Yes — folding street benches do exist, but if you picture a typical city sidewalk, most of the benches you see are fixed. Public street benches are usually bolted down or set in concrete for good reason: they need to withstand weather, heavy use, vandalism, and theft. A folding bench in a public right-of-way has moving parts that wear out faster and can create safety or liability issues. So in the strict public street furniture sense, fixed benches are still the standard.
That said, there are fold-up bench designs made for street-style seating in smaller or flexible spaces. Wall-mounted folding benches are a great example. They attach to a wall or fence and fold flat when not in use, which makes them popular for narrow sidewalks, alleyways, patios, balconies, and small café terraces. You can also find folding wooden or metal garden benches that look like traditional slatted benches but fold at the center or have a fold-flat frame for winter storage. Some models combine seating with storage, such as a bench with a lift-up seat or a fold-down table-and-bench combo.
If you want a street bench that folds up for storage, look for terms like wall-mounted folding bench, fold-flat garden bench, folding park bench, or space-saving outdoor bench. Pay attention to materials: powder-coated steel, aluminum, teak, and acacia are common. For public or high-traffic areas, choose a commercial-grade folding bench with strong hinges and a locking mechanism. For home use, a lighter fold-up bench is easier to move and store in a shed, garage, or closet.
So the short answer is: yes, folding street benches exist, but they are not the typical fixed benches you see on public streets. They are more common in private gardens, patios, balconies, community spaces, and compact urban settings where saving space matters. If storage is your priority, a fold-up bench is a practical alternative to a fixed one.