By Todd Burley Across the planet, cities are stepping up to the plate to incorporate nature into their communities, recognizing the value that green spaces in cities have for broader biodiversity, climate, and health goals. Through such efforts as ICLEI’s CitiesWithNature and Journeys for Life, the C40 Cities Urban Nature Accelerator, and UNEP’s Generation Restoration, Seattle is at active part… [ Keep reading ]
Westlake Park is at the heart of Seattle’s downtown core and is an important gateway to the city. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) and Seattle Parks Foundation (SPF) are working collaboratively to update the space by Spring 2026. Join SPR and SPF at for project update public meeting on Wednesday,… [ Keep reading ]
Register today for our 2026 Integrated-pest Management (IPM) Webinar series! More information about the session three and speakers will be added here, so check back soon. Event fliers can be downloaded at the bottom of this article. Up to 3 WSDA Pesticide License Credits and 3 ISA credits per session… [ Keep reading ]
NEW LOCATION: Lake City Mini Park has been added as an available vending location for a 2026 Seasonal Concessions Permit. Vendors interested in this location should write in “Lake City Mini” on the online application. The monthly fee for a Seasonal Concession Permit at Lake City Mini Park is $150 during… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN on regular schedules:
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is happy to update the community on improvements at Dr. Jose Rizal Park, 1007 12th Ave. S. on north Beacon Hill. SPR has conducted extensive engagement with the community for improvements and is working to ensure that the park is clean, safe and welcoming. The… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation is excited to welcome back the Magnolia community to the renovated Magnolia Community Center! Please join us on Sat. January 10, 2026, starting at 11 a.m. with a ribbon cutting followed by tours of the building and light refreshments until 1 p.m. This is an opportunity… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR), CHAMPS Resource and Service Center, and Parents for Skateparks are excited to announce the construction for the new Rainier Beach Skatepark begins in early January 2026. TERRA DYNAMICS INC. will mobilize on site to begin construction on this community-initiated project located at Rainier Beach Playfield, 4707… [ Keep reading ]
Loyal Heights Community Center still has space in several winter classes and programs! Don’t miss your chance—check out the available options and sign up today. For Kids and Families Pre-Ballet (Ages 6–8)Barcode: #84785Mondays, 1/5–2/9, 4–4:45pmCost: $70Register hereExperience the joy of dance! Kids learn ballet technique, creative movement, posture, and coordination… [ Keep reading ]
Many park bathrooms and water fountains are closed for the winter Seattle Parks and Recreation has completed routine winter preparation, which includes closing many park bathrooms and drinking fountains for the winter season to prevent pipes from freezing. Bathrooms and water fountains will begin reopening in March 2026. As part… [ Keep reading ]
