Head to
Pins Mechanical Co. — 416 E 1st St, Dayton, OH 45402 (Water Street District, across from Day Air Ballpark)
Where to Park
Pins doesn't have a parking lot of its own, but there are free and paid spots within a block or two.
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Free parking
Free street parking is on Sears St, the next street east, and along E 2nd St, a block south — a short walk back up to E 1st St.
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Free after 6 PM
The meters on E 1st St are free on weekday evenings after 6 PM and all day on weekends (paid Monday–Friday, 8 AM–6 PM).
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Paid parking
The closest spot is the paid lot right behind Pins. The other paid option is the Delco garage, in The Delco building across Madison St from the AC Hotel — drive in from Madison St.
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Play here
Head inside and find the Sportcial host to check in.
Good to know
- Arrive 10–15 minutes before start time to park, get inside, and grab a drink.
- On Dayton Dragons home game nights the streets around the ballpark fill up early — give yourself extra time.
- Pins doesn't serve food, but you're welcome to bring some in or have it delivered, and food trucks often park outside. Outside drinks aren't allowed.
- Accessible parking is near the entrance, and both floors can be reached without stairs.