Getting to
the Show

Parking and Transportation

There are many options to get to Lake Union Piers, the site of the Boats Afloat Show!

Rideshare:
The easiest way to get to the show! We encourage you to use Uber or Lyft – no need to worry about finding a parking spot. Provide this address to your rideshare driver: 901 Fairview Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109

Private Parking:
There are many private paid parking lots in South Lake Union. Parking rates are controlled by the operators, NOT by Boats Afloat Show. Nearby options include:

Metropolis Parking at Lake Union Piers (closest to the show) – 901 Fairview Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109
Metropolis Parking at HC Henry Pier – 809 Fairview Place N. Seattle, WA 98109
Diamond Parking on Fairview Ave. N. – 1111 Fairview Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109

There are many other paid parking lots – just Google “Parking Near Lake Union Piers”

Tip: Use Spot Hero to shop for pre-paid, guaranteed parking spots to save time and money!

City of Seattle Street Parking:
There are a limited number of City of Seattle public parking spaces on the streets around the show. These parking spots have time limits, ranging from two to ten hours. Paid parking during show hours (except on Sundays). Note: There is no longer parking along Fairview Ave. N. in front of the Boats Afloat Show, as the City of Seattle is installing a bike lane.

Public Transit:
The most cost effective way to get to the show – take advantage of public transit, including King County Metro buses and/or the South Lake Union streetcar (Closest stop to the show: “Fairview & Campus Drive”). Use the following address as your destination, when planning your trip: 901 Fairview Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109.

South Lake Union Line

The South Lake Union Line is one segment of the Seattle Streetcar, and connects to Seattle’s vibrant downtown core. Consisting of 1.3 miles and seven stops, the Line delivers you right to the show – use the “Fairview & Campus Drive” stop to hop on and off.