Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is happy to announce the new sports court at Hubbard Homestead Park is complete! We are celebrating with the community and our partners, One Roof Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena, on Thursday, September 17 from 3 to 5… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is replacing the existing Stan Sayres Boat Ramp, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd S adjacent to Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, which has reached the end of its useful life. Forma Construction will mobilize on Tuesday, September 8 to begin this work on the north section ramp. SPR anticipates this work will be completed by mid-October 2026. The entirety… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) will be repairing areas of the Burke-Gilman Trail between NE 65th St and NE 77th St in northeast Seattle during the month of September. Work begins Tuesday, September 8 and is anticipated to last 3 weeks. The schedule may change based on factors such as inclement weather. This section of the Burke-Gilman Trail will remain open and passable with temporary gravel ramps… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) begins the necessary utility work for the Leschi South Marina Facility Improvement project on Monday, September 14. The upland utility work is expected to take 3 to 4 months, depending on weather conditions. SPR recognizes that construction will affect park users, neighbors, and nearby businesses. After meeting with the Leschi businesses and community, SPR pushed the construction schedule outside of summer months, adjusted… [ Keep reading ]
UPDATE: Application Extension to September 11, 2026 Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking qualified consultants to help lead the Central District Black Legacy Plan, a community-driven planning effort focused on celebrating and preserving the history and legacy of Black activists, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and community leaders in Seattle’s Central District…. [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to learn about future improvements for Dr. Jose Rizal Park, 1007 12th Ave. S. on Beacon Hill. Please join us at the Dr. Jose Rizal Jazz Festival hosted by the Rizal Bridge and Preservation Society on Sunday, August 16 from 1 to 6… [ Keep reading ]
An August 22nd 50th anniversary celebration will spotlight the park’s historic legacy, vibrant future, and enduring role as Seattle’s original urban oasis. Fifty years ago, Seattle boldly reimagined what a city park could be. In 1976, Freeway Park opened as a groundbreaking feat of urban design, transforming the airspace above… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to visit our booth at the Duwamish River Festival, 8700 Dallas Ave. S, on Saturday, August 8 between noon and 5 pm to learn about the future Marra-Desimone Park Fitness Zone. Together with your input we will provide exercise equipment that will provide a new fitness zone for all. This is a community-initiated project funded by… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to learn more about the Loyal Heights Community Center Renovation Project during the Tasty Tunes festival on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1 to 5 pm. Please join us and find our booth at Loyal Heights Community Center, 2101 NW 77th St, Seattle WA 98117. At the event, SPR staff will share the… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) invites the community to an update on the Westcrest Park restroom on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm. This is an opportunity to meet the design team and to learn about the replacement for the south restroom and restoration of the old play area location. SPR is replacing the south restroom with a prefabricated facility that meets Americans with… [ Keep reading ]
