Delay will allow for additional community outreach and understanding of changing community needs due to the pandemic and recovery efforts In March of 2020, Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) decided to delay the Park District planning process by at least one year. Considering the ongoing uncertainty associated with the trajectory… [ Keep reading ]
On November 23, 2020, the City Council approved the Mayor’s 2021-2022 Budget. Some fees for Seattle Parks and Recreation athletic fields, pools and event facilities have changed. Please click here for details on Seattle Parks and Recreation’s 2021 Fees and Charges.
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) announced that Cal Anderson Park reopened on Wednesday, December 23 with more activities, maintenance, and services planned for 2021. SPR and other City departments have worked with community members to identify next steps and to develop a plan for key changes within the Capitol Hill… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) staff have been busy preparing for the potential for severe winter weather. During snow events, SPR maintenance staff focus on removing snow from critical park paths, sidewalks, and curb ramps, as well as around community centers. Our Tree Crew is prepared to work around the clock… [ Keep reading ]
Bicycle Sundays are currently suspended. We will be evaluating the feasibility of future Bicycle Sundays based on public health directives from City and County authorities. During Bicycle Sundays a portion of Lake Washington Boulevard is closed to motorized vehicles from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and the community bikes, jogs or strolls along… [ Keep reading ]
Original April 7 registration date is delayed due to COVID-19 Due to the current COVID-19 crisis, Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is delaying registration for Summer Camps and certain other activities that were set to open for registration on April 7. Please see below for our current registration dates… [ Keep reading ]
Green Lake, Lincoln, Golden Gardens, Seward Park, Magnuson Park, Gas Works, Alki Beach, and Discovery will be immediately closed to parking All Seattle beaches will now also be closed to gatherings. Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area and Rattlesnake Ledge Trail and will also be closed SEATTLE (March 24, 2020) – In… [ Keep reading ]
To help prevent the further spread of COVID-19, Seattle Parks and Recreation is following guidance from Public Health — Seattle & King County and closing all playgrounds, sports courts, and picnic shelters. Our parks, trails and open spaces continue to remain open at this time. We ask that visitors please… [ Keep reading ]
Community asked to follow public health guidelines and to not congregate Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) encourages everyone to follow public health guidelines and to practice social distancing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. While our community centers and pools are currently closed, SPR parks, open spaces, and trails… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) will delay planning for the next 6-year Park District budget. SPR began planning for the next Park District budget cycle in early 2020 in anticipation of a November 2020 vote by City Council. To date, the department has convened multiple Park Board and Park District… [ Keep reading ]
