Project Overview
Occidental Avenue South Street Improvements
Seattle Parks Foundation, the Alliance for Pioneer Square, partners, community stakeholders and the Seattle Department of Transportation are working with MIG urban design and engineers to create near term strategies and a long-term vision for the redevelopment of the Occidental Avenue South right-of-way between South King Street and South Royal Brougham Way. Our goal is to complete the near-term improvement project by Spring 2026 in advance of the World Cup 2026.
From sports games and events to neighborhood businesses and residents, Occidental Avenue South is a complex space that serves many functions for the neighborhood and public. This project seeks to build on the City’s 2015 vision for Occidental Avenue South, which envisioned a year-round promenade that prioritizes people and accommodates vehicular access to further integrate Occidental Ave South and the Stadium District with Pioneer Square and Downtown.
Goals for the Project
The goals of this project are to confirm the long-term vision and develop a phased approach for short-term tactical public improvements that can be executed prior to the 2026 World Cup.
- Address Vendor Management.
- Address safety needs.
- Create a vibrant stadium district, providing street amenities and flexibility for the various users and venues.
- Identify near term improvements to support the World Cup 2026.
- Set the stage for longer improvements.
Alliance for Pioneer Square
FIFA World Cup 26 Seattle™
Lumen Field
Pioneer Square Residents Council
Seattle Department of Transportation
Seattle Parks Foundation
Public Stadium Authority
T-Mobile Park
Public Facilities District
Project Schedule
June 2025 – December 2025
- Meet with stakeholders, develop an action plan and identify near term improvements
- Develop long term street concept plan
- Construction of near term improvements by SDOT crews
Public Engagement
You’re invited! Join us to discuss ideas for near-term improvements along Occidental Ave S between S King St and S Royal Brougham Way.
When: December 9, 5-7 PM
Where: Rooftop at Railspur, 419 Occidental Avenue, Seattle, WA
We will share opportunities for near-term improvements and gather your feedback. Your input will help shape the project.
The Occidental Promenade project is funded through the 2024 Seattle Transportation Levy. The project team includes Seattle Department of Transportation, the Alliance for Pioneer Square, MIG, PSP, and Seattle Parks Foundation.
Previous Stakeholder Meeting Notes:
Sign Up for Project Updates
Subscribe to learn more about the Occidental Promenade project. When we have updates, we’ll share them in our monthly eNews.
