St. Mary’s parking lots?

  1. Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, unless you are a St. Mary’s visitor on St. Mary’s campus with an active parking validation.

  2. Every day of the week 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (night time parking for all parkers)

  3. On all Saturday TAMU home football game days and Summer Kyle Field events

    Still unsure? Just ask our receptionist - we’re happy to walk you through it.

Getting Here

St. Mary’s Catholic Center
603 Church Avenue
College Station, TX 77840
📞 (979) 846‑5717
📧 info@aggiecatholic.org

Need help finding the right spot or troubleshooting the app? Stop by the receptionist desk—we’re happy to help.

Mass & Game Day Parking

St. Mary’s is located right across the street from Texas A&M, which makes home football weekends exciting—but also affects parking at St. Mary’s.

Here’s what you need to know if you're coming to St. Mary’s on a home football game day:

    • Most of our parking lots will be available for paid game day parking during Saturday home football games.

    • All St. Mary’s lots will be monitored on game days to ensure availability for Mass goers and paid parkers.

    • Parkers found in violation may receive a fine notice.

  • We offer limited paid parking for home Texas A&M football games at a rate of $20 - $30 per spot paid via the ParkMobile app or website.

    All proceeds go directly toward supporting our mission to form apostles for the Church and the world. By parking here, you're not just finding a convenient spot—you’re fueling life-changing ministry.

    Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Yes—we’re still open for Mass, and we’d love to see you!

    To support Massgoers:

    • On game days a section in the main lot nearest the church will be reserved for you.

    • These spots are free of charge and available during scheduled Mass times

    • Signing in with your license plate # may be required on these days.

    • Paying for game day parking is handled through ParkMobile only, cash is not accepted.

    • Expect road closures and extra foot traffic—leave plenty of time

    • Consider walking, biking, or carpooling if you live nearby