Visitors are welcome to take photos and video for personal use on a visit to the Market. In consideration for public safety, tripods are not allowed within the nine-acre historic district for personal use. The use of drones or other unmanned equipment is strictly prohibited in Pike Place Market and within the nine-acre historic district.
Anything other than personal use or with more than one handheld camera requires a filming permit from the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA).
The Market’s name and its famous Public Market Center Clock Sign among other signage around the Market, are the subject of federal trademark registrations. Commercial use requires permission from the PDA and a licensing agreement. See our Trademark licensing page for more information.
Rachel and Billie Piggybanks area trademarked image of the Pike Place Market Foundation. For commercial use contact the Market Foundation directly.