Seasonal Food Truck, Activities, and Fitness Concessions
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) seeks unique and interesting business collaborations that promote and enhance parks through a shared commitment to healthy people, thriving environment and vibrant community. Opportunities vary, with some sites appropriate for kiosks, carts, trailers, and food trucks. Most locations do not have storage, water, or electricity available. Small businesses and Women and/or Minority Businesses (WMBE) are encouraged to submit proposals. Before submitting your application, review the site descriptions and visit the park location.
Seasonal Food/Non-Food Concessions 2025
2025 Seasonal Concession permits have been awarded through a competitive evaluation process called the Request for Proposal (RFP). The Contracts Administration and Support Office is now accepting 2025 Post-RFP-Applications for locations still available.
Locations are subject to change, SPR reserves the right to change or remove locations. Locations currently available as of June 3, 2025: Bergen Place, Carkeek Park, Freeway Park, Gas Works Park, Jefferson Park, Lincoln Park, Lowery C. “Pop” Mounger Pool, Magnuson Park Off-Leash Parking Area(6/23/25), Matthews Beach Park, Mount Baker Beach Park, Northacres Park, Pritchard Beach, Stan Sayres Park.
Apply online here using the link below beginning Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Seasonal Concessions Post-RFP-Application
*Note: Emailed, mailed, and in-person application submissions will not be considered.
The term of a 2025 Seasonal Concessions Permit may begin as early as May 1, 2025 and may not run past April 30, 2026.
Download PDF of vending location descriptions: 2025 Seasonal RFP Locations 120424
Mark your calendar: The 2026 Request for Proposal (RFP) process is planned to open for applications in early December 2025 with a deadline in early February 2026.
Commercial Use Permits-Fitness/Education/Recreation
Are you a business offering classes/instruction/recreational service in City of Seattle parks? You need an Commercial Use Permit. Please visit this page for details.
All commercial activity in parks requires a permit or contract. Failure to obtain a permit from Seattle Parks and Recreation may result in a citation or fines.