The path south of the Limnology building, near Memorial Union, is being reconstructed to improve safety conditions for cyclists and vehicles. Cyclists who normally use the parking lot and path south of the Limnology Building should detour around the north side of the building. Please note the detour route will be shared by people on foot and bicycles. Detour signage will be placed around the work site.
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Back to school campus travel forecast: residence hall move-in, Thursday football, construction
Thousands of visitors are expected between August 24 and 28 for UW Housing move-in and Thursday evening Badger football. In addition, several roadways are restricted due to construction work. These conditions will make it more challenging than usual to drive through campus. For some, biking, busing or other alternative travel modes may be preferable to driving.
Fall 2025 ASM student bus pass pick-up information
Students who wish to obtain an ASM student bus pass may pick one up between August 18 and September 12 with a valid Wiscard or photo ID at one of these locations : Gordon Dining …
UW football game to affect campus parking Thursday, August 28, 2025
Thousands of visitors will be in Madison as the Badgers kick off their 2025 football season with a Thursday night game against Miami University. Parking on campus will be affected. A general overview is provided in this web post. Transportation Services will email specific information to permit holders based on their assigned lot.
Highland Avenue sewer project update: some roadways reopening; westbound Campus Drive on-ramp to stay closed
The project is expected to cause major traffic impacts around UW Hospital and Clinics and the UW–Madison campus west of Babcock Drive. Detailed maps and detour routes will be available before each project stage.
Parking restrictions waived July 4; Metro Transit holiday schedule
In observance of Juneteenth, parking permits will not be required in most surface parking lots on Thursday, June 19. Parking in these lots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. All garages and ramps will be under normal weekday operation.
Some parking restrictions waived June 19 in observance of Juneteenth
In observance of Juneteenth, parking permits will not be required in most surface parking lots on Thursday, June 19. Parking in these lots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. All garages and ramps will be under normal weekday operation.
Highland Avenue sewer project to affect parking at UW Hospital Ramp (lot 75)
Stage 2 of the Highland Avenue sewer project, which begins June 30, will affect employee, patient, and visitor parking at the UW Hospital Ramp. Traffic control measures will be in place in the ramp and …
2025-26 parking permit application dates and deadlines
Faculty, staff, and students may apply for base lot, Flex, UW Accessible, park and ride, and business alternate permits. The deadline for early consideration is May 31, and there will be additional deadlines to apply throughout the summer. UW department and vendor permit applications opened May 1. Other permit types and bus passes will be available August 1.
New parking guidance system coming to a garage near you
Similar to parking guidance systems at places like Chicago’s Navy Pier and O’Hare airport, a system of sensors, message boards, and lights guide drivers to available spaces in the University Hospital garages. The new system is expected to make it easier to find available parking, and will be operational by the end of summer.