Denny Blaine Park serves as a vital park and waterfront space for many of Seattle’s communities, particularly the queer community. Since July 2025, Denny Blaine Park has operated under a court-ordered abatement plan, which is a set of actions required by a court to address specific problems or conditions at a property. The specific plan… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation partners with local businesses to bring food and recreational experiences, as well as specialty services to parks across the city! Whether you’re grabbing lunch after a swim, renting a paddleboard, or scuba diving these partnerships help make Seattle’s parks even more fun to explore. Many of our concessionaires operate year-round, while… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Fall 2026 program brochures are here! You’ll find all the in-person, drop-in and virtual programs that are coming up soon in the catalogs below. Registration opens on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Registration opens the first week of September Ready to enroll in a program? Head to our registration site or contact the community center that you’d like to register at! Scholarships… [ Keep reading ]
This summer Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Amy Yee Tennis Center (AYTC) and the Amy Yee Tennis Foundation (AYTF), are bringing back Teen Tennis Late Night for ages 13-19. Friday nights starting July 17, from 6:45-9:15 PM, we will be running teen tennis on two courts inside at AYTC. Courts will… [ Keep reading ]
Written By: Todd Burley This summer, Seattle celebrated the renovation of Myrtle Edwards Park, a hidden gem on the shores of Elliott Bay. This transformation came just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup due in part to the private funding through the Elliott Bay Connections project. The current park is a big change from its history as tidelands that were filled in the 1960’s after… [ Keep reading ]
We’re excited to share that our tote bags, t‑shirts, and crewnecks are in stock, just in time for summer events! 👜 Rainbow Tote Bags – $10 👕 T‑Shirts – $20 & Crewnecks – $40 We accept debit, credit, and Apple Pay for quick and easy checkout. Find Us at These… [ Keep reading ]
Since 1989, GreenStage has been inspiring audiences to engage with the community via FREE live theatre performances in Puget Sound’s public spaces. This July and August, Seattle’s longest-running Shakespeare company presents its 38th year of free family fun. On the 2026 mainstage tour, GreenStage will be presenting The Winter’s Tale, a romantic tale of renewal, redemption, and the… [ Keep reading ]
Summer in Seattle just keeps getting better! Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has announced an exciting lineup of FREE events and activities that will energize downtown and neighborhood parks through September. Whether you’re a movie enthusiast, a music lover, or someone who enjoys getting active outdoors, there’s something for everyone this season. All events… [ Keep reading ]
Written By: Todd Burley Many are drawn to Seattle for its beautiful parks, water access, and connection to both the ocean and mountains. Yet how well do you really know your non-human neighbors? Each year, community scientists spread out to learn what species call Seattle home by participating in the City Nature Challenge (CNC). This “bioblitz”… [ Keep reading ]
Join The Seattle Public Library’s Northgate Branch on Tuesday, July 14, from 1 to 5 PM. to celebrate 20 years of serving the dynamic Northgate neighborhood. Enjoy cake and other refreshments, a public program, crafts, games, a photo booth and more! For the past two decades, as the neighborhood has experienced sweeping changes,… [ Keep reading ]
