Rent a Bus to Enmarket Arena: Concert & Ghost Pirates Group Guide

Enmarket Arena is Savannah's main stage for everything worth showing up in a group for — Ghost Pirates hockey, stadium-scale concerts, Monster Jam, WWE, and graduation ceremonies that pull thousands of people into the same corner of town at once. The problem most organizers don't see coming is what happens on Stiles Avenue in the hour before puck drop: the 2,000-space lot fills, Lot B backs up onto W Gwinnett Street, and rideshare prices do what rideshare prices always do when 9,500 people are all tapping the same app at once. Getting there together is the whole plan — and a Savannah bus rental makes it the easy part instead of the stressful one.

This guide answers the question most other pages skip: exactly where does the bus drop off, where does it wait while your group is inside, and what does it cost. At Party Bus Savannah, Enmarket Arena is one of our most-requested destinations. The logistics below come from running these events — not from a venue brochure.

Why a Bus Makes Sense for Enmarket Arena

Enmarket Arena opened in February 2022 on the edge of Savannah's Canal District, and the city has been figuring out the parking math ever since. The arena's own parking guidance tells fans to park in downtown garages or street spots in the Historic District and ride the trolley — which is a straightforward signal that the 2,000 on-site spaces are not enough for a sold-out show. When the Ghost Pirates have a 7:00 PM face-off and a Taylor Swift-sized concert is on for the same weekend, downtown fills fast.

The multi-story parking garage on Chatham Parkway is reserved for premium ticket holders. Everyone else is hunting.

A Savannah party bus rental cuts through all of it. One vehicle, one pickup address, one drop-off, and one agreed-upon time to be waiting when your group walks out. No one draws the short straw and stays sober.

No one circles Stiles Avenue looking for a spot that doesn't exist. The group rides together from the first song to the last — and that, honestly, is the whole reason a bus is worth it.

Charter Bus Drop-Off & Pickup at Enmarket Arena

Here is the detail most group organizers wish they had before the event, not after it.

The arena's published guidance directs rideshare vehicles and taxis to Lot B, accessed via W Gwinnett Street. That is the designated curbside passenger zone — not the main Stiles Avenue front entrance, which handles ticket will-call and the main pedestrian flow. For a charter bus or minibus, the approach is the same: your group enters from W Gwinnett Street to the Lot B zone, steps off, and walks directly into the arena from there.

The footbridge crossing the canal connects the satellite parking areas to the main entrance plaza, so the walk is short and covered at the right time of year.

Post-event pickup follows the same logic. Agree on a window and meeting point with your group before you go in — the Lot B / W Gwinnett Street area is your most reliable waiting spot, since it keeps the bus out of the main pedestrian crush on Stiles Avenue when 9,500 people are all heading for the same exit at once. Set a time 20 to 30 minutes after the final buzzer or the encore, and the bus is right there when you come out.

Confirm the Approach for Your Specific Event

The arena's event-night traffic plan shifts depending on what's on the calendar. A Ghost Pirates weeknight game draws a different crowd volume than a sold-out Journey concert or a Monster Jam weekend. For larger events, Savannah Police coordinate traffic flow on Stiles Avenue and the surrounding streets, and W Gwinnett Street access points can back up in the final 45 minutes before doors.

Because the routing specifics change by event, our team confirms your group's approach and drop point for your specific date when you book — so there's no guessing at a blocked lane. We always recommend checking the official Enmarket Arena parking page before your event for the latest guidance.

Arena Shuttle vs. Charter Bus: The Honest Comparison

Enmarket Arena runs its own trolley shuttle service between the Civic Center lot at Liberty and Barnard Streets and the arena. It is a real option for smaller groups or individuals who are already downtown. Here is how it stacks up against a private Savannah charter bus rental for a group.

The honest read: the arena shuttle is a solid option for two or three people who are already eating on Broughton Street and want to catch the trolley from Liberty and Barnard. The moment your group grows past a few cars' worth of people, the math tips toward one bus. A concert shuttle running at $10 a head means a 30-person group is already at $300 each way — before anyone factors in that they still need to get downtown, find the Liberty Street lot, time the last trolley, and hope the midnight run doesn't leave without half the party.

What Size Bus Does Your Group Need?

Not every group showing up to Enmarket Arena is the same size, and you should never pay for seats you do not actually need. Here is how our fleet maps to the most common Savannah arena group sizes.

For concert nights where the pregame energy matters as much as the show itself, a party bus turns the ride from your hotel or home into the opening act — built-in bar, LED lighting, and a sound system pumping before you ever reach the W Gwinnett Street drop-off. For corporate groups or school field trips heading to a Ghost Pirates game, a minibus or charter bus gives everyone reclining seats and climate control without the party format. ADA-accessible vehicles are always available — just let us know before your event date so we can have the right vehicle ready.

Bus Rental Prices for Enmarket Arena Events

Party Bus Savannah offers all-inclusive pricing online in under 30 seconds — you will know the exact number before you ever book. The quote is shaped by four clear factors: vehicle size, total hours reserved (including the pregame wait and post-show pickup), your pickup location, and the event date. A sold-out concert weekend prices differently than a weeknight Ghost Pirates game, and that is honest, not a surprise.

For real ranges: 14-passenger Sprinter limos run $170–$344/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $204–$378/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $244–$414/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $294–$490/hour; and 40–56 passenger charter buses run $150–$300/hour. Here is the per-person math that settles the debate: a 30-passenger party bus for a 4-hour concert night at $250/hour comes to roughly $1,000 total — about $33 per head, with parking, the drive, and the designated-driver problem all included in that number. Compare that to $10 each way on the trolley (if you catch it), $15 for a rideshare surge home, and still needing to get downtown in the first place.

Call 912-752-1890 any time for a free, all-inclusive quote with no obligation.

Ghost Pirates Game Days at Enmarket Arena

The Savannah Ghost Pirates launched their inaugural ECHL season in 2022–23 and have built a real fanbase in the three seasons since. Their 2025–26 home opener is Friday, October 17 against the Norfolk Admirals, with doors at 6:00 PM and puck drop at 7:00 PM — and Opening Weekend continues Saturday, October 18 against the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for another 7:00 PM face-off. The full 36-game home schedule includes 12 Saturday games, 10 Friday games, five Sunday games, five Thursday games, three Wednesday games, and one Monday game, per the official 2025-26 schedule announcement.

Hockey nights at the arena run a specific kind of traffic pattern. The puck drops at 7:00 PM, which means the Stiles Avenue area is heaviest between 5:30 and 6:45 PM as fans pull into the lots. By the time the third period ends — usually between 9:30 and 10:00 PM — those same 7,200 seats are all heading for the exits at once, and rideshare surge pricing kicks in around the same time the game ends.

A bus rental for a Ghost Pirates group means the party starts on the ride over, everyone is dropped at Lot B with time to find their seats, and the bus is ready and waiting the moment the final buzzer sounds — no hunting for an Uber, no drawing straws.

For the biggest Ghost Pirates dates — home playoff games, themed promotional nights, and the opening weekend — book your Savannah bus rental at least four to six weeks out. The 2025–26 promotional schedule includes specialty nights that drive unusually high demand. Call 912-752-1890 to lock in your date.

Concert Season and Major Events at Enmarket Arena

Enmarket Arena has drawn stadium-scale acts since the day it opened — Andrea Bocelli and Pitbull in the first year, and a steadily building calendar since. In 2026, JOURNEY's Final Frontier Tour hits the arena on May 31, followed by Phish's two-night run July 14–15. Nate Bargatze brings his Big Dumb Eyes World Tour on May 30.

The arena also hosts the Savannah Steel arena football team and regular graduation ceremonies for area universities, which create their own concentrated demand spikes.

Concert nights are where the bus rental calculus is clearest. A 9,500-capacity crowd all leaving at the same time means Stiles Avenue is at a complete standstill, the Lot B rideshare queue backs up deep, and the arena's trolley runs its last pickup about an hour after the show ends — which often isn't late enough if the encore runs long. Your group, meanwhile, walks out to a bus that has been waiting.

Call 912-752-1890 to arrange your concert night transportation.

One note for multi-night events: Phish's two-night run in July and any similar back-to-back bookings create compounding demand. Savannah's hotel and parking supply gets stretched across both nights, and groups that book both nights together on one bus contract typically get the best rate and the certainty of the same vehicle for the full run.

Parking and Event-Night Logistics: What to Know

The arena's own guidance is worth understanding before you plan around it. Advance parking through ParkWhiz is the arena's recommendation — day-of pricing rises and spaces may simply not be available by the time most fans arrive. The premium garage on Chatham Parkway is reserved for suite and loge box holders with digital passes.

Valet service is available through Black Station Transportation at Bseparking.com/savannah for fans who want to avoid the lot scramble entirely.

For fans driving separately, the arena pushes them toward downtown parking garages and Historic District street parking, then the shuttle. That is a real plan — but it adds a transfer, a $10 trolley ticket per person per direction for concerts, and the variable of catching the last run home. For a group of 20, 30, or 40 people, one charter bus or party bus rental in Savannah skips all of those variables for one predictable rate.

Plus, nobody is walking back to their car at midnight in Savannah summer heat after a three-hour show.

Getting to Enmarket Arena: Routes and Timing

Enmarket Arena sits just west of downtown Savannah, off Stiles Avenue in the Canal District. Here are approximate distances and drive times from common pickup points before event traffic builds.

Those times are pre-event baselines. On a sold-out concert night, the I-16 approach into downtown and the surface streets around the Canal District can add 20 to 30 minutes to any route that feeds into Stiles Avenue from the west. For Ghost Pirates games starting at 7:00 PM, plan to be in the Lot B drop-off queue no later than 6:15 PM.

For concerts with an 8:00 PM start, 6:30 to 7:00 PM arrival at the arena gives your group time to find seats, grab food, and settle in before the opener.

Tips for Your Enmarket Arena Visit

A few things every group should know before the event, sourced from the arena's published policies at Enmarket Arena's A-Z guide.

• Clear bag required. Large bags, backpacks, and standard purses are not permitted. Clutches 4.5” x 6.5” x 2” or smaller are fine. Any bag above that size must be clear plastic and no larger than 14” x 14” x 6” with a 2-pocket maximum. Diaper and medical bags are permitted but subject to search.
• Cashless venue. The arena and its shuttles operate cashless — Apple Pay, Google Pay, and credit/debit cards only. Have a card ready at every step.
• Trolley stamp for the ride home. If your group mixes bus riders and trolley riders, know that the trolley issues a hand stamp at boarding that serves as the return-trip ticket. Losing it means paying again.
• Pre-purchase arena parking. If any members of your group are driving separately, the arena's strong recommendation is to buy parking through ParkWhiz before the event — day-of pricing rises and availability is not guaranteed at the gate.
• The footbridge. If your group is dropped in the W Gwinnett Street / Lot B zone, the canal footbridge connects to the main entrance plaza. It is a short walk, but good to know ahead of time so no one wanders in the wrong direction post-show.

Who Rents a Bus to Enmarket Arena

Different groups, same goal: everyone arrives together and no one has to figure out parking. Here are the most common trips we handle to the arena.

• Concert groups. The biggest factor. A sold-out show at 9,500 seats means the Stiles Avenue area is backed up for two hours before and after — a party bus picks your crew up at the hotel, drops them at Lot B with energy running high, and waits for the post-show pickup while the rideshare queue backs up on W Gwinnett Street.
• Ghost Pirates fan groups. Season ticket holders, company outings, and crew-neck-jersey wearing superfan groups who want the pregame energy baked into the ride. A 25-passenger minibus with reclining seats and climate control makes the ride from Pooler or Midtown feel like part of the event.
• Corporate and suite groups. Companies with suite access at Enmarket Arena use a charter bus to move clients and team members from downtown hotels or office locations without worrying about who drives or where to park. A single quote, a single vehicle, and a single pickup at the suite entrance when the night is done.
• Bachelorette and birthday parties. The pregame is on the bus — full-length bar, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound system from the moment the group boards. The show is the main event; the bus is the party that bookends it.
• School and university groups. Georgia Southern University and SCAD hold graduation ceremonies at Enmarket Arena that draw families from across the state. One charter bus handles the whole extended family from their hotel to the ceremony and back, without splitting into a six-car caravan across Savannah.

Booking Your Enmarket Arena Bus

Booking a Savannah bus rental to Enmarket Arena is straightforward, and a little planning up front makes everything seamless on event night.

1. Request a quote with your group size, pickup location, event date, and how much time you want before doors open.
2. Confirm the vehicle and drop-off point. We lock in the right vehicle for your headcount and verify the current approach routing for your specific event — because the traffic plan for a 9,500-cap concert differs from a Ghost Pirates weeknight game.
3. Set your post-event pickup window. Agree on a time and a meeting spot in the Lot B / W Gwinnett Street area before the event starts, so the bus is right there when your group walks out — no waiting in a rideshare queue.

For Ghost Pirates playoff games, major concerts, and graduation weekends at the arena, book at least four to six weeks in advance. The right-size vehicles go fast when multiple events land on the same weekend. For most regular-season hockey games and smaller shows, two to three weeks is workable — but the earlier you call, the better the options.

Call 912-752-1890 now to lock in your date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does a charter bus drop off at Enmarket Arena?

The designated passenger drop-off zone is Lot B, accessed via W Gwinnett Street — the same zone used for rideshare and taxi pickups, per the arena's published guidance. This keeps your group out of the main Stiles Avenue pedestrian flow and puts them on a direct path to the arena entrance via the canal footbridge. We confirm the exact approach lane for your specific event date when you book, since high-demand events can shift the traffic routing around the lot.

Where does the bus wait during the event?

The bus is reserved as a block of hours, so it can wait in or near the Lot B area during the event and be at an agreed-upon pickup point when your group comes out. You set that window with our team when you book — typically 20 to 30 minutes after the end of the event to allow for the crowd to clear the main exits. No surge pricing, no searching the lot.

How much does it cost to rent a bus to Enmarket Arena?

Pricing depends on vehicle size, total reserved hours, pickup location, and event date. As a guide: 14-passenger Sprinter limos run $170–$344/hour; small party buses (15–20 passengers) run $204–$378/hour; mid-size (20–30) run $244–$414/hour; large party buses and minibuses (35–50) run $294–$490/hour; and full-size charter buses run $150–$300/hour. We provide all-inclusive pricing in under 30 seconds with no hidden costs.

Call 912-752-1890 or use the online quote tool for an exact number based on your group and date.

What is the arena shuttle and how does it compare to a charter bus?

The arena's trolley shuttle picks up at the corner of Liberty and Barnard Streets (the Civic Center lot area) and runs to the arena, starting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours before events. Cost is $5 per person for hockey games and family events, $10 per person for concerts. It's a solid option for small groups or individuals already in the downtown area.

For groups larger than 10 to 15 people, a private Savannah charter bus rental is typically more convenient and often better value per head once you factor in the multi-direction logistics of getting your whole group to Liberty and Barnard, timing the trolley, and catching the last run home after a late show.

Do I need to buy arena parking in advance?

The arena strongly recommends advance purchase through ParkWhiz for anyone driving to the event — day-of pricing increases and availability is not guaranteed. If your group is arriving by charter bus, parking is not your concern. One vehicle, one drop-off, no parking to buy.

When should I book for a Ghost Pirates game?

For most regular-season games, two to three weeks of lead time is fine. For Opening Weekend (October 17–18, 2025), playoff games, themed promotional nights, or any Saturday game, book four to six weeks out. Weekend games fill the available vehicle supply across Savannah quickly.

Call 912-752-1890 as soon as your game date is set.

Can a charter bus pick up from multiple locations?

Yes. If your group is spread across different hotels, neighborhoods, or is picking up from multiple addresses in Pooler, Midtown, or the Historic District, one bus can make a sweep of stops and consolidate everyone before heading to the arena. Just provide all pickup addresses and approximate headcounts at each stop when you request your quote, and we will build the route accordingly.

Do you have ADA-accessible buses?

Yes. ADA-accessible vehicles are always available. Let us know your group's specific needs before your event date and we will arrange the right vehicle.

What is the bag policy at Enmarket Arena?

Large bags, backpacks, and purses are not permitted. Clear bags up to 14” x 14” x 6” are allowed, with a 2-pocket maximum. Small clutches (4.5” x 6.5” x 2” or smaller) are permitted.

Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed but subject to search. Visit the arena's A-Z guide for current policy details before your event.

Book Your Enmarket Arena Bus Today

Whether it is a Ghost Pirates playoff run, a JOURNEY concert, a corporate suite night, or a bachelorette party that starts on the party bus and ends with the encore — Party Bus Savannah has the right vehicle for your group and the event-night logistics to back it up. We know the Lot B approach, the W Gwinnett Street routing, and what post-show traffic looks like on a 9,500-cap concert night. Call 912-752-1890 any time for an all-inclusive quote, or use our online tool for instant availability.

Enmarket Arena address: 620 Stiles Ave, Savannah, GA 31415  |  Arena box office: (912) 525-5050