When you see an empty parking space, your first thought is probably, “Can my car fit?” However, for the designers, artists, residents, and business owners on PARK(ing) Day, an empty spot is a blank canvas to create a place for community engagement.
We’re talking about pop-up parks + places for art, play, and activism.
PARK(ing) Day will be celebrated across the globe on Friday, Sept. 20. Locally, the Chattanooga Design Studio will host the event on Broad Street (between 6th + 8th Streets), which will feature 50 parklets — aka tiny parks in each parking space.
This year’s theme: “The Parklet of Your Dreams. ” Attendees can explore the different parklets free of charge from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pro tip: If you were hoping to park on Broad this day, it may be wise to plan for elsewhere.
