Contact PSCA if you have further questions:
(206) 652-5025
info@pioneersquare.org

Pioneer Square
Community Association

GENERAL INFORMATION
When? First Thursday of every Month (except January)
Where? Occidental Park in Pioneer Square
Who? Artists Only

ART IN THE PARK PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES
Art in the Park participants are expected to be considerate and respectful toward other artists, patrons, and staff at all times. Threatening language and actions will not be tolerated.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
• Arrive at Occidental Park.
• Go to the Registration table under the red Pioneer Square tent.
• Present a current City of Seattle Business License (or copy) issued under your name.
• Sign-in and pay all applicable Booth Fees.
• Receive a 10% Parks Commission Envelope and a “Registered Artist” card.
• Begin setting up your booth
• Have fun, and sell your art!
• Turn in your 10% Parks Commission Envelope before you leave.

BOOTH FEES
$10 Table/Ground Space up to 8' x 6'
$20 Tent/Canopy Space up to 10' x 10'

10% of Sales
City ordinance requires 10% Commission on Sales in City Parks for maintenance and cleanup. Turn this in at end of night.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need a Business License to sell at Art in the Park? YES. Vendors who sell must have with them a current City of Seattle Business License. Applications will be available at the registration table or you can print one by following the link above.

Is my Washington State Business License okay? NO. You must have a City of Seattle Business License. This is a green and white document with a 6-digit License number.

May I still participate if I don't have a license? YES and NO. You may participate at 1 event if you take a license application or if you tell staff that you have already applied. To participate in future events, you must present a valid business license or proof of application.

Does it cost anything to sell my art? YES. Booth Fees are $10 for an 8’x6’ table/ground space or $20 for a 10’x10' tent/canopy space. Because the events are held in a city park, 10% of sales must go to the Parks Department upon check-out. We'll give you a special envelope for this at registration.

Where should I park? There are two pay-to-park lots adjacent to Occidental Park. They can be fairly pricey though. We recommend parking on the street if possible. There is a lot of street parking under the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Street parking is free in Seattle after 6:00 pm. Do not leave your car unattended in a pay-to-park lot without paying unless you have an affinity for tickets.

Where should I unload my things? There is no load/unload zone adjacent to the park. You should park your vehicle and unload from your parking space. Vehicles are not allowed within Occidental Park. We're working on this. The load/unload situation should be improving in the near future. Check back here for details.

Will I have access to electricity in Occidental Park? YES.

May I deploy my booth wherever I please? NO. Please do not set up in Fire Fighters Memorial. Ask event manager for set up guidelines.

Do I have to be nice and respectful to other artists? YES. As the hours go by and space gets tighter, respect for neighboring artists becomes more important. Burning of incense, playing of amplified music, taking up excessive space, etc. should be avoided upon request from neighboring artists and/or event staff. Thank you.

May I share a booth with someone else? YES. Up to 2 artists may share a booth space. Each artist must sell their own original artwork and must have a valid City of Seattle Business License.

Are buskers or street performers allowed in the park? YES. Most unscheduled performance artists will be allowed to participate on a case-by-case basis given that they do not pose a safety threat to anyone in the park and they do not produce excessive sound or disruption to the event.

Will I have access to a restroom? YES. Restrooms are located adjacent to Occidental Park in the Grand Central Arcade. You may need to get a key from one of the merchants to get in. Just tell them that you are a vendor at Art in the Park.

Contact PSCA if you have further questions:
Pioneer Square Community Association
info@pioneersquare.org