How We're Keeping the Market Healthy

Posted August 10, 2020

At the Pike Place Market we're committed to creating a healthy environment for all our businesses and shoppers. We've taken many steps to modify the Market using the latest technologies and some tried-and true-measures.

Your safety is our top priority and we want you to feel confident as you shop your favorite businesses. To ensure the health and safety of everyone we've added additional safety measures and stepped up our cleaning of high touch areas. See all our safety measures below.

Safety Measures

Extended Signage

Extended Signage

As you walk through Pike Place Market, you will notice 6-foot markers throughout the Market, social distancing and mask reminders.

Handwashing stations

New Handwashing Stations

We have added new handwashing stations at 3 locations in the Market so shoppers can easily wash their hands.

antimicrobial film

Antimicrobial Film

Pike Place Market has installed new antimicrobial film on all high touch surfaces such as elevator buttons. This film blocks the transfer of germs 24/7.

Temperature Checks

Temperature Checks

When each employee arrives onsite, they are required to take their temperature.

Mask Requirements for Everyone

Mask Requirements for Everyone

Per Governor Inslee's Safe Start guidelines, everyone who enters the Market is required to wear a mask. All Market staff is also wearing masks.

Free masks for visitors

Free Mask for Visitors

If you forget your mask, we have you covered. The Information Booth at the corner of Pike St and First Ave has free masks for shoppers.

Increased Cleaning

Increased Cleaning

The Pike Place Market facilities team has increased their cleaning regimen and takes extra care of high touch surfaces.

Public Health Compliance

Public Health Compliance

As Governor Inslee and King County Public Health update the requirements for each Phase in the Safe Start plan, all Market businesses are in full compliance and make adjustments as necessary.

Take the Safe Shopper Pledge

Safe Shopper Pledge

At Pike Place Market, your safety is our top priority, but we can't create a healthy environment without you. Help us keep our workers and fellow shoppers safe by taking the Safe Shopper Pledge.