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About Albert Whitted Park
Albert Whitted Park sits along the waterfront at 480 Bayshore Dr SE in St. Petersburg, FL. This 4.78-acre public park is a beloved part of the city’s waterfront parks system, offering aviation-themed playground facilities, picnic shelters, restrooms, and marina/airport views. With flexible lawn, bench seating, and picnic areas rather than a fixed seating chart, it’s ideal for community gatherings, festivals, and outdoor performances. The park operates daily from 30 minutes before sunrise to 11:00 PM, giving organizers a broad window for daytime activities and evening events.
Whether you’re planning a casual picnic, a family-friendly festival, or a community event, Albert Whitted Park provides a welcoming backdrop with easy access to nearby hotels, dining, and transportation options. We’ve got you covered with practical tips on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations to streamline planning.
Seating at Albert Whitted Park is informal and flexible. Expect a combination of lawn space, benches, and picnic shelters rather than a formal seating chart. The park is well-suited for lawn-style layouts, standing-room gatherings, and seated group areas near shelters. For parking, you’ll find street parking nearby, with additional options at the Mahaffey Theatre lot and city garages. Parking details and real-time options are available on Parkopedia and event pages for your specific date.
Transit options include the PSTA bus network, and the free downtown Looper trolley serves the area, making it convenient for guests to reach the park from various parts of downtown St. Petersburg. If you’re staying overnight, consider nearby hotel options like The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club and The Birchwood, both just a short distance from the park. For a convenient stay with event-friendly amenities and dining, these properties are popular choices among event attendees and locals alike.
Notable community events such as CommUNITY Picnic Land have been hosted at Albert Whitted Park, highlighting its role as a versatile venue for gatherings that bring residents together. When booking, we’ll help you secure space, coordinate timing, and connect you with trusted vendors and partners to ensure a smooth, low-stress experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 480 Bayshore Dr SE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
- Size: 4.78 acres
- Venue type: public waterfront city park, part of St. Petersburg's waterfront parks system
- Amenities: aviation-themed playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, marina/airport views
- Hours: open 30 minutes before sunrise to 11:00 PM
- Seating chart/capacity: no formal seating chart; park relies on lawn/bench seating and picnic shelters rather than a fixed venue seating plan
- Notable events: is a site for community events such as CommUNITY Picnic Land (2025 edition documented by local outlets)
- Parking: street parking nearby; nearby parking options include Mahaffey Theatre lot and city garages; additional parking info available via Parkopedia and event pages
- Transit: served by PSTA buses; downtown Looper (free trolley) serves the area
- Nearby hotels: The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club (501 Fifth Ave NE) and The Birchwood (340 Beach Dr NE)