REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 2023 – Sign Up Form Available Below 

WHAT IS PARK(ING) DAY?

A day when people across the world temporarily repurpose street parking spaces into tiny parks dubbed “parklets.”  On Park(ing) Day, parklets are places for art, play, & activism! 

WHEN IS PARK(ING) DAY?

The 2023 global event is scheduled for Friday, September 15th. Note: Parklets in the City of Portland will be active this day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.! 

WHERE IS PARK(ING) DAY?

All over the world — & close to home! Several New England cities join the fun, including the City of Portland’s downtown district. Find parklets between these boundaries: High Street – Cumberland Ave – Franklin Street – Commercial Street.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN PARK(ING) DAY?

Tour The Parklets: Everyone! Come on downtown and take a tour of the parklets. Each one will have something unique and fun to offer! Take a tour of them all using our map and punch card for a chance to win a prize! More information coming soon. 

Set Up A Parklet: Local businesses & organizations are welcome and encouraged to join the fun. Just fill out a permit (info below) to set up a parklet outside of your business or in another downtown location. Please stay within these boundaries: High Street – Cumberland Ave – Franklin Street – Commercial Street. Note: You must also fill out a permit with the City of Portland (available here) and there is a $25 fee to reserve the parking space. 

 

Questions? Email us here! 

More information on the global PARK(ing) DAY effort available here. 

 

Thank you for your interest in hosting a parklet for PARK(ing) Day on Friday, September 15, 2023.

Please complete the simple registration form below AND submit a completed permit application (and $25 application fee) to the City of Portland no later than Sept. 9.

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