Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has approved a new name for the park located at 700 S Cloverdale St. in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood. The park, formerly known as César Chávez Park, will now be named Parque Libertad. SPR began the renaming process following reports of allegations of sexual abuse against… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) will be repairing areas of the Burke-Gilman Trail between NE 65th St and NE 77th St in northeast Seattle during the month of September. Work begins Tuesday, September 8 and is anticipated to last 3 weeks. The schedule may change based on factors such as inclement weather. This section of the Burke-Gilman Trail will remain open and passable with temporary gravel ramps… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) begins the necessary utility work for the Leschi South Marina Facility Improvement project on Monday, September 14. The upland utility work is expected to take 3 to 4 months, depending on weather conditions. SPR recognizes that construction will affect park users, neighbors, and nearby businesses. After meeting with the Leschi businesses and community, SPR pushed the construction schedule outside of summer months, adjusted… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Acts On Stage and the Associated Recreation Council, proudly presents the 2026 Teen Summer Musical! This year, the musical returns with “Peter Pan: Ready to Rise,” a fresh take on a timeless story of adventure and the courage it takes to grow up. Seattle’s Teen Summer Musical has been a cornerstone of the city’s arts… [ Keep reading ]
Denny Blaine Park serves as a vital park and waterfront space for many of Seattle’s communities, particularly the queer community. Since July 2025, Denny Blaine Park has operated under a court-ordered abatement plan, which is a set of actions required by a court to address specific problems or conditions at a property. The specific plan… [ Keep reading ]
UPDATE: Application Extension to September 11, 2026 Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking qualified consultants to help lead the Central District Black Legacy Plan, a community-driven planning effort focused on celebrating and preserving the history and legacy of Black activists, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and community leaders in Seattle’s Central District…. [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to learn about future improvements for Dr. Jose Rizal Park, 1007 12th Ave. S. on Beacon Hill. Please join us at the Dr. Jose Rizal Jazz Festival hosted by the Rizal Bridge and Preservation Society on Sunday, August 16 from 1 to 6… [ Keep reading ]
An August 22nd 50th anniversary celebration will spotlight the park’s historic legacy, vibrant future, and enduring role as Seattle’s original urban oasis. Fifty years ago, Seattle boldly reimagined what a city park could be. In 1976, Freeway Park opened as a groundbreaking feat of urban design, transforming the airspace above… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation partners with local businesses to bring food and recreational experiences, as well as specialty services to parks across the city! Whether you’re grabbing lunch after a swim, renting a paddleboard, or scuba diving these partnerships help make Seattle’s parks even more fun to explore. Many of our concessionaires operate year-round, while… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Fall 2026 program brochures are here! You’ll find all the in-person, drop-in and virtual programs that are coming up soon in the catalogs below. Registration opens on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Registration opens the first week of September Ready to enroll in a program? Head to our registration site or contact the community center that you’d like to register at! Scholarships… [ Keep reading ]
