Operate a Class in a Park

If you are an individual, group, or organization, conducting organized recreational activities on city parkland, you are required to obtain a permit. We issue Commercial Use Permits for commercial activity that aligns with Seattle Parks and Recreation's mission to promote healthy people, a thriving environment, and a vibrant community.

Failure to obtain a permit from Seattle Parks and Recreation may result in a citation or fines. 
Report unpermitted activity in a Seattle Park

2026 Fees: There is a $100.00 permit administrative fee per park location in addition to a monthly use fee of $125.00 per month per park. All fees are due at time of permit issuance.

(For Day Camp operators, see the Day Camp Permit page.)

Who May Obtain a Commercial Use Permit?

To obtain a Commercial Use Permit, your business may not transact or collect money on park property. It is limited to ten (10) hours per week of operation per park; attendance is limited to 35 participants.  

 Seattle Parks issues Commercial Use Permits for the following:  

• Fitness classes (including, but not limited to, boot camps, yoga, running classes)
• Recreational activities (marine education, photography classes, organized school activities such as recess or PE, or pop-up picnics, etc.)
• Nature education, including wilderness training classes

Minimum schedule: 

• 1 meeting per month for three months (all at same location and times), or
• 1 meeting per week for a month (all at same location and times)

Commercial Use Permit restrictions include: 

• Minimal set up/equipment: limited to one 10x10 canopy, one table, two chairs, yoga mats, or similar. *No on-site storage. 
• Amplified sound is prohibited
• Use of shelters and picnic tables is not permitted
• The use of any playground area or equipment is not permitted
• The use of any athletic field, court, or playfield that get permitted through the Athletic Scheduling Office may not be issued a Commercial Use Permit.
• The use of any structures, including benches, walls, railings, for any purpose than originally intended is prohibited
• Marketing and promotional events are not permitted
• Groups must not impact the area for general visitors
• Groups must not unreasonably disturb the surrounding neighborhood
• The destroying, digging, cutting, removing or possession of any tree, shrub, or other plant is prohibited
• Gathering or collecting natural products of a renewable nature including but not limited to fruits, berries, mushrooms, driftwood, wood, is prohibited

Apply for a Commercial Use Permit using the online application below.
Mailed and emailed applications will not be accepted.

FAQ & Commercial Use Permit Application

The following attachments must be submitted with the online application:

• A copy of your City of Seattle Business License  
  • A State of Washington Business License is NOT acceptable for permitting
• A Site Plan.  Please visit this link and navigate to the locations you are requesting on the map.
  • Zoom in on the map anytime you see a yellow-orange or green circle. 
    o  Areas shaded yellow-orange and/or green may not be permitted.
    o  Areas located very close to the shaded areas will likely not be permitted.
  • Take a screenshot of the map and then mark up the map to indicate any and all areas you are requesting.  

Commercial Liability Insurance documents should be emailed to: SPRconcessions@seattle.gov

Please review the City's Insurance Requirements document: Insurance Requirements

*Note: The business name on the permit application must be the same as the business name on the City of Seattle business license and your insurance documents.

Commercial Use Permit Vendors-Permitted in 2026 as of March 24, 2026.
Business names will be added to this list as permits are finalized.

Wilding Education LLC
Carkeek Park
November 18, 2025 – June 17, 2026

South Seattle Fitness LLC dba South Seattle Women’s Fitness
Seward Park
January 1 – December 20, 2026

Transformational Trekking
Lower Woodland Park
February 3, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Girls on the Run of Puget Sound
Bitter Lake Playfield, Ella Bailey Park, Green Lake Park, Highland Park Playfield, Jefferson Park, Lincoln Park, Maple Leaf Reservoir Park, Othello Playground, Peppi's Playground, Van Asselt Playground
March 24 - May 21, 2026

Sweaty Mam LLC dba FIT4MOM West Seattle
Alki Beach Park
April 1 - September 25, 2026

Me-Kwa-Mooks Park
June 1 - August 28, 2026

Southside Booty Camp
Seward Park
April 1 - December 17, 2026