Lewis Park is scheduled to be closed Aug. 5 through Aug. 12 to complete this work. Seattle Parks and Recreation is preparing to begin a series of improvements at Lewis Park aimed at making the park safer, more welcoming, and better maintained for everyone. These improvements are informed by ongoing… [ 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 ]
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 ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is excited to share our 2025 Annual Report, highlighting the achievements that reinforce our commitment to fostering healthy people, a thriving environment, and vibrant community. This report highlights how our initiatives and investments are making a meaningful difference across Seattle. Major Milestones of 2025 2025 marked an important milestone as the halfway… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the public to submit name suggestions for the Georgetown Off-Leash Area. Park Naming suggestions for the park listed below are due to the Park Naming Committee by July 17, 2026. We are seeking names for the following park (characterized with the working name): Georgetown Off-Leash… [ Keep reading ]
If you’ve walked through Cal Anderson Park recently, you may have noticed some fencing work underway and wondered what was happening. We’ve heard the rumors, so let’s clear things up: The basketball courts aren’t going anywhere. In fact, the fence work is not impacting any park amenity or recreational use…. [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle is planning a citywide series of community activations and celebration events leading up to and during the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing the excitement and spirit of the games to neighborhoods across Seattle and creating free and low-cost opportunities for communities throughout the city to join… [ Keep reading ]
Phase 3 of the Lake Washington Boulevard Renovations Project (scroll down on web site for details) starts this week bringing improvements to the walk and bike path along the lake front, speed cushions that slow people driving but maintain emergency access at six locations, and paint and post curb bulbs at S Orcas St. To make street operations more intuitive during Bicycle Weekends new… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment, renovation, and activation of Building 41 (former service station) and Building 18 (former fire station) located within Magnuson Park. SPR invites organizations to submit proposals to redevelop, operate, and manage either building under a long-term agreement with the City and in alignment with the uses… [ Keep reading ]
