November 30, 2020 update: our apologies; the link to the map data on this page is being moved to new database software. We will update with the new link when it becomes available. Seattle Parks and Recreation is proud to steward more than a hundred public artworks, of all shapes… [ Keep reading ]
Bring your cameras and capture the breathtaking sight of Japanese maple trees ablaze in fall color at the annual Maple Viewing Festival, October 4 – 14, at the Seattle Japanese Garden. This family-friendly event features nature-inspired art, maple tree scavenger hunts for the kids, live performances and other cultural… [ Keep reading ]
Join us and partners in celebrating Week Without Violence, a national YWCA campaign to raise awareness about issues relating to youth violence in communities around the country. This year, we’re celebrating with a Week for Peace, featuring youth events to promote peace, awareness and fun. SPR Week for Peace activities… [ Keep reading ]
Join the Hiawatha Community as we celebrate National Coming Out Day. Whether it’s coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) or as an ally, we come together in celebration and advocacy of equality and living openly. Come on over to the Hiawatha Community Center on October 11th from… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation is making showers and restrooms available free of charge to Seattle Public School youth in need (and their immediate family). When arriving at a swimming pool, just show current Seattle Public School identification. Locker room use is limited to 15 minutes, no fee applies, and a… [ Keep reading ]
Looking back at the first half of 2018, we have seen many exciting changes in our city’s parks and recreation system. This year, Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) opened a beautiful new park in the Yesler Terrace neighborhood; we enjoyed splashing in all 32 wading pools this summer, and we… [ Keep reading ]
Wednesday, Oct. 10 is National Walk to a Park Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the important role that parks play in supporting healthy, livable communities. Take The Trust for Public Land pledge and enter to win prizes! Pledge to walk to a park on Oct. 10 and enter to… [ Keep reading ]
Join us, the Duwamish Longhouse, and volunteer naturalist Jeff Rahlmann as we explore the spiders of the Duwamish River Valley. Come dispel the fear and learn more about one of nature’s greatest architects! WHAT: Duwamish Spiders – Dispel the Fear WHERE: Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center (4705 W Marginal Way… [ Keep reading ]
The Golden Gardens Dog Off-Leash Area will be closed from Tuesday, Oct. 2 through Thursday, Oct. 4 for tree maintenance work. The closure hours are between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The goal of the work is the enhance safety for all users. For a map and list of other… [ Keep reading ]
Leaves are falling. There’s a crispness in the air. Football is back in season. All clear signs that fall has arrived, and with it, come dozens of Fall Festivals happening at community centers across Seattle. See below to find out what’s happening near you–from pumpkin carving activities, to potlucks, to… [ Keep reading ]
