Written By Todd Burley & Eric Sterner Urban nature is all about transformation. Where concrete once dominated, it takes intention, creativity, and passion to bring nature back to where it has always been. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is working with community groups across the city to enhance biodiversity and… [ Keep reading ]
Piper’s Orchard is back with the 17th annual Festival of Fruit at Carkeek Park! Join us on October 4 from 11 AM to 2 PM for apple harvesting and cider pressing, apple identification (bring your own apples, see website for requirements), apple sampling, mason bee demonstration, live dance performance, orchard… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Parks and Recreation Interim Superintendent has formally accepted the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners’ August 13, 2026, recommendation regarding the Lincoln High School/Lower Woodland Park Field Proposal. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) supports Seattle Public Schools (SPS) in creating new athletic facilities. This project will benefit Lincoln High School students and expand recreational opportunities for the entire… [ Keep reading ]
Written By: Todd Burley Seattle Parks and Recreation is excited to announce that Seward Park has received the international Green Flag Award for the third year in a row. This award recognizes the park’s excellence with several key elements including A Welcoming Place; Healthy, Safe, and Secure; Well-Maintained and Clean; Environmental Management; Biodiversity, Landscape, and Heritage; Community Involvement; Marketing and… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is replacing the existing Stan Sayres Boat Ramp, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd S adjacent to Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, which has reached the end of its useful life. Forma Construction will mobilize on Tuesday, September 8 to begin this work on the north section ramp. SPR anticipates this work will be completed by mid-October 2026. The entirety… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN on regular or modified schedules:
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 ]
