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Seattle Parks and Recreation is Seeking Early Childhood Education Programs to Serve the Community at Madison Park Bathhouse and Victory Heights Shelter House 

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking Early Childhood Education programs to serve youth and families in the community at Madison Park Bathhouse and Victory Heights Shelter House under a five-year contract with the option for one five-year extension (September 2024-August 2034). SPR believes that early childhood education programs are… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Awards Golden Gardens Bathhouse Long-Term Food Concession to The Kite Café

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has awarded the Golden Gardens Bathhouse Long-Term Food Concession to the The Kite Café. SPR selected the vendor following a Request for Proposal process that closed on October 31 last year, selecting the concessionaire who best demonstrated the ability to provide innovative, affordable, healthy, safe,… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for the 2024 picnic season! 

Apply now to reserve a picnic shelter or table in 2024. Looking for the ideal spot to host your upcoming gathering? Look no further than our stunning parks. With over 350 picnic tables and dozens of shelters available for reservation, Seattle Parks and Recreation has got you covered. Plan ahead… [ Keep reading ]

Swim Seattle 2024 Free Swim Lessons!

As part of the Swim Seattle Initiative, Seattle Parks and Recreation and the YMCA of Greater Seattle will be offering FREE swim lessons to support our initiative towards eradicating disproportionate drownings amongst young people. Lessons with Seattle Parks and Recreation Seattle Parks and Recreation will be offering FREE beginner swim… [ Keep reading ]

Lifelong Recreation Spring Brochure

The Lifelong Recreation Spring Brochure is here! Lifelong Recreation programs focus on physical activity, social engagement, education, arts, creativity, and healthy lifestyles. Recreational programs are designed to serve adults of all abilities – those who are physically active, those who are just becoming active, and programs for those who have… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation closures for Presidents Day holiday, 2024

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 19, 2024 in observance of Presidents Day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN regular hours:

Celebrate 50 Years of the Rehabilitation Act on January 20th at Magnuson Park

Join Seattle Parks and Recreation and partners in celebrating 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act, the first federal legislation to address access and equity for people with disabilities.  We will be celebrating inclusion in community with a free community event from 12pm to 4pm on Saturday, January 20 at the… [ Keep reading ]

Register for these up-coming public nature programs!

Our staff and volunteers offer outdoor nature learning opportunities that foster awareness, appreciation, and knowledge of the natural environment. Sign up for these winter opportunities below! Program: Discovery Park Birding Basics Series (3 Saturdays in a row)Location: Discovery ParkDate: Saturdays 1/20, 1/27, and 2/3Time: 9 – 11amAges: 5+Cost: $30 per individual… [ Keep reading ]

Become a Seattle Urban Nature Guide! 

Seattle Urban Nature Guides enhance, promote and foster appreciation of nature by connecting families and students with their Seattle parklands, and providing educational opportunities for all. Applications are due March 15th; training begins April 12th. As a Seattle Urban Nature Guide, you will: Prior to applying please review the Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

Looking for funding for your community programs?

Through the Seattle Park District we offer the following funding opportunities for your community events and activities! All these programs focus on funding priority populations including people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, persons with disabilities, LBTQIA+, and intergenerational programs. Get Moving funds culturally relevant physical activities to communities where… [ Keep reading ]