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Seattle Parks and Recreation Repairs portions of Burke-Gilman Trail in Northeast Seattle

Revitalization through Targeted Maintenance Over the next several months Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) will be closing sections of the Burke-Gilman Trail to repair trail sections that have been damaged by tree roots. Detour signage will be put in place for trail users. Below is the approximate repair area and… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Launches Park CommUNITY Fund

Help Advance Park Equity In Your Community Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is launching the Park CommUNITY Fund which advances park equity by working in partnership with frontline communities. This new funding source relies on public participation, and prioritizes frontline communities or communities (particularly those most affected by racism, oppression,… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle’s Rainier Community Center Garden Wins the 2024 Toro Urban Park Innovation Award

$50K grant to support innovation in urban food systems and workforce development Washington, DC (March 12, 2024) – Today, the City Parks Alliance and The Toro Company, a leading global provider of solutions for the outdoor environment, announced that the Rainier Community Center’s new urban garden in Seattle is the… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Hiawatha Community Center Stabilization Project Begins Construction

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is happy to announce the beginning of construction for Hiawatha Community Center Stabilization project. SPR issued the Notice to Proceed to Optimus Construction who will mobilize on site March 11, 2024. The contractor will set up construction fencing to allow for deliveries and construction activities… [ Keep reading ]

Thank you for supporting Pathway of Lights!

We did it! Pathway of Lights 2023 was held on Saturday, December 9 and went off with rave reviews from the community. Staff toughed it out, setting up for hours during a torrential downpour. By the time luminaries were being placed, the weather eased up.  Skies cleared for the event… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation 2024 Fees and Charges

Please click here to see Seattle Parks and Recreation’s 2024 Fees and Charges for programs, classes, permits, facilities, and more. 2024 rates are effective January 1, 2024. Reminder: Scholarships are available! Thanks to the Seattle Park District, Seattle Parks and Recreation has scholarships available to individuals and families for our… [ Keep reading ]

Check out these great new programs coming up this spring at Bitter Lake Community Center!

𝐊𝐢𝐝 𝐙𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚: This class is a high-energy dance party packed with kid-friendly dance routines. Students will improve their flexibility, strength, and confidence. Mondays 5:15pm 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐙𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚: Zumba combines high energy, motivating music, and unique moves that allow you to dance away your worries, while toning and sculpting the body. Mondays… [ Keep reading ]

Bike Maintenance at City Hall Park

The Bike Mobile heads to City Hall Park at 450 3rd Ave to provide free and low-cost bike maintenance and bicycles! 2024 Dates:March 5*,April 2 & 16,May 7 & 21,June 4 & 18,July 2 & 16,August 6 & 20September 3 & 17,October 1 & 15,November 5*December 3* 1-4 PM except… [ Keep reading ]

Save the Date for Summer Camp Registration  

Summer Camp Registration Open April 16, 2024, at Noon Ages 5-12 Years June 25 – August 28 Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Learn more here. Prices: One-time $50 registration fee for Summer Day Camps $25 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit for each week included in price  Scholarships are available! If you need… [ Keep reading ]

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities to close Thursday, March 7 for Recreation Division staff training

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities and programs will be closed Thursday, March 7, 2024, due to a Recreation Division staff training day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN on regular schedules: