Since 1989, GreenStage has been inspiring audiences to engage with the community via FREE live theatre performances in Puget Sound’s public spaces. This July and August, Seattle’s longest-running Shakespeare company presents its 38th year of free family fun. On the 2026 mainstage tour, GreenStage will be presenting The Winter’s Tale, a romantic tale of renewal, redemption, and the… [ Keep reading ]
Summer in Seattle just keeps getting better! Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has announced an exciting lineup of FREE events and activities that will energize downtown and neighborhood parks through September. Whether you’re a movie enthusiast, a music lover, or someone who enjoys getting active outdoors, there’s something for everyone this season. All events… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners (BPRC) is now taking public written input and will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 23, 2026, on the proposed Athletic Field for Lincoln High School at Lower Woodland Park. Following an internal review process, Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Ben Shuldiner advanced a recommendation for the location of this project to Seattle Parks… [ Keep reading ]
Written By: Todd Burley Many are drawn to Seattle for its beautiful parks, water access, and connection to both the ocean and mountains. Yet how well do you really know your non-human neighbors? Each year, community scientists spread out to learn what species call Seattle home by participating in the City Nature Challenge (CNC). This “bioblitz”… [ Keep reading ]
Join The Seattle Public Library’s Northgate Branch on Tuesday, July 14, from 1 to 5 PM. to celebrate 20 years of serving the dynamic Northgate neighborhood. Enjoy cake and other refreshments, a public program, crafts, games, a photo booth and more! For the past two decades, as the neighborhood has experienced sweeping changes,… [ Keep reading ]
Do you love spending time outdoors? Are you passionate about connecting people with nature? Join Seattle Parks and Recreation as a Seattle Urban Nature Guide (SUN Guide) and help inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. Seattle Urban Nature Guides lead hands-on environmental education programs for school groups, families, and community members… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites residents of all ages to two vibrant locations for a day of culture, sports, and celebration Seattle Parks and Recreation will host its annual signature celebration, Big Day of Play, on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m. Presented in partnership with King County… [ Keep reading ]
Formerly known as Summer of Safety, Seattle Parks and Recreation’s free drop-in program offers structured activities, caring mentors, and welcoming spaces for youth throughout the summer. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is launching Summer Teen XP (Experience) – Belong, Become, Thrive, formerly known as Summer of Safety, a free summer drop-in program offering structured activities,… [ Keep reading ]
Select Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities and programs will be closed on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Lights at select athletic fields will be on during the evenings of July 3–5 to help deter fireworks. Read more about the field lighting schedule here. Please call your local… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation will turn on field lighting on ballfields throughout the city on the evening of Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 to protect the surfaces. The ballfield lights will be turned on at approximately 9 PM. The lights will be turned on to discourage the use… [ Keep reading ]
