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Seattle Parks and Recreation closures for Presidents’ Day holiday, 2026

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents’ Day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN regular hours:

Join Our Team and Explore Winter with Seattle Parks!

Do you love connecting people with nature? Are you looking for ways to embrace the outdoors this winter? The Seattle Parks Environmental Education Team has exciting news on two fronts: we are expanding our staff, and our calendar is packed with unique seasonal activities. Whether you are looking for a… [ Keep reading ]

Fund Your Community Project: Seattle Parks Grants Are Open

Seattle Parks and Recreation is excited to announce three fantastic funding opportunities for 2026. These grants are designed to support community-led recreational activities throughout the city. If you have an idea to get people active, engaged, and connected, this is your chance to bring it to life. We are now… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Seeks Proposals for 2026 Seasonal Concessions Permits – New Location Added!

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 ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation 2026 closures for Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday

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:

Beat the Winter Blues: Open Spots at Loyal Heights!

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 ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Completes Routine Winter Preparation of Park Facilities

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 ]

Shaping the Future of Seattle Parks & Recreation: Our Updated Plans 

Today we are pleased to release an Updated 2020-2032 Strategic Plan—our vision for a healthy, thriving, and vibrant park and recreation system—as well as a new 2025-2028 Action Plan. Check them out here. Updated 2020-2032 Strategic Plan Our Strategic Plan sets long-term strategies to shape the programs, services, and investments… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Winter 2025 Holiday Closures 

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed, or on modified schedules, on two or more dates in observance of the winter holidays. Please see below for details. These facilities and programs will be CLOSED on Thursday, December 25 and Thursday, January 1: These facilities and programs will have… [ Keep reading ]

Winter Events with Seattle Parks and Recreation!

Check out the exciting winter events and teen programs happening at your local community centers this season. There’s something fun for everyone! Creative & Cultural Gatherings Family & Kid-Friendly Fun Teen Programs Garfield CC Miller CC Ravenna Eckstein CC