Miami Parking Authority offers extra hour free with Holiday Courtesy Program

Miami drivers will once again get a seasonal break at the meter. The Miami Parking Authority is rolling out its annual Holiday Parking Courtesy Citation program, offering customers an extra hour of free parking across the city beginning Friday. The program will run through January 1, 2026.

Motorists can use either PayByPhone or ParkMobile to pay for parking at any on-street space managed by the authority. Once a paid parking session expires, customers will receive a holiday courtesy citation, granting them up to one additional hour of parking beyond the original end time.

The seasonal initiative is one of the authority’s most popular, aimed at easing holiday errands, shopping trips, and visits to local businesses during the busiest time of year.

Resident discount

The Parking Authority also reminded residents about its ongoing City of Miami resident discount for on-street parking. Eligible residents can receive reduced rates when using PayByPhone or ParkMobile, though the offer cannot be combined with other discount programs.

To enroll, residents must submit the mobile number associated with their parking app, the vehicle’s license plate, and a copy of the vehicle registration. The vehicle must be registered in the City of Miami, and commercial vehicles do not qualify. Enrollment must be renewed upon each vehicle registration renewal.

The authority encourages residents to sign up early to take advantage of the savings throughout the holiday season and beyond.