Right now, city-managed on-street parking downtown is free through October 4, 2026. Grab an legal curbside space near Palafox; South Spring Street is often the easiest nearby fallback.

Avoid private lots with red/green payment signs—they still charge and may boot. The Jefferson Street Garage is not free, although the adjacent city lot offers 30 minutes free. Check the live city parking map or call Parking Services at (850) 436-5648.

👉 What cross street or business are you near, so I can point you to the closest free block?