Vehicle traffic will be limited this weekend at Point Defiance Park to accommodate the Point Defiance Flower and Garden Festival. The festival begins on Saturday, June 3 at 11 am and through 4 pm Sunday, June 4. Expect traffic impacts to begin earlier in the day to accommodate vendors and facilities.

Point Defiance Park and its attractions will be open, but visitors and those arriving for the ferry should expect increased traffic and delays. 

Free parking is available, however visitors are encouraged to find alternative means of transportation to limit traffic.

Visit our website for more information on parking, road closures, and alternative transportation options during the festival.

Zoo and Fort Nisqually Visitors 
Those planning a visit to Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Fort Nisqually, or Owen Beach by car are strongly encouraged to use the Mildred Street entrance. 

Free Parking 
Free parking for the Flower and Garden Festival is available on a first come, first served basis in the following areas: 
  • The boat launch 
  • Parking Lot B near the ferry dock 
  • Neighborhood streets 

ADA reserved parking spots are available near the Lodge crosswalk. A drop-off zone is also available in front of the Point Defiance Pagoda. 

Paid Parking 
Paid parking is available at Point Ruston. Visitors will need to pre-pay in the garage and walk a short distance over Wilson Way to reach Point Defiance. 

Alternative Transportation 
To reduce traffic and carbon footprints, Metro Parks Tacoma strongly encourages visitors to take advantage of alternative transportation including: 

Vendor Parking 
Vendor passes are required to park in the reserved spots on the far side of the pond. Click here to view a parking & traffic map for the event.