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 Seattle Parks and Recreation Welcomes All to Enjoy the Free Event, Big Day of Play on Aug. 17, 2024, from 12-5 p.m.  

Participate in-person and watch online. At the event we will have games, live performances, food, a vendor fair with community and wellness opportunities, a fun run, and more.

www.bigdayofplay.org  

Big Day of Play is a celebration of our city’s diversity, and it encourages neighbors, communities, and families to have fun, build relationships and be active together.  

Big Day of Play will be held on Saturday, August 17 from 12 to 5 p.m. at Rainier Playfield, Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, and online. The event is completely free and includes activities for all ages and abilities. At the event we will have face painting, games, bouncy houses, live performances, food, a vendor fair with community and wellness opportunities, a fun run, a block party, water activities at Mt. Baker, and more.  

“Let’s unleash our youthful spirit at the Big Day of Play! This event has everything – from exhilarating rock climbing to captivating cultural performances, and even a chance to showcase your basketball skills. It’s a summer extravaganza that brings people together for a day of health, happiness, and bonding. I can’t get enough of the joyous atmosphere, with people dancing and kids having a blast. The Big Day of Play is a shining example of everything that makes our city and summer so special – staying active outdoors, soaking up the sun, and connecting with our community!” – AP Diaz, Superintendent of Seattle Parks and Recreation. 

The Big Day of Play is presented by SPR’s ‘Get Moving’ Initiative, which supports local groups in offering innovative and culturally relevant events and projects to increase participation in community sports, recreation, and physical fitness activities that serve under-resourced communities. Funding for the ‘Get Moving’ Initiative is provided by the Seattle Park District.  

This year’s Big Day of Play sponsors include Seattle Parks and Recreation, Associated Recreation Council, BECU, Seattle Children’s Hospital/Odessa Brown, Seattle Neighborhoods, WA State Charter Schools Association, Comcast Xfinity, NeighborCare Health, Seattle Department of Transportation, Bras for Girls, Boon Boona, Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Mariners, Seattle Kraken, Seattle Sounders, and Seattle Reign FC.  

If you’re interested in volunteering or participating as a vendor at Big Day of Play, please visit https://www.bigdayofplay.org/vendors .  

More information can be found at https://www.bigdayofplay.org/ and on the event’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bigdayofplay/.  

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