Daily Activations
DailyActivations
<p><strong>Parks are activated daily through Park Concierge presence and Busker performances. </strong></p>
<p>Enjoy a seat at tables and chairs set up daily by Park Concierges, or play a game of giant chess or connect four.</p>
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<h3>Park Concierges</h3>
<p>In partnership with Associated Recreation Council (ARC), Park Concierges are in parks almost every day of the year, rain or shine. Park Concierges help make parks an inviting and welcoming place for all. Each day they set up and put away bistro furniture, signage and games, as well as provide support for park programming and events. Park Concierges can also provide information about upcoming park events, resources in the neighborhood, and even their favorite local spots! </p>
<p><img src="images/Departments/ParksAndRecreation/Programs/Center%20City%20Parks/Concierge_Kelly_2.jpg" width="400" height="534" class="blockImg" alt="Park Concierge Kelly stands at Cal Anderson Park" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></p>
Park Concierge Locations and Hours
<h4>The following parks are staffed by Park Concierge from 10:00am - 4:30pm:</h4>
<p><strong>Ballard Commons Park:</strong> Daily<br /><strong>City Hall Park:</strong> Monday - Friday<br /><strong>Denny Park:</strong> Tuesday - Friday<br /><strong>Freeway Park:</strong> Tuesday and Thursday<br /><strong>Hing Hay Park:</strong> Daily<br /><strong>Pioneer Square Park:</strong> Daily</p>
<p>*Park Concierge presence is subject to change due to staffing and weather conditions</p>
<h3>Busker Series</h3>
<p>Enjoy lunchtime music and performances in the park! Bistro furniture is available at all listed locations for comfortable dining and relaxing.<br />*subject to rain-out cancellation for most locations</p>
<h4>Become a Busker!</h4>
<p>All 2026 Busking Program spaces have been filled.</p>
<p>Email <a href="mailto:Philip.Craft@seattle.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philip.Craft@seattle.gov</a> in January 2027 to secure an audition space for 2027.</p>
<p>Auditions for the SPR/ARC Busking Program occur in the Spring. You will need to be able to pass a criminal background check, play two-hours of music without repeating songs, and understand copyright laws relating to Busking.</p>
<p><img src="images/Departments/ParksAndRecreation/Programs/Center%20City%20Parks/Hing%20Hay%20Feb%202024%20for%20FB%20cover.jpg" alt="Busker at Hing Hay Park with Pagoda in the background" title="images/Departments/ParksAndRecreation/Programs/Center City Parks/Hing Hay Feb 2024 for FB cover.jpg" width="599" height="256" class="blockImg" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></p>
View Busker Series Details
<p><strong>Ballard Commons Park:</strong> daily, 12-2pm (12-4pm on weekends!)</p>
<p><strong>Cal Anderson Park:</strong> daily, 12-2pm by the shelterhouse</p>
<p><strong>City Hall Park:</strong> Monday-Friday, 12-2pm</p>
<p><strong style="font-size: 12pt;">Denny Park:</strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tuesday-Saturday, 12-2pm</span></p>
<p><strong style="font-size: 12pt;">Freeway Park:</strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tuesday and Thursday, 12-2pm in Seneca Plaza</span></p>
<p><strong style="font-size: 12pt;">Hing Hay Park:</strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">daily, 12-2pm</span></p>
<p><strong>Westlake Sound Transit Station: </strong>Tuesday-Friday, 4-6pm</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SeattleParksBuskers/" target="_blank" class="extLink" title="Seattle Parks and Recreation Busker Facebook Page" rel="noopener">Follow us on Facebook</a> for more information!</strong></p>