Seattle Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce a series of wintertime events in city parks. Funded by the Seattle Park District, the Arts in Parks initiative invites everyone to enjoy neighborhood celebrations that are free and open to the public. The Arts in Parks program supports new and established… [ Keep reading ]
The Argosy Christmas Ships will soon be cruising! An annual Seattle tradition, Argosy sponsors a string of festively-decorated boats that move from the Sound to Lake Union and out to Lake Washington. These boats stop to share their holiday cheer and perform Christmas carols for neighbors and community who watch… [ Keep reading ]
Superintendent Jesús Aguirre announced today the winners of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s (SPR) 2019 Denny Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Stewardship. The winners are a cross-section of Seattle’s most creative, dedicated and hard-working volunteers who donate precious time and energy to improving Seattle’s parks and recreation programs. “As our city continues… [ Keep reading ]
The holidays are upon us, and we’re getting into the spirit of the season as we prepare for the annual Pathway of Lights, a FREE holiday event for the whole family! On Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 4:30-7:30 p.m., come stroll the glimmering Green Lake circuit, paths, and docks which… [ Keep reading ]
Routine winter preparation has begun with most Seattle Parks and Recreation comfort stations and drinking fountains closing for the winter season to prevent pipes from freezing. We expect to complete winterizing and closing impacted facilities by early December. We will begin reopening comfort stations and water fountains in March 2020…. [ Keep reading ]
Medgar Evers Pool’s closure will be extended into early to mid December due to a major water leak that is being corrected as soon as possible. We are looking forward to welcoming the community back to the pool, with a re-opening date of Monday December 16. For updates, please visit… [ Keep reading ]
Start off the New Year with a splash! Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting the 18th annual Polar Bear Plunge at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at Matthews Beach, 9300 51st Ave. NE. Registration begins at 10 a.m., and the plunge starts at noon sharp. Lifeguards will be on… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed for one or more days in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Community centers and teen life centers are closed Nov. 28-29 Environmental learning centers are closed Nov. 28-29 Indoor swimming pools are closed Nov. 28-29 Green Lake Small Craft Center is… [ Keep reading ]
Free community event recognizes youth program which serves over 30,000 participants annually! Join Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Teen Late Night Program at Rainier Community Center (4600 38th Ave. S) from 7 p.m. to midnight on Friday, December 13. Community members of… [ Keep reading ]
Queen Anne Pool will be closed on Thursday, November 28 through Monday, December 2 in observance of Thanksgiving and to complete an LED lighting replacement project. We plan to reopen on Tuesday, December 3 for regular programs. Personal and group swim lessons scheduled during this time will be refunded. We… [ Keep reading ]
