The Peter Kirk Municipal Garage has 420 parking spaces and is owned and operated by the City of Kirkland. It is located at the southwest corner of Peter Kirk Park on the corner of Third Street and Kirkland Avenue in downtown Kirkland. The Kirkland branch of the King County Library occupies the top floor of this structure. The garage is available to downtown shoppers, employees, library patrons, and park and pool users. Please refer to our Downtown Parking Map and Map of Downtown Kirkland.

Is there free parking available in the garage?
Yes, free 4-hour parking is available on the middle level of the garage (access directly from Third Street). Free parking for library patrons is available on the upper level, adjacent to the library entrance.

What if I need to park for a longer period of time?
There are spaces available for all day parking on the lowest level of the garage. The cost is $5, which is payable at a pay-box in the garage. This level of the garage also has approximately 150 spaces designated for monthly "Park Smart" permit holders. For more information regarding the "Park Smart" program, contact Tami White, Kirkland's Parking Coordinator, at 425-587-3871. Please watch for signs that designate specific parking spaces: four hour free, daily pay, or Park Smart permit areas.

Where else can I park downtown?
Most on-street parking is limited to 2-hours and is free. Off-street parking is available in lots on the corner of Lake Street and Central and also Marina Park. Most of these spaces also have a 2-hour limit. There are some metered spaces that have a 4-hour limit, with a cost of $1 per hour. Please watch for signs, as some spaces are restricted for loading zones or have 30-minute limits. Some businesses have parking available for their patrons as well.

We hope you enjoy your experience in beautiful Downtown Kirkland, so we offer a word of caution: Overtime parking fines are $20 for a first violation and increase with additional violations up to $100.