If you've circled the blocks around Enmarket Arena (620 Stiles Ave, Savannah, GA 31415) on a sold-out night, you already know how it plays out. The arena sits on the west side of the city — about 1.5 miles from the Historic District — and the approach roads off W. Gwinnett Street back up fast when a Ghost Pirates home game or a national touring concert turns over 7,000 or 9,500 seats at once. The arena's own answer is a shuttle service running from downtown, and for one or two people already near the pickup corner, it's a solid option.
For a group of 20 coming from three different hotels? One private bus picks everyone up at one address, drops them at the arena entrance, and is staged for the return before anyone walks through the gate.
That's what this guide answers in full: where the bus drops off, how the official shuttle works and what it costs, the approach roads that fill first, the Ghost Pirates' 2026-27 season, what's coming to the arena's concert calendar, and how the per-head math breaks down for different group sizes. Every logistical detail links to the official source so you can verify it before your event. To get pricing for your specific date, call 912-761-9170 or use the online form at Savannahpartybuscompany.com — either way, a quote takes about 60 seconds.
Why Rent a Party Bus or Charter Bus to Enmarket Arena?
One bus eliminates the whole event-night scramble. Coordinating who drives, finding parking close enough to matter, paying whatever the lot charges if you didn't pre-purchase in advance — the official Enmarket Arena parking page is explicit that day-of prices increase — and then tracking everyone down after the final buzzer or the encore: those logistics stack up fast when your group is larger than one car. A Savannah charter bus or party bus rental takes all of that off the table.
Your group loads at one address — your hotel, your vacation rental, wherever the headcount assembles — rides together to the arena entrance, and walks out after the event to a bus that's already staged and waiting. No one scrambles for a rideshare at midnight in a neighborhood where post-show surge pricing makes a three-mile trip feel expensive. No one gets separated in the crowd outside Lot B at 10:30 PM.
And no one draws straws for who has to navigate Savannah's one-way downtown grid on the ride back.
For a Ghost Pirates fan group of 25, a bachelorette group at a Doobie Brothers concert, or a corporate outing for a big Enmarket Arena weekend — the vehicle changes, but the logic doesn't. One flat rate split across the group, one pickup, one drop. Savannahpartybuscompany.com connects groups to a large network of bus companies serving Savannah so you can compare vehicle types and pricing in under a minute. Call 912-761-9170 or use the quote form to get started.
Charter Bus & Party Bus Drop-Off at Enmarket Arena
The arena's published guidance designates Lot B as the dedicated rideshare, taxi, and patron pick-up and drop-off zone, with all vehicles entering off W. Gwinnett Street, per the Enmarket Arena parking page. That's the commercial curbside drop-off point — your bus approaches from W. Gwinnett, unloads at Lot B, and stages in the area while the event runs. For premium ticketholders and suite holders, the Chatham Parkway Subaru Garage (Lot A) is a separate, dedicated premium parking structure accessed by digital pass only.
The arena's recommended pre-purchased parking for Ghost Pirates games is Lot J — the Chatham Parkway Toyota Lot at 1050 W. Gwinnett St., just south of the arena footprint. Lot J is the general-admission option; Lot A is premium-only. Lot B is drop-off, not self-parking — if part of your group is self-driving, they need a pre-purchased lot pass through ParkWhiz because day-of pricing increases and high-demand nights move through advance inventory fast.
For your bus group, the drop at Lot B is close and direct. We recommend checking the official Enmarket Arena parking page before your visit to confirm current lot assignments for your specific event — road work on Stiles Ave and Gwinnett has been ongoing and details can shift by event.
The designated drop-off zone is Lot B, accessed off W. Gwinnett Street. That puts your group steps from the arena entrance — not walking in from a remote self-parking lot or catching a secondary shuttle from Liberty Street. The bus can stage nearby so the post-event pickup is arranged before anyone walks in.
The Arena Shuttle vs. a Private Group Bus to Enmarket Arena
Enmarket Arena runs an official shuttle from downtown Savannah — pickup at the corner of Liberty Street and Barnard Street, near the old Savannah Civic Center parking lot. Riders pay and board there, receive a stamp that works as the return ticket, and ride out to the arena. For hockey games and family events, that's $5 per person each way.
For concerts, it's $10 per person each way, and children 5 and under ride free. Shuttles run roughly two hours before the event and stop about an hour after conclusion. Payment is cashless — Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit/debit cards only.
For someone already walking distance from Liberty and Barnard who wants a simple connection to the arena, it's a genuinely good option.
For a group, the math changes. Fifteen people at a concert night is $150 each way — $300 round-trip — for a shuttle that you still need to get to first. If your group is at a hotel south of Forsyth Park, near the Convention Center waterfront, or coming in from Tybee Island, getting everyone to Liberty and Barnard is a coordination step that happens before the shuttle even runs.
A private bus to Enmarket Arena handles the whole run: pickup at your hotel or starting address, drop at the arena's Lot B entrance, staged return after the show. No intermediate connection, no per-head shuttle cost stacking up as the group grows.
| Option | Cost shape | Arrive together? | Door-to-door? | Best group size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private charter bus or party bus | One flat rate, split across the group | Yes — one vehicle, one arrival | Yes — hotel pickup to Lot B drop, arena to hotel return | 15–56 |
| Arena shuttle (Liberty/Barnard) | $5/person hockey, $10/person concerts | Only if everyone reaches the pickup together | No — still need to reach Liberty and Barnard first | Solo or small groups already downtown |
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | Per car each way + post-show surge | No — multiple cars, staggered ETAs | Partial — Lot B drop-off but surge pricing post-show | 1–4 per vehicle |
| Self-drive and pre-park | Lot J pre-purchase (prices increase day-of) | No — caravan coordination required | No — walk from lot to arena entrance | 1–2 per car |
For one or two people already near Liberty and Barnard, the arena shuttle is the right call — no argument. But once your group exceeds a few independent rideshares' worth of people, coordinating separate pickups and paying per-head shuttle costs tips decisively toward one flat bus rate. That's who the rest of this guide is written for.
Rent a Bus to Enmarket Arena for Ghost Pirates Hockey
The Savannah Ghost Pirates are the city's professional hockey team — an ECHL franchise affiliated with the Florida Panthers — and they've called Enmarket Arena home since the 2022-23 inaugural season. The 2026-27 season is the franchise's fifth, opening on Friday, October 16 against the Norfolk Admirals at 7:00 PM. The schedule runs 36 home games from October through April, with 30 of those falling on weekends.
Hockey capacity at Enmarket Arena is approximately 7,485.
The Ghost Pirates lean hard into their themed promotional nights, and those are the games that sell group sections first. Annual traditions include Teddy Bear Toss (fans throw stuffed animals for Memorial Health Children's Hospital after the first Ghost Pirates goal), Pink in the Rink (breast cancer awareness), Star Wars Night, Marvel Night, Troop Thursdays honoring military families, and Family Fundays with outdoor activities before Sunday afternoon games. These recurring nights fill group seating well in advance — if your group is planning around one of them, locking in both bus and tickets at the same time is the move.
The Ghost Pirates offer group discounts and exclusive seating options through a group outing interest form on their website. For large fan groups, a Savannah sporting event charter bus through Savannahpartybuscompany.com takes your group from one address to the Lot B drop-off at the arena, then stages for the post-game pickup while everyone's still celebrating inside. Call 912-761-9170 to check vehicle availability for your game date.
Charter Bus Rentals to Enmarket Arena Concerts and Events
Enmarket Arena's 9,500-seat concert configuration brings national touring acts to Savannah year-round. Coming up this fall: The Red Clay Strays (October 15), The Doobie Brothers' Walk This Road Tour (October 18), and Gavin Adcock (October 30). Monster Jam and a WWE Summer Tour date land at the arena in late summer.
The venue's full event calendar rotates in additional sports, family shows, and touring acts throughout the year.
Concert nights are the highest-cost scenario for the arena shuttle ($10 per person each way), and post-show rideshare availability on Savannah's west side thins out fast after midnight. A Savannah concert party bus rental through Savannahpartybuscompany.com gets your group to the Lot B drop before the opener and picks everyone up at an agreed-upon time after the headliner ends — no one waiting in a surge queue, no one walking to Liberty and Barnard at 11 PM. For big-draw concerts like the Doobie Brothers, vehicle availability runs short; request a quote as soon as your event date is set.
Check the full upcoming event calendar at the official Enmarket Arena events page before finalizing your plans.
What Size Bus Does Your Group Need for Enmarket Arena?
Enmarket Arena draws groups of every size — a 12-person hockey group is a different booking than a 45-person corporate suite night. The full vehicle lineup available through Savannahpartybuscompany.com covers the range. Here's how the common vehicle types map to the most typical Enmarket Arena trips.
| Vehicle | Capacity | Best for | Key amenities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprinter van / 14-passenger Sprinter limo | Up to 14 | Suite groups, VIP outings, small groups | Premium leather seating, USB charging, tinted privacy windows, individual climate control |
| Party bus (20–50 passengers) | 20–50 | Fan groups, birthday concert runs, bachelorette groups | Color-changing LED lighting, premium Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs, perimeter seating |
| 15–35 passenger minibus | 15–35 | Mid-size groups, corporate shuttles, family outings | Reclining seats, powerful A/C, overhead storage |
| 40–56 passenger charter bus | Up to 56 | Large fan groups, corporate events, multi-leg airport runs | Reclining seats, climate control, overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, undercarriage bays |
For a Ghost Pirates fan group of 20–30 people from a downtown hotel block, a 25-passenger party bus keeps everyone together with LED lighting and sound to carry the pregame energy from pickup to puck drop. For larger corporate groups or for out-of-town parties flying into SAV who need a multi-leg itinerary — airport pickup, hotel drop, then the arena — the 56-passenger charter bus has deep undercarriage bays and an onboard restroom for the longer run. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network; note the need in your quote request and it can be arranged.
Enmarket Arena Party Bus & Charter Bus Rental Prices
Savannahpartybuscompany.com returns quotes in about 60 seconds — no account required, no obligation. Pricing depends on your vehicle size, total hours the bus is dedicated to your group, the date (a sold-out Doobie Brothers concert night runs at different demand than a mid-January Thursday Ghost Pirates game), and your origin point. To give you an idea of planning ranges: a 15–35 passenger minibus runs roughly $200–$275 per hour on weekends; a 25-passenger party bus runs approximately $275–$375 per hour on weekends; a full 40–56 passenger charter bus runs around $200–$350 per hour on both weekdays and weekends.
The real quote moves with your specific date, vehicle, hours, and routing — but those ranges give you a working number for the per-head math.
Split a four-hour party bus across 25 people for a Ghost Pirates Saturday night, and the per-person cost is often comparable to — or less than — the shuttle round-trip plus whatever everyone paid for parking at Lot J. The difference is you have door-to-door pickup, no staging step, and a post-show pickup already arranged. For the full pricing breakdown, visit the Savannah party bus prices page, or call 912-761-9170 for a quote on your exact date.
A Game-Night Example
To give you an idea: a 22-person Ghost Pirates group books a 25-passenger party bus for a Saturday home game. Pickup at 5:30 PM from a hotel on Bay Street, at the arena's Lot B entrance by 6:15 PM — about 90 minutes before puck drop. The group heads in, and the bus stages nearby for a 10:00 PM pickup after the game.
A five-hour weekend rental at that size might come to around $1,650 — roughly $75 per person, covering both legs with no shuttle coordination and no parking pass to pre-purchase.
Getting to Enmarket Arena: Routes and Timing
Enmarket Arena sits at the western edge of Savannah's urban core. The primary access for group drop-off is W. Gwinnett Street into Lot B. From the Historic District hotels near City Market or the riverfront, that's under two miles — five to ten minutes off-peak. On a high-demand night when Stiles Ave backs up toward Montgomery Street, budget 20–25 minutes and plan to be at the arena 60–75 minutes before the event starts.
| From… | Approx. distance | Typical off-peak drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Historic District (City Market area) | ~1.5 miles | 5–10 minutes |
| Forsyth Park hotel cluster | ~0.9 miles | 5–8 minutes |
| Savannah Convention Center / Westin Savannah | ~2.5 miles | 8–12 minutes |
| Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) | ~13 miles via I-516 | 20–25 minutes off-peak |
| Tybee Island | ~22 miles via US-80 | 30–40 minutes |
| I-95 interchange (I-16 junction) | ~10 miles | 15–20 minutes |
The most consistent group vehicle approach is W. Gwinnett Street westbound into Lot B — that's the entrance the arena's own guidance directs all rideshare and drop-off traffic through. Stiles Avenue itself can back up toward Montgomery and MLK Jr. Boulevard in the 45 minutes before a high-demand event; the Gwinnett approach tends to move better. For out-of-town groups, the run from SAV airport via I-516 West to the Gwinnett/Louisville interchange is about 13 miles and straightforward off-peak.
On the night of a big Ghost Pirates promo game or a major touring concert, build in extra time. A bus groups' best move is always to land at the arena before the approach roads get crowded — and the departure time from your hotel is the lever that controls that.
Group Planning Tips for Enmarket Arena Events
- Pre-purchase parking if part of your group is self-driving. Lot J (Chatham Parkway Toyota, 1050 W. Gwinnett St.) is the arena's recommended general parking for Ghost Pirates games. Day-of prices increase — advance purchase through ParkWhiz is the move, and high-demand nights sell out pre-purchase inventory before event day.
- For Ghost Pirates themed nights, lock in both the bus and the group tickets at the same time. Teddy Bear Toss night, Pink in the Rink, and Star Wars Night are the fastest-selling home games of the season. The Ghost Pirates website has a group outing interest form — submit it while requesting a quote through Savannahpartybuscompany.com, and both are sorted in one sitting.
- Concert nights need a post-show buffer. The arena shuttle from Liberty and Barnard runs about an hour after events end; rideshare availability on the west side lags post-show. If your group is on a private bus, set the pickup time at Lot B — give yourself 20–30 minutes after the headliner ends before expecting the bus to be loaded and ready to go. That buffer clears the immediate exit crowd without a long staging wait.
- For multi-stop itineraries, the bus handles it all in one booking. Airport pickup at SAV, hotel drop-off, arena trip in the evening — call 912-761-9170 to price a multi-leg route as a single itinerary. That's a common setup for out-of-town groups flying in for a Ghost Pirates opening weekend or a sold-out concert date.
- Check the official parking page before every event. Stiles Ave widening and Gwinnett infrastructure work have been ongoing since the arena opened in 2022; lot assignments and approach routing can shift by event. The Enmarket Arena parking page is the authoritative source and worth a quick check in the week before your trip.
Frequently Asked Questions About Getting a Group to Enmarket Arena
Where exactly does a charter bus or party bus drop off at Enmarket Arena?
The arena's published guidance designates Lot B as the dedicated drop-off zone for rideshare, taxi, and patron pick-up, with all vehicles entering off W. Gwinnett Street. That's the commercial curbside point — your bus unloads there and the group walks directly to the arena entrance. Check the official Enmarket Arena parking page before your event, as lot assignments and road routing have shifted during ongoing construction near Stiles Ave.
What does the official downtown shuttle cost and how does it work?
The arena shuttle picks up at Liberty Street at Barnard Street (near the old Savannah Civic Center lot). Pricing is $5 per person for hockey and family events and $10 per person for concerts; children 5 and under ride free. Payment is cashless only — Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit/debit cards.
On boarding, riders receive a stamp that serves as the return ticket. Shuttles run roughly two hours before the event and stop about an hour after conclusion. For a group already assembled at that corner, it works.
For a group staged at different hotels or coming from outside downtown, a private bus eliminates the staging step.
Where does Lot J parking cost at Enmarket Arena, and why does day-of pricing go up?
Lot J — the Chatham Parkway Toyota Lot at 1050 W. Gwinnett St. — is the arena's recommended general parking for Ghost Pirates games, bookable in advance through ParkWhiz. The arena explicitly states that day-of parking prices increase, so advance purchase is the standard advice. Lot B is drop-off only, not self-parking.
Lot A (Chatham Parkway Subaru Garage) is reserved for premium ticketholders and suite holders with digital passes. If part of your group is self-driving, Lot J pre-purchase is the right call; for your bus group, Lot B on W. Gwinnett is the drop-off point.
How many seats does Enmarket Arena have?
Approximately 9,500 for concerts and around 7,485 for hockey (as of 2024). The arena opened in February 2022 and also features 12 luxury suites, five lodge boxes, and a party suite. It replaced the former Martin Luther King Jr. Arena at the aging Savannah Civic Center.
When does the Ghost Pirates 2026-27 season start?
The Ghost Pirates open their fifth season on Friday, October 16, 2026, hosting the Norfolk Admirals at Enmarket Arena at 7:00 PM. The schedule runs 36 home games through April 2027, with 30 of those on weekends. The full schedule and group outing packages are at ghostpirateshockey.com.
Can one bus handle an airport pickup and an arena trip on the same booking?
Yes — multi-leg itineraries can be priced as a single trip through Savannahpartybuscompany.com. A common setup for out-of-town groups: baggage claim pickup at SAV, hotel drop, and then the arena trip that evening. Call 912-761-9170 or use the online form to price the full route; you'll have a number in about a minute.
How far in advance should we book for a Ghost Pirates game or a major concert?
For themed Ghost Pirates nights (Teddy Bear Toss, Star Wars Night, Pink in the Rink) and high-demand concerts, request your quote as soon as the event date is confirmed — those nights pull from the same limited vehicle supply as every other Savannah event that evening. For a standard mid-season Wednesday home game or a smaller touring act, two to four weeks of lead time is workable. Earlier requests see better vehicle selection and better pricing.
Are ADA-accessible buses available for Enmarket Arena trips?
Yes — ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network. Note the requirement in your quote request and it can be arranged. Contact Enmarket Arena directly for accessible seating and accessible parking pass details.
Does the post-show shuttle reliably get back to the arena after a concert?
The arena shuttle from Liberty and Barnard runs for approximately one hour after the event concludes. For late-running concerts or events with long encores, that window can close before everyone is ready to leave, leaving groups relying on rideshare — which surges hard on Savannah's west side late at night. A private bus has a fixed pickup time that you set in advance; the bus is staged and ready when you walk out, regardless of how long the show ran.
Book Your Enmarket Arena Bus Today
Whether it's a 30-person Ghost Pirates group for Opening Night, a concert run for the Doobie Brothers, a corporate suite outing for a big arena weekend, or a bachelorette group heading to one of Savannah's biggest shows of the season — Savannahpartybuscompany.com connects your group to charter buses, party buses, minibuses, and Sprinter vans from a large network of bus companies serving Savannah. Your bus drops at Lot B off W. Gwinnett Street while everyone else is circling the Stiles Ave block for a parking spot or waiting at the Liberty and Barnard corner for the shuttle. That's the whole point.
Call 912-761-9170 any time to get a quote for your Enmarket Arena trip, or use the online form at Savannahpartybuscompany.com to compare vehicle types and pricing in about 60 seconds — no account, no obligation. Also heading to a Bananas game or a Paulson Stadium event on the same Savannah trip? The Grayson Stadium group transportation guide covers that run separately.
