Welcome to Seattle Center
Seattle Center is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and accessible environment for everyone who visits, works at or participates in events on our campus.
Our Emergency Services Unit (ESU) provides 24-hour coverage of the Seattle Center campus and parking garages. We also work closely with the Seattle Police Department (SPD), Seattle Fire Department (SFD), event producers and our resident organizations on public safety, emergency preparedness and event planning.
Seattle Center regularly reviews our safety, security, emergency preparedness and communication practices and makes improvements as conditions, best practices and the needs of our campus evolve.
Need Help? See Something, Say Something
If you see something that needs our attention while at Seattle Center, contact the Seattle Center Emergency Services Unit:
Safety at Events
Seattle Center welcomes millions of visitors each year for festivals, concerts, sporting events, cultural celebrations and other public gatherings.
Safety planning is tailored to the size, location and specific needs of individual events. Seattle Center works with event producers, venue operators, resident organizations and public safety agencies, including SPD and SFD, as appropriate.
Safety measures may vary by event. Visitors should check event-specific information before arriving for any additional requirements or guidance.
Emergency Preparedness & Information
During an emergency, follow instructions from Seattle Center personnel, event staff and public safety officials. Depending on the nature of an incident, official information and emergency updates may also be available through these City of Seattle resources:
AlertSeattle
The City of Seattle’s official emergency notification system. Sign up to receive alerts about significant emergencies and other important events affecting Seattle.
https://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management/alerts
Seattle Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
Information about emergency preparedness, current hazards and how to prepare for emergencies and disasters in Seattle.
https://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management
Seattle Police Department (SPD)
For information about active law enforcement incidents and criminal investigations, look to official SPD communications for verified information.
https://www.seattle.gov/police
SPD Blotter
Official Seattle Police news and information, including updates about significant incidents and investigations.
https://spdblotter.seattle.gov
Seattle Fire Department (SFD)
Official information and resources related to fire prevention, emergency medical services, fire response and public safety.
https://www.seattle.gov/fire
Seattle 911
Call 911 for a police, fire or medical emergency or an immediate threat to life or safety.
Seattle 311 / Find It, Fix It
For non-emergency City service requests and issues that do not require an immediate public safety response, use the City’s Find It, Fix It service.
https://www.seattle.gov/customer-service-bureau/find-it-fix-it-mobile-app
Visiting Seattle Center
Visitors can help contribute to a safe and welcoming campus:
Lost Children & Vulnerable Individuals
If a child or vulnerable individual becomes separated from their group, contact a Seattle Center staff member or ESU immediately at 206-684-7272.
Seattle Center staff and ESU will assist with reunification and involve other public safety resources when appropriate.
Seattle Center works to maintain clean, accessible and welcoming public spaces and facilities across the campus.
Routine cleaning and facility maintenance occur throughout Seattle Center, with additional measures implemented when circumstances or public health guidance warrant.
Visitors should follow any current public health guidance or requirements that may be in effect for individual venues or events.
WHAT WE DO TO KEEP VISITORS SAFE:
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CLEANING & DISINFECTING We know it makes a difference in stemming the spread of viruses, and so we regularly clean and disinfect gathering areas in all City-owned and operated facilities including Seattle Center Armory, Fisher Pavilion and Exhibition Hall. Areas include the Armory Food & Event Hall and Lofts, restrooms, meeting rooms, elevators, stairways and entrances. Visitors will find hand sanitizer stations throughout our facilities as well as shiny counters and floors! |
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STAFF PRACTICES & PROTOCOLS The health and safety of Seattle Center employees is our top consideration. Masks are optional for staff while working in communal spaces on the grounds and in buildings, and sick staff are asked to stay home. Employees are trained to clean and disinfect any surface our visitors might touch and carefully track their work. Even event equipment is cleaned and disinfected before and after every use with EPA-approved products. |
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CREATING SAFE & HEALTHY EVENTS Our approach to safe and healthy events at Seattle Center is guided by our campus operations plans. To allow adequate time for cleaning and ventilating enclosed spaces, upcoming indoor events have been scheduled with lots of time in between. Further, we work with our event clients to help them complete a Health Safety Plan, so that our health and safety measures remain consistent no matter who puts on the party! |
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HEALTH & SAFETY AWARENESS A designated Seattle Center staff contact, with help from a health safety consultant, keeps us in the know about the latest guidance and research, and helps adjust our approach and protocols accordingly based on current wisdom and science. Go team! |
WHAT WE ASK YOU TO DO WHEN YOU VISIT:
We equitably treat all visitors in regard to health and safety while on the grounds. Please abide by the following to help us keep everyone well.
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IF YOU’RE SICK, STAY HOME Feel a sniffle coming on or tickle in your throat? If you are ill or think you might be coming down with something, please rest at home and keep others healthy. |
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WEAR A FACE COVERING Masks are optional in City of Seattle buildings. |
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FOLLOW YOUR EVENT GUIDELINES Events at Seattle Center now follow operational and health safety plans to support the health and safety of our staff and event attendees. Please follow all health safety requirements for any event you attend, as outlined by the event producer. We hope you enjoy your time on the grounds — and please do your part to ensure a fun, safe and comfortable space for everyone! |
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Seattle Center continually reviews our practices and works with public safety agencies, event producers, resident organizations, employees and community partners to identify opportunities for improvement.
Following significant incidents, we review our response and coordination to understand what worked, what can be improved and what changes should be considered going forward.
As that work continues, we will update this page with additional information and resources when appropriate.
