We are working hard to make the Festival accessible to all of Seattle’s citizens, as it is our goal to offer everyone an enjoyable experience. Every year we update our website, brochures, and maps to better inform those who need special accommodations. We have a team of dedicated Access Volunteers to provide assistance to patrons with disabilities.
Bumbershoot transforms the Seattle Center grounds and this changes the existing access points. We are committed to making information available to people with disabilities so they may better plan their trip to Bumbershoot. In partnership with Seattle Center, we are striving to make your event experience as comfortable as possible.
Parking
Please note that during the Festival, some of the existing accessible parking spaces at Seattle Center are relocated. However, the same number of accessible parking spaces will continue to be provided.
Accessible parking spaces can be found at:
- The first level of the Mercer Street Garage
- 5th Avenue garage
- 1st Avenue garage
- Dozens of private lots surrounding Seattle Center
Interpreted Concerts at Bumbershoot
Concerts with American Sign Language Interpreter:
Saturday, September 3
- 2:45 Presidents of the United States of America @ KeyArena
- 6:15 Amy Schumer, Eugene Mirman @ Intiman
Sunday, September 4
- 4:15 The Improvised Shakespeare Company @ Bagley Wright
- 8:00 Macklemore & Ryan Lewis @ KeyArena
Monday, September 5
- 4:30 Kurt Metzger, Deon Cole @ Intiman
- 9:15 Daryl Hall & John Oates @ KeyArena
In KeyArena, the interpreter will be located just below Section 115.
Courtesy Wheelchairs
A very limited number of wheelchairs are available for loan at the Festival and can be obtained at the information booth inside the Center House. You must complete a form and present valid photo identification, which will be held until the wheelchair is returned. If wheelchairs are in high demand you may be requested to limit use to a period of 2 hours.
ID Bracelets
Bumbershoot is offering free wristbands to help reunite individuals with permanent disabilities who become separated from their family or guardians. Go to any info booth to complete a short registration form with your contact info and get a numbered wristband. In the event an individual is separated from you, Bumbershoot Staff will contact you immediately.
We Have Help for You
We have a team of dedicated access volunteers to provide assistance to people with disabilities on a case-by-case basis during the Festival. You may request assistance at the gate you enter, or you may visit any of the information booths to request an Access Volunteer.
Information Booths are located:
- East side of KeyArena
- Between Center House and Memorial Stadium.
- Northwest of the Fountain Lawn (also the Comedy Pass booth)
- Inside the south doors of Center House
Several items of interest for people with disabilities will be detailed in our Access Guide, including seating areas and a map of barrier-free access to all of Bumbershoot’s indoor and outdoor stages. If at any time you have difficulty figuring out which way to go, just ask any Bumbershoot usher or staff member to point you in the right direction.
Accessible Seating at Bumbershoot Venues
Most of Bumbershoot’s indoor venues feature accessible seating areas. If a venue entrance is not accessible, patrons with disabilities and one attendant will be escorted to an alternative accessible entrance.
Seat Availability/General Admission Policy
The Bumbershoot ticket provides access to all Festival events and performances, but indoor venues have a set capacity and space is available on a first-come, first -served basis. For more information on Bumbershoot Tickets, visit the Tickets & Stuff section of this FAQ.
If you have any further questions, please e-mail us at info@onereel.org.