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 will be awarded through a competitive evaluation process called the Request for Proposal (RFP). The Contracts Administration and Support Office will begin accepting 2025 Seasonal Concessions Request for Proposal Applications beginning (but not before) Friday, December 6, 2024. RFP proposal applications are due to SPR no later than 3 pm on February 6, 2025. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered. RFP proposals must be submitted through the online application.
Apply online here using one of two links below beginning Friday, December 6, 2024.
Seasonal Concessions RFP Application (English)
*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 listing available vending locations: 2025 Seasonal RFP Locations 120424
*Note: Locations are subject to change, SPR reserves the right to change or remove locations.
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.