January News + Updates

As we begin the new year, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your continued support and dedication to making Pioneer Square a vibrant and thriving community. We are excited for the opportunities that 2025 will bring, and we look forward to another year of growth and collaboration.


On behalf of the Alliance staff and board members, we wish you a happy 2025!

Updates on E/W Improvement Project as of January 2025

Waterfront Seattle will resume work in Pioneer Square as early as Monday, January 13th. Major construction on the Pioneer Square East West Pedestrian Improvements project was completed in December of 2024, but finishing touches remain. The project team will share more details on remaining work and related impacts in advance. You can reach Waterfront Seattle via email at info@waterfrontseattle.com or call/text (206) 499-8040.

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Take the Pioneer Park Improvements Survey

The Alliance for Pioneer Square has received funding from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) to fund the engineering, design, and public engagement for improvements to Pioneer Park which were identified in the Parks and Gateways Plan for Pioneer Square in 2016. Please take this brief survey by January 10th to help us identify needs and priorities as we move forward with design. We greatly appreciate your feedback!

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Winter Donation Drive with Chief Seattle Club until January 31st


We’re hosting a Winter Supply Drive in partnership with Chief Seattle Club until January 31st. Chief Seattle Club is a non-profit dedicated to the needs of Seattle’s homeless, low-income and at risk Native population.


Please view Chief Seattle Club’s Amazon wish list for items they are in need of this winter. You can donate directly from the online wish list or drop off new items to the donation bin at Caffe Umbria (320 Occidental Ave S).

Amazon Wish List

2026 World Cup Info Meeting Recording & Survey


If you weren't able to attend the virtual 2026 World Cup info session on September 17th, you can access the info meeting recording here. If you haven't done so already, please take a moment to complete our 2026 World Cup Business Support. This month, we will begin sending out regular World Cup-related updates on a monthly basis. If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest news on the 2026 World Cup, please click the button below to subscribe.

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First Thursday Art Walk: January 2nd, 2025

Join us this month for First Thursday Art Walk! Explore the vibrant art galleries, venues, markets, and businesses. The art walk is FREE & self-guided and parking is free from 5p - 10p at participating garages. Visit www.FirstThursdaySeattle.com or click the link below to see a roundup of upcoming events for the next Art Walk on January 2nd, 2025.

Events & Openings

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New to the Neighborhood: BacoVino & Jodi Co.

This month, we're spotlighting two new businesses to the neighborhood: Bacovino and Jodi Co.


Bacovino is a new wine tasting room located at 80 Yesler Way, specializing in Bordeaux-style reds. It is one of the few tasting rooms in Washington that features counoise wine, a varietal from France’s Rhône region. Bacovino was founded owner and winemaker Randy Brooks in 2019.


Be sure to give them a follow on social media and stop in for a tasting. The grand opening of Bacovino is on January 25th from 4p - 8p.

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Located at 89 1/2 Yesler Way, Jodi Co. is a creative consulting studio. Owner Jodi Davis also hosts retail and gallery pop-ups with local vendors and curated offerings at their space.


To be the first to know about upcoming events and popups at Jodi Co., give them a follow on Instagram!

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Donate Now

Please consider a gift to the Alliance for Pioneer Square to help ensure the neighborhood remains strong and vibrant!


For Neighborhood Businesses

Upcoming Events at a Glance


Guided Meditation Session at Foster/White Gallery on January 11th 


Drake vs. Kendrick at Baba Yaga on January 11th


The Josh Rawling Trio w/Special Guests Cliff Colon & Isabella du Graf at Frederick Holmes on January 11th


Pat Travers Band Live at the Central Saloon on January 11th


Locus Trivia Night at Locus Wines on January 17th 

Recent Press Highlights


Foundation Breathes New Life into Henry Yesler's Pioneer Square Flatiron Building (PSBJ)


The 18 Best Restaurants & Bars in Pioneer Square (Infatuation)


Jazz Has a New Home in Seattle (New York Times)


Turning the Page: Long Brothers Fine & Rare Books (Seattle Mag)


The Best Lunches in Seattle (Eater)


Want to stay up-to-date on neighborhood happenings coming soon? Click here to sign up and receive a monthly events roundup newsletter. For a list of additional stadium events and concerts, follow these links to the Lumen Field and Event CenterWAMU Theater, and T-Mobile Park event calendar.

Neighborhood Construction Updates

Construction Round Up


East-West Pedestrian Improvements Project


Railspur


2nd Avenue Extension South Streetlight Upgrades


3rd Ave S and S Main St Bus Stop Improvements


3rd and Yesler Safety Improvements

On-Going Projects





Westland Hotel Construction


Metropole Building Construction




Visit The Alliance for Pioneer Square’s website for an interactive project map and up to date information on of current and future public realm projects.

Social Media Takeover Program

Each Friday, we give neighborhood businesses & organizations the opportunity to take over our social media channels.


Share a series of photo and video content to the Pioneer Square’s social media channels via stories for the entire day. Fill out the Google Form to get started or email us at info@pioneersquare.org if you have questions.

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Resources for Small Businesses


The Alliance for Pioneer Square has compiled a series of resources and information intended to assist neighborhood small business owners, managers and employees.


Pioneer Square Business Marketing Toolkit


Worker and Business Resources


Public Safety Resources


Other Resource Lists

Need a notary? Email us at admin@pioneersquare.org for complimentary notary service.

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