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Seattle Parks and Recreation Seeks Proposals for Redevelopment and Operation of Building 41 and/or Building 18 at Magnuson Park 

May 8, 2026

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 ]

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Seattle Summer of Safety 2026 

May 5, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), in partnership with the Seattle Police Department (SPD) and other City departments, is implementing the 2026 Summer of Safety initiative to support safe, welcoming parks during the busiest time of year. This summer, visitors can expect modified park hours, increased staff and security presence, clearer signage, enhanced… [ Keep reading ]

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Why Grass May Look Longer in Seattle Parks In Spring 

May 1, 2026

If you’ve visited a Seattle park recently, you may have noticed that grass is growing quickly, and in some places it’s longer than expected. This is typical for this time of year and reflects how Seattle Parks and Recreation manages park landscapes each spring. April through May is peak mowing season. All parks are scheduled to be… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Announces Updated Teen Life Center Hours  

April 23, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is inviting teens across the city to check out the updated schedule of hours and programming at its Teen Life Centers at Garfield, Meadowbrook, and Southwest Community Centers. SPR has updated its Teen Life Center hours to include Saturday Late Night programming from 5:00 PM to… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Japanese Garden Temporary Closure for Historic Stone Wall Restoration 

April 6, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) and the Arboretum Foundation will temporarily close the Seattle Japanese Garden this summer to complete a major restoration project that preserves and enhances one of Seattle’s most beloved cultural landscapes. Closure Dates and Visit: During the five-week closure, contractors will remove an aging retaining wall at the north end of… [ Keep reading ]

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Queen Anne Pool Update

March 27, 2026

Please see below for an update on the Queen Anne Pool closure and expanded swim opportunities. Queen Anne Pool will remain closed until fall 2027 due to a significant underground leak requiring major repair. A permanent fix will be completed as part of the Citywide Pool Renovation Project (future updates and… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Seeks Community Input for New Park Name in South Park 

March 24, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking community input as it begins the process of selecting a new name for the park located at 700 S Cloverdale St. in the South Park neighborhood. This action follows recently reported allegations of sexual abuse against César Chávez, for whom the park was… [ Keep reading ]

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Westcrest OLA Temporary Closure Notice

March 13, 2026

We need to temporarily close the Westcrest Off Leash Area (OLA) from March 23rd through March 26th. During this time, crews will deliver wood chips (Engineered Wood Fiber) to the terraced area near the shelter and picnic table. We planned this maintenance effort in close consultation with our COLA stewards… [ Keep reading ]

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2026 Summer Day Camps

March 10, 2026

Are you seeking fun, engaging opportunities for your child over the summer months? Join us this summer for opportunities to play, learn new skills and build community at Summer Camp! Our goal is to provide high quality, accessible programming. 2026 school-age camps run from 7:30am – 6pm over 10 weeks this summer,… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Seeks Partners for Youth Programming at Red Barn Ranch 

March 10, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for service providers to operate youth programming at Red Barn Ranch. The initiative aims to connect elementary, middle, and high school students from Seattle and King County with nature through facilitated outdoor activities, aligning with SPR’s mission to support… [ Keep reading ]

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