Park Sticker Information
Beginning Monday, April 27, 2026, Bridgeport residents may obtain free resident park stickers at:
- Parks & Recreation Department
7 Quarry Road, Trumbull, CT
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Residents must present a current vehicle registration with a Bridgeport address to receive a free park sticker.
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, free park stickers will continue to be available seven (7) days a week at Seaside Park and Beardsley Park during regular operational hours.
Park Operations & Visitor Information
The Department of Public Facilities Parks & Recreation will utilize LED message boards at Seaside Park (Perry Memorial Arch and West Beach entrance) and Beardsley Park to provide real-time updates regarding park access, sticker requirements, and important visitor information.
Annual Stickers
| Annual Sticker | Type of Permit | Vehicles Registered | Cost |
| Annual Parking Sticker | Resident Permit | In the City of Bridgeport - Valid for the years 2026 and 2027 and expires May 2028 | Free of Charge |
| Annual Parking Sticker | Non-Resident Permit | In the State of Connecticut | $230 |
| Annual Parking Sticker | Special Permit | In the State of Connecticut with proof of current City of Bridgeport property tax bill | $20 |
| Annual Parking Sticker | Out of State Permit | Out-of-State with proof of current City of Bridgeport property tax bill | $20 |
*If you have an Out-of-Town or Out-of-State vehicle but pay Bridgeport property taxes - please visit the Parks and Recreation Department with a current City of Bridgeport property tax bill or Mortgage Statement document to acquire a sticker. Please provide proper ID as well. These stickers are NOT SOLD directly at the park checkpoints.
Senior Park Stickers
Bridgeport Resident Senior Citizens (65 and older) are eligible for a free lifetime Senior Park Sticker with proof of Bridgeport car registration and proof of age. Please provide the Vehicle Registration and Driver's License. The vehicle must also be present to acquire the sticker during your visit. Senior Park Stickers can only be acquired at the Parks and Recreation Department (7 Quarry Road, Trumbull, CT) during office hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
Day Passes available to Connecticut Residents (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
| Park | Vehicles Registered | Weekdays & Weekends Cost |
| Seaside Park | In the State of Connecticut | $50 |
| Beardsley Park | In the State of Connecticut | $50 |
Day Passes available to Out-of-State Residents (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
| Park | Vehicles Registered | Weekdays & Weekends Cost |
| Seaside Park | Outside of Connecticut | $100 |
| Beardsley Park | Outside of Connecticut | $100 |
Park Stickers & Day Passes will be available for purchase at the following locations (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
| Checkpoint Location | Payment Accepted | Weekdays | Weekends | |
| Seaside Park | Seaside Park Arches | Credit Cards ONLY | 8am - 4pm | 8am - 6pm |
| West Beach | Credit Cards ONLY | 8am - 4pm | 8am - 6pm | |
| Casino Bath House | Credit Cards ONLY | 8am - 4pm | 8am - 6pm | |
| Beardsley Park | Entrance | Credit Cards ONLY | 8am - 4pm | 8am - 6pm |
Annual parking stickers are valid at Seaside Park, Beardsley Park, and St. Mary’s by the Sea.