Westlake Park

Westlake Park sits at the epicenter of downtown’s retail core. Since 2015, DSA has managed the park through an agreement with the City of Seattle. Guided by a vision to create a more active and welcoming space, we’ve brought in colorful furniture, games, music, food and kids activities. We’ve also hired park staff and full-time security. The result? A bustling urban gathering place that attracts workers, shoppers, visitors and kids of all ages. Live music and games in the summer — and holiday celebrations in winter — create a unique downtown experience for hundreds of thousands of people each year.

Events at Westlake Park

Art Projects

Park Amenities

Children's activities

Children's activities

Games

Games

Fitness

Fitness

Food trucks

Food trucks

Classes

Classes

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Contact Info

General Park Info:

Michael Johnson, Director of Parks & Public Spaces
206-613-3902
michaelj@downtownseattle.org

Sponsorships:

Jennifer Casillas, VP, Public Realm & Ambassador Operations
206-613-3225
parks@downtownseattle.org

Art and Public Space Projects:

Seth Geiser, Manager, Urban Planning & Design
206-613-3916
sethg@downtownseattle.org

Park Rules

The Seattle Municipal Code prohibits:

  • Placing any structure or obstruction in the park without a permit
  • Dogs or other pets that are not leashed; person with dog must carry and use equipment for removing feces.
  • Sale of merchandise without a permit
  • Amplified sound without a permit.
  • Camping
  • Liquor (open or closed container)
  • Littering
  • Skateboarding, roller-skating
  • Illegal gambling
  • Urinating or defecating

Parks Code of Conduct (enforceable under SMC 18.12.040) prohibits:

  • Depriving others of their use or enjoyment of the park
  • No smoking
  • Unattended items
  • Creating a risk of harm to any person or property
  • Obstructing pedestrian traffic; interfering with the provision of services or the use of park property
  • Disrupting Parks and Recreation activities.
  • Abusive or harassing behavior