Progress Park is now open!
Welcome to Progress Park, 1.7 acres of beautiful green space along the downtown San Diego waterfront. Designed to be a gathering place for our community, the park offers plenty of room to relax, picnic, or take in the bay views.
As we grow, Progress Park will also become a hub for community events and activities, where we can connect, celebrate, and enjoy downtown together. For now, come visit and make it your own!
Park Hours | 6 a.m–10 p.m. daily
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Progress Park Rules and Regulations
These rules and regulations are subject to change.
Park Hours
6 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily
A. General Park Rules
A-1. Children 12 and under must be supervised at all times.
A-2. Dogs must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
A-3. Owners must pick up and dispose of dog waste in trash receptacles.
A-4. Smoking, vaping, and electronic cigarettes are not allowed.
A-5. Dispose of trash and recycling in appropriate bins.
A-6. Do not damage, remove, or disturb plants, trees, or soil.
A-7. Camping or use of fully enclosed tents is prohibited.
A-8. Shopping carts, luggage carriers, and large amounts of personal property are not permitted.
A-9. Glass containers are not allowed without a permit or reservation.
A-10. Recreational nets are prohibited.
A-11. Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, skates, and similar wheeled devices are not permitted.
A-12. Bicycles must be secured in bike racks; do not leave bikes or devices unattended.
A-13. Dockless bikes and scooters must be parked outside the park in designated parking spaces.
A-14. Pedicabs, surreys, and pedal-powered vehicles are not allowed.
A-15. Motorized vehicles are prohibited, except mobility devices for people with disabilities.
A-16. Organized sports, practices, or games are not allowed.
A-17. Cleated shoes are not permitted.
A-18. Sidewalk chalk or colored substances are not allowed on surfaces.
A-19. Areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis unless reserved. To hold a space, patrons must remain present.
A-20. The following items are prohibited: hay bales, confetti, glitter, rice, birdseed, oil lamps, open flames, and artificial petals.
A-21. Do not attach objects (hammocks, signs, piñatas, decorations, equipment, leashes, etc.) to park property unless otherwise posted.
A-22. Begging or soliciting alms is prohibited (Penal Code §647(c)).
A-23. Abusive or foul language is prohibited (County Ord. 41.138).
A-24. Amplified sound, loud music, or disruptive activities are not permitted.
A-25. Solicitation of any kind is prohibited.
A-26. Signs, advertising, or distributing flyers or leaflets are prohibited.
B. Activities Requiring a Permit
B-1. Alcohol is only allowed with reservation and special permit; never in picnic or active recreation areas.
B-2. Barbecuing, cooking, catering, or use of glass containers.
B-3. Musical instruments, sound equipment, or amplified sound exceeding the limits in Rule C-4.
B-4. Use of bicycles, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, skates, or similar wheeled devices.
B-5. Recreational structures (bounce houses, climbing walls, dunk tanks, trampolines, swings, etc.)
B-6. Gatherings or events of 25 or more people.
B-7. Performances requiring stages, chairs, or equipment.
B-8. Motorized models (planes, drones, boats, cars).
B-9. Vending of any kind.
C. Active Recreation Area Rules
C-1. Use at your own risk. The park is not responsible for injuries or damages.
C-2. Areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
C-3. Activities are limited to what is posted for each designated area.
D. Speech, Vending & Commercial Activities
D-1. No selling, vending, or advertising without a permit (County Code §41.136).
D-2. Sound amplification requires a permit. Permits may limit time, place, and maximum volume.
E. Sculpture Rules
E-1. The sculpture is for viewing only — climbing, sitting, standing, or hanging on it is prohibited.
E-2. Do not scratch, mark, or damage the sculpture in any way.
E-3. No stickers, chalk, paint, tape, or decorations may be applied to the sculpture.
E-4. Do not attach bicycles, leashes, hammocks, or other items to the sculpture.
E-5. Keep food, drinks, and glass containers away from the sculpture.
E-6. Children must be supervised near the sculpture at all times.
E-7. Report any damage or vandalism to park staff immediately.
Designated Pet Relief Areas
For the comfort of all visitors, three pet relief areas have been added to the park. Look for the signs or check the map below, and please take your pet to the designated areas to do their business. We appreciate your help in keeping Progress Park clean and enjoyable for everyone!